2016 Annual Champagne Brunch

We are excited to announce the date and location of our Annual Brunch!  This year it is BEFORE SuperBowl, January 31st at the Agua Marina Hotel.  If you purchase your tickets before December 31st, the cost is $370 pesos; after that the price is $400 pesos.  Want some?  Call us and we can tell you who in your area has them for sale.  Phone # 669-986-42-35  Tickets are also available at the shelter, so stop in for a chance to see our animals and chat with Mariel.

If you just cannot attend, please consider making a donation to us.  100% of our donations go to house, feed and keep our little buddies healthy.  You can donate via PayPal (you don't need a PayPal account) by clicking the DONATE button; or send a check to BMO Harris Bank (address on this page).

As always, we appreciate each one of you for helping these amazingly loving animals!!  They send licks and purrs.

A few of our sweet dogs for adoption...

These precious girls are waiting for their Forever homes. Give your family and these sweet babies a wonderful Christmas!

Duquesa ... Female, smaller, lovable, very friendly! loves hugs. 1 to 2 years old

Lana ... Female, very sweet, loves other dogs, she is an older puppy

Pitufina ... Female, quiet, very sweet, does not like aggressive other dogs. 1 to 2 years old

Misty .... Female, shy but very sweet and friendly, 8 months old

Brisa .... Female, Misty's sister,  very sweet and friendly, 8 months old

Kora ... Female, small, loves to cuddle, misses her sister who found a home. Approximately 1 year old

PUPPIES ....  5 cuties,  female and males.  Cute and cuddly

 These wonderful dogs will enrich your life and give you more love than you can imagine. Please stop by our shelter for kisses (licks)!

New Adoptions

We have had some wonderful adoptions this week - we are so happy for these 'kids' and their new families: 

Update on 'Lady Sadie'

We just got this update from Sadie's new mom in Canada.  I think she is quite happy....what do you think? 

Before

 

 

 

When I returned home from Mexico in January, I saw a tv ad for "Big and Small Rescue". I contacted them when I returned to Mexico in April, and they were happy to help arrange foster and adoption. 

So the girls have been in Vancouver 2 weeks, and here's and "After" picture of Sadie.  A bit of a romp while we were at False Creek.  First video - Sadie is still just doing a circle around me as though she is tethered (she isn't)

Second video she catches on that she is freeeeeee!  So Cute! She really likes to run!

New dogs at the Shelter

Please click our DOGS tab to see all the wonderful, loving new dogs that have come to stay......maybe you have room in your heart and home for one of these special dogs!  Come in to see for yourself!

By the way, don't forget that we have many, many wonderful cats and kittens too.  They would love to be your 'baby' ....

I would personally like to thank Robyn for keeping me up to date on the comings and goings of our animals and for taking such wonderful photos that you see here.  Thanks Babe!

Do you know this dog?

One of our former guests "Lucy" was seen running unattended on the Malecon recently.  If you have any information regarding her whereabouts please let us know.  Lucy was adopted from the shelter approximately 2 1l2 years ago. She is easily recognizable from a sliced ear that left a very noticeable scar.  She may be fine but we want to be sure!

If you can give us information on who this dog belongs to, please email us here or call the shelter at  660-986-42-35.

Update on Carla and Sadie.....

This is a note sent to us by 'Holly' who was instrumental in getting these 'kids' to Canada:

Just wanted to give you an update on the dogs.  We have wonderful news, all 4 fosters have put in applications to adopt.  Carla and Sadie have settled in beautifully, no issues at all.

They appear to be adjusting to living separately very well, Carla’s foster/adopter works from home most of the time so she has someone to hang out with and heads out for regular walks.

Sadie is enjoying regular day care and is making a ton of new friends.  

No issues with house training, making friends or living in the city.  We all anticipated some settling in issues but have all been pleasantly surprised by the ease with which they have adjusted.

We will forward some pics as soon as we receive.

 

AWESOME NEWS!!!!! 

2 Special Puppies want YOU!

NEED LOVING HOME OR HOMES:

Posted from a friend of Amigos de los Animales:

About 7 weeks ago we rescued two puppies from a boat on Playa North. The puppies are now healthy, happy and ready for adoption.  The Vetrinary thinks they may be sisters even though they look very different.  They play well with our five dogs.  Canela and Chispa are full of love, energy, curiosity and anticipation for their new forever home.  The person that adopts them will have a life filled with love and happiness.  Don't miss this amazing experience.    Only committed and responsible individuals will be considere for adoption.  Please call Norma and Gabriel to meet Canela and Chispa. Home 669-112-1085 or Cel 669-110-9521.

Dos hermanas rescatadas en un bote en playa norte estan saludables,felices y listas para encontrar su hogar permanente.  Les gusta jugar juntas o con otros.  Canela y Chispa estan llenas de amor, energia, curiosidad y anticipacion para su nuevo hogar permanente. La persona que las adopte tendra una vida llena de amor y felicidad.  No pierdan la increible experiencia. Solo personas responsables seran considerados para la adopcion.  Favor de llamar a Norma o Gabriel para conocer a Canela y Chispa tel.casa 6691121085 o celular 6691109521

 

Thank you to Norma and Gabriel for rescuing these babies!

If you have room in your heart and home for these little girls (or girl), please call the number above.  

Carmela update

Our fluffy puppy after her bath. She is such a comedian, we are enjoying her very much!!!

Sandra, Carmela's mom   

    

VERY fluffy!  

Carla and Sadie

THE DOGS HAVE LANDED!!!!

...the dogs were great, calm, no barking, no whining, no signs of stress

We will update you with new photos as soon as we can.  

More on Carla and Sadie and the Twins..

