THE BODHI MENTE STREET DOG FUNDACIÓN
Make an impact
in the life of dogs in need
WHAT IT’S ABOUT
Animal welfare isn't always a top priority in this region, though it is a top priority for us at Bodhi Mente. Most people here are focused on providing for their own families day-to-day and caring for street dogs is a responsibility few can afford to carry. There are many good people who will leave scraps and leftovers for the dogs, but it takes something bigger to actually change the odds for these animals and help control the population.
Bodhi Mente is now home to five local rescues, each of whom arrived differently. Julieta, a Rottweiler mix, was handed over as a newborn by a neighbour. Susana, a rat terrier, walked up to a table at a local restaurant and the rest was history. And Gloria, Donna, and Carmela — the triplets — were born right on the land itself, after their mother wandered in and gave birth under a sheltered area.
We often get asked to adopt more of the street dogs that we feed on the streets. But the reality is, five dogs means five sets of vaccinations, sterilizations, constant flea and tick prevention, parasite treatment, and the ordinary vet visits that never stop. The bills add up fast, and there are always more mouths to feed than the ones already accounted for.
We continuously strive to do better for these local street dogs. Each meal, each moment of love and connection is a way of making their day better than it would have been.
We will continue to welcome dogs on to our land, but we can’t do it without your continued support. Every fund raised moves this closer to something larger: a larger, permanent enclosure here at Bodhi Mente, space to house more dogs long-term, and a facility where guests can come and take part directly in feeding, walking, caring for the dogs who call it home, and becoming an active part of the Bodhi Mente Street Dog Fundación themselves. Thank you for your support and belief in what we do!
WHY GIVE TO THE BM STREET DOG FUNDACIÓN?
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Make A Difference
Your donation helps create real, measurable change in the lives of street dogs in Santa Marta.
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Support A Cause You Love
Give back to something that aligns with your values and passions. Animal welfare takes a village!
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Be Part of A Solution
Join a community of people working together to improve the quality of life for local animals. Join the mission in person when you visit!
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Create Lasting Impact
Your contribution helps build long-term solutions in the lives of local dogs. Continued support will help us reach our bigger goals!
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Fund Grassroots Work
Support local, hands-on efforts that make a difference where it matters most. In the day-to-day lives of street dogs in the region 🇨🇴
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The Bigger Picture
Continued support will help us continue to grow. Bodhi Mente currently is home to 5 local street dogs - but we are working to expand our rescue efforts to home more dogs on our land.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Directly towards are current missions.
Providing food to local street dogs
Providing vet care to local street dogs
Eventually building a larger permanent enclosure to support more dogs directly on our land
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When you visit Bodhi Mente as a guest or visitor, you will be more than welcome to spend time with our 5 dogs on site: Julieta, Susana, Gloria, Donna & Carmela.
You are also invited to join us in town when we go to feed the local street dogs.
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Donations can be made in CAD and USD via PAYPAL by following this link: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VCFLEUMBKQMAJ
Or by going to PayPal.me/bodhimente