Heartworm Treatment: What You Need to Know

Heartworms in dogs are easy to prevent, but difficult, and costly, to cure. These last few weeks we have been treating (and still need to treat) several of our former street dogs for their heartworm. As some of you may know this is an expensive procedure costing up to hundreds of dollars per dog.
We urge all pet owners to please be responsible and provide a simple and affordable monthly prevention for your dog and cat!

We would also like to ask for your financial support in providing this life saving procedure for our rescue dogs. Over the coming days we will post individual pictures of the many dogs who have undergone heartworm treatment on our Facebook page. If you haven't done so yet, please make sure to 'like' our page.

If you can donate any amount to cover these expenses, we (and all the CARFIES) would be so very grateful. Please email stichtingcarf@gmail.com for any questions.

Donations can be made at:
Maduro & Curiel's Bank: 21199501
Banco di Caribe: 301647 500 001 100 01
Or use the PayPal link on our website.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF | CARFIE Of The Week: Inky ♀

Meet our little sweetheart Inky. Inky is one of Perdita's puppies, and although she loves her mom dearly, Inky is ready to go home with her new family. Her siblings have already been adopted, brother Dipper is moving next month, and so it's just Inky and Pepper who are still waiting for someone to come and take them home. Will you be that special someone...?
A little fun fact about Inky: she loves to dip her toes into the water! On numerous occasions our volunteers found Inky sitting with her paws in her water bowl. We think she would do great with a family or individual who will take her for walks on the beach or who wouldn't mind sharing their pool with her.
For more information about Inky or one of our other CARFIES, please feel free to contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com. We will reply to you at our earliest convenience.

by Cassandra Bowers

Passionistas Pop-Up Fair: Fun, Joy & Passion

Today, on Saturday, August 13th, CARF attended the Passionistas Pop-Up Fair from 3-7pm. It was a fun-filled afternoon during which we were able to inform attendees about our foundation and raise money for the care and treatment of our dogs. Local businesses added flavor to the day with homemade food stalls for both savory and sweet tooth lovers, accompanied by a range of other stalls ranging from jewelry, accessories, and home decorations, to gifts and artwork.
Attending companies included: Gely's Food Lab, Crafty Teacups, It's Yummy - Infused Water, Crafted by Angel, My Love For The Kitchen, Siomi's Arts, Alive Body Care, QuesilloQueen, Bold Fashion, TasH, and Mrs Bliss.

​To everyone who visited our stand and purchased some of our products or left a donation, we are so grateful for your contribution and cannot thank you enough for your generosity. A special "thank you" goes out to Evita from Passionistas Pop-Up Fair for inviting us and hosting this fun fair.

​The next event that CARF will be attending is the Curaçao Vegan Food Fest at Hofi Cas Cora on Sunday, August 28th. Mark the date in your agenda - we hope to see you then and there! For more info, visit the Facebook page.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF | CARFIE Of The Week: J-Lo ♀

"I'm still, I'm still Jenny from the block. Used to have a little, now I have a lot. No matter where I go, I know where I came from". J-Lo was rescued off the streets, and is now living a comfortable life with CARF, where she gets daily food, fresh water, and all of the care she deserves. However, there's still something missing in her life. Or actually, someone. J-Lo is looking for a very special someone to offer her a trusting, loving home.
As she roamed the streets looking for food and water, J-Lo gave birth to litter after litter. She was occasionally fed by people in the neighborhood, but no one was able to take her in. An attentive woman kept seeing her and contacted CARF asking for help.

J-Lo has been in our care since the end of March '16 and she has blossomed into a happy, healthy, girl, full of love, spunk, and personality. J-Lo is more than ready to move to her forever home now. This short-legged sweetheart has been spayed, so she will never have an accidental litter again.

For more information about J-Lo or one of our other CARFIES, please feel free to contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com. We will reply to you at our earliest convenience.

J-Lo before (March '16) and after (June '16).

