CANDi (Cats and Dogs International)

06/03/2023

A flash to the past to a Candi spay & neuter clinic :

02/23/2018

“Our lovely Luna peacefully passed away this past Tuesday, in her mother's arms ( Allison Kozel) while resting her sweet head in my hand ( Tracey Buyce)

Fate brought Luna and I together; we were destined to meet on that street in Mexico in 2013. From the second our eyes met, our souls connected. It’s why I named her Luna, she was the moon amongst the stars.

But Luna wasn’t meant just for me. Luna was a beacon of hope the whole world was about to meet. Luna was the ultimate underdog, she survived starvation and cancer before coming to the US. Luna was a courageous fighter with the heart of a lion. She was cared for by her vet, RtwoDtwo Dzul in Mexico, who never gave up on her. Luna’s Mexican foster parents, Carla Cabrera and Hector Navarro, who lovingly nursed her back to health and then flew her to the New York.

Luna had much to teach us about strength, forgiveness, compassion, and giving love freely with no expectations. Luna shared her story of love and survival with over a million people. That’s a million hearts that were deeply moved by her Luna’s spirit to live. The little dog who could and would, spread joy and hope all over the world. She became an ambassador for the Mexican street dog and their plight for survival (CANDi (Cats and Dogs International). Luna gave street dogs a voice and a rare gift, the gift of genuine hope. She gave us all hope that there’s still empathy and faith in this confusing world.

Luna traveled very far to find her Mom, Allison Kozel. But Luna knew where she was going all along. Luna was finally going home, home to Allison, when she needed her most. Luna lead an extraordinary life. Allison gave Luna the freedom to experience boundless joy and pure happiness after surviving so much pain and neglect. Luna had exciting adventures hiking and camping in the Adirondacks with her Mom and brother, Crosby by her side. Luna finally had her happy ending; a family that love her fiercely.
Luna’s extraordinary soul is free now.
I love you my sweet soul child, you will always a part of my spirit tribe and always in my heart.”
Love,
Tracey Buyce

02/08/2017

In Partnership with Air Transat we were able to aide Eastern Ontario Potcake Rescue in rescuing two deserving dogs, Dorita and George from the streets of Roatan, Honduras. Extra thanks to Roatan Animal Shelter for all the amazing work they do as well! Follow along as Dorita and George find their furever homes in Canada!

01/23/2017

11/29/2016

It's ! Help stray animals just by shopping!
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08/02/2016

Because puppies happen.

06/02/2016

Remember those sweet pups our awesome Tracey Buice rescued from San Juan Puerto Rico a few months ago? There's something you can do, right now, that will prevent thousands of puppies from being born into those awful circumstances. This petition will take you 3 minutes to sign. Its a law that our dear friend Yolanda Alvarez the director of the US Humane Society in Puerto Rico is having passed. In a nutshell it would allow us and other groups like Candi to perform our high volume sterilization clinics on the island of Puerto Rico. A place that currently has over 300,000 stray dogs - most in very bad conditions. Thank you! Please sign and repost!


https://www.change.org/p/puerto-rico-state-house-apoya-legislación-para-controlar-la-sobrepoblación-de-animales-en-nuestras-calles-p-c2950?recruiter=1218132&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=share_facebook_responsive&utm_term=des-lg-share_petition-no_msg&recuruit_context=fb_share_mention_variant&fb_ref=Default

Puerto Rico tiene 8 albergues de animales. Entre los 8, se eutanizaron alrededor de 40 mil animales (perros y gatos) tan solo en el 2015. De esos 40 mil la mayoría fueron entregados por sus propios dueños. Somos muchas las personas, puertorriqueños y extranjeros, interesados en reducir la cantidad d...

05/18/2016

The majority of pet stores in New York buy their puppies from puppy mills across the country. They are then transported here in tractor trailers and treated as freight. There is absolutely no regard for their lives whatsoever. Just the profit of the company that sells that at upwards of 90% markup.…

05/13/2016

We love a kind heart

When Lee Ellis decided to wait for the rush of people evacuating Fort McMurray to calm down, he kept himself busy — feeding and giving water to dogs, cats and other pets that he came across or that people on Facebook had asked him to check in on.

05/12/2016

Throwback Thursday to volunteer photographer Tracey Buyce Photography getting a little extra love from the street pups of San Juan, Puerto Rico

05/11/2016

I was driving, thinking about how much I miss my pup, Stevie Nicks, when I look to the right and see a dog. Walking down the side of the highway. Alone. She's the same size as Stevie, with dangly little nips like Stevie's, and strutting with the same air of regal yet totally undue confidence as Stev...

05/09/2016

Monday's got us like...

05/08/2016

A mothers love! ❤️ Happy Mother's Day to all the fur and human momma's today!

05/05/2016

Happy Cinco De Mayo from the street dogs of Cancun Mexico!

05/04/2016

Give your fur babies an extra squeeze to celebrate, 'Be nice to animals week'!

05/03/2016

Every week should be, 'Be nice to animals week'!

04/29/2016

Sweet, sweet Luna is in need of a new home. Luna is the street dog we rescued in Mexico. Her currently family loves her, but Luna has grown fearful of their toddler. Luna would do great in home with teenagers or just a couple. She loves other dogs! You can fill out an application through Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist (H.O.P.E.) Luna is 5-6 years old and roughly 40 pounds. I will personally be doing the home visits. Luna needs to stay in the Capital Region

03/24/2016

A simple a boy and his dog. Happy National Dog Day! Celebrate by adopting or donating a furry best friend today!

03/18/2016

They aren't Irish but they give the best kisses ☘💋

03/13/2016

Wouldn't it be great to be sharing your Sunday pancakes with these guys?! You can! Contact Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist (H.O.P.E.) to inquire about adopting today!

03/09/2016

How could you resist this face?! He traveled all the way from
San Juan for YOU! Interested in adopting? Contact Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist (H.O.P.E.)

03/08/2016

Rico! A shy snuggle bug looking for his forever home. Interested? Contact Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist (H.O.P.E.)!

03/08/2016

Our sweet rescue pups are ready for adoption through our partner Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist (H.O.P.E.)! A huge thank you for all the amazing time, effort and love given by the Humane Society of Puerto Rico and Tracey Buyce Photography who literally dropped everything to save these souls.