The Peanut Pet Shelter & Kennel - In Playa del Carmen! - Page 223

LIZLEWIS42 · 02-29-2008

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Originally Posted by Tommygurl

You have an amazing hubby LIZLEWIS....

Good luck to you!

You don't know the half of it... Just living with me guarantees sainthood...

Bluespicker · 02-29-2008

I forgot to mention that our good friend Karl met us at the airport and braved the weather and the traffic to take us from the airport to our car. What a great friend! Tasha slept through the night in her crate then went outside for a poop and pee.....had breakfast and a poopie followed soon after. Outside of course!

silvergirl · 02-29-2008

I'm stealing the words from Miss Shamrock..........

I "heart" Bill!!

silvergirl · 02-29-2008

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Originally Posted by Bluespicker

I forgot to mention that our good friend Karl met us at the airport and braved the weather and the traffic to take us from the airport to our car. What a great friend! Tasha slept through the night in her crate then went outside for a poop and pee.....had breakfast and a poopie followed soon after. Outside of course!

You guys are something else!

I'm so happy for you!!! And especially for Tasha.

How lucky she is to come to such a wonderful home.

Best wishes to you all!!

Bluespicker · 02-29-2008

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Originally Posted by silvergirl

You guys are something else!

I'm so happy for you!!! And especially for Tasha.

How lucky she is to come to such a wonderful home.

Best wishes to you all!!

Thanks! As we predicted Tasha has fallen in love with our massive collection of dog toys and especially the cow hooves.....she's a chewing fool!

Doggiemom · 02-29-2008

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Originally Posted by silvergirl

I'm stealing the words from Miss Shamrock..........

I "heart" Bill!!

I "heart" EVERYONE who is involved with helping out the animals at the shelter!

JillyinMN · 02-29-2008

I'm also so happy that Tasha is in Minnesota safe and sound!

It's also wonderful to hear how well she is fitting in with her new siblings! I can't wait to see pictures! I hope to meet you "Erik and Jan" sometime.

We really need a Minnesota peep meet at a dog friendly location!

himynameisjan · 02-29-2008

Erik and I were lucky enough to attend two puppy washes.

Puppy wash number one.

The Fabulous Maureen

Laura and Jen drying puppies

Mildred offering up a toy

Troy stole this chewtoy from Mildred. Seemed happy about it too.

Tahsa working her sad eyed magic on Erik

Vero handing out free kisses

Laura and Claire.

Vero catching some rays.

Gotta love a puppy who falls asleep in your lap three seconds after meeting you.

Odin in his usual pose.

himynameisjan · 02-29-2008

Puppy wash numero dos!

Juliette hiding out.

Anna drying off Mandy

Maureen and George

Andy getting Tasha's kennel ready to go

Karl demonstrating his skills as a shite engineer

Erik bonding with Troy

Anna with another wet puppy

Troy checking out Candy and Tasha

Tasha showing off her new girly collar

Bingo chillin'

Juliette and Misha

Bernie and Vero

Some tunes for the puppies

And in my own little mind, the best part of the trip!!!!
Tasha after a very long trip she tolerated like a real trooper

A welcome to Minnesota hug from Karl

OH GOD IT'S COLD... LET ME BACK IN THE CAR!!!!!

WTF kind of sand is this??????

Tasha is happy in her new home, and likes her new brother and sister very much. She is running in the snow, barking at squirrels and stealing all the best toys. She is very healthy and all ready to take Minnesota by storm. Thank you Andy and Jen for all your help. and for taking such good care of Tasha and all the other dogs at the shelter!!!!

bluesinger · 02-29-2008

Hi Andy and Jen:
I am looking at a twin-lens microscope on my desk with your name on it. It has a 10X and a 44X lens and a light source. It's a beaut. Our greenhouse manager gave it to me - says they don't use this style for classes any more.

I need someone to mule it down to you all. What about George's new person? I think I recall you saying he/she was flying down to get the dog. The scope, wrapped, could easily fit in a carry-on. Can you contact them and connect us? I can ship it out to George's person right away.

Let me know - Julie

karona · 02-29-2008

She looks and sounds soooooo happy!!!!!!!!!!!!

That is so wonderful. I love the pic with Carl.

himynameisjan · 02-29-2008

WTG Julie

bluesinger · 02-29-2008

Miss you himynameisjan! Good talking to you this a.m. albeit brief and thx a mill for the funky bags. Glad all is going well in kato and see you soon. We need to intro Nikki and Tasha - julie

Anna Tortuga · 02-29-2008

wow good for Tasha! Hope many more will have her fantastic future!!!!

Leia · 02-29-2008

After I came home from our two weeks in Playa, I wrote in to our local newspaper, The Vancouver Province, to their travel section. They have a regular column in their Sunday Travel section, "You Were There" where people write in with their trip report. Mine is going to appear in the paper on March 9th!!!

Here is what I submitted.

