Last month I posted about the shelter in The Bahamas that rescued Boca from the streets, and their struggle to remain open so that more dogs like Boca can be saved. Since that post, due to fundraising efforts that have reached potcake lovers around the world, The Kohn Foundation has raised over $10,000 for The Humane Society of Grand Bahama, and there are community-wide efforts being made to keep the shelter operating. Veronica from One Dog Organic Bakery saw the post and generously offered to feature The Humane Society of Grand Bahama as their rescue of the month.
One dog took a long journey from a tropical island to change the lives of her guardian and her little ginger sister in Colorado. We are lighter with Boca around. We are lazier in the late mornings when Boca reminds us to snuggle closer and sleep longer. Even through her ongoing eye problem, Boca keeps smiling, wagging and loving life. She has taught me so much about trust, resilience and the appreciation of a warm spot of sunshine on the patio. Because of Boca, I have learned about street dogs around the world and international rescue, coming to the conclusion that compassion should defy geography. Because of Boca, I have committed to a monthly donation to HSBG and am dedicated to giving back in whatever small ways I can. The Ginger Sisters have some treats on the way from One Dog Organic Bakery and I hope that the matching donated treats will brighten some other potcakes' days as they wait for their very own family.
If you are in the market for some dog treats, please consider placing an order from One Dog Organic Bakery in the month of March. As an added incentive, use code RUBICON15 for 15% your order. Other ways to help are listed below:
- Sign the Petition to encourage the local government to support The Humane Society of Grand Bahama.
- Donate to the Colorado-based Kohn Foundation, a 501c3 organization dedicated to raising funds for The Humane Society of Grand Bahama.
- Foster or Adopt! Both Colorado Animal Welfare League and Outpaws here in Colorado regularly have Potcakes for adoption and are always in need of foster volunteers. Transportation can usually be arranged for dogs to be adopted directly from The Humane Society of Grand Bahama into the U.S.
- Spread the word! Please share this blog post on Facebook, Twitter (#savethehsgb) and other social media.
This is so cool. You have such a personal connection with this Humane Society and how it must feel to see such great things happening for them.
ReplyDeleteI hope they are able to stay open - they are the only animal welfare organization/facility on the island (with a dual purpose as animal control)! It's astonishing to me that the local government does not realize their value. I'd love to visit someday, a beach vacation combined with some volunteer work!
DeleteWhat a great promotion...and I learned something new today about Potcake dogs while checking out your site. I'm so happy you have Boca (and of course, Ruby) in your family. :)
ReplyDeleteThey are wonderful girls, I really feel so lucky to have them.
DeleteGood for you Lara. I love that you're working toward such a great cause. It's amazing to realize the inspiration our animals give us. I signed the petition and donated :)
ReplyDeleteThat is so great! You are such a great advocate for them!
ReplyDeleteHow cool! They are lucky to have such a supporter in you.
ReplyDeleteThis is great - thanks for sharing! I love chances to support the wonderful places that give us wonderful dogs!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great promotion! I hope they are able to donate lots of treats.
ReplyDeleteAlso, how cool that you and Boca are spreading the word about this organization and the great work that they do. Will share on Facebook. :)