Grand Bahama Humane Society

About Us We are the only animal rescue organization on Grand Bahama Island, which is 73 miles long and 1 to 7 miles wide, with a human population of around 50,000, and a large homeless animal population. We are working hard to alleviate the homeless animal problem through our free spay/neuter and educational programs, but with only three full-time employees, two part-time employees, and a few volunteers, it is a constant struggle. Unfortunately, only about 30% of our operating expenses are reimbursed by a local government entity. The rest (which equates to more than $.70 of every single dollar...and we need to raise money to buy pet food, even...) must come from private donations and fundraising events. We desperately need a new facility as our current building is too small, outdated, and is seriously dilapidated, so we're raising money through our Building Fund (link below). Please help! At present, our maxiumum capacity (which is often exceeded) is only 50 dogs and puppies and 20 cats and kittens. Stray, homeless, unwanted, and abandoned dogs are by far our biggest problem on the island. Unfortunately, with such a small human population on our island, our adoption rate for dogs is AT BEST, 5 - 10%, and since we take in between 100 - 200 pets per month, we sadly...and tragically... do not have the luxury of being a no-kill shelter. Our fundraising ability is also limited by the finite pool of potential donors as we are only one of many charities on the island, and unfortunately, animal welfare is low on most residents' list of priorities. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About The Potcake Breed The majority of our dogs are of mixed breeds, locally referred to as "Potcakes." This name is derived from a popular dish here, peas and rice. The "cake" that sticks to the bottom of the pot was usually thrown into the yard for the dogs (and in many cases, it still is). Potcakes are an officially recognized breed in the Bahamas! Potcakes typically have smooth, short fur with little or no undercoat, cocked ears, a hound-like rib cage and long terrier-shaped faces. More rare are the shaggy or rough-coated Potcakes. The "typical" Potcake is brown, but colors range from party (brindle) to black, white, cream, yellow, and red. Adults stand about 24 inches high at the shoulder. Normal adult weight is 25 pounds in the bush, but once healthy and homed, they can weigh 30-45 pounds, depending upon bone structure. Potcakes are genetically-engineered to tolerate heat, long-term physical stress, extreme competition for food, and a low protein diet. As pets, Potcakes comprise the "traits of the Potcake breed" and are highly-intelligent, fiercely loyal, and very enthusiastic, bonded companions. These dogs are generally uncommonly smart, easily-trained, and make the most loyal and loving companions you could ever want. They are usually so grateful to live in a house, that they almost housetrain themselves! Please make a difference and save the life of a truly unique and WONDERFUL Potcake!

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