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Watch the newest video of the Shelter: A Great Day

Posted on January 22, 2012 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

In January the Bonaire Animal Shelter officially received a very brand new single cabin, long bed, heavy duty, 2.7 turbo diesel white pickup truck from Stichting Dierenlot from the Netherlands. We’ve made a video about this event. It was a Great Day!

Shelter news

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

This last year, 2011, 800 animals were brought into the Shelter (65% dogs and 35% cats). There were 208 adoptions and 30 animals were reunited with their owners. (So you know who to call if you lose your cat or dog.)

The year before, in 2010, there were 217 adoptions. Of the animals brought in 75% were dogs and 25% cats. Compared to 2010, this last year, 2011, there were fewer dogs in the Shelter. The Shelter staff believes this has to do with the free sterilization program. That program will continue in 2012 and they will focus more on the free sterilization of cats.

Story by Laura DeSalvo, Bonaire Reporter- Jan. 20-Feb. 3, 2012

Happy Puppy New Year

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Happy Puppy New Year

Just to say Happy New Year we had to show you these five little puppies, some of the first to arrive at the Shelter this year with their mom.

They are roly poly little guys, three females and one male (the fifth one has already been tagged to be adopted). They will probably be medium sized dogs, judging by their mother.

All of them are getting the best of care, a private kennel and have been examined by the vet. They will be available for adoption at six to seven weeks. Of course, these puppies, like all the other adoptees, are healthy and social.

You may see them at the Shelter on the Lagoen Road, open Monday through Saturday 8 am to 1 pm and 3 to 5 pm. Tel. 717-4989.

Story and Photo by Laura DeSalvo, Bonaire Reporter- Jan. 20-Feb. 3, 2012

New Pickup for the Animal Shelter

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Marlies in Home Page, News | Comments Off

On Saturday January 14, around noon, the Bonaire Animal Shelter officially received a very brand new single cabin, long bed, heavy duty, 2.7 turbo diesel white pickup truck from the Nederlandse Stichting Dierenlot.

On Saturday January 14, around noon, the Bonaire Animal Shelter officially received a very brand new single cabin, long bed, heavy duty, 2.7 turbo diesel white pickup truck from the Nederlandse Stichting Dierenlot. This Dutch Foundation helps animal welfare organizations in Holland and the Dutch Caribbean (WWW.Dier.nu). This utility vehicle was the 421th project of the very active Dutch foundation. The brand new truck is very visible in every day’s traffic because of the “zebra” striping and graphics delivered by Gaia Productions, Image and Digital Design from Bonaire, saying, Yuda bestianan na peliger riba Boneiru, sostené Fundashon Dierenlot. (Help animals in danger on Bonaire, support the Fundashon Dierenlot). The Dutch foundation tries to support organizations that take care of health and protect animals in Holland and the Dutch Caribbean. The Shelter employees and volunteers will use the truck for transportation of cats and dogs, especially those who are in need of the free-of-charge sterilization project. For a long time a reliable truck was on the list of suggested gifts for the Shelter. A lack of money was always the problem. Now the Nederlandse Stichting Dierenlot solved the problem with the new pickup. The Shelter will take as good care of the pickup as they do for their animals. Some hundred citizens were there when the new truck was adopted and baptized! One of the citizens suggested the truck was equipped with a “waving light”*.

THE TRUCK

The white single cabin long bed truck was produced in September 2011 and is as new as new can be. /jb). The white work horse is fully equipped and the flat black front bumper and the artificial leather seats remind you of the enthusiasm of the vehicle to do the job. The engine is a good runner, the dashboard is complete, the odometer reads only 35 kilometers and the trip meter is reset (by me/jb) on zero. *There is just one fancy and unknown flip flap button mounted in the center of the dashboard. So I fiddle a little with the aftermarket thing. Nothing seems to happen. Then people try to get my attention: I just engaged the orange colored Hella flashing light mounted on top of the single cabin!

Congratulations, Bonaire Animal Shelter.

Huge progress.

Story & photo by Jan Brouwer/L.D.

Animal Shelter Bonaire Truck

This Dutch Foundation helps animal welfare organizations in Holland and the Dutch Caribbean (www.Dier.nu). This utility vehicle was the 421th project of the very active Dutch foundation. The brand new truck is very visible in every day’s traffic because of the “zebra” striping and graphics delivered by Gaia Productions, Image and Digital Design from Bonaire, saying, Yuda bestianan na peliger riba Boneiru, sostené Fundashon Dierenlot. (Help animals in danger on Bonaire, support the Fundashon Dierenlot).

