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

A Word of Thanks

In animal rescue you can easily get overwhelmed by the daily logistics and challenges. Getting caught up in the stress, sadness and fatigue. But there are also the "highs" like when you are able to get your adored rescues in loving, lifetime homes. Be it on the island or occasionally abroad.
We just want to take this moment to SINCERELY THANK all our dedicated fosters, volunteers, sponsors, fans and followers. Rescue work is team work and we are blessed and proud to be part of such a loving and trusting community that is TEAMCARF.

It is truly an international movement with support from across the globe. We pride ourselves on the best possible (medical) care for our street dogs, cats and more... and could NEVER do this without YOU! Un danki di kurason.


Scroll down for a few of our highlights of the last month.

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Dushi and Chopke (previously Manneke), the two brothers who started their lives frightened, hungry and hurting living on a landfill, are now in Belgium. Thanks to longtime CARF supporters Thierry & Pascale (left) who worked so hard to catch them, and who fostered Dushi these last few months, these brothers will now enjoy a careless life of luxury and security with their adoptive parents. Awesome job guys, you saved not one but two lives!
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Kanoa, who recently moved to the Netherlands, is having such a blast! Here she is enjoying a walk in the dunes with her furry sister. She also went to her first restaurant a few days ago. This is just so amazing and we are so very grateful to her loving family.
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Trinity and Fien, both rescued from terrible situations. Excellent ambassadors for the resilient Curacao Street Dog breed. Here they are enjoying a sunset on the beach in their new home country Spain.
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Never has a name been so appropriate for one of our rescues. Lucky was found by Tanja & Vinny in the secluded area of Lagun while vacationing in Curaçao. After receiving the necessary medical treatments to get well he was ready to join them. Earlier this month he made the trip to his lifetime home in New York State to live with his saviours ! Lucky was a true champ during the trip and we are so proud of how he has settled in to his new home and new routine. We are so grateful to this loving family for adopting Lucky Lagun and for their generous donation towards the care of Lucky's fellow CARFIES. Lucky had no idea how his life would change the day he was seen by his rescuers. We wish you all the best sweetie and we will see you again soon!
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About a month ago, Jo and Rosie (Joslyn and Roslyn) were adopted by a lovely couple who fell in love with Roslyn after seeing some of her pictures on our Facebook. They also wanted to adopt a puppy and after meeting several of our CARFIES they found a cute little sister for Rosie in Jo. Rosie and Jo immediately hit it off and have been by each others' sides ever since. Thank you Alex & Susi for giving these two a second chance in life!

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF Organiseert Zomer Adoptie Event in Dominguito (NL)

Op zaterdag 25 juni organiseert Curaçao Animal Rights Foundation (CARF) een Meet & Greet waar geïnteresseerden kennis kunnen maken met verschillende honden die van straat zijn gered en geadopteerd kunnen worden.
De Meet & Greet zal plaatsvinden tussen 10 uur ‘s ochtends en 12:00 uur ‘s middags aan de Beshiweg 1, achter Supermarkt Vreugdenhil in Dominguito. Er zullen honden van verschillende leeftijden, groottes en achtergronden aanwezig zijn. Alle aanwezige honden zijn ingeënt en gechipt en door een erkend dierenarts gezond verklaard. Het steriliseren/castreren is inbegrepen in de adoptie vergoeding van Naf. 150,- per hond.

Middels dit adoptie evenement hoopt CARF zo veel mogelijk honden aan een liefdevol baasje te kunnen helpen. De stichting is momenteel overvol en kan geen nieuwe hulpbehoevende honden meer opnemen voordat er eerst enkele honden worden geadopteerd.

“Zwaar vermagerde, mishandelde honden, nesten met puppy’s, gedumpte honden, het zijn maar enkele voorbeelden van praktijken die op Curaçao bijna alledaagse kost zijn. Wij ontvangen regelmatig berichten van mensen die honden in erbarmelijke staat hebben gevonden, soms zelfs meer dood dan levend. Nadat ze bij ons op krachten zijn gekomen, door onze dierenarts gezond zijn verklaard, en dusdanig zijn gesocialiseerd, worden ze aangeboden ter adoptie,” zegt Lisette van der Heijden, vrijwilligster bij CARF. “Mensen die ooit al eens een zwerfhond van CARF geadopteerd hebben, zeggen achteraf vaak dat dit een van de beste beslissingen in hun leven is geweest. De liefde die zulke honden geven, overstijgt vaak alle verwachtingen.”

