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You can help make a difference in the lives of millions of homeless animals... Island Dog challenges you to become invloved in their historical effort to change the way animals are treated in the United States Caribbean Islands. There is an estimated 100,000-200,000 dogs roaming the streets and beaches, either born into homelessness, abandoned, or abused. On an island the size of Connecticut, Puerto Rico has 78 cities. While each city is required by law to have an animal shelter, there are currently 5 small, unequipped, and under funded shelters on the island. There are also 4 control agencies available for "humane euthanasia." It is estimated that 90% of animals entering these shelters are euthanized because of overpopulation and illness. There is an estimated 450 "pet shops" selling unhealthy, uncertified, and poorly kept animals. Many of these shops are illegally vaccinating and treating dogs. Most pets will find the streets their home when they graduate from their "cute stage." It is estimated that less then 10% of the pet population ever visit a veterinarian clinic.

Situated along the southeast coast of Puerto Rico, lies Yabucoa. The animals abandoned or born on the Yabucoa coast are destined to die a painful death. On a daily basis animals are being poisoned, beaten, or butchered to their demise. The animals on this beach and other beaches throughout Puerto Rico are desperate to be rescued and receive the loving care we believe every animal deserves. With your contributions we can establish a rescue center in Yabucoa and other communities with similar needs. We can teach children torturing and killing animals is wrong. We can give parents resources to educate themselves and their kids about caring for their pets, inevitably creating support systems for both people and animals.

Celebrities such as Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez has help raise money and also awareness for the dogs in America's Caribbean. They also have auction their personal items to raise money such as an autograph guitar, Selena autograph high-top converse sneakers. For more information go to www.charitybuzz.com. To find out more about what you can do for the unfortunate dogs go to, www.islanddog.org.