Guatemala

Back in 2002, Dr Jim went to Guatemala to adopt his youngest daughter, Karina. While there, he learned of an animal shelter in Sumpango, Guatemala. This shelter had recently opened a veterinary clinic on the property and was having veterinarians from the other countries come to help out. Dr Jim decided that he would like to go someday. Beginning in 2005, Mapleview began sending supplies to the shelter, Hound Heights. Plans also began to actually visit the shelter and help out. That first trip took place in November 2005 and is continuing on a bi-annual basis. Hound Heights is an animal sanctuary located an hours drive outside of Guatemala City. It is a no-kill shelter and houses numerous dogs, cats and rabbits. Established as a 501(c)3, the parent company, AWARE, accepts tax deductible donations from US citizens. To learn more about AWARE and Hound Heights, visit www.animalaware.org.

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