Brazil Pups Get Their Happy Ending

You remember our Brazil puppies, right? We first learned about Adriana, Alessandra, Camila, Flavia, Francesco, Giselle, and Marlon in August this year, when one of our volunteers found them in the bushes behind their yard.
We named them after Brazilian top models, hence the name 'Brazil pups'. The puppies were estimated to be only 4-5 weeks young when they were first found, so gladly momma dog was still in the picture to take care of them.

Our volunteers made sure the pups were monitored, fed and provided with deworming and vitamins. It took some time and devotion, but they quite rapidly turned into happy, energetic puppies.

Fast forward three months later, and they have all found their forever home and are now taken care of by their wonderful family members. Many thanks to those of you who opened your hearts and homes to these beauties. We wish all families nothing but the best. Beijos!

Talking about a happy ending! Puppy Alessandra was adopted but she didn't leave CARF without taking her close friend Bob with her. We are so grateful these two are part of the same family now. Have a wonderful life, sweeties! 
Good news for Camila! This little teddy bear was the last puppy of the litter to move to her forever home, but it was worth the wait. Camila has been adopted by a loving couple who already have some dogs in their family. Camila has been accepted as one of them and is enjoying her new life to the fullest!
If there was ever a puppy with 'puppy eyes', it's Flavia. This pretty lady is such a sweet and gentle dog, and with her gorgeous eyes she easily wins over the heart of everyone she meets. We're so happy she has found her favorite human!
Francesco (new name Barney) hit the jackpot! He was adopted by a caring couple who has lots of experiences with dogs and who understand the care and attention they need. Barney also has not one, not two, but three furry friends, so he never has to feel bored or alone. 
They say dogs are a man's best friend and we couldn't agree more. Sweet Giselle (new name Luna) has found her new best friend and we couldn't be happier for her. Dear Luna, we wish you a long life of happiness, exciting car rides, long walks with your humans and most of all, lots of love!
Look at our little Marlon (new name Litho) in his new, big family. He literally couldn't have asked for more! Litho will always have someone to play with and we're sure that he will get all the love and attention he needs and deserves.
We would like to thank all volunteers who took great care of the 'Brazil pups' when they were still recovering from their bad start in life. Special thanks goes out to the families who have adopted these puppies and are giving them a second chance at life. We wish you and your CARFIE(S) many happy years together ♥

(At this time, we have no pictures of Adriana with her family but we're glad to announce that she was adopted - just like her siblings- and that she too is enjoying life in her new home with her new family.)

by Cassandra Bowers

Home Before The Holidays

In an effort to get some of our CARFIES a home before the holidays, we would like to invite you to our Meet & Greet on Saturday, November 21st

Whether you are looking for a puppy or a more mature dog, a small dog or a larger companion, we have adoptable dogs in all shapes, sizes and ages.

You are very welcome to join us from 10:00 - 11:45 in the morning. Come meet, cuddle, pet and play with some of our adoptable dogs to see if there's a spark! 

Please spread the word to anyone you know that may be looking for a new furry family friend ♥

The Meet & Greet will take place at Kaya Semikok B3 (side road of the Cas Coraweg) on Saturday, September 21st from 10:00 - 11:45am.

* If you're not looking to adopt but you do want to support our cause by donating, come out to the event and donate once there! We would love to meet you.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARFIE Of The Week: Ferdinand ♂

Meet Ferdinand. Have you been looking for a big dog that is gentle and easy to care for? CARFIE Ferdinand certainly meets those criteria!
If you are looking for a big dog that will blend into a new home easily, please consider meeting CARFIE Ferdinand. Ferdinand is a playful and energetic dog that gets along with other dogs.

This wonderful boy has lots of life and love left in him and is very easy to have in your home. He does need a spacious yard where he can run or an owner who is willing to walk him often to get plenty of exercise.

For more information about Ferdinand or one of our other CARFIES, please contact stichtingcarf@gmail.com. We will reply to you at our earliest convenience.
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by Cassandra Bowers

Ayo, Little Mila!

