Latest News & Rescue Updates
Real stories from the Papan Landfill, stay updated on our missions, milestones, and the 570 souls currently in our care
Mar | 2026
PapanSouls seeks support for stray neutering programme
The Perak-based animal welfare NGO welcomes companies and individuals who wish to contribute to its sterilisation efforts.
Dec | 2025
#Bald4ThePaws: Puvaneswari to shave head to raise funds for Papan’s strays
The dedicated animal lover aims to give back on her birthday by supporting PapanSouls, a sanctuary for dogs living at the landfill in Ipoh.
Nov | 2025
Going Bald4ThePaws, Woman Shaving Head to Raise Funds for Strays
How far would you go to help the voiceless? For a woman, shaving her long hair is no small decision. It is a sacrifice that comes with emotional weight
Jul | 2025
Over 200 animal lovers braved the rain at Ipoh Padang for a candlelight vigil
Organiser Chong Choon Kit, president of Mutts and Mittens, said the vigil on Friday (July 25) was held from 7pm to 8.30pm,
Jul | 2025
Perak considers legal action over misleading stray dog claims
State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Sandrea Ng Shy Ching said the matter is being taken seriously,
Jul | 2025
Ipoh City Council addresses viral video concerns, denies dogs buried alive
The Ipoh City Council today confirmed that the burial of several dogs at a pound in Lahat, which went viral in a video yesterday, but denied the animals were...
Jul | 2025
Ipoh City Council rubbishes rumours of dogs buried alive in viral video
Ipoh City Council has denied all allegations that dogs were burried alive in Lahat Detention Centre
Jul | 2025
Distressing video of dogs being buried at Lahat pound sparks outrage
A deeply distressing video has emerged, showing workers in uniform burying several dead dogs at a pound in Lahat
May | 2025
The dogs of PapanSouls urgently need your help
The animal welfare NGO aims to raise at least RM10,000 so they can continue feeding strays and other canines under its care.
Aug | 2024
New Hope for Ipoh Strays
By Anne Das Ipoh’s stray animals are about to get a much-needed boost, thanks to a powerful new alli
Apr | 2024
Volunteers Needed ~ Calling All Animal Lovers!
PapanSouls, a local community organisation dedicated to helping landfill stray dogs, is reaching out to compassionate individuals who have a heart for our furry friends in need. They are seeking volunteers to join their team and make a tangible difference in the lives of these animals.
Dec | 2023
Early Christmas for Papan dogs
In the spirit of the festive season, students of Quest International University (QIU) played their part in illuminating the lives of forgotten dogs at the Papan landfill.
Dec | 2023
PapanSouls Need Our Help This Christmas
In the shadow of the Papan Landfill lies a silent struggle, often unseen by many—a community of 250 resilient dogs, each with a unique story of survival and resilience.
Jul | 2022
It’s ruff out there
Struggling to survive: Some of the dogs left at the Papan landfill can be seen wandering near the Ipoh-Lumut Highway.
Jun | 2022
Ipoh mayor: Solution to deal with stray dogs in the pipeline
A new plan to resolve the stray dogs issues in residential areas will be drafted soon
May | 2022
Papan Souls still require urgent help
PapanSouls has recently received a notice from their landlord to vacate their safe house in 30 days. They are currently taking care of around 120 dogs in total, out of which many are sick, vulnerable and unfit to be released.
Apr | 2022
Faced with eviction, PapanSouls’ dogs need help finding a new home
The Ipoh pet rescue received an eviction letter and has 30 days to find new premises and relocate the animals in its care.
Apr | 2022
This weekend, adopt a pup from Papan dumpsite
Animal rescue organisation PapanSouls is back with another pet rehoming drive in Ipoh on Saturday and Sunday.
Jan | 2022
Adoption drive for Papan’s four-legged ‘forgotten souls’
Animal-rescue initiative PapanSouls hopes to find homes for the strays and abandoned along the Ipoh-Lumut highway.
Apr | 2021
Fury over cruelty towards stray dogs by Ipoh City Council
Outraged animal lovers have condemned the cruelty exhibited by Ipoh City council workers
Mar | 2021
With no food and water for strays released by Ipoh City Council at Papan landfill, volunteers step in to fill the gap
For years, the Ipoh City Council has been placing strays it caught at the Papan landfill. With no food or shelter, the dogs are left to fend for themselves.
Feb | 2020
A Despicable Act
Ipoh City Council needs to take stern action on those responsible for the recent poisoning of strays at Jalan Lahat Bistari.