The Dutch foundation tries to support organizations that take care of health and protect animals in Holland and the Dutch Caribbean. The Shelter employees and volunteers will use the truck for transportation of cats and dogs, especially those who are in need of the free-of-charge sterilization project.

For a long time a reliable truck was on the list of suggested gifts for the Shelter. A lack of money was always the problem. Now the Nederlandse Stichting Dierenlot solved the problem with the new pickup. The Shelter will take as good care of the pickup as they do for their animals. Some hundred citizens were there when the new truck was adopted and baptized! One of the citizens suggested the truck was equipped with a “waving light”*.

THE TRUCK

The white single cabin long bed truck was produced in September 2011 and is as new as new can be. /jb). The white work horse is fully equipped and the flat black front bumper and the artificial leather seats remind you of the enthusiasm of the vehicle to do the job. The engine is a good runner, the dashboard is complete, the odometer reads only 35 kilometers and the trip meter is reset (by me/jb) on zero. *There is just one fancy and unknown flip flap button mounted in the center of the dashboard. So I fiddle a little with the aftermarket thing. Nothing seems to happen. Then people try to get my attention: I just engaged the orange colored Hella flashing light mounted on top of the single cabin!

Congratulations, Bonaire Animal Shelter.

Huge progress.

Story & photo by Jan Brouwer/L.D., Bonaire Reporter- Jan. 20-Feb. 3, 2012

Happy new year : Fireworks and pets

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Fireworks can cause a great deal of stress for dogs and cats. Pets simply don’t understand what’s going on and many are really scared of the loud bangs and flashes.
The poster below is a reminder to be considerate for cats, dogs and other pets on Bonaire when letting off your fireworks!

Poster is made by Gisela van Steenbergen and production is sponsored by Flamingo Communications Bonaire.

Bonaire Christmas Cats

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

The cats in the Bonaire Animal Shelter wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy 2012.

Watch the newest video of the Shelter: CHRISTMAS CATS!

Shelter Fundraising: For who? For dogs like Veronica!

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Tonight saturday December 10th the Bonaire Animal Shelter again organizes the Art and Fun Auction!

The Shelter on Bonaire still has trouble maintaining the terrain due to lack of funds. Volunteers certainly do a terrific job but they can’t do it all. For example, there is an urgent need to rebuild the kennels we use for the first reception of incoming dogs. The kennels need to be made safer, more hygienic and watertight.

The shelter organizes the art auction for the dogs and the cats in the shelter. We do it for the dogs in the Bonaire Animal Shelter! Dogs like Veronica who suffered from mange. We helped Veronica and after 10 days she looked much better… Do you remember her story?

Story of Veronica

Fundraising auction: For who? For dogs like Ella!

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Tonight saturday December 10th the Bonaire Animal Shelter again organizes the Art and Fun Auction!

The Shelter on Bonaire still has trouble maintaining the terrain due to lack of funds. Volunteers certainly do a terrific job but they can’t do it all. For example, there is an urgent need to rebuild the kennels we use for the first reception of incoming dogs. The kennels need to be made safer, more hygienic and watertight.

The shelter organizes the art auction for the dogs and the cats in the shelter. We do it for the dogs in the Bonaire Animal Shelter! Dogs like Ella… Do you remember her story?

Story of Ella

Help the cats in the shelter!

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Tonight saturday December 10th the Bonaire Animal Shelter again organizes the Art and Fun Auction!

The Shelter on Bonaire still has trouble maintaining the terrain due to lack of funds. Volunteers certainly do a terrific job but they can’t do it all. For example, there is an urgent need to rebuild the kennels we use for the first reception of incoming dogs. The kennels need to be made safer, more hygienic and watertight.

The shelter organizes the art auction for the dogs and the cats in the shelter. We do it for the cats in the Bonaire Animal Shelter!

cats in shelter

Shelter Art Auction: For who? For dogs like Annabelle!

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Tonight saturday December 10th the Bonaire Animal Shelter again organizes the Art and Fun Auction!

The Shelter on Bonaire still has trouble maintaining the terrain due to lack of funds. Volunteers certainly do a terrific job but they can’t do it all. For example, there is an urgent need to rebuild the kennels we use for the first reception of incoming dogs. The kennels need to be made safer, more hygienic and watertight.

The shelter organizes the art auction for the dogs and the cats in the shelter. We do it for dogs like Annabelle… Do you remember his story?

Story of Annabelle

Fundraising: For who? For dogs like Sam!

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Tonight saturday December 10th the Bonaire Animal Shelter again organizes the Art and Fun Auction!

