Welcome Lil' Westpointers
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CARFIE Of The Week: Rex
What more can we tell you? Rex has been neutered and is up-to-date with his vaccines. He loves to safe guard his house and look after his caretakers. He is used to living with other dogs and would not mind sharing you.
Do you have room for Rex in your family? Contact us to meet Rex in person! Send and email to stichtingcarf@gmail.com for more info or to set up a meet and greet.
CARFIE Of The Week: Lulu ♀
If you think Lulu might be the right fit for your family, please email us right away for more information or to set up a meet & greet! You can contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com.
10 Reasons Why Adopting A CARF Dog Is Awesome
Adopting a rescued dog is a noble task. By offering your heart and home to a rescued dog, you’ll not only be enriching your own life — you will also be saving theirs! We have made a list with 10 reasons why adopting a CARFIE is awesome.
1. You will save a life by adopting a rescued dog
By adopting a CARFIE, you’re ensuring he or she stands a chance at enjoying their life to the fullest. We have seen dogs blossom and become treasured, forever companions to their new families. After a life of neglect and mistreatment, being adopted into a loving family is the best thing that can happen to these dogs. By adopting from us, you’ll not only be making a friend for life — you’ll be saving one.
2. You will make space for another dog in need
Actually… by adopting a CARFIE, you are not saving one life but two lives! Every time a CARFIE is adopted to a forever home, a spot opens up for another dog. So when you take your new best friend home, we’ll be able to start the rescue cycle over again with another dog in need.
3. You’ll find your perfect match
We know our dogs through and through and are open about any potential specific issues. Most of our dogs are cared for by dedicated foster carers until their forever home is found. Our fosterers provide great insight into the dog’s personality so that we can help you find the paw-fect candidate for your home, lifestyle and family needs. You can think of us as matchmakers! Our ultimate aim is to find loving and permanent homes for our dogs. Instead of choosing a dog based on breed or looks, you can choose a CARFIE based on the connection between the two of you.
4. You can still be picky.
But with over hundred dogs in our care, we still have a wide variety of dogs to choose from when adopting a rescued dog. Whether you want to adopt a puppy, a more mature dog, or a senior dog, we can help you. We usually have small, medium-sized and larger dogs, dogs with short hair or longer hair, female and male dogs… you name it, we got it! And like we said before, we will gladly help you find your perfect pet.
5. You’ll adopt a healthy pet
All of our CARFIES are vetted, up-to-date on their shots and preventives, they have been spayed or neutered*, and they are already microchipped as well — all of which is included in the adoption fee. This doesn’t mean your dog will never have issues, but at least you’ll be starting with a clean slate. When you adopt your dog, you will receive their health record and information about continued care.
If you adopt your CARFIE before they reach the age of six months, we will contact you when it’s time for them to be spayed or neutered. Costs for this procedure are already included in the adoption fee.
6. You’ll receive eternal gratitude
Unfortunately, many of our dogs have been through a lot prior to being rescued by us. They may have been abandoned by their owners, they made have been traded in for a puppy, they may have lived with someone who didn’t see the value in them, or they made have been hurt and abused. Over the last 10 years, we’ve seen first-hand how well dogs can bounce back and regain their trust in people. Our CARFIES appreciate all the love and happiness that you provide them with and they have proven to be super loyal, loveable and grateful.
7. You’ll always have a support system
We love to stay in touch with the adoptive families of our CARFIES. Receiving an occasional picture, video or update to see how you and your dog are doing can really make our day. On the other hand, if anything changes or isn’t working as you had hoped, we’re here to listen, assist and advice. We also have a behaviorist on our team who is happy to help work through any issues with you, whether it is a week or a year after the adoption.
8. CARFIES make a great addition to any family
Our dogs are incredibly sweet and we also have some serious smarty pants. Our dogs are great with kids (and adults too) and with just some TLC, you’ll end up with a dog who’ll be the most popular pet on the block!
9. Your adoption fee goes back into helping more dogs
Our CARFIES are just as sweet, smart and watchful as purebred dogs at just a fraction of the cost. That’s right, we keep our adoption fee low at just Nafl. 150 per dog. As if the low adoption fees weren’t enticing enough, our adoptable CARFIES are already vaccinated, spayed or neutered, and microchipped — all of which is included in the adoption fee. Your fee goes straight to rescuing more disadvantaged animals and allows us to continue doing more amazing work for our community. You can’t get a better deal than that!
