Any organizations to help stray dogs on the North Coast?

It should certainly happen to day (you to come I mean) because Judy, the lady done the work almost ten years now has got tired and is about to leave it, because lack of any support of municipal or goverment it turns all over these few volunteers and lack of funds make it too hard to continue.
That is shame because the work they have done is so valuable and desperately needed.

anitaemma said:

It should certainly happen to day (you to come I mean) because Judy, the lady done the work almost ten years now has got tired and is about to leave it, because lack of any support of municipal or goverment it turns all over these few volunteers and lack of funds make it too hard to continue.
That is shame because the work they have done is so valuable and desperately needed.

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This statement seriously concerns me - are you certain of facts and from what source did you obtain this information as I am sure there are many interested parties?

As far as I know, Judy and AAAS are still hard at work. I was at Judy's and talked with her 3 or 4 times in the last week or so. She is just about overwhelmed with new dogs, cats, puppies and kittens but stays with it. Other people, some new, around and helping.

I think that a new group arrived yesterday and they are setting up a clinic at the Charamicos Fire Station. I'm waiting for direction to help transport. Another couple arrives next week, staying with me, that will be working with Judy so if something has changed she would let me know. She also has several Vets lined up in the coming months.

Judy also commented that the thrift store in Sosua was doing well and has helped very much. Nice job people.

As I write this, my wife is calling her.... Judy has changed her message saying that they are closed for the next couple of days since they are in Charamicos.

All appears all is well with Judy and AAAS. So feel free to help and/or donate.

Thank you for that clarification, Ringo. As I am still out of the country, I was unable to check for myself but have indeed sent a message to Judy and Jeanette who may also choose to respond as I have sent them a link to this thread.

I would hate to see any damage done to Asociacin De Amigos Por Los Animales De Sosa, Inc. due to mis-information being fed to people.

Emily,
props to you - taking an interest in the welfare of the working girls and the stray animals.

Judy and AAAS ARE doing Fine.

Judy called back and talked with my wife for some time. Very excited about how the clinic in Charamicos is going. The team from Wisconsin with 4 Vets and 6 techs spayed/neutered 29 dogs today. These and others animals also received vaccinations and other treatments as needed. So it was a very good day.

Judy also said that the Fire Fighters and many others in the community gave wonderful support and help.

As for Judy closing? NO!

Just about every Vet that comes to the DR to help brings needed medications and drugs. It is a very involved process to make sure everything is in order and cleared with all the paperwork done in advance. It seldom goes smoothly and someone always makes it difficult and Judy has to do sort it out. I would guess that for just about anyone that has lived here for some time and has things brought in has had the same experience. Now think about the items being medical and drugs. This is part of the very frustrating part of living here, never ends and is seldom easy.

Someone that was with Judy (??) heard her say things out of frustration. It is not important who or why and we now have some understanding of the facts and situation. Things that many of us have said ourselves during same type of events. We vent and then move on as Judy has done; yet again.

The group and volunteers will be having dinner on Monday night at the El Choco restaurant for those that wish to stop by.

Thanks WB and others for your concern and support of Judy and AAAS.

Ringo is right. Judy is still going strong. Organising the transport, food, moving of equipment etc. to the fire stations for the vets, was very stressful for her. I stepped in to help and organised some of the transport from the airport to the hotel, then the following 2 days, collection from the hotel to the fire station and food for all concerned at a new restaurant in Charamicos (which is spotless and very well run and prices are very cheap - big discount for the Vets and helpers.) The Fire Chief was brilliant and so were his staff. It was so touching to see so many animals being helped. They will continue tomorrow and as they managed to finish earlier than first thought today, they may not have to work on Sunday. Hopefully they will be able to relax for a couple of days before they leave on Tuesday.

Judy will catch up with some things before she leaves for a well earned and much needed break. She is one very special lady for sure.

what about Dr. Bob

Buster1 said:

what about Dr. Bob

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Dr. Bob still has his vet clinic next the Judys, AAAS. Though Judy is very knowledgable, she is not a Vet and she calls on Dr. Bob when needed.

When my animals have a problem, I first go to Dr. Bob and pay for his services. If Dr. Bob is not available and it is an emergency, I go to Judy and donate for her services.

Judy is a non-profit that provides much needed animal care. That care then helps the communities and people. Asociacin De Amigos Por Los Animales De Sosa, Inc.

Dr. Bob is in business and charges as he should. Dr. Bob is a very good vet and a good person. How much he charges for what he provides is amazing low.