The Shelter on Bonaire still has trouble maintaining the terrain due to lack of funds. Volunteers certainly do a terrific job but they can’t do it all. For example, there is an urgent need to rebuild the kennels we use for the first reception of incoming dogs. The kennels need to be made safer, more hygienic and watertight.

The shelter organizes the fundraising for the dogs and the cats in the shelter. We do it for dogs like Sam… Do you remember his story?

Story of Sam

Gift giving time is coming

Posted on November 13, 2011 by Marlies in News | 1 Comment

Gift giving time is coming and what could be a more perfect and special gift for most everyone on your list than a Bonaire Animal Shelter Tee shirt. They come in adults’ and kids’ sizes, there are tanks and tees, in colorful cottons. Get them at the Shelter, at Carib Inn or at the Capt. Don’s Habitat Manager Parties on Monday nights. They start at $8 and you may be sure that all the proceeds go directly towards helping keep the Shelter open for unwanted cats and dogs on the island.

And if you’d like to give a monetary gift to the Shelter itself, their account for a Bonaire Animal Shelter General Donation is MCB #102.37800. Or if you’d like to donate to their Sterilization Fund, the accountis MCB #10616410.

Laura De-Salvo, Bonaire Reporter – November 11-25, 2011

Watch the newest video of the Shelter: The Bully Story

Posted on November 09, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

One day a nice puppy was rescued by Gisela. Bully went to the Animal Shelter and was adopted by Larissa.
Take a look at the newest Shelter video shelter and see for yourself!
Watch episode 8 of the the Animal Shelter Bonaire video series: The Bully Story.

Pakus di Pruga on facebook

Posted on November 09, 2011 by Marlies in Current Activities, News | Comments Off

The Animal Shelter’s Pakus di Pruga (Flea Market) continues to thrive. This little shop, run by volunteers from the Animal Shelter, is bursting with “stuff” -clothes, books, children’s things, even appliances and some furniture.

It’s on Kaya Libertador Simon Bolivar, across from Jong Bonaire and Brandaris Café. It’s open Saturdays, 8 am to 5 pm. All proceeds go to help keep the Shelter open.

More information about the Pakus di Pruga you can find on facebook

New Shelter Video: episode 7: KIDS!

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Kids love puppies, dogs, cats and kittens. Kids always have a very good time at the Animal Shelter on Bonaire Take a look at the newest Shelter video shelter and see for yourself!

Watch episode 7 of the the Animal Shelter Bonaire video series: Kids.

Pakus di Pruga is becoming more and more populair

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

As prices go up all over Bonaire, the Shelter’s Pakus di Pruga (Flea Market) that is open every Saturday has become more and more popular. There is obviously a need on the island that is being filled by this little shop run by volunteers to benefit the Animal Shelter. In fact the place is just bursting with items – furniture, clothing, household items, garden items, children’s furniture, clothes and toys and more – lots of cheap stuff! And if you have things to get rid of, let them know 717-4989. They can even arrange pick up if it’s something like furniture.

Pakus di Pruga on Kaya Libertador Simon Boliver, across the street from Brandaris Café and Jong Bonaire, is open every Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm. There’s plenty of free parking too.

Bonaire Reporter- October 14-28, 2011

Reminder: Book & Flea market on October 1st at Shelter Bonaire

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Next Saturday, October 1st. From 11 am to 5 pm the Shelter will have another of their very popular and successful Book- and Flea Markets. All the proceeds go to helping to keep the Shelter open for unwanted cats and dogs. We saw just a few of the items that will be for sale: books, carpets, bric a brac, kitchen items, clothes, mugs, puzzles, games, DVDs, CDs, even a walker!

All the funds raised will benefit the Animal Shelter. And, of course, all the shelter animals will be there and you may find a dog or cat that you would like to adopt!

Please pass by and browse, buy, eat, drink and enjoy the festive atmosphere at the Giant Book Fair and Flea Market, Saturday, October 1st, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., 26 Kaminda Lagun. Don’t miss it!

Animal Shelter Book and Flea Market Scheduled for October 1st, 2011

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Bookmarket Animal Shelter

Next month on saturday, October 1, From 11 am to 5 pm the Shelter will have another Flea and Book Markets. This is a great place to pick up some books to read on the beach or browse through a variety of items, while contributing to a good cause While having a drink or snack, you can take your time to look around between the many, many items that are for sale, to see if there is something you like and can buy for little money.