10. You’ll be a hero
Really, you would be. After all, it’s not every day that you save someone’s life, is it?
Oh, and selfies with your rescue dog: priceless.
For more information about our adoption process and/or our adoptable dogs, please send an email to stichtingcarf@gmail.com. We will get back to you as soon as possible and answer any questions you might have. If you’re not in a position to commit to (virtually) adopting an animal, consider temporary foster care. You can enjoy the company of a rescue animal — and save a life! In the meantime, don’t forget to like us on Facebook and Instagram for your daily dose of #CARFIELOVE.
Meet Mini and her 10 Mini-Me's
We are in crisis mode with several emergencies. Please if you can spare any amount... Mini and her little ones would be so grateful for your compassion.
Our local bank account is MCB 21199501 (Beshiweg 1). You can also make credit card donations through PayPal Paypal (stichtingcarf@gmail.com). We also have a Euro-account for supporters in The Netherlands/Europe, kindly send us a private Facebook message or email us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com.
We hope we can count on your trust and support.
Shop For Charity: CARF Porch Sale
If you're visting this porch sale, please feel free to donate the following items:
- Cleaning supplies;
- Paper kitchen towels;
- Brooms;
- Large towels;
- Purina ProPlan dog food (available at Claus Clinic at Anasaweg in Dominguito);
- Preventives (available at Claus Clinic and other vets);
- Pet crates and pet cages;
- Poop scoops;
- Monetary donations.
CARF's Pet Adoption Update: Sneezy
SneezyDog’s former name:
Sneezy. He kept this ridiculous 7 dwarfs-name since he sneezes a lot as does his baasje :-)
Adopted (month/year):
August 2012
What made you want to adopt this dog?
He had such a sad look in his eyes. All he wanted was a home. I did not really want a dog, but I just could not say no to those eyes.
What are the best things about your CARFIE?
He is my best friend. Our happiest moments are together on the couch.
What are your dogs favorite activities?
Sleep, eat, repeat and never too old for playing with silly squishy squeeze toys.
In what ways has your CARFIE changed your life?
He made me realize there are so many dogs in need. I never really noticed before, but since Sneezy came into my life I see similar sad stories everywhere. He was my first rescue, but not my last.
How would you describe your CARFIE in 3 words?
Best ever happened.
How do people react to your CARFIE?
Everybody loves Sneezy. He is gorgeous, very sweet and listens well.
Does your CARFIE have any nicknames?
(Lovable) Idiot.
* Did you adopt a CARFIE yourself? Click here to share an update with us! Pictures of your dog can be shared with stichtingcarf@gmail.com to be featured on our website and Facebook-page.
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CARFIE Of The Week: Meghan
This is what one of our volunteers had to say about her: "Meghan is an awesome dog and I really enjoy spending time with her. She'll make a great pet. Hopefully her forever people will find her soon!"
Meghan is fully vetted and ready to be adopted! If you'd like to learn more about Meghan before visiting her, or if you'd like to meet her in person, feel free to email us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com.
CARFIE Of The Week: Naomi
For more information about Naomi (or one of our other CARFIES) or to set up a Meet & Greet, contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com. Can't adopt? Maybe you'd like to virtually adopt one of our CARFIES!
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Puppy Business Fundraiser by The Monkey Business
But what exactly is 'monkey business'? Good question! Monkey business shows you that through a perfect mixture of different movements, methods and skills you will gain flexibility, strength, coordination, balance, reaction, conditioning in a fast pace ― all while having fun!
That sounds fun! That's because it is! But don't think it isn't a serious workout tough, we play in a serious way where your 'inner monkey' will be having loads of fun, where your human body will think "What is going on?"
How much does it cost to join? You can sign up for an original monkey business session by Ravian in the morning and/or learn the handstand in the afternoon with Claire. If you decide to join both workshops, make sure to bring a lunch package with you. Of course, you can also sign up for just one workshop. Just make sure to sign up soon because tickets are limited!
€25 Original Monkeys (with Ravian)
€25 Handstand Monkeys (with Claire)
€40 Full Day Monkeys
What time is all this happening?
