Rescuing Dogs and Cats in Costa Rica
Fill Your Heart With Love
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Add a new family member and spice up your life.
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Together we can save lives.
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Why We Do It
We Do It For Them
Neglected and suffering, these innocent creatures face
hardships that no living being should endure.
We can’t turn our backs when they need us most.


How We Help

Rescue & Rehabilitate
With medical care & personal attention the cats and dogs blossom and thrive.

Host Spay & Neuter Clinics
We help reduce the number of unwanted puppies & kittens.

Find Loving Forever Homes
Our goal is for secure & happy pets in well-matched families.

Provide Community assistance
We assist pets that would not otherwise receive care for urgent medical needs.
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Featured Cats & Dogs
Be a Foster Angel

Open your home and your heart to loving a dog, puppies, or kittens in need of temporary care, and be a part of their beautiful transformation.

“Visiting the new shelter was such an emotional moment. Seeing how much it had grown, knowing the love and care that goes into every animal there, only deepened our appreciation for El Refugio. They gave Bootzie a second chance, and they’ll always hold a special place in our hearts. We can’t recommend them enough for anyone looking to find their own Bootzie.”
Kate, United States