On November 3rd, 1957, the Soviet Union launched the first ever living animal into orbit. Her name was Laika, and it was an intended suicide mission.

They have been fighting for almost ten years now, and it is not over yet, and maybe, it never will be. The streets of Sri Lanka are still overcome with sick and dying street dogs. Abuse, neglect and disease are still prevalent. But Sam and Mark, alongside their dedicated team, have touched the lives of thousands upon thousands of dogs. And for those dogs, life is a lot better.