Update on one of the 9 puppies...

.....Pee Wee, our smallest puppy from the 9 puppy litter, taking a power nap after a walk around the living room, and a hearty meal. She has doubled in size since she has been with us.

The "runt" from the litter of 9 puppies that were anonymously dropped off in a plastic garbage bag is doing fine.  She now has an enormous appetite and is even curious to explore the house.  Not bad!

New Doors at the Shelter

Here are some photos of the progress of the doors, start to finish......

New doors for the office, bazaar and interior hallway are now installed.  The office and bazaar doors will keep most of the weather outside and the cool air inside.  The interior hallway door will keep spectators out while medical check-ups and surgical procedures are being performed.

Injured German Shepard

WE HAVE A WONDERFUL UPDATE ON 'JUMBO' - Do you all remember his story?  (I have posted it below to refresh your memory) 

Jumbo has been reunited with his original owner after 4 months of Veterinary care and rehabilitation after being hit by a car. We also neutered him - He was soooo happy to jump into his truck and go back home to his sweet family.

This beautiful male German Shepard was left at the shelter on April 24.  It had been struck by a car and in bad need of stitches.  Billie cleaned the wounds as best she could and then had Geraldo come in and do some stitching.  He is limping pretty badly and may have a fracture, we are not sure until we get X-rays.

Medico Oscar looked at him on April 26 and felt confident that the work that Billie and Gerardo had done will be successful. 

As of this morning our boy had chewed off his stitches but was not bleeding.  He will not relieve himself in his immediate surroundings (X-Pen) so he needs to be walked despite the limp.

Let's hope for a full recovery, a return to his owner or a new forever home!
Updates to follow.

Dog Food Donation

We want to thank Letty for her generous donation!

Student Volunteers

Our Student Volunteer Coordinator Fernanda,

with some of our Student Volunteers in action.

UPDATE!!! UPDATE!!! UPDATE!!!

Posted by President Gerardo:

These 9 puppies truly are "Lucky Puppies" - we want to sincerely thank all these people who stepped up to help them.

All of the puppies that are huddled together are currently in Foster Care. The one by itself is the runt of the litter and is being cared for by me.

These are the responsible, caring fosterers for the 'Lucky Puppies' that were carelessly dropped off in a plastic garbage bag on Monday.  These people are the reason I love the Mazatlan community.

These Foster parents needed a crash course in caring for such young puppies, so our President Gerardo gave a demonstration to the volunteers on how to properly care for the puppies while Fernanda did the translating.  Each foster parent was sent home with 5 days worth of formula, and other necessities to help them get started.  It was a great moment in cooperation and the spirit of giving.

THANK YOU!!!        MIL GRACIAS!!!

Thank you also to Fernanda for your valuable assistance!!!! 

MARIA NOEL GARCIA

ZAYDA DOLORES MEZA IBARRA

YANET HUANTES GONZALEZ

LIGIA LEONOR ELIZABETH ALVAREZ QUIROZ

URGENT!!!! Puppies need YOUR help!

As a follow-up to the puppies you see below, we need a few foster homes that can take at least 2 puppies to care for.  Because the puppies are so young, they need to be fed every 2 hours throughout the day and night.  Instruction can be given to you on how to care for them properly.  

These darling babies will need some good, personal care for at least one more month.  

Please call Amigos at 669-986-42-35 or stop by our shelter at: #3 Bicentenario, Col. Francisco Villa (Col Pancho Villa)

If you ride the bus: take the Alarcon bus south - it will drop you off right in front of the shelter.

Lucky Puppies!!

Lucky Puppies!   These NINE 4-5 week old puppies were abandoned in a BLACK PLASTIC GARBAGE BAG at the ADLA (Amigos de los Animales) doorstep on Sunday (the day we are closed).  Fortunately an observant lady that is employed nearby at a restaurant spotted the moving bag and took them all home.  She brought them back to us when we opened on Monday.  If it were not for her, all nine would have suffocated or died of heat exhaustion.  President Gerardo is doing his best to feed and treat them for worms, etc.  So far all are doing well.  Keep your fingers crossed.  Maybe we will name them Ocean's Nine - for now!

Meet Founder

 

Founder:  Abandoned in the parking lot of ADLA tied to a light pole and forced to sit on top of a pile of concrete and brick rubble.  When she was discovered by staff she was thirsty and exhausted, unable to get out of the early morning hot sun.

Founder has already captured the hearts of several volunteers and should have no trouble finding a new forever home.  She is extremely friendly, walks well on a leash and simply wants some love and affection.  She could spend all day watching the kittens.

Hats off to Rocky (lead Cage Attendant) for quickly setting up suitable quarters for Founder and removing the load of ticks that she brought, unwittingly, with her to the shelter.



Some new goodies in the Bazaar:

The bathroom sink is sold separately from the wall mount fixtures shown in the photo.  The sink is $150, the collection of wall mount fixtures is also $150 and match the sink.

Plastic drawer ensemble:  100 pesos

Here's Barry...

Meet Barry, our newest arrival. 

Great NEW STUFF

Click on our Bazaar page to see some great new things we just got in.  The list includes a small refrigerator, sewing machine, childrens rolling pack, and hats, hats, hats.  New clothes, a great selection of shoes and almost daily we have other new items to add to our shelves.  Come by and browse..... hours are 11:00am to 2:00pm Monday thru Saturday.  AND the Bazaar is air conditioned for your shopping comfort! 

Meet Volunteers - Valerie & Jack Moreau

We are Valerie & Jack Moreau. We have been involved with Amigos de Los Animales since 2000.

We spend our summers in Nanaimo BC on beautiful Vancouver Island. Every November we migrate south to Mazatlan for 6-7 months. We met in Mazatlan in 1984, both of us vacationing with friends, got engaged in Puerto Vallarta, and honeymooned on the Baja. So Mexico and particularly Mazatlan has a special place in our hearts.

Our initial involvement with Amigos de Los Animales was a result of a radio program, which we hosted for seven years, called Que Pasa Mazatlan. While doing the program we interviewed many local guests, which included Nadine and Henry Laxen, who were the cofounders of Amigos. We instantly connected with them because of the love for animals we all shared. It wasn't long before Valerie became a member of the board, and held various positions for a number it years.

We are also involved in several other charities, and we try and divide our time between all of them. Our main contribution is to Amigos de Los Animales, which we support through the annual bus trips that we host. We have been to many parts of Mexico including Mexico City, Guanajuato, Morelia to see the monarch butterflies, Sam Miguel de Allende, Guadalajara, Copper Canyon to name a few. Our goal is to keep these trips affordable, and also to make a donation to help our four legged friends.

Helping the animals is a very rewarding experience, and we encourage others who share our passion, to assist however they can. Whether it be a monetary donation or volunteering your time, all support is appreciated.

Signs to watch .... Heat Stroke in Dogs

This is an extremely important bit of information.  You will note that it extends beyond the borders of our normal posts.  We wanted to make sure it was large enough for you to read.  Feel free to copy, print and paste on your refrigerator for quick reference. 

(reposted from the Facebook page of Joplin Humane Society Animal Adoption & Resource Center) 

Child's Car Seat

Most of us that live here in Mazatlan know that putting a baby or small child in a car seat is not an everyday occurrence for most.  This child's car seat has been at the Bazaar for many months, with no one even taking a second look. 

A couple of days ago, a young woman came in to the Bazaar and said she 'had' to buy the car seat.  When asked why.....she replied, ' my mother will not go in my car with me if the baby is not in a car seat'.  So, Abuela, we thank you for demanding your grandchild be protected.  You are a very wise woman!!!