The event features a large selection of secondhand books for only $1.25, household items, clothes and many other items for sale from the flea market. The fair is popular and usually draws a large crowd, so it’s a good opportunity to meet up with friends, re-stock your book supply, pick up some bestsellers for your long flight home, and visit with the animals. All the proceeds go to helping to keep the Shelter open for unwanted and homeless cats and dogs.

If you have unwanted items to donate, you may drop them off at the Shelter. Volunteers are needed too. If you can spare a few hours on Saturday october 1st, it would be much appreciated! Call the Shelter at 717-4989 for more information or send an e-mail.

New shelter video: episode 6 In, Stay, Out!

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

This funny video is about the cycle of the Animal Shelter Bonaire. The pets come in, they stay at the shelter and go out and live with a new owner.
Watch episode 6 of the the Animal Shelter Bonaire video series: In, Stay, Out!

New Shelter Employees: Hanny and Regina, with Farah

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

New employees: Hanny and Regina

These are two familiar (human) faces – Hanny Hoogerkamp and Regina Schouten – because both ladies have been faithful volunteers at the Shelter for a long time. But now they’re on the staff and continue to do a great job.

Congratulations!

Laura DeSalvo, Bonaire Reporter- Aug. 19-Sept. 2, 2011

Shelter’s Pakus di Pruga – Every Saturday

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Pakus di Pruga volunteers

Have you discovered the Shelter’s every Saturday Garage Sale yet? The Pakus di Pruga is housed in the building across the street from Brandaris Café and is manned by volunteers from 8 am to 5 pm. And there’s plenty of free parking!

On a visit last Saturday we found lots and lots of books, racks and racks of clothes, house wares, a child’s bike, appliances, even an old refrigerator (the freezer works but not the fridge!). And the nice thing is that new things come in all the time. You’ll most likely find another treasure trove there next Saturday.

To donate items you may drop them off at the Shelter on the Lagoen Road during opening hours. Small things (like books) may be brought to the Garage Sale itself. It’s a Win-Win-Win situation: people get rid of what they don’t want, other people buy what they want, and the Shelter can be kept open for unwanted cats and dogs.

Laura DeSalvo, Bonaire Reporter – August 5-19, 2011

Ayo Monique!

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

We say a sad goodbye to Monique Degenaar, one of the co-managers of the Shelter. After four years on the island working diligently at the Shelter Monique will be returning to Holland.

Monique has been a pillar of the Shelter, not only working there day after day, but she’s brought endangered kittens and puppies home, trying to save their lives, feeding them every three hours, day and

night! “That is hard,” she confesses, “because after I raised them I

wanted to keep them!” But her husband, heretofore understanding, put his foot down and said once the young ones could eat regular pet food they had to go back to the Shelter. We’ll all really miss you Monique. And that includes your four-footed pals at the Shelter!

Taking over Monique’s job will be Regina Schouten

Bonaire Reporter- July 22- August 5, 2011 Laura DeSalvo

We say a sad goodbye to Monique Degenaar, one of the co-managers of the Shelter. After four years on the island working diligently at the Shelter Monique will be returning to Holland.

Monique has been a pillar of the Shelter, not only working there day after day, but she’s brought endangered kittens and puppies home, trying to save their lives, feeding them every three hours, day and night! “That is hard,” she confesses, “because after I raised them I wanted to keep them!” But her husband, heretofore understanding, put his foot down and said once the young ones could eat regular pet food they had to go back to the Shelter. We’ll all really miss you Monique. And that includes your four-footed pals at the Shelter!

Taking over Monique’s job will be Regina Schouten.

Laura DeSalvo, Bonaire Reporter – July 22- August 5, 2011

Shelter Alert: Volunteers Needed!!!

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Shelter Alert: There is a big need right now for volunteers to come in and socialize with the animals. The cats love having people around to cuddle them and play with them. The dogs would like to have someone to walk them on a leash, maybe teach them how to sit and just have fun. If you can spare a few hours, call the Shelter at 717-4989. You’d be doing a great service – and have a good time as well! The Shelter is on the Lagoen Road, open Monday through Saturday, 8 am to 1 pm and 3 to 5 pm.
The Shelter is on the Lagoen Road, open Monday through Saturday, 8 am to 1 pm and 3 to 5 pm.

Laura DeSalvo, Bonaire Reporter- July 8-22, 2011

The Eyes have it! – New video of Bonaire Animal Shelter Bonaire

Posted on July 05, 2011 by Marlies in News | 1 Comment

Watch the these loyal eyes of the dogs in the Animal Shelter Bonaire, or those cats eyes that follow you everywhere.
Pets with blue eyes, brown eyes, crosseyed cats,cute puppies with beautiful amber eyes, dogs with green eyes, cats with gray eyes ….. You can find dogs and cats with all these special eyes at the Animal Shelter Bonaire.

