June 27th, 2010 by admin
Currently, in the AWC system are some CUTE furry friends seeking a forever home. Please contact animalwelfareofculebra@yahoo.com or 787-235-6736 if you might be interested in adopting!
You can support this great cause at http://animalwelfareculebra.org.The majority of Animal Welfare’s animals end up getting adopted in the states and AWC is well versed in the logistics of transporting animals to their new families up North.
Some of our FANTASTIC animals up for adoption are:
1) Richard - aprox. one year old neutered male. Up to date on all vaccines. Short-haired lab mix. Likes swimming, romping, hanging with friends. He currently lives in a foster home with other dogs & cats but would really love to have a home of his own where he is the star! He is housebroken.
2) Maggie & Molly - sisters, aprox. 2-3 mos. old, black lab mixes. Spayed females, up to date on all vaccines & sweet, lovely girls. They really enjoy playing (puppies!) with each other & the other dogs (cats) that they live with & frolicking in their very own kids swimming pool.
3) Frank - is an older fellow of aprox. 6-8 years. He is neutered & current on all vaccines. He is a real charmer & everyone that meets Frank loves him. He enjoys swimming, walking, & just being with people. He is a relaxed guy who makes a great companion. Frank is housebroken, too.
4) Chester - a neutered male, big orange kitty. When he bumps you in greeting, you can tell he’s a solid fellow. He likes company & people & is the alpha cat, but gets along well with more submissive felines. Chester has a huge grin & a friendly word of greeting whenever he sees you!
Please contact animalwelfareofculebra@yahoo.com or 787-235-6736 if you might be interested in adopting any of these amazing animals!
December 1st, 2009 by admin
Update: Herman has a home! He was adopted by a great couple & he now has a sibling just about his size & build, but brown. Yah!
Our latest rescue, Herman (all 20+\- pounds of him), is looking for a forever home. And we would love to find him a “Home for the Holidays.”
He’s had some rough times on the streets of Culebra, but doesn’t hold a grudge and is loving, (very) friendly, and sweet!
After fostering Herman for a few weeks, we can tell you that he likes children, dogs, is fine with cats and really enjoys rawhides and walks with friends. He thinks a good cuddle is swell, too!
Please email us at animalwelfareofculebra@yahoo.com if you are interested in adopting him. (If you cannot adopt at this time, we are also grateful for any donations to help with his medical expenses - Support.)
September 10th, 2009 by admin
Update: Great news!!! Charlie has been adopted. 
Sad to say, but we have another animal that was found on the streets here in Culebra, and is currently up for adoption.
The dog, now known as Charlie, is an 11 week Lab mix puppy and he’s seeking a forever home.
Charlie was found alone and covered with mange. He has been to the vet and had his first round of shots (second set due early Sept.). Charlie loves cats, other dogs, people, and is well on his way to being fully housebroken!
Please contact Marsha at 787-402-0790 if you are interested in adopting Charlie or helping to support his medical care.
August 30th, 2009 by admin
If you have been following the story of Lilly, her long ordeal is finally over and the great adventure of her new life has 
begun. What began as a life of suffering on the streets of a small, Caribbean island ends with a loving home near Charleston, South Carolina.
After three months of treatment and rehab, Lilly has made dramatic changes. Her scars have healed, she’s begun to gain weight, and her fur has come in a beautiful chocolate color.
When her new family came down to Culebra, Puerto Rico, to meet her it was love at first sight as Lilly greeted Kim with a big kiss. The following day she headed off to the beach in a Volkswagon Thing for a day of fun and sun while bonding with her new owners Jim and Kim.
Worn out from a day frolicking the waves, Lilly had an early start as she boarded the 6:30am ferry to the main island of Puerto Rico. Next, was a stop at the vet’s, where she had spent a month recovering from heartworm, mange, tapeworm, and getting spayed. The veterinarian staff couldn’t believe Lilly’s great transformation!
After a tearful goodbye with foster mom Terrie, Lilly, Kim, and Jim were off for the hour’s drive to San Juan. Once at the airport they would board separate flights up to Charlotte, NC where they would pick up Lilly and then drive about three hours back to South Carolina rolling into Lilly’s new home just after midnight.
