The House That Cares for Animals
Te Fale Tausi Manu - A sanctuary for the stray, the sick, and the sacred.
Overview
Te Fale Tausi Manu is Tuvalu’s first civic veterinary sanctuary—built not only to heal, but to restore balance between people, animals, and the land. This flood-resilient, solar-powered clinic is a safe space for animal care, community learning, and emergency response. It reflects a deeper truth: the wellbeing of animals is part of the wellbeing of our nation.
Why It Matters
In Tuvalu, animals live among us—not apart from us. They walk our roads, sleep near our homes, and drink from the same land and sea. When they suffer, it echoes through our villages. When they are cared for, our whole community becomes stronger.
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Stray dogs form packs, and fear replaces trust.
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Injuries go untreated, and wounds fester silently.
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Children and elders face risks walking paths once safe.
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Illness crosses species—from fleas, ticks, and parasites to people.
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Disasters leave animals behind, or bring them into crisis.
Te Fale Tausi Manu responds to this reality with dignity—not control. It is not a place for punishment. It is a house of healing, built on the belief that no life is disposable and no care is too small.
What We Offer
Te Fale Tausi Manu is Tuvalu’s first civic veterinary sanctuary—built not only to heal, but to restore balance between people, animals, and the land. This flood-resilient, solar-powered clinic is a safe space for animal care, community learning, and emergency response. It reflects a deeper truth: the wellbeing of animals is part of the wellbeing of our nation.
Veterinary Shelter & Clinic
Solar-powered, Wi-Fi connected fiberglass building with medical-grade flooring, cold storage, and observation pens.
Youth Steward Program
Trained young leaders care for animals, assist vets, and earn Guardian tokens through service and ritual.
Ultrasound & Remote Diagnostic
The Vet ultrasound system offers pregnancy scans, internal injury assessments, and human emergency support.
Dog Registry & Smart ID Tags
Guardian-linked registration with facial recognition, RFID, and ritual-coded biodegradable tags
Emergency Medical Station
Dual-use design allows for temporary human triage, complete with trauma kits, water, and power during disasters.
Community Ritual & Storykeeping
Every animal has a name. Every caregiver has a role. Ritual spaces invite reflection, mourning, and blessing.
Designed for Tuvalu
Te Fale Tausi Manu isn’t just placed in Tuvalu—it’s built for Tuvalu.
Every part of the clinic honors the rhythms of island life: the rising tides, the storms that come without warning, the sunlight that powers our days, and the care that flows through our communiti
Fiberglass Shelter
Storm-rated, salt-resistant, and elevated to stay dry during king tides.
Offline-First Technology
Guardian and Arbor tools work even without internet—syncing when it returns.
Mesh Wi-Fi & Remote Support
Linked to Te Puka Loloa comms infrastructure for veterinary consults and updates.
Solar-Powered System
Energy independence through roof-mounted panels and battery storage.
Smart Integration
Connects to nearby systems like Vai Tapu (water), Te Tafa o te Ola (civic shelter), and the Reuse Pavilion.
Float-on-Flood Base
Optional footing allows the clinic to safely rise with water, ensuring continuity of care.