A Galapagos Dog Rescue

Since many in our group are dog lovers and dog rescuers, Alejandra found a way for us to visit the dog rescue in Puerta Ayora. The group began just before the pandemic, when the family realized that there were many abandoned dogs in the city. During the pandemic it got worse, and they continued to try to help with the dog population.

The very humble business began with just one dog - Juanchito - and now they house over 40 dogs and 30 cats, either at their facility or in foster homes. It is not an easy job in a culture like the Ecuadorian, as animals are typically not considered as important. But this family believes strongly in what they are doing, and they make sure their snimals are spayed or neutered before they are adopted out. The only requirement they have for families who take the dogs is that the people have a house with a fenced yard. Their primary cost is food, but they have many other costs as well. They receive some help from international foundations, and our group did donate some to them, too. They are doing good work, and I hope they are able to continue doing so.