Back in September, puppy Mila needed a place to crash for a few weeks until she could be transported to Holland. Mila is not one of our own rescues but we were approached and asked if we could assist after an initial foster home fell through. We had just arranged a healthy rescue to be re-homed so a quarantine spot was available for Mila!
Mila was found by a caring family who was visiting the island. They wanted to bring Mila back to The Netherlands with them but because she was still so young when they found her and because she didn't receive the proper vaccinations yet, they had to leave her on Curaçao. A quarantaine spot was made available for Mila, so she could crash at one of our regular fosters for a few weeks.

Mila is a little darling and from the moment she first arrived at her foster house, she has been a real sweetheart. She is a total cuddle bug who loves her belly rubs, crawls up in your lap and will repay you with sloppy ear kisses - it's a pretty good deal. 

The one thing Mila does not enjoy is being left by herself. Her fosters first found out when they left her in their laundry room while they went out to do grocery shopping. When they came back, little Mila couldn't be found in her bed nor in her crate. She had climbed her way up onto the laundry machine which gave her a perfect view into the attached living room. No one could sneak in or out of the house without Mila knowing it! :-)

During the following weeks, our vet made sure that Mila received all the proper medications and vaccinations for her upcoming trip to The Netherlands. All of her papers had to be in order for her to be able to leave Curaçao. Meanwhile in The Netherlands, the family who rescued Mila was busy to find her a warm and loving home. A little team work goes a long way because on Monday, October 26, it was time for Mila to fly to The Netherlands. Together with travel buddy and fellow CARFIE Bumper, her foster parents, and another CARF volunteer, Mila went to Hato Airport. A loving family in The Netherlands had laid eyes on Mila and couldn't wait to open their hearts and their home to this little girl.

Sweet Mila, we wish you a life full of love and happiness, with lots of treats and toys, daily belly rubs, and many happy moments with your new family!

We would like to thank Perla & Friends - Dog Rescue for finding Mila a forever home in The Netherlands, Rossana K., Denise V., our foster for taking Mila in and taking care of her, our vet for arranging all the papers and vaccinations, and most of all, the loving family who opened their hearts and home for Mila. Team work makes the dream work! 

by Cassandra Bowers

Bumper goes Netherlands

This month, two CARFIES found their forever home... in The Netherlands! On Monday, October 26th, both Bumper and Mila left the island to be with their new family 8,000km away from Curaçao. Ayo, sweethearts! Here is Bumper's story.

CARFIE Bumper goes Holland

​Bumper joined the ever-growing CARF family in July this year. He was found stumbling the streets by two tourists. They took him to the vet and then reached out to us for help. His rescuers eventually had to leave the island to go back to The Netherlands. But they ensured us that they would adopt Bumper. They would fly him "home" as soon as we would decide that he was in good enough shape to fly.Well, Bumper's patience was rewarded as he hit the jackpot with his new mommies! They had been waiting for him for months, so you can imagine how happy they were to finally be able to see and hold him in their arms again. Despite the cold weather, Bumper was very warmly welcomed at Schiphol. Not only did he receive a big 'Welcome Home' balloon, Bumper even had a TV crew waiting for him! Just a few minutes in the country, and our Bumpie is already a 'Bekende Nederlander' (Famous Dutchie).

Sweet Bumper, you had a rough start in life but now you have a wonderful home where you are loved. We hope you have many happy healthy years with your family

by Cassandra Bowers

Ready. Set. Walk!

Last weekend, a bunch of volunteers took several of our CARFIES out for a walk. Such outings are great for our dogs, who get more relaxed and well-socialized.
Many dog lovers don't have a dog to spend time with, because of their job or home situation. Meanwhile, a lot of our CARFIES can't wait to go for a walk. It's pretty simple to do the math here!

​For these and more pictures of the CARF Walk on Sunday, October 25, visit our Facebook page.

Itching to take a CARFIE for a walk? Contact us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com for more information on how to participate during one of our upcoming CARF Walks.

by Cassandra Bowers

World Animal Day at Sambil

World Animal Day is a long-standing tradition recognizing the importance of animals to humankind. Obviously, CARF couldn't just let this day pass without doing something...
Earlier this year, Sambil Curaçao asked residents of the island: 'What's Your Dream For Curaçao?'. Sarah Pinedo wished for a better treatment of animals. With 1138 likes, the dream of Sarah Pinedo received the most votes. To support her dream, Sambil invited everyone to come and celebrate World Animal Day on Sunday, October 4th at Sambil Plaza Punda from 12:00 - 5:00pm.

