Visit to the Orphanage

 

Recently ADLA Volunteers Karen, Pete and three shelter dogs had the choice assignment of visiting with the boys at the Catholic Orphanage in El Centro (Hogar San Pablo).  They were excited to meet with us, walk the three lucky dogs (non-stop) and share in the handouts.  There were children's T-shirts for the younger boys and hats for the older fellows.  Some managed to get both!!

Below are a few photos from that event - a special thank you to the on-site staff that kept things under control and orderly during the event. 

To make these events even more meaningful, Fernanda has put together a presentation in Spanish on the care of pets - the do's and don'ts of feeding, cleaning, training and general behavior around animals.  She will have her first group at another Orphanage later this month. 

We are always looking for new ways to get our message out to the community and this one will be a winner for sure.

Barry with his new family...

Do you remember Barry?  He was tied to our door one morning, abandoned and confused.  Look at him now!!  Wonder who is more excited? 

Look at some of those abandoned dogs!!

From Pres. Gerardo...

Pee-wee is the runt that didn't socialize with her litter mates in the beginning.  So, we decided to Foster her.

3 days ago, one of the other fosterers decided they couldn't care for 2 of the puppies any longer. So, we took them on as well.

As you can see, their eyes are completely open now, they're eating like little horses, and rough-housing.

Abandoned dogs

....abandoned dogs that I found tied to our door this morning.
I did a brief exam on them and they are both quite healthy - and happy!
They appear to be about 1 - 3 years of age, and are obviously housemates because they get upset if they're separated.

We are over-capacity and need to adopt out some pets that have been spayed/neutered, and are ready to find their forever family.

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.

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.

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.

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!!! 

Ongoing Health and Wellness...

"Tis the season!" - for fleas and ticks.  Here President Gerardo and Medico Oscar "dip" Sister Act  I in a solution designed to eradicate fleas and ticks.  The entire adult dog population at the Shelter is being treated to maintain the highest standards of health possible during these difficult summer months of high infestation.  This procedure will be repeated once every three days during a 9 day period.

 

Doggie Promises

NEW ARRIVALS at the Bazaar

WOW!  Look at all these shoes!!!!  "Just arrived" - a completely new selection of good quality shoes and women's tops - These are in excellent to new condition.  Visit us Mon - Sat 11- 2 PM."

Some of the items SOLD

Yesterday I posted that we had a few larger items for sale......and yesterday 3 of those items SOLD!  We still have a nice window protection for sale and also some other great stuff, including a front loading washer.  If anything interests you, I urge you to run on down to the Bazaar (located above the animal shelter) and check them out.

Thank you all for supporting Amigos de los Animales!!!! 

New items in Bazaar

Go to the Bazaar page and see some great new items we just added!  These won't be here long, so 'get on over' to check them out!

AND some new dogs - please take a look!!

Meet Volunteer - Lila McLean

My name is Lila McLean.   My husband, Neil, and I have

been wintering in Mazatlan since 2008.  We spend our summers at our home in Vernon, B.C.   Our first year here, I saw an ad for Bruno, the dog trainer, and called him to enquire about volunteering.  He brought me over to the shelter and I have been coming ever since.

I generally walk dogs one afternoon a week and work in the Bazaar one day a week, but am always available for extra shifts,  events or helping out at busy times.   Getting the dogs out of their cages for even a short walk gives me a chance to get to know each of them and they soon become friends.  This past year I have spent a bit more time with the cats and plan to increase that next year.  They all seem to love the attention and so little of my time seems to make such a big difference to them. Another great benefit to me of volunteering at the shelter is the many friends I have met there.

During my time at the shelter I have seen many improvements – it is cleaner, brighter, friendlier,  better organized and  now with the new roof, much more comfortable for the animals.  I hope this trend of improvement can continue with staff, donors and volunteers all contributing.

Before my days were involved with dogs and cats, I battled the bulls and bears of Bay and Wall Streets.  I  spent most of my working years in the brokerage  business in a variety of jobs.
 
In Mexico, we really enjoy exploring new areas and trying all the interesting places to eat.  Besides volunteering at the shelter,  I play bridge, swim, run, read, hike if I get the chance and generally like to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather.

Sasha - our newest resident...

This "Sasha", a 4 - 6 month old mixed breed puppy.  She was brought in by a friend of ADLA that found her cowering under a car, and had a long rope tied to her neck.  As you can see, she is severely dehydrated, malnourished , anemic from the massive tick infestation, and has an infection in her eyes.

We have since given her an antibiotic regimen to help with tick-bourne disease, nutritional therapy to help her gain weight and heal, fluid therapy to assist with dehydration, and she is on ophthalmic medications to help with her eye infection.

Updates to come!!!

 Yes, folks, THOSE are ticks!