Gold for Kenneth

Posted on July 04, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Kenneth Piar, who works at the Animal Shelter Bonaire, won a golden medal at the Special Olympics in Greece.

Kenneth won the Gold with Bolas and scored 324 points. Hopi, hopi bon Kenneth!

And today there was a picture of Kenneth with his gold medal in the newspaper.

Free treatment of mange on Bonaire

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Marlies in Current Activities, News | Comments Off

Dog at the shelter Bonaite that suffers from mange

The last few weeks the shelter received a lot of complaints regarding dogs that suffer from mange.

Mange occurs when a dog becomes infested with microscopic mites. These mites live on a dog’s skin, digging in and sucking the dog’s blood. They reproduce quickly and are highly contagious. Symptoms of mange can include hair loss, itching and skin inflammation. Mange spreads quickly across a dog’s body if it’s not treated.

The Bonaire Animal Shelter offers free treatment of mange. Call the shelter for more information (0599-7174989).

Trash to Treasures – Bonaire Animal Shelter’s Pakus di Pruga

Posted on June 09, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Trash to Treasures – Bonaire Animal Shelter’s Pakus di Pruga

Have you visited the Shelter’s Pakus di Pruga yet? It’s the Weekly Garage Sale at Kaminda Liberador Simon Bolivar across from Brandaris Café.

Volunteers staff the shop from 8 am to 5 pm every Saturday. You never know what you’ll find there but there are always plenty of books, clothes, household items…and more.

If you have unwanted items to donate, you may drop them off at the Shelter or if they’re small, like books, you may bring them to the Garage Sale on the Saturday.

Volunteers are needed for the shop too. If you can spare a few hours on Saturdays it would be much appreciated. Plus it’s a fun group to work with! Call the Shelter at

717-4989 for more information.

Laura DeSalvo, Bonaire Reporter – May 27-June 24, 2011

Have you visited the Shelter’s Pakus di Pruga yet? It’s the Weekly Garage Sale at Kaminda Liberador Simon Bolivar across from Brandaris Café.

Volunteers staff the shop from 8 am to 5 pm every Saturday. You never know what you’ll find there but there are always plenty of books, clothes, household items…and more.

If you have unwanted items to donate, you may drop them off at the Shelter or if they’re small, like books, you may bring them to the Garage Sale on the Saturday. Volunteers are needed for the shop too. If you can spare a few hours on Saturdays it would be much appreciated. Plus it’s a fun group to work with! Call the Shelter at 717-4989 for more information.

Laura DeSalvo, Bonaire Reporter – May 27-June 24, 2011

July 2: Book and Fleamarket at Animal Shelter Bonaire

Posted on June 04, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Saturday, July 2, From 11 am to 5 pm the Shelter will have another of their very popular and successful Flea and Book Markets. All the proceeds go to helping to keep the Shelter open for unwanted cats and dogs.

While having a drink or snack, you can take your time to look around between the many, many items that are for sale, to see if there is something you like and can buy for little money.

Shelter Statistics

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Marlies in News | Comments Off

Everything you always wanted to know about the Animal Shelter Bonaire, but were too afraid to ask!
Stuff worth knowing about the shelter Bonaire. Fun facts and fascinating numbers about the cats and dogs that live in the shelter and about the people that work there.

Did you kow that the dogs at the Animal Shelter Bonaire produce 25 kilos of poop… every day. And cats 5 kilos. Did you know that about 30 volunteers work at the Animal Shelter… that is 7300 volunteers hours per year. And did you know that the shelter dogs daily need 25 kilo of dog food and that the Bonaire shelter spayed/neutered 800 pets in 2 years. That is more than 1 a day and for free…at no costs! And did you know that in 2010 there were 53 cats adopted from the shelter and that we use 5 cubic meters of water each day…

You want to know more shelter statistcs, watch the video below!

Good news!

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Marlies in Happy Endings, News | 1 Comment

Sammy in march 2011

Good News: Do you remember “Sammy”, the near death, starved, abused and neglected dog that was brought into the Shelter? There was something about him that made the staff decide not to euthanize him after all. With the love and attention he got at the Shelter he turned into a handsome,friendly very special dog.

The good news is that Sammy has been adopted. What a life he’s lived already in his short time. Congratulations, Sammy and to your new owners. May you have a long and happy life together!

Sammy in October 2010

Laura DeSalvo, Bonaire Reporter- May 13-27, 2011


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