CARF was invited by Sarah to join the festivities. Of course, we don't say 'no' to a celebration. By selling books, candles, home decorations, and more, we were able to raise some money which will go towards feeding, medicating and taking care of our CARFIES.

Many thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate World Animal Day with us. A special thanks goes to Sarah and Sambil for hosting this event and for inviting us!

And of course, we hope you and your pets have had a pleasant, enjoyable and happy World Animal Day.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARF Meet & Greet October

On Saturday, October 3rd, some of our adoptable CARFIES were treated to a little road trip. Our volunteers came in early to pick them up and bring them to our Doggy Meet & Greet at Kaya Semikok B3.
Once there, they could run, play, discover, meet fellow CARFIES, cuddle and be cuddled, and sniff many new people.

The event took place from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. and had a nice turnout. We welcomed both young and older couples, families with children, and one-person households, all looking for a furry friend that would make a suitable addition to their home. Well, guess what? Some lucky CARFIES found their humans and have already moved to their forever home this weekend! Several other dogs are looking forward to moving to their new homes soon.

We would like to thank everyone who attended or participated in this event. Stay tuned for information about our upcoming meet & greets. Scroll down for our event pictures.

Hurray! This dog-loving couple visited our Doggy Meet & Greet looking for a playmate for their young dog Kaity. They spoke with some of our volunteers, met several of our dogs and eventually decided Julie would be the perfect match for Kaity. We couldn't be happier for our Julie. She has finally found her lifetime home with loving & experienced dog lovers, were three furry friends, lots of treats and plenty of cuddles await her.
"Now the temperature of this pool is just perfect, the size of the pool however might be an issue..." - CARFIE Tank, fooling around. Tank is still up for adoption in case you've been looking for a dog/pool boy.
Surprise, surprise! During our Doggy Meet & Greet, our volunteers were treated to bouquets of fresh flowers. It was such a sweet gesture and surprise and really made their (our) day. If anyone deserves it, it's our volunteers. Thank you, Ellen!
While hosting our Doggy Meet & Greet, we were pleasantly surprised by Lars who dropped by with dog food, food bowls and toys for our CARFIES. Totally 'pawsome'! Thank you so much for your donation and for helping our rescued dogs and puppies, Lars! Your donations will be put to good use and our CARFIES thank you.

Another heartfelt 'thank you' goes out to one of our dedicated supporters who dropped by at the event with a bag of dog food and treats for our rescues. Thanks a million - you know who you are! ;-)

Pictures in slideshow by Michèle van Veldhoven.

by Cassandra Bowers

Did You Know...

So many adoptable dogs are waiting for there fur-ever homes. That is why, on Saturday, October 3rd, CARF is hosting another Meet & Greet where you can come to meet, play and cuddle with some of our CARFIES.
This Saturday come and meet some of our adoptable CARFIES and see if we can help you find a new four-legged friend. There is no pressure whatsoever to make your decision there and then.

Date: Saturday, October 3rd, 2015
Time: From 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Address: Kaya Semikok B3, Curaçao

by Cassandra Bowers

Ice, Ice, Puppy

We've previously mentioned our 'pupsicles', a cool treat that are fun for you to make and even more fun for your dog to enjoy during these hot days. Check out the simple steps in this article.
Once you master the base recipe (and trust us, it really is as simple as can be...), get creative! Try making bigger 'pupsicles' to keep your dog entertained even longer, or add extra-special treats for him to find inside. Instead of water you can also use chicken broth or bouillon.

​ It’s inexpensive, long-lasting fun!

This is really all you need: one or multiple plastic cups, water, and dog food from a can (you might need a can opener). You can also replace the water with bouillon or chicken broth, or add some normal dog food (not from a can) or treats to the mix.
Open the can and divide the dog food over the plastic cups. Fill the cups halfway with food, then fill them up by adding water.
Trust us on this one, your furry friend is going to love this.
Put the cups into the freezer for a few hours, and ta-da! There you go, your 'pupsicles' or 'dogsicles' are ready.

by Cassandra Bowers

Bring Some Brazilian Spirit Into Your Home

Cuteness overload alert! On August 15th, we welcomed a momma dog and her litter of 7 puppies to the CARF family. Our 'CARF Brazil pups' are now ready for adoption. Don't say we didn't warn you...
The 'Brazil pups' were found by volunteers who spotted them in the bushes behind their yard. The puppies were ridden with fleas and ticks but after they had been cleaned up, our vet was able to confirm that they were in fairly good shape.

