Sunday, May 19, 2024

Pets & Animals

Caliente Restaurant hosts Saga’s ‘Tacos, Tostadas and Tequila Tuesday’ for charity

In an effort to raise funds to support the “Spay and Neuter” (SNIP) program at Saga Humane Society, Caliente Restaurant hosted “Tacos, Tostadas and Tequila Tuesday” on Tuesday, February 21st.

Saga assists in the rescue of injured ocelot

Saga’s Veterinarian Assistant Ingrid Lima gave the ocelot a thorough exam before it was stabilized and transported to the Belize Wildlife & Referral Clinic.

Morelet’s Crocodiles Thrive in Chiquibul Forest

A recent study illustrates that the local Morelet’s crocodile population is thriving in the Chiquibul Forest's isolated habitat.

Forest Department Leads Effort to Update National Threatened Species List

A workshop to update and modify Belize’s ‘Threatened Species List 2005’ took place after key stakeholders met at the Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center on January 31st.

Cries for compassion rise up after tragic death of abused puppy

Local residents of Ambergris Caye and social media supporters from as far as Malta, have voiced their sadness, and outrage after learning of the senseless and preventable death of a young dog named Trooper, on Ambergris Caye last week.

Caye Caulker is a model for how to co-exist with crocodiles

The study conducted by CRC (co-founded by Dr. Marisa Tellez, a member and Vice Regional Chair of Latin America of the CSG) in collaboration with the Forest and Marine Reserve of Caye Caulker (FAMRACC) illustrates a population recovered from past harassment and exploitation, thriving and co-existing with the local community.

Saga Humane Society’s new licensed veterinarian is Dr. Donald Tummons

The Veterinary Surgeons Board of Belize has granted Dr. Donald Tummons all rights and privileges to serve as a licensed Veterinarian in Belize.

Saga reiterates responsible pet ownership after increase in dog attacks

After a recent spike in dog attacks, the Saga Humane Society is on a mission to spread awareness on responsible pet ownership.