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01/11/2026

WHAT IS HAYTAP, AND WHAT DOES IT AIM TO ACHIEVE? (Part 1)

If HAYTAP only brings to mind an organisation that distributes food to cats and dogs, then we are overlooking a crucial part of the fight for animal rights.

Of course, we provide food support. Through projects with Getir, Migros, and many other companies, we help feed animals in need. However, these projects represent just one part of our work.

HAYTAP’s mission goes beyond feeding animals: it is to protect their right to life and fight violations of their rights.

Through legal action, we defend animals’ right to life and campaign against dolphin parks, animal circuses, and other forms of animal exploitation. We tackle issues ranging from living conditions in zoos and the suffering of working animals to horse-drawn carriages and the treatment of animals as commercial commodities.

Because animal rights are not limited to cats and dogs. The suffering of a dolphin in a pool, a horse carrying heavy loads, or an animal forced to perform or live behind bars is also part of this struggle.

Distributing food and providing feeding support are certainly valuable. But changing a system that leaves animals constantly dependent on help, protecting their rights, and tackling the problems that system creates are equally important.

We do not simply deal with the consequences; we also challenge the underlying problems that cause them.

To learn more about HAYTAP, our work, and the responsibilities we undertake to defend animal rights, please visit our website:

https://www.haytap.org/tr/haytap-nedir-haytap-neyi-hedeflemektedir-

31/10/2026

Happy weekend to everyone from our Haytap Dalaman Sanctuary for Retired Animals!
On our farm, there are no chains, no cages—only peace, freedom, and most importantly, an abundance of love.

30/10/2026

Today was a day of celebration at the Nebiha Deprem Şopengazi Animal Shelter in İzmir.

Thanks to a collaboration between Haytap and , 3 tons of pet food arrived—tails are wagging, and bellies are full!

A heartfelt thank you to the Bonveno family for nurturing hope and supporting acts of kindness! 🙏

HAYTAP 21st NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVES MEETINGAncient City of Nysa – Sultanhisar / Aydın | October 2026“Witnessed by Histo...
28/10/2026

HAYTAP 21st NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVES MEETING
Ancient City of Nysa – Sultanhisar / Aydın | October 2026

“Witnessed by History, Standing on the Side of Life...”

Under the gaze of thousands of years of history, we gathered once again—for the right to life!

We held our 21st National Representatives Meeting at the Ancient City of Nysa in Sultanhisar, Aydın. Together with our representatives and volunteers from all corners of Türkiye, we united to carry the hard work and solidarity of the past years into the future.

21 years...

Behind us lie countless lives saved, legal battles fought, obstacles overcome, and thousands of hours dedicated without any expectation of reward.

Sometimes at the side of an injured animal, sometimes in a courtroom, sometimes at the gates of a shelter, and sometimes while planting the seeds of compassion in a child’s heart...

For the strength of HAYTAP lies not merely in the number of cities where we are represented, but in the presence of people determined never to leave any living being behind.

Under the leadership of our president, attorney Ahmet Kemal Şenpolat, we evaluated the struggles we have faced and the responsibilities that lie ahead. We discussed ways to strengthen our fieldwork, our legal advocacy, and our solidarity.

Amidst the centuries-old stones of Nysa, we reflected on the legacy we wish to leave for future generations: a future where the right of animals to live is respected, and where compassion is not an exception, but a core societal value.

We know that this path is not an easy one. At times, it requires days of effort to save a single life; at others, it demands persistence through years-long legal battles—or the courage to speak up when everyone else remains silent. HAYTAP is the very name of this determination. A struggle waged alone is valuable; organized solidarity, however, transforms it into an enduring force.

We extend our gratitude to all our representatives, volunteers, and supporters who have dedicated their efforts to this cause.

HAYTAP is more than just a federation; it is the embodiment of organized conscience, resolute struggle, and living solidarity.

If the life of even one living being can be changed, then the struggle is worth it. If there is a chance to save even one more life, we have no right to give up.

Just as we have for the past 21 years, we stand on the side of life—today and in the days to come.

26/10/2026

Today is meat free monday ❤️

Video credit to ig:

KEEP IT ON THE AGENDAUnfortunately, some posts in the public eye that create a perception of a "happy ending" regarding ...
22/10/2026

KEEP IT ON THE AGENDA
Unfortunately, some posts in the public eye that create a perception of a "happy ending" regarding the process do not reflect the truth. The actual facts behind what happened are as follows:
Contrary to the claims that "They were taken under protection" and "Their care has been taken over": The dogs were forcibly taken away at night with the accompaniment of riot police.
During the intervention, students were pepper-sprayed, and the dogs were torn away from their familiar habitats and the people who cared for them.
Our dear animals experienced great fear and trauma during this process, and some dogs were even injured.
The claims that "83 dogs found new homes" are not true: The dogs have not yet found their permanent homes. Students and volunteers had to shoulder this heavy responsibility solely to get the dogs out of the shelter.
So far, only 15 of the dogs have been able to find permanent homes.
Nearly 150 of our dear animals are still staying in temporary foster homes and boarding facilities, waiting for their lifelong homes.
In addition to the 83 dogs taken by the municipality and released from the shelter, the search for permanent homes continues without slowing down for the other dogs placed in temporary homes and boarding facilities by students and volunteers.
Please let's keep this issue on the agenda and help our friends find their new homes by spreading the posts.
You can follow official updates on the page and get in touch to adopt our friends.

Around 160 dogs were taken from Ege University's campus in İzmir. These dogs had homes, caregivers, and a community. Now...
20/10/2026

Around 160 dogs were taken from Ege University's campus in İzmir. These dogs had homes, caregivers, and a community. Now, amid Türkiye's growing shelter crisis, their future is uncertain.

19/10/2026

Today is meat free monday ❤️

About 1.5 months ago, we became involved in this process through an email sent to HAYTAP.A dog cared for on the streets ...
17/10/2026

About 1.5 months ago, we became involved in this process through an email sent to HAYTAP.
A dog cared for on the streets in Kırklareli had been taken to an animal shelter. Citizens who wished to adopt him were initially told, “You can pick him up 2–3 days after neutering.” However, when they returned days later, this time they were met with the answer: “He was released into a natural habitat; we cannot give him up for adoption.”
Following this, the process was closely monitored by us.
Meetings were held with the relevant municipality, the General Directorate of Nature Conservation and National Parks, and the governorship. However, no concrete results were achieved at the initial stage. Therefore, the process was pursued through written petitions; with each response received, new applications were submitted, advancing the case step by step.
In order to make the process visible and draw attention, an application was also submitted to the Ministry of Interior.
And results were achieved.
In the response received, it was stated that the dog in question would be adopted out, and that adoption could even be made for animals released into "natural habitats." The applicant will receive the dog shortly.
A total of 8 separate petitions were written to reach this point.
This story is not just about a dog.
This is the story of following up, persisting, and never giving up.
Hundreds of applications arrive every day. Even though it is not always possible to attend to each one individually, this process shows us a truth once again:
Rights are protected if pursued.
Therefore, our call to all volunteers and mindful citizens is:
Learn the process, know your rights, and do not give up.
As HAYTAP,
instead of speaking from afar, we will continue to create solutions in the field and follow these processes.
Because we know:
The solution is often hidden in just one place — never giving up.
For more information, you can visit the Don Quixote section on the HAYTAP website.

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