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF Joins Passionistas Pop-Up Fair

On Saturday, August 13th, you can find CARF at Passionistas Pop-Up Fair. Passionistas Pop-Up Fair is more than just a fair, it's a platform for creative individuals who live by the philosophy “handmade & homemade with love”. Intrigued? CARF will be there with its own stand selling books, home decorations, merchandise, and more to raise money.
There will be handmade products, homemade food and drinks, and a creative workshop for kids. Find us to purchase your very own CARF merchandise, including caps (Nafl 25,- each), bags (Nafl 10,- each), and stickets (NAfl 2.50,- each). Admission is free!
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Date: ​Saturday, August 13, 2016
Time: From 3:00 - 7:00 PM
Location: Kaya Pergola 16, Willemstad, Curaçao

For more info, visit the Facebook event page.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF Joins Curaçao Vegan Food Fest

On Sunday, August 28th, the Curaçao Vegan Food Fest 2016 will be held at Hofi Cas Cora from 3:00 to 8:00pm. A unique fest during which you can enjoy delicious vegan food and find helpful information on protecting animals, the environment, and your health. CARF has been invited to join the festivities and we would love for you to join us!
Marie-Louise Rigaud birthed the concept for a vegan food fest, and she teamed up with Super Nice to make Curaçao Vegan Food Fest happen. Together with several event partners, they look forward to welcoming young and old to a fun-filled day of enticing food, great fun, and lots of inspiration.

The combination of a delicious vegan international food court, food demo's, kids’ activities, animal adoptions (that's where CARF comes in!), an eco-marketplace with over ten different vendors, empowering speakers (on both health, environmental, humanitarian & animal topics), and more, will make for an unforgettable earth-friendly experience that is sure to be enjoyable for all.

Whether you are a long-time vegan, a new vegan, interested in going vegan, or if you are just looking forward to having a good time with family or friends, then Curaçao Vegan Food Fest is for you! Get ready for an all vegan experience featuring cruelty-free food, refreshing drinks, adoptable dogs (we'll bring some of our cutest furry friends!), zumba dancing, and more.

Admission is Fl 5,00 for adults and Fl 2,50 for children.
​For more information, visit the Facebook event page.

In addition to CARF, other event partners of Curaçao Vegan Food Fest include Curaçao Paletas, Hofi Cas Cora, Kome Konsiente, Jahman's Place, Maia Whole Foods, Spice Girl, Spotted Banana, Super Nice Sustainable Curaçao, Vita, and Zumba For Kids.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF | CARFIE Of The Week: Hartje ♀

Hartje was found tied to a tree near Hato Airport, where she had been left to starve. Help should not have arrived even one day later. A diseased sibling was already laying on the floor next to her...
Hartje has been living in a foster home ever since, where she has blossomed into a very loving pet with personality. All this time Hartje has been patiently waiting for someone to give her a home and a new chance in life. Are you going to be the one to offer her that?
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For more information about Hartje or one of our other CARFIES, please feel free to contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com. We will reply to you at our earliest convenience.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF | CARFIE Of The Week: Tommy

Tommy is an 8-month old sweetheart. Him and his siblings have been in foster care since they were young puppies, and we don't understand why Tommy hasn't found his forever home just yet.
Tommy is up-to-date with vaccinations, he is neutered and microchipped. Who gives this beautiful, curious boy a place to call home?

For more information about Tommy or one of our other CARFIES, please feel free to contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com. We will reply to you at our earliest convenience.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF Back to School Meet & Greet

Get the school year started off on the right “paw” with a new furry friend to complete your household! Come and meet our adoptable CARFIES on Saturday, July 30th between 10:00-11:45AM at Beshiweg #1 in Dominguito (behind Supermarket Vreugdenhil).
Thinking about a new best friend for your family? Let’s start the process! We are hoping to find a permanent, loving home for our CARFIES, and give them the safety and love that these great dogs deserve.

Our CARFIES are patiently waiting to meet you. Come brighten their day.

At 10:00AM we open our doors for our Meet & Greet Event. Make a difference in a dog's life today by playing with them, donating money or supplies, or adopting them! See you at Beshiweg #1 in Dominguito (behind Supermarket Vreugdenhil) from 10-11:45AM.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF | CARFIE Of The Week: Mamai

Back in April 2015, Mamai and her six puppies joined the ever-growing CARF Family. Fast forward to July 2016; Mamai's little ones are all grown up and living with their lifetime families, so Mamai's job is done. Now it's her turn.
During the last 15 months, Mamai has blossomed into a stunning, self assured, affectionate, female, who is up-to-date on all vaccinations and monthly preventives, and who has been spayed and microchipped. And most importantly, she is up for adoption.

