Island Dogs Rock

30/11/2025

Before Rosita went back home, we took this picture of her with Guava… and honestly, their story is one of the sweetest I’ve ever witnessed.

Guava never wanted to let us touch Rosita during her therapy. Every single time, he would gently nudge our hands away, as if to say, be careful.’
And when Rosita finally began to stand and take her first steps, she would go straight to him, trying to make him walk too.

These two lived the same situation — the same disease, the same struggle of not being able to walk. And somehow, they became each other’s comfort. Each other’s courage.

And today, we have a little progress: Guava was able to move one leg. It’s small, yes… and the timeline is longer than we hoped. But it’s a beginning. A spark. And after watching the bond between these two, I believe more than ever that hope carries weight.

28/11/2025

What a great day to go back home on
THANKSGIVING DAY!!

What a feeling it must be for this girl to return, moving again on all four legs. Rosita made it. How long did it take? One month. Just one month for a dog who arrived paralyzed to stand, walk, and finally go back home.

Here she is, right in front of her house. What a joy.

Wishing Rosita a wonderful life. She has an owner—a simple, humble man—who asked for help at the right time. And this is the beautiful result.

Now, Rosita actually has another name. “Rosita” was the name I gave her, because the first thing we did was go to Rosita’s meat market to buy her meat. But her real name is Lassie. And could there be a better name for a dog returning home? Lassie… come home, Lassie. What a perfect moment.

She was a candidate for euthanasia ...but 1 stubborn lady said let's try and give her 1 chance.

Thank you. Thank you to everyone who helped us buy her meat, her medication, who donated the towels(many were used) and who made it possible for her to have the time and support she needed to heal. This is your victory too.

Lassie is home on all 4 leggs❤️❤️
Now this is a great reason to say THANK YOU on Thanksgiving day!

27/11/2025

26/11/2025

Blood test ready for Oso.
He is anemic but we can start the chemos next Mon at the same time as Rocky.
This is the 3rd dog that we promised abuela to help with.

26/11/2025

Just raising awareness of how some people fun is another animal suffering...still catching wildlife....Middle Age mentality and is for the "fun" payers too.
Ignorance provokes suffering.Howler monkeys always die once they are taken from the high top jungle...
In my previous life I cared for many and it is heartbreaking to see them die.
ICF is the honduran gvmnt agency for wildlife protection.

26/11/2025

Guava❤️

25/11/2025

Yesterday Oso was examined and yes he has TVT which I was suspecting..
and Rocky had his second chemo.
We need to do a hemogram first because Oso is a bit skinny and chemo can be harsh.With Rocky everything is on schedule because he was at a clinic for several weeks.
These 3 dogs are all around the abuela and we need to finish what we started.
The fact that the vet is going to her home to administer the treatments is a big help.
Below is Rocky waiting for the chemo.

24/11/2025

Monday morning...instead of coffee I received this...and I know the knot in my stomach, the split second I need to make a decision for the animal and the people....the thoughts that run thru my mind, talk to the vet...one more that is hard to say no.
A young dog — only about three years old — needs help. His family is very humble, very poor, and today they finally reached out because they simply don’t know what else to do.

At first I thought he might have been hit by a car, but no… it’s worse. The doctor believes it is an eye tumor, not TVT. And that means surgery — real surgery — the kind that is impossible to afford when you’re struggling just to get through the week.

Some people might wonder, “How come they didn’t take him to the vet earlier?”
But they actually did. 2 years ago, when this first started, they took him to what was then a “famous” rescue hoping someone could help for free. But nothing was done. And when you have no money, no transportation, no support, you hold on to the hope that maybe it won’t get worse.

If you look at the surroundings in the video, you understand immediately. This is not the life of dogs in countries where there are sofas, carpets, insurance, and backup plans. This is a different reality entirely. Survival looks different here — for people and for animals.

So the fact that the family came forward today and asked for help… that already means a lot. It means they care. It means they love him in the best way they can. It means they trust that maybe this time, something can finally be done.

The doctor will evaluate him and let us know the exact plan, but at least now we have a beginning — a door that opened.

A heavy way to start the week…
but maybe the beginning of hope for him.

18/11/2025

Yesterday was Rocky’s first chemo day — and no, he wasn’t thrilled about it. But he handled it, and that’s what matters. The doctor was incredibly kind and went directly to the home where Rocky lives, because there were two more dogs that needed to be examined. It made everything easier for everyone.

The second dog is the female, Pastelito. And yes, I had to laugh at her name — pastelito here is like a little pastry stuffed with meat. So that’s her name: Little Meat Pie.
Good news: Pastelito does not have TVT, and we’re planning to have her spayed very soon.

The third dog… well, he’s a vago. He decided to take himself on a walk, so the doctor couldn’t examine him yesterday. Hopefully next week he’ll be around when the vet comes again. Since these three dogs all live together, there was a strong concern that more than one could have TVT. Now we know Pastelito is clear, and we’ll check the wanderer next week.

There are so many animals in need — we know we can’t help every single one. But in situations like this, where the abuela has been caring for them, where the dogs have a humble home and an owner who tries, it fills your heart.
Having enough money raised to pay for the chemos is a great fealing.
We promised the abuela to help her with her dogs.
Thank you to all who make this possible.

So: Chemo number one is done for Rocky. And we’ll keep going until he comes out on the other side of this.
Dr said he checked the surgery and all is well.He looks fat too.

The picture below is Rocky and his sister Pastelito.
His helicopter ears are so funny😀😀😀😀

16/11/2025

As soon as there is a bit of sun Guava loves to be by the grass...he is really a content dog.
He looks straight in your eyes..very special.
His wounds are finally healing...the fact that his spine is not broken gives hope he will walk one day.
One day at a time

13/11/2025

Remember Rocky and his abuela?
His erliquia treatment is over and he is ready to start the chemios for the TVT.
Yesterday we were quoted the price and probably 4/5 chemos will be enough.
Meanwhile the abuela keeps putting eggs together as a thank you...
On Nov 15 we will know the raffle winners and whatever difference is left after paying the vet bills for Guava and Luna will go toward the chemos for Rocky.
For some reason this abuela and her pup touched deeply my heart and made me think about what is really important at 94....when all you want is your dog to be healthy.

We still have 134 tickets to sell...5$ a ticket, 1 fancy coffee can add up and help people and animals.
The first prize is really once in a lifetime offer for us so take advantage!

15 people bought tickets.Can we reach 20 people that want to help?

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