Niall Harbison is a notable figure in Thailand, known for his heroic efforts in rescuing and caring for street dogs. Originally hailing from Dublin, Ireland, Niall used to own an advertising company before making the decision to sell it and move to Thailand. However, his struggles with addiction threatened to consume him, causing him to end up in ICU in a hospital. This near-death experience served as a wake-up call for Niall, prompting him to change his ways and commit himself to saving and looking after stray dogs in Thailand.
Prior to dedicating his life to aiding dogs, Niall was the proprietor of a thriving advertising firm in Ireland.
Regrettably, he found himself struggling with intense feelings of depression and facing addictions that almost took over his life.
Once, Niall found himself hospitalized as a result of excessive drinking which was triggered by his feelings of depression and anxiety.
Following that incident, the individual decided to pursue a more purposeful existence.
During an interview, Niall shared that his perspective on life changed when he was faced with the possibility of death. He realized that material possessions such as a bigger home and new car held no real importance. He made a statement that if he survived, all he wanted to do was focus on rescuing dogs.
With a heart full of compassion, he set out on a quest to save abandoned canines across Thailand and provide them with the love and care they deserve.
During an interview, Niall expressed his goal to reduce the number of stray dogs in the world by half within the next 20 years. Currently, there are an estimated 500 million stray dogs worldwide.
Every day, he provides nourishment to approximately 800 dogs.
He takes care of these cute animals by making sure they get the proper medical attention, including medication, surgery, and any other veterinary care necessary.
Niall has been funding his project on his own, allocating $2000 to $3000 a month, and also raising donations. Although feeding the dogs only costs around $30 each day, the bills for vet services, medicine, and sterilization quickly accumulate. For example, it costs approximately $50 to sterilize one dog. Niall assures that all donations go directly towards helping the dogs, and he does not charge any fees for his time or banking services. His goal is to expand his organization and help more dogs, so every penny counts. You can learn more about how to support his cause by visiting his online fundraiser.
I strongly believe in the power of second chances, particularly for animals. They deserve another opportunity to live and thrive as part of our world.
Niall has shared his journey in the form of a book, which you can explore by clicking on the link provided.
The general perception is that I rescue canines, but in reality, these furry friends have rescued me.