If you have ever been to Mexico, you will know that there is a problem with a breed of dog not normally seen north of the 49th parallel, the Mexican Street Dog. It can be a mix of any breed you can imagine and there are always plenty of them. It is sad to think that there are so many stray animals, on the streets of every town in Mexico, without a home and someone to care for them.

My Mexico, or where I love to go, includes a very special place in Playa del Carmen, The Peanut Animal Shelter and Kennel. In January, on one of my days in Playa, instead of basking in the sunshine, I was privileged to be a visitor at the shelter. It is run by a British couple, Andy and Jen and they have a number of supporters worldwide. It takes a special person to be able to open their heart and home to a full house of dogs and puppies! The kittens and cats are housed elsewhere as no self respecting cat would be able to tolerate that many dogs! thirty plus the puppies when I visited. They were full! no more room!

Saturday is bath day at the shelter which is a way to help the animals socialize with lots of volunteers, and a clean dog is more adoptable should some kind soul happen along to adopt one instead of drop another one off! There are many success stories on their website The Peanut Pet Shelter and Kennel | Playa del Carmen, Mexico and there seems to be a never ending supply of puppies and dogs needing help. And, while I understand that a dog just isn't treated the same in Mexico as our pampered pooches here in Canada, the reality is that they are often 'just another mouth to feed' and are left to fend for themselves.

While we were there, two quite young Chihuahua cross pups were brought in, one with an injured leg and both covered in fleas. The bath was ready and we gave them each a flea bath moments after they arrived, while discussing what they should be named. With sixteen puppies, there seemed no end to wriggling puppy bodies needing a shampoo and rinse. What fun for the volunteers! we were from the UK, Playa del Carmen, the US and Canada, all brought together because of our love for our four legged friends.

I took down half a dozen collars and leashes to donate to the shelter and there is always a need for food, medicine and dollars to purchase more. They work very closely with a local veterinarian and I'm sure he likes to be paid for his expertise, although I think he is very happy to be helping someone who is making a difference on the streets of Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Somehow the fundraising ideas just don't seem to be able to keep up with the expenses.

We enjoyed our two weeks in the sunshine and after our visit to the shelter, it seemed that we noticed more dogs without collars (usually a sign that they are homeless) and we will always remember the heart breaker at Chichen Itza. An older female dog who appeared to be getting a spot ready to have more puppies. For her there are no rescuers, no one in the area of Chichen Itza is helping the stray dogs.

There is no where on earth quite like the Mayan Riviera, the scenery, the Caribbean Sea, the people, the great restaurants, the atmosphere of holiday relaxation, the wonderful little boutique hotels along Quinta Avenida, we stayed at one, the Posada Mariposa, a small 26 room hotel overlooking the northern end of Fifth. And now my favourite vacation spot holds something more for me - a chance to give something back to the area. Have a look at the shelter website, maybe you will want to help too.

02-29-2008	#3340 (permalink)
bluesinger sandflea Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mound, MN Posts: 7	Microscope for Peanut Pet Shelter Hi Andy and Jen: I am looking at a twin-lens microscope on my desk with your name on it. It has a 10X and a 44X lens and a light source. It's a beaut. Our greenhouse manager gave it to me - says they don't use this style for classes any more. I need someone to mule it down to you all. What about George's new person? I think I recall you saying he/she was flying down to get the dog. The scope, wrapped, could easily fit in a carry-on. Can you contact them and connect us? I can ship it out to George's person right away. Let me know - Julie

