About Us
The BIG FIX Uganda is the only veterinary hospital and animal health organization in a region of nearly 10 million people. Since 2012, we have utilized a One Health approach to improve the lives of countless animals and people in Northern Uganda. This approach includes tireless work to create and strengthen human-animal bonds through animal welfare education and our Comfort Dog Project. Through our efforts we unite education, veterinary expertise, and community‑driven initiatives to safeguard the health of humans and animals alike—creating a stronger, more sustainable future for Northern Uganda.
Our Mission
To alleviate the suffering of animals, to improve the health and welfare of people and animals, and to promote human-animal bonds.
Our Vision
To be the leading organization in Uganda in creating better health and welfare for animals and people and greater respect and kindness for all living beings.
Our Team
The BIG FIX Uganda team is comprised of 36 permanent staff members (16 women and 20 men). Fourteen of our staff members are graduates of The Comfort Dog Project.
Organization Information
The BIG FIX Uganda is a project of The BIG FIX, an IRS 501(c)(3) tax exempt charity based in the United States of America. Our EIN is 30-0019352.
The BIG FIX Uganda is registered in Uganda as an International Non-Governmental Organization. Our registration number is 8229 and our permit number is INTP10128199NNB.
Our Ugandan Permit to Operate an Organization can be found here.
We work in Gulu City and the districts of Gulu, Omoro, Oyam, Amuru, Pader, and Nwoya.
Our Partners
The BIG FIX Uganda works in partnership with the following local governments: Gulu City, Gulu District, Amuru District, Pader District, Omoro District, Oyam District, and Nwoya District.
We are exceptionally proud of our partnership with Makerere University College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Bio-Security (COVAB) and our joint commitment to preparing the next generation of veterinary professionals.
We also have long standing partnerships withThe Underdog International, Global Alliance for Rabies Control,Project AnimalAid, Human-Animal Bond Research Institute, and the United Against Rabies Forum.
In 2025, The BIG FIX Uganda became a founding member of theAnimal Welfare Alliance of Uganda, and we are proud to work with the other registered animal charities in Uganda to address the many challenges we collectively face.
We are very grateful to the organizations and businesses that donate supplies and equipment to support our work: Project Animal Aid, Global Links, Max & Neo, and Dog Tag Art.