The Perros Project

Brenda’s Testimonial

nicmarson — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 02:04:14 +0000

I never cease to be amazed by how universal the love of pets truly is – and am humbled that people with so little can still find the means to care for these wonderful companions.

- Brenda

Brenda’s Testimonial

nicmarson — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 02:03:37 +0000

I have always found that people who are passionate about animals are wonderful to work with, and the volunteers that participated (both from the US as well as local volunteers in Peru) in the project were no exception.

- Brenda

Dustin’s Testimonial

nicmarson — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 02:02:35 +0000

I went down to Peru not knowing what to expect and what I found was a strong sense of my place in the world. That is a kind of love that only 40 Peruvian shelter dogs can deliver.

– Dustin

Suzy’s Testimonial

nicmarson — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 02:00:27 +0000

Working with them towards a solution to the stray dog & cat problem was a project that fulfilled in me a need to give back. To be able to assist both people and animals that are so in need and with a positive outcome, one could not experienced anything more uplifting and humbling.

– Suzy

Stephanie’s Testimonial

nicmarson — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 01:59:18 +0000

I’ve never had a holiday quite like this one, and to be honest, it’ll be hard to go back to the regular concept of “vacation.” It’s not often that I get to feel so useful and fulfilled. I learned so much from the Peruvian dogs and people, and feel lucky that I got to get dirty and tired in the name of helping dogs.

– Stephanie

Kim’s Testimonial

nicmarson — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 01:58:05 +0000

It was an incredible learning experience for both the Peruvian vets and the U.S. team. The pet owners were very engaged and involved, showing up in the morning before the clinic opened and sometimes waiting most of the day, due to the demand. Then they brought us more animals to spay and neuter the following day.

- Kim

Holli’s Tutorial

nicmarson — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 01:56:11 +0000

What a great opportunity to see the lives of beautiful dogs in the eyes of their Peruvian beholders! How different from what we see here. It was great to find that we could make a difference and better the lives of some lucky few!

– Holli

Lisa’s Tutorial

nicmarson — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 01:27:57 +0000

Seeing so many people come together out of their love for animals, and a community, was unbelievable. I was left with not only a great sense of having done good things, but also a greater sense of the world and being part of a much larger community.

– Lisa

Matt’s Testimonial

nicmarson — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 18:24:05 +0000

The Perros Project clarified in my mind some of the things that truly mean something to me: The rejuvenating power of service to others, the strength of community of like minded people, the strength we bring to each other with our similarities, differences and our passion to make this a better place.

– Matt

Peru bound in 31 days & some Big News to report! (5/19/10)

MEWebber — Fri, 21 May 2010 04:38:23 +0000

We’ve been granted official 501(c)(3) non-profit status!…and we need your support.

The Perros Project has recently received tax exempt status becoming an official nonprofit in what we feel is record time from the IRS (6 weeks!). As a result, we are happy to say that all donations to our work are now tax deductible.

Currently, we’re more than halfway to our goal of raising $5,000! But we need your help to get there.

The plan is to offer spay & neutering, de-worming, flea & tick medication and free leashes & collars to 100 dogs living in Huanchaco. Most of these animals are loosely connected to homes and families in the region, but their basic needs are not being met. Our estimated cost to this per dog is $30.

Can you help us by sponsoring 1 or 2 dogs?

We pledge to put your money to good use and send photos of the dogs you sponsor.

To make a secure donation through PayPal (you do not need an account) click HERE.

Or send a check payable to “The Perros Project” at 806 NE Going St, Portland, OR 97211.

Your donations will go directly to the dogs, the shelter improvement, and subsidizing the airfare for our great volunteer vets and construction supervisor.

Thank You!

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The Perros Project has had a lot of heartwarming stories coming in lately.

The total stranger (Nikki) who saw our poster in a Starbucks and is now arranging a company softball game with the proceeds going to the Perros Project.
The other total stranger (Holli) who saw the same poster and is talking to a travel agent TODAY to try and join us!.
The two children of a good friend (Lisa) taking portions of their allowance to help sponsor a dog.
Our great friend Emily who said “I write this check as an action I can do to help animals when there are so many times I feel I can do nothing.”.

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Prepping to go. Perros Project volunteers spent a recent Sunday afternoon learning how to take vital signs from dogs and check their general health. We are also in the midst of getting vaccinations, securing hostal rooms and finalizing plans with the Peruvian veterinary clinic. It is all very exciting!