02-29-2008	#3345 (permalink)
Leia life=playa Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Lower Mainland, BC, Canada Posts: 521	Wooohooo! I did it!! After I came home from our two weeks in Playa, I wrote in to our local newspaper, The Vancouver Province, to their travel section. They have a regular column in their Sunday Travel section, "You Were There" where people write in with their trip report. Mine is going to appear in the paper on March 9th!!! Here is what I submitted. If you have ever been to Mexico, you will know that there is a problem with a breed of dog not normally seen north of the 49th parallel, the Mexican Street Dog. It can be a mix of any breed you can imagine and there are always plenty of them. It is sad to think that there are so many stray animals, on the streets of every town in Mexico, without a home and someone to care for them. My Mexico, or where I love to go, includes a very special place in Playa del Carmen, The Peanut Animal Shelter and Kennel. In January, on one of my days in Playa, instead of basking in the sunshine, I was privileged to be a visitor at the shelter. It is run by a British couple, Andy and Jen and they have a number of supporters worldwide. It takes a special person to be able to open their heart and home to a full house of dogs and puppies! The kittens and cats are housed elsewhere as no self respecting cat would be able to tolerate that many dogs! thirty plus the puppies when I visited. They were full! no more room! Saturday is bath day at the shelter which is a way to help the animals socialize with lots of volunteers, and a clean dog is more adoptable should some kind soul happen along to adopt one instead of drop another one off! There are many success stories on their website The Peanut Pet Shelter and Kennel \| Playa del Carmen, Mexico and there seems to be a never ending supply of puppies and dogs needing help. And, while I understand that a dog just isn't treated the same in Mexico as our pampered pooches here in Canada, the reality is that they are often 'just another mouth to feed' and are left to fend for themselves. While we were there, two quite young Chihuahua cross pups were brought in, one with an injured leg and both covered in fleas. The bath was ready and we gave them each a flea bath moments after they arrived, while discussing what they should be named. With sixteen puppies, there seemed no end to wriggling puppy bodies needing a shampoo and rinse. What fun for the volunteers! we were from the UK, Playa del Carmen, the US and Canada, all brought together because of our love for our four legged friends. I took down half a dozen collars and leashes to donate to the shelter and there is always a need for food, medicine and dollars to purchase more. They work very closely with a local veterinarian and I'm sure he likes to be paid for his expertise, although I think he is very happy to be helping someone who is making a difference on the streets of Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Somehow the fundraising ideas just don't seem to be able to keep up with the expenses. We enjoyed our two weeks in the sunshine and after our visit to the shelter, it seemed that we noticed more dogs without collars (usually a sign that they are homeless) and we will always remember the heart breaker at Chichen Itza. An older female dog who appeared to be getting a spot ready to have more puppies. For her there are no rescuers, no one in the area of Chichen Itza is helping the stray dogs. There is no where on earth quite like the Mayan Riviera, the scenery, the Caribbean Sea, the people, the great restaurants, the atmosphere of holiday relaxation, the wonderful little boutique hotels along Quinta Avenida, we stayed at one, the Posada Mariposa, a small 26 room hotel overlooking the northern end of Fifth. And now my favourite vacation spot holds something more for me - a chance to give something back to the area. Have a look at the shelter website, maybe you will want to help too.

02-29-2008	#3332 (permalink)
Bluespicker añejo Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Rural Mankato,Minnesota Posts: 2,715	I forgot to mention that our good friend Karl met us at the airport and braved the weather and the traffic to take us from the airport to our car. What a great friend! Tasha slept through the night in her crate then went outside for a poop and pee.....had breakfast and a poopie followed soon after. Outside of course!

02-29-2008	#3333 (permalink)
silvergirl Pomegranite tequila lover Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 4,024	I'm stealing the words from Miss Shamrock.......... I "heart" Bill!!

02-29-2008	#3337 (permalink)
JillyinMN reposado Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: IGH, Minnesota Posts: 1,096	I'm also so happy that Tasha is in Minnesota safe and sound! It's also wonderful to hear how well she is fitting in with her new siblings! I can't wait to see pictures! I hope to meet you "Erik and Jan" sometime. We really need a Minnesota peep meet at a dog friendly location!

02-29-2008	#3338 (permalink)
himynameisjan añejo Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Mankato, Minnesota Posts: 1,561	Erik and I were lucky enough to attend two puppy washes. Puppy wash number one. The Fabulous Maureen Laura and Jen drying puppies Mildred offering up a toy Troy stole this chewtoy from Mildred. Seemed happy about it too. Tahsa working her sad eyed magic on Erik Vero handing out free kisses Laura and Claire. Vero catching some rays. Gotta love a puppy who falls asleep in your lap three seconds after meeting you. Odin in his usual pose.

02-29-2008	#3339 (permalink)
himynameisjan añejo Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Mankato, Minnesota Posts: 1,561	Puppy wash numero dos! Juliette hiding out. Anna drying off Mandy Maureen and George Andy getting Tasha's kennel ready to go Karl demonstrating his skills as a shite engineer Erik bonding with Troy Anna with another wet puppy Troy checking out Candy and Tasha Tasha showing off her new girly collar Bingo chillin' Juliette and Misha Bernie and Vero Some tunes for the puppies And in my own little mind, the best part of the trip!!!! Tasha after a very long trip she tolerated like a real trooper A welcome to Minnesota hug from Karl OH GOD IT'S COLD... LET ME BACK IN THE CAR!!!!! WTF kind of sand is this?????? Tasha is happy in her new home, and likes her new brother and sister very much. She is running in the snow, barking at squirrels and stealing all the best toys. She is very healthy and all ready to take Minnesota by storm. Thank you Andy and Jen for all your help. and for taking such good care of Tasha and all the other dogs at the shelter!!!!

02-29-2008	#3341 (permalink)
karona way into it Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: victoria bc Posts: 216	She looks and sounds soooooo happy!!!!!!!!!!!! That is so wonderful. I love the pic with Carl.

02-29-2008	#3342 (permalink)
himynameisjan añejo Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Mankato, Minnesota Posts: 1,561	WTG Julie

02-29-2008	#3343 (permalink)
bluesinger sandflea Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mound, MN Posts: 7	Miss you himynameisjan! Good talking to you this a.m. albeit brief and thx a mill for the funky bags. Glad all is going well in kato and see you soon. We need to intro Nikki and Tasha - julie

02-29-2008	#3344 (permalink)
Anna Tortuga añejo Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: playa del carmen...urgh Posts: 4,393	wow good for Tasha! Hope many more will have her fantastic future!!!!

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