Mamai is ready to move into your heart and home!
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For more information about Mamai or one of our other CARFIES, please feel free to contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com. We will reply to you at our earliest convenience

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF | CARFIES Of The Week: Moxi's Puppies

This time we don't have just one, but we have five CARFIES Of The Week. Moxi's puppies were just a day old when they were discovered and rescued; their eyes and ears were still closed. This was eight weeks ago which means that these puppies are now ready to move to their forever homes!
Although mom can still be a bit reserved at times, her puppies aren't the least bit shy from humans. Who will welcome these puppies into their homes and hearts?

Welcome Dex, Pax, Fox, Trix and Hux!

For more information about Moxi's puppies or one of our other CARFIES, please feel free to contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com. We will reply to you at our earliest convenience.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF | CARFIE Of The Week: Charlotte ♀

Charlotte is a pretty, young lady looking for a loving home. You wouldn't say, but Charlotte is a five-month old puppy. She's expected to grow so more, so she is the ideal pet for someone who is looking for a big dog. She has no problem walking on a leash, and she's already learn a few basic training commands.
For more information about Charlotte or one of our other CARFIES, please feel free to contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com. We will reply to you at our earliest convenience.

by Cassandra Bowers

Sunday Bloody Sunday

It was one of those Sundays... Three dead, three alive. Barely. They would not have survived another hour and would have died of dehydration. These little ones were saved by visitors from the United States of America and their local guide. Is this what our government wants our tourists to tell their family and friends back home?
,The three puppies received fluids and were cleaned of the fleas. They are in good hands now and will only go to the best homes when they are ready to be adopted. A big thank you goes out to their rescuers!

​HASTA CUANDO!?

If you would like to donate towards the care and treatments of these three puppies, our bank details are (Attn. CARF Curaçao, Beshiweg 1, Willemstad, Curaçao):

  • Maduro & Curiel's Bank: 21199501
  • Banco di Caribe: 301647 500 001 100 01
  • PayPal

If there is anything else you would like to donate ; toys for them to snuggle next to, puppy food (ProPlan Puppy) or even paper towels, please email stichtingcarf@gmail.com.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF | CARFIE Of The Week Amador ♂

In animal rescue, you see a lot of crazy things but when we first met Amador, we had to look twice. Amador was rescued with his head stuck in a PVC pipe which had caused serious wounds all over his head and neck and which had caused a nasty infection. ​
Several rescuers joined hands to get Amador's head out of this pipe. After some time, they managed to really see him for the very first time. With a lot of digging and determination, the operation was a success. Amador is the name which we ended up giving him.

Luckily, Amador healed quickly and today he is a bunk of joy and happiness. He loves human attention and he can't wait to meet his forever family and move in with them.

We have to thank all those who took part in rescuing this poor baby. Of course, we hope we will soon be able to also thank the person who offers Amador a loving home to spend the rest of his life at.

For more information about Amador or one of our other CARFIES, please feel free to contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com. We will reply to you at our earliest convenience.

by Cassandra Bowers

Felis Dia Di Bandera!

On behalf of all of us at CARF, Sylvester says: "Felis dia di bandera!"

On July 2nd, Caribbean island Curaçao celebrates 'Dia di Bandera' (day of the flag) during which we celebrate our country, culture and heritage. CARFIE Sylvester is ready to party!

For more information about Sylvester or one of our other adoptable CARFIES, please contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF | CARFIE Of The Week Domenico ♂

Meet Domenico. Domenico is a young, beautiful and very easy-going dog. Unfortunately something went wrong in this young male's life and he ended up roaming the streets. If Domenico could talk, there would certainly be a sad story to tell. Since coming to us, he has learned to trust people and enjoy their attention.
Domenico buried the bad memories and is now looking forward to start the next chapter in his life. His biggest dream in life would be to meet a human friend to share the rest of his life with.

​Domenico loves a hug every once in a while and likes to play with furry friends. Is there anyone out there who will fall for this gorgeous dog and offer him a happy ever after?

For more information about Domenico or one of our other CARFIES, please feel free to contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com. We will reply to you at our earliest convenience.

by Cassandra Bowers