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Long Timer Maya Update
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Luchon, Rescue from Guatemala Hit by Ax in Head
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Thank you Girl Scout Troop 1714!
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Hope's Abuse Case - Guatemala Rescues
Hope's Abuse Case - Guatemala Rescues

Hope is a black Lab mix who was found in an abuse case in Guatemala. Her neck was hanging off of wire and ropes, causing the fur and tissue around her neck to break, scar, and bleed - she’s being transported in April 2022 to our rescue in the US for continued treatment, rehabilitation, and eventually for a forever home.

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Foxy's Pyometra Medical Emergency
Foxy's Pyometra Medical Emergency
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Lacy's Emergency Bladder Stone Surgery
Lacy's Emergency Bladder Stone Surgery
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40 Cats Saved from Hoarding Situation
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Spay & Neuter in Guatemala - Dec+Nov 2020
Spay & Neuter in Guatemala - Dec+Nov 2020

Each month, we fund spay and neuter operations all over the Americas. In November and December, we were able to fund the sterilization of 38 cats and dogs in 4 small communities in Guatemala. Read more about how these operations work, why we fund these, and how you can help!

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Mustache & Ghost's Rescue
Mustache & Ghost's Rescue

Mustache & Ghost just came to our rescue after their recovery process after being rescued from the streets of Mexico, with their eyes swollen shut and infested with fleas. Their transformation is why we do what we do! They are finally ready to find their forever homes, and currently are in the search for them!

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18 Backyard Breeder Pups
18 Backyard Breeder Pups

In July, we rescued 8 toy breed dogs from a horrible backyard breeder who had them living in feces and urine. Some looked like they’d never been groomed before, and they were terrified of people when we first met them. We’re slowly teaching them that we’re here to help them. There are still 10 more to rescue.

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