Founder of Isla Animals opens up about why she started this organization, what their initiatives are and how you can get involved!

About Isla:
We are an animal rescue group on the island and continental part of Isla Mujeres, Mexico. We promote spay and neuter clinics, education, and adoption programs.

Our mission includes outreach work, going into neighborhoods to care for animals in their homes and focus on encouraging owner participation and education. Animal rescue is incredibly hard work and incredibly rewarding.

ISLA ANIMALS is a 501C3 organization founded in 1999. We are 100% funded by donations and the generosity of unpaid volunteers. We have rescued over 5,400+ dogs since 1999 and are dedicated to decreasing the unwanted pet population on Isla Mujeres, Mexico through on-going spay/neuter programs, education, vaccinations, and adoption.

Our website: www.islaanimals.org
Follow us on Instagram: @islaanimals

Our Goals:
--->To provide free spay/neuter clinics to help control the animal population on Isla Mujeres.
--->To provide free or reduced cost veterinary services and vaccinations
--->To offer animal foster care and promote adoptions in Mexico, USA and Canada
--->To educate pet owners about humane animal treatment, care and responsibility
--->To do all of the above in the most humane, compassionate way possible


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If you have questions about adoption or other time sensitive requests, you can send an email to Alison at [email protected] . Thank you!

DO YOU HAVE A WEBSITE?:
Yes, http://islaanimals.org/
Also, Instagram: (username @islaanimals) https://instagram.com/islaanimals/

WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?:
Our clinic is located mid-island on Isla Mujeres in La Gloria nestled into the Hacienda Mundaca Parque. You can't miss it-there is a HUGE thatched palap roof over an open space where they often hold performances. ISLA ANIMALS written in blue on the wall. It is across the street from the new hospital.

WHAT ARE YOUR HOURS & DAYS OF OPERATION?:
We are open TUESDAY & THURSDAY from 10am-4pm.

HOW CAN I VOLUNTEER?:
We welcome drop in volunteers on TUESDAY & THURSDAY from 10am-4pm. You do not need to schedule a time or appointment on these days, simply stop by for as little or long as you like! We always need dog walkers and depending on your comfort level, help with recovery, baths, etc. Just wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

WHAT ARE DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO CLINIC?:
From Centro, start driving south on Medina (this is the road the ferry is on) and continue up Medina about a mile and a half. You will see a big store called "CHEDRAUI" on your right, pass CHEDRAUI by continuing on the curve of the road, and again continue on Medina through the curves. You will then pass "OSCARS RESTAURANT" on the right, continue up Medina another mile and a half. Eventually, you will see a giant thatched roof structure called the Hacienda Mundaca Parque. Our clinic is located here. You have gone too far if you see the hotel "ISLA MUJERES PALACE".

WHAT DO I NEED TO TELL A TAXI DRIVER TO GET TO CLINIC?:
We do not use addresses on Isla Mujeres. You can tell any taxi driver, "Hacienda Mundaca Palapa" and they will bring you right to us. To leave the clinic simply go out to main road and flag down a taxi on the street. Note that taxis are shared on Isla so you may flag a taxi with other passengers already in it!

WHERE CAN I DROP OFF SUPPLIES ON ISLA MUJERES?:
You can drop off supply donations in 2 locations on...