Here they are at the Airport waiting too take off. Robyn is giving them time in the grass before take-off.   So far so good!  Love the one of the Pup rolling in the grass.  Not like a cage for sure.  You can tell from the photos how close Sadie and Carla really are.

By now they  have landed in Canada and en route to their new respective homes.  What a great day.  More to follow....

Off we go.....

The big day for Carla and Sadie....

The big day has finally arrived.  Carla, Sadie and two pups are on their way to Canada.  Below are some photos from the momentous day:

Robyn and Lynn - getting the crates ready for the trip.  Carla and Sadie in one.  Two pups in another.  

Twins waiting to go

Fernanda with Carla and Sadie on their last walk at the shelter

Mariel and Fernanda saying their goodbyes after 2 1/2 years

The twins waiting in line to board Dale's "Airport Shuttle"

Loaded up L. to R. Dale, Fernanda, Mariel, Lynn (their Canadian connection)

Fernanda and Mariel making sure Carla and Sadie get a cheerful send-off.

 

On the road to the airport - Next stop - Canada!

See next post..........

Carla and Sadie moving to Canada

After nearly three years as resident guests with Amigos de los Animales, Carla and Sadie are finally headed to forever homes.

This week they are being crate trained for the flight to Canada where they will meet their experienced foster dog parents.  Although initially in foster home settings it is highly likely that both will stay permanently.  Sadie is going to Vancouver while Carla will reside in Port Coquitlam.

Both will have nearly round-the-clock professional human companionship as they adjust to living "on the outside", learning to walk properly on a leash and the art of being housebroken.  It is also important to note that both will have frequent access to doggie day care centers for fun and socialization.

There are simply no adequate words to describe both the joy of seeing Carla and Sadie head home and the appreciation for those that are receiving them.

A very special acknowledgement goes to Holly Norris (bigandsmallrescue.com) who has coordinated this effort with ADLA and Lynn Draper who will take over the management of the girls adoption once they arrive in Canada and who will accompany the girls during their flight to Canada.  Both Holly and Lynn will work together to ensure a successful adoption for both.

Let's not forget either, the many volunteers and staff at ADLA over the last three years who never gave up hope that one day Carla and Sadie would find homes.  A job very well done!

When Carla and Sadie leave ADLA on May 1st. tears of joy will be flowing for sure.

Carla

Sadie

Remember Carmela?

If you don't remember who this little darling is....she found a home in Canada not long ago.  We just received a note from her new mom - we wanted to share with you....

Hi there,

All is going well with Carmela, she is such a sweety, we are really enjoying her.
Carmela is very happy in her new home & my friends love her.

My son built a gate so we could leave her in the laundry room when we go out, well, we came home last night to her on the other side of the 4 foot gate looking back at us. She had scaled it and made herself comfortable in the living room. She has had no accidents since the first day so guess we can now leave her out when we go out .she is such a comedian. She has learned to sit before she gets her supper and get down and we are working on stay, she does it for a bit but not long. She is very smart . We have learned to ignore other dogs and not to bark when we see them so we walk everywhere which is great. We walk once in awhile with a Wheaton terrier which weights 50 lbs, a pretty big dog and they get along very well.
All in all we are very happy with her. Thanks for finding her for us.
Best wishes Sandra, Carmela's mom

New Items for Bazaar-the are going FAST!

We have some great new items in our Bazaar today - bet you know someone who could use them!

Bedside or chairside Table $800 - legs are still wrapped as new

Cane Walker $200

Walker $500

Wheel Chair $800

 The Bazaar is open today - Sabado - 11:00 a 2:00

In case you were wondering....

So you have decided to adopt a dog or cat from us . . . now what?

Visit the shelter and discover which animal seems to suit your desires.  If you have made a decision you will be required to fill out a questionnaire and answer a few simple questions regarding your home and how the animal will fit it.  Once you have been "approved" for adoption we will ensure that your new family member is vaccinated and neutered.  (most are ready to go immediately).

When our Vet deems that the animal is ready to go you will be asked to make a donation - generally $400 for dogs and $200 for cats.

Remember that when you adopt an animal you are making a commitment to that animal to care for and love it for the remainder of his/her life.  The rewards are great!

Rescued Momma and 9 puppies

Pictures of our newest rescue of momma dog and 9 puppies dug out of rubble at a dump construction site near the new mall under a heavy piece of plastic.

Smitty and Carmela- new Canadians

Remember Smitty?  covered in motor oil and rescued by John and Sharon, regular supporters of ADLA? 

 

Well, Smitty has officially left Mexico today, Wed. April 1st for his new forever home in British Columbia - We wish Smitty all the best and hope that he sends some "selfies" of himself and his new family. 

NOT ONE but two lucky ADLA guests left for British Columbia today.  Carmela, another Terrier mix is winging her way on the same flight to another Canadian family.  Godspeed Carmela! 

 

A special note of thanks belongs to Cynthia (You know who you are) who visits and volunteers at the shelter for a few days every  year and is now responsible for finding homes for 5 of our guests over the past few years.  It is folks like John, Sharon, Cynthia and MANY others that make our endeavour worthwhile.  Thanks to each of you.

Thank you Mina!!!

After nearly 20 years of dedicated service to ADLA, Treasurer Mina Hardy has decided to retire from the Board of Directors.

It should be pointed out that Mina was one of the original cast members of ADLA and a signor on the original purchase documents for the Shelter building.

She recently sent us photos of the original building which we wanted to share with our readers.  It is noteworthy that at that time (approximately 1997) the road in front of the Shelter was not paved.  A lot has happened since that photo was taken.

Notice also the announcement in the newspaper that she included for us.  You will see a young handsome couple in the front row that bears a striking resemblance to Mina and husband Medico Rafael.  

Enjoy this small bit of nostalgia and THANK YOU  to Mina for sharing these memories with us.