Last week I flew out again for another visit to El Refugio. It was as usual a very busy week and, as usual, the time went far too quickly. It was wonderful to see old friends and to meet beloved dogs as well as new ones. This time I didn't visit a killing station - the new dogs had mostly been found on the street or dumped by their owners and a few came from Los Barrios. On a happier note quite a few dogs flew off to their forever homes or to foster families - there were between one and three flights a day.
There were less students than in the height of summer but more volunteers and also adopters who had come to meet their dogs and take them home. This is happening more and more and it's wonderful.
Fabienne, Dirk and all the team are so grateful for all the help, as you can read in Fabienne's Diary. The dogs too benefit from all the attention - there's always plenty to do but always time for cuddles and treats. Nair, a vet from the UK, volunteered her expertise for a week and she was soon hard at work helping Chus (Marie Jesus) our new vet.
I hate having to leave at the end of the week. But I'll be back. I'm counting the days!
Beautiful Alwen
Sleepy head
In the office
Cristel with Alina
Cuddles
More cuddles ...
... our doggies ae so happy to get some attention
Treats for Arwen, Doctor, Melle, Phebe, Wiche and others
More treats
Carlito and Perrie
Emma and Jordi
Waiting patiently for their forever families
Gustavo, Chablis and Pommie ready for their walk
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