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While there is the belief that importing dogs from a poor 
country is a means to help that country’s pet overpopulation 
problem, others don’t see it that way.  
      “Sending dogs to the United States is not seen as a solution 
because of the number of homeless animals already here,” said 
Kelly O’Meara, director of international programs for Humane 
Society International at Humane World for Animals (formerly 
Humane Society of the United States). O’Meara made this state-
ment in 2015.  
      Understanding a country’s culture is the key to the success of 
Caribbean Spay Neuter’s events. Empathy from all of the volun-
teers goes a long way in gaining the trust of the locals.  
      On their off days to recharge, some volunteers venture on 
hikes, visit local businesses, and enjoy experiencing the native 
food and drink. 
      “Diving into a different culture is fascinating to me,” said 
Cecilia. She is realistic in her thinking that this is not a vacation 
in the true sense of the word. “I go because I want to help. The 
work is worth my time.” 
CArIbbeAN SpAy Neuter does not pay any salaries. 
they operate solely on donations of money and 
medical supplies. through financial donations, 
they are able to purchase anesthesia medications, 
sutures and needles – all very expensive items that 
cannot be purchased off their Amazon wish list.  
www.CaribbeanSpayNeuter.org 
     For more information, you may email Karin 
Wanner-King at CaribbeanSpayNeuter@gmail.com 
Follow them on Facebook @CaribbeanSpayNeuter 
 
ANIMAlluvrS DreAM reSCue was founded by 
Cecilia Nieves in 2012 with the mission to rescue 
and care for critically ill and/or injured dogs and 
cats, many of whom are strays, abandoned, 
abused, or neglected. these animals would other-
wise be euthanized due to lack of owners, funding 
or space in a shelter environment. the team also 
places a great deal of emphasis on educating the 
public about the pet overpopulation crisis, the 
importance of spaying/neutering and responsible 
pet ownership. 
     Animalluvrs Dream rescue is a 501(c)(3) 
non-profit organization For more information, 
email AlDr@animalluvrs.org 
Follow them on Facebook @Animalluvrs and 
Instagram @AnimalluvrsDreamrescue  
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Making A Noticeable 
Difference – Cecilia said, with 
each visit to Suriname, she is 
starting to see less street dogs 
and cats. “I’d like to believe that is 
due to the impact of the work we 
are doing through Caribbean Spay 
Neuter,” she said.

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