Subsequent calls and emails have confirmed that Lilly, Kim, Jim, and Lilly’s new pal, kitty Raul, are adjusting well. Lilly has now met squirrels, been to two pet shops, and will soon be taking a boat ride and meeting more new friends at the local dog park.
AWC is so proud of this wonderful ending to Lilly’s story. Many thanks to all involved in saving Lilly!
If you would like to help support the great work that Animal Welfare of Culebra does, please visit our Support page or feel free to contact us at anytime.
August 5th, 2009 by admin
Great news! After a fairly intense social media outreach effort (Twitter, FaceBook, YouTube, & Flickr) Lilly has been adopted.
Most of the dogs that we rescue here on Culebra typically fly out of San Juan airport and meet their new family upon arrival at their destination.
However, Lilly’s new family has decided to travel down to our little Caribbean island from South Carolina to pick her up during the last week of August. (When they arrive we will get pics of the new, happy family.)
According to her new owners, “Lilly will have a friendly dog next door to play with, live close to the beach for great walks, and even get to take frequent boat trips.”
After all that Lilly has been through we could not be more excited for her and her new forever family!
A sincere thank you to all who provided financial contributions and well wishes. The kindness of strangers has been amazing!
There are many other dogs like Lilly, still on the streets of Culebra, who desperately need assistance and a home.
Please contact us if you are interested in adopting a Culebra sato (mix breed), providing financial support, or helping with outreach at animalwelfareofculebra(at)yahoo.com.
July 2nd, 2009 by admin
If you have been following the story of Lilly the chocolate lab, then you’ll know that a little over a month ago she literally collapsed on the sidewalk from dehydration, heart worm, mange, and malnutrition. The picture below is how she was found.
We are extremely happy to report, after a month at Dr. Delgado’s office in Fajardo Lilly has been treated for her ailments and today she looks amazing and is going to make someone a fabulous pet.
She will be with us on Culebra for a mandtory three weeks (to finish heart worm treatment) and after that she will be ready to be adopted to her forever home. (Contact us if you would like to adopt her!)
We would be remiss if we did not thank those who helped to contribute financially to Lilly’s treatment. A special thank you goes to all of you who so kindly donated and contributed to her care.
Animal Welfare of Culebra does amazing work with very limited funds (no outside grants or federal money), if you would like to donate to our ongoing work , please visit the support page.
June 24th, 2009 by admin
We rescued this sweet chocolate lab (we’re calling her Lilly) the other day after she collapsed in front our house. She is a nice pup but really sick. At this time she is at the vet’s office in Fajardo.
Please, if you know of anyone who is willing to offset the vet care (bill expected to exceed $1500) or who would like to adopt her when she is well, click on the Support tab above to donate.
January 28th, 2009 by admin
Ceiba (pronounced Saba) is a very sweet, happy-go-lucky black lab mix pup. He is an approximately 6 months old neutered male who has all of his vaccines, is heartworm negative, and is currently on flea/tick and heartworm prevention.
He loves rawhides, playing games, walks, riding in the car and other dogs. He is very loyal and really wants to please and just be by your side.
Ceiba is a GREAT doggy!
January 9th, 2009 by admin
Please join us at Mammacita’s Restaurant from 3:00 to 6:00pm on Saturday, February 7th, 2009 for the 4th annual fundraiser for ANIMAL WELFARE OF CULEBRA (AWC).
AWC receives NO outside grants or government assistance to undertake its mission of helping the animals of Culebra. Last year we were able to rescue 70 animals and find them new homes on Culebra and in the United States. The funds raised during this annual even help offset operational costs.
Activities inlcude; a raffle and auction, as well as, drinks, food and fun! Come and help support ANIMAL WELFARE OF CULEBRA or donate via conveniet Paypal.
January 6th, 2009 by admin
Pebbles is Animal Welfare of Culebra’s first pet to be adopted in the New Year! 2009 is certainly a lucky year for Pebbles and his new family up in Boston, MA.
They met this loveable guy while vacationing here in Culebra and decided to open up their hearts and home to Pebbles. He will soon be traveling via San Juan up to the chilly Northeast, however he will be a happy pup as he’s now found his “forever home.”
Here is Pebbles doing some sunbathing before he heads up to chilly Boston where it was 20 degrees this morning.