De zomerperiode is voor veel mensen een ideale tijd om een hond te adopteren. Door dit evenement net voor de zomervakantie te organiseren, hoopt de stichting mensen de mogelijk te bieden om ruim de tijd te nemen voor het introduceren van hun adoptie hond in een nieuwe omgeving.

CARF nodigt iedereen uit die overweegt een hond aan te schaffen aanwezig te zijn op het evenement. Ook mensen die interesse hebben in de werkzaamheden van CARF, of die een donatie willen langsbrengen in de vorm van geld of goederen zoals hondenvoer, schoonmaakartikelen en speeltjes, zullen warm worden ontvangen.

Stichting CARF werd in 2008 opgericht en is de oudste ‘no-kill’ stichting op Curaçao. CARF heeft meer dan honderdvijftig verwaarloosde en voormalige zwerfhonden onder hun hoede, maar draait nog altijd volledig op donaties en vrijwilligers. Voor meer informatie kunt u de Facebook pagina ‘CARF Curacao’ raadplegen of mailen naar stichtingcarf@gmail.com.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF | CARFIE Of The Week Rennai ♀

​Rennai is a pretty young lady who was completely lost when she was found near one of the larger hotels on the island. Thankfully, Rennai can put that life behind her. She is more than ready to enjoy the carefree life that every dog should get the privilege to enjoy.
Rennai was placed in a loving foster home to receive extra-attentive, compassionate care. With the help of her foster, she has blossomed into a healthy, active dog, full of personality. She has been spayed and recovered beautifully from surgery.

Today, Rennai is a happy, playful, fluffy lovebug who does well with both humans and furry friends. Rennai is fully vetted and ready for a house to call home.

For more information about Rennai 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

Adopted: Lucky Lagun Finally Finds His Luck

Home in time for Father's day! Never has a name been so appropriate for one of our rescues. Lucky was found by Tanja and Vinny in the secluded area of Lagun while they were vacationing in Curaçao. They immediately knew they wanted a better life for him, a life that he could spend living with them!

Vacations always come to an end sooner or later, and Tanja and Vinny had to go back home, without Lucky. Although they couldn't take Lucky home with them that they, the decided they wanted to adopt him and have him fly over as soon as he'd be ready to make the trip.

So Lucky stayed on Curaçao and became a CARFIE. After receiving the necessary medical treatments to get well, Lucky was finally ready to join his new family in the States. This week, Lucky made the trip to his lifetime home in New York State to live with his saviours!

Lucky was a true champ during the trip and we are so proud of how he has settled in to his new home and new routine. We are so grateful to this loving family for adopting Lucky Lagun and for their generous donation towards the care of Lucky's fellow CARFIES.

Lucky had no idea how his life would change the day he was seen by his rescuers. We wish you all the best sweetie and we will see you again soon!

 

by Cassandra Bowers

Meet & Greet 'Home Before The Holidays'

Thinking of adding a furry friend to your family? Summer is a great time to adopt a dog as you and your family might have some extra time to bond with your new pet. That is why, on Saturday, June 25th, we are hosting a 'Home Before the Holidays Meet & Greet' where you can meet and mingle with our adoptable mutts.
We have all kinds of dogs, of all ages, available to join your family. All of them are microchipped and up-to-date with their vaccinations. The ones that are 6 months and older have already been neutered/spayed.

The adoption fee is Nafl. 150,- (incl. spay/neuter). We always do a homecheck for any potential adoptive homes. You may contact stichtingcarf@gmail.com to schedule a home check. If the home check is successful, you can come pick out your CARFIE and take him/her home with you!

When you adopt, not only do you save an animal, you also open up space for another homeless dog who might need our help.

* Even if you are not in the position to adopt a dog right now, you are more than welcome to join us! Our CARFIES love to play, be pet, and snuggle with you. Our volunteers will be able to tell you more about our foundation, our foster program, and volunteer opportunities. If you'd like, you can bring donations. We can always use toys for our puppies, cleaning supplies and paper towels, coconut oil for our dogs with skin problems, and preventatives (HeartGard and NexGard).

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by Cassandra Bowers

CARF | CARFIE Of The Week Tank ♂

Meet Tank. Tank has been a part of the CARF family for quite some time now and he's more than ready to move in with a loving family to call his own. At his previous home, Tank wasn't treated that well but he's ready to leave that in the past and move forward.
These days, Tank is a very joyful and easy-going boy. He would love to be part of your family, become your companion for life, and safeguard your house.

For more information about Tank 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