Dogs Trust Malta

We’re delighted that two new local members of staff have begun working for Dogs Trust in Malta.

Irene Micallef, Education Officer

1. What made you join the Malta project?
It’s the ideal opportunity to share what I’ve always believed in – animal welfare – so for me it was a case of, “Well, finally I can do something!”

We’re lucky Dogs Trust came to Malta for this big project.  I think we’re a strong team, all having the same goals, and I’m very proud to be a part of it.

2. What are you hoping to achieve?
Hopefully the children I’ll be meeting will become much more knowledgeable about how to take care of and respect their pets.  I’d like them to have a better perception about how animals should be treated.

3. Tell us a secret!
But a secret is a secret – so I can’t tell you!

4. What is your favourite animal?
Of course, my favorite animal is my dog – she is brilliant!

5. Have you ever been bitten by an animal?
Not by a big animal, but I`ve been bitten several times by mosquitoes lately !

6.  Why is Malta great?
Malta is great because we are a small island and all news travels around so quickly, so hopefully our impact will be more effective.  Education in Malta is very valuable so it’s a good way to deliver the message across.

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Sarah De Cesare, Campaign Manager

1. What made you join the Malta project?
The choice was a very exciting one that was inspired by my passion for animal welfare.  I feel so positive and am looking forward to the contribution I can make towards this exciting project.

2. What are you hoping to achieve?
Though we would all love miracles, I have come onboard with no expectations of swift change overnight.

I’m hoping the efforts we make over a period of time will come together eventually, making a significant change to the stray population, together with the education about responsible dog ownership to young and old alike.

3. What’s your favourite animal?
I have no particular favourite, though I am partial to the stay-at-home pets such as my dogs and cats.  It’s always great to come home to warm cuddles from them!

4. Tell us a secret!
I’m an adrenaline junkie!  Unfortunately we don’t have skydiving and bungee jumping but these are the things that I’d throw myself into if I had the opportunity.  Instead, I get my heart racing by playing squash – the next best thing!

5. Have you ever been bitten by an animal?
A few, mostly by feral cats and wild dogs who have felt threatened while I was trying to rescue them.  It’s important to keep safe with these animals, and I’ve now taken a safer route in rescuing where possible.

6.  Why is Malta great?
Malta is a very special island.  Its community is close-knit, and one where all combine efforts for the greater good of the country.

The people are inviting and the island boasts a great amount of wonderful sites.  Its history is a very exciting one, much of which reflects in the structures and as well as traditions.  Malta has something to offer to everyone!