The Original Monkeys will take place from 10:30AM - 12:30PM. The Handstand Monkeys will take place from 1:30-3:00PM.
So, how do I sign up? Signing up is easy! Click here to visit the website of The Puppy Business and scroll all the way down to the 'Purchase' button.
When: Saturday, February 24, 2018
Time: 10:30AM - 3:00PM
Where: Ravez Movement Academy, Lange Beestenmarkt 58, The Hague, The Netherlands
More info: the-monkeybusiness.com
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Lost in Paradise: The Dogs Of Curaçao
[NL] CARF Organiseert Puppy Meet & Greet
“Wij hebben de afgelopen maanden veel puppy’s gered. Sommige waren overduidelijk gedumpt door hun baasjes, van andere puppy’s weten wij niet of zij ooit een baasje hebben gehad. Alle honden die zaterdag aanwezig zijn, zijn behandeld en gezond verklaard door een erkend dierenarts. De focus tijdens deze Meet & Greet ligt echt op onze puppy's, wij hopen dat zoveel mogelijk van hen dit weekend een nieuw liefdevol thuis vinden. Ze verdienen het!” zegt Sylvia Minten, zelf al meerdere jaren vrijwilliger bij CARF.
Wie tijdens de Puppy Meet & Greet 'verliefd' wordt op een hond, kan tijdens het evenement om meer informatie vragen over de desbetreffende hond. Wanneer er interesse is om een specifieke hond te adopteren wordt er een vervolgafspraak gemaakt voor een zogenaamde home check. Het team van CARF begeleidt de adoptie intensief zodat elke hond bij het juiste baasje terecht komt.
Ook dierenliefhebbers die geen hond kunnen of willen adopteren zijn zaterdag welkom. Zij kunnen met de puppy's knuffelen, informatie vergaren over stichting CARF, zich aanmelden als vrijwilliger of een donatie langsbrengen. Naast monetaire donaties heeft CARF altijd behoefte aan hondenvoer van Purina ProPlan, fleece dekentjes, oude handdoeken en speeltjes voor de honden.
Voor meer info, zie www.facebook.com/carfcuracao. Emails kunnen gestuurd worden naar stichtingcarf@gmail.com.
Over Curaçao Animal Rights Foundation (CARF)
CARF is de oudste rescue organisatie op Curaçao die een no-kill beleid hanteert. De stichting heeft bijna tien jaar ervaring met het herplaatsen van honden en heeft de afgelopen jaren al meer dan duizend dieren kunnen redden. CARF ontvangt geen overheidssubsidie en is afhankelijk van donaties en vrijwilligers. Op 29 mei 2018 zal CARF haar tienjarig jubileum vieren.
CARFIE Of The Week: Pups, Pups, Pups
Will you give one of these sweet, social puppies a forever home? Feel free to contact us for a meet and greet! And of course, if you are interested in adopting an adult dog, you may contact us as well. In addition to our puppies, we also have lots of mature and even senior dogs in our care who would love to be adopted.
Send an email to stichtingcarf@gmail.com for more information.
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Pupdate: The Seven Mahuma-Pups
We couldn't have helped them if it wasn't for your trust and support. May we introduce you to... Babs, Banjer, Becky, Belinda, Blossom, Brenna, and Brooke!
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Mahuma puppy Babs ♀
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Mahuma puppy Banjer ♂
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Mahuma puppy Becky ♀
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Mahuma puppy Belinda ♀
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Mahuma puppy Blossom ♀
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Mahuma puppy Brenna ♀
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Mahuma puppy Brooke ♀
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Yippee... Alenna Found Her Home!
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Alenna's story starts at the landing strip of Hato International Airport. At least, that is where we start her story. We never found out where exactly she came from, but she was first spotted wandering at the airport. The people there were unable to catch her and we were told that if we didn't pick her up, it might end bad for her.
Curaçao Airport is not the best place for a stray dog to wander around. Fortunately, we were able to capture Alenna and bring her to safety. Fast forward to December and Alenna found her forever home right in time for Christmas! We simply couldn't be happier for her.
Go Alenna, we wish you a very happy life with lots of treats and love!
Would you like to (virtually) adopt your own CARFIE? You can contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com or check out our adoptable CARFIES here.
The Incredible Story of Invictus
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