The seven pups were named after Brazilian top models: Adriana, Alesandra, Camila, Flavia, Francisco, Giselle and Marlon, hence their nick name 'Brazil pups'. Our vet estimated them to be only 4-5 weeks young so fortunately they had their mommy looking after them (puppies should stay with their mom until they are at least 8 weeks old)!

Over the last few weeks, our volunteers monitored and cared for momma dog and her puppies, and provided them with fresh water, flea and tick treatments, and deworming and vitamin pills. All seven puppies have now received their 2nd vaccination and have been cleared by our vet which means they are ready to move to their forever home.

Oh la la, Brazil! Would you like to bring the spirit, the charm and the warmth of Brazil into your home? Now you can! Send us a message at stichtingcarf@gmail.com for more information or to set up a meet & greet with the 'CARF Brazil puppies'.

by Cassandra Bowers

Save The Date: CARF Meet & Greet October

Looking for a lifetime friend or additional family member? You have come to the right place. Save the date because on Saturday, October 3rd, CARF is hosting another 'CARFIE Meet & Greet' during which you are welcome to come meet, play and cuddle with some of our adoptable doggies.
Our regularly hosted meet & greets offer people the opportunity to meet our adoptable dogs and talk to us about the possibilities of adopting or fostering one or multiple CARFIES.

The upcoming meet & greet will take place on Saturday, October 3rd from 10:00 - 11:30 am at Kaya Semikok B3, Curaçao. Whether you are looking for a lifetime friend, or just want to come over to give and receive some cuddles, we look forward to welcoming you! If you would like to drop by to donate pet food, used linens or other items for our CARFIES, you are obviously very welcome.

Please note that not all of our dogs attend each Meet & Greet. If you are planning on coming out to see a particular dog, it is best to send a message to stichting.carf@gmail.com to check which dogs are scheduled to be attending.

Keep an eye on this website and our Facebook page for information about this (and other upcoming) CARFIE Meet & Greets.

If you've been thinking about adopting a dog, feel free to email us at stichtingcarf@gmail.com to see if we can find you the perfect match.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARFIE Of The Week: Margot ♀

Meet Margot. Margot was born around March 1st, and she has since grown into a loving and most of all, a very playful girl. Are you going to be her favorite play buddy?
Margot loves to play whether it is with other dogs, with people, or by herself with her favorite toys. She thinks everyone is here on earth to be her play buddy, and who knows, maybe you are...?

Margot is looking for her lifetime home to where she can live with her human and play all she wants. 

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

CARFIE Margot (right) meets CARFIE Drew (now Candy),
back in June 2015.

by Cassandra Bowers

Curaçaoan Stephany: "Don't people realize that dogs have feelings too?"

Curaçaoan and guest blogger Stephany was born and raised on Curaçao. After living abroad for seven years she move back to the island. "I noticed nothing had changed in all these years. When I returned, I still saw struggling and starving dogs everywhere I went. It was really hard to see...”

by Cassandra Bowers

Did You Know...

With over hundred rescue dogs in our care, we always have a lot of dog food to buy and many bellies to fill. All dogs get their daily breakfast and dinner, some CARFIES are malnourished and have to be fed multiple times a day.
If you would like to make a donation, we can always use dry dog food (preferably Purina Pro Plan) and stainless steel bowls to help feed all of these hungry mouths. 

If you think that you can help us out, please send us a message at stichtingcarf@gmail.com. Together we can set a day and time to drop off/pick up your donations.

by Cassandra Bowers

CARFIE Of The Week: Puck ♀

Meet Puck. This sweet black-and-white furred girl is approximately 4 years old. She is very loving and gets along well with people and other dogs. It's time for her to be a cherished family member. Will you offer her a second chance at life and love?
Puck is a very loyal and devoted companion and she really deserves a home and a family to call her own.Her forever home is preferably one with a high fence, wall or gate around it so Puck can't go exploring outside of the yard. Other than that, she's really doesn't have too many demands.

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

PS: Last week's CARFIE Of The Week Kerley has been adopted this weekend! Here's to hoping Puck will get as lucky as her.

by Cassandra Bowers