The NEW Peanut Pet Shelter Is Coming!

[Babaloo]

After months of waiting for options to come to fruition, only to be disappointed, we are finally getting ready to break ground on the new kennels for the Peanut Pet Shelter.

As many of you know, the existing shelter is located in Andy and Jen’s house and it’s time to give them their house back and build a proper shelter for the pups.

The new shelter will be built on a vacant lot adjacent to Andy and Jen’s house.
This is what it looks like right now:

The street level view doesn’t do justice to the amount of trash on this lot


Once the lot is cleared and leveled, we will begin construction. Footings and foundations will be dug and an eight foot block wall surrounding the property will be built. For security reasons, the only access will be directly into the Andy and Jen’s property.

Once the walls are up, a concrete slab will be poured for the kennels. No more sleeping in dirt or in the kitchen . This slab will be entirely covered by a roof to protect the pups from the elements. Below is the plan view and a section view of the kennels. This plan will allow for 26 pens with most being 7 feet by 10 feet – nice and large.

Phase 1 only includes the wall, slab and roof over the kennels. Phase 2 will be to build and install dividers and gates for the kennels, fencing and gates for two very large dog runs, a play area for kids and puppies and any plumbing or lighting deemed necessary.

We’ve priced this through several contractors (due to immigration laws, we are not allowed to do any of the work ourselves…at least until the walls are up ) The best price we now have for Phase 1 is $11,500 USD. That’s a lot of money (although it is what we consider a very fair price), but it will be a huge step towards making the Peanut Pet Shelter what it deserves to be.

Speaking of money…and we all knew this was coming. We need money. This shelter offers spay and neutering of the pups coming in. This shelter pays for all vaccinations. This shelter pays for all treatment for injured and diseased dogs. These dogs are re-homed at no cost to the new owners. The shelter has been able to provide these services due to the generosity of many many people. People have offered money, medications, and countless hours of volunteer work. And we all know (or should know) that the Peanut Shelter IS Andy and Jen.

One idea for raising funds is to attempt to get businesses or individuals to sponsor an individual kennel. Any amount is appreciated but we hope to raise $500usd per kennel. This would completely pay for Phase 1 and put a nice down payment on Phase 2. For each sponsorship we would mount a “plaque” showing our appreciation. Something like this…maybe different…but something like this.
(These are examples…we’d love to actually have them as sponsors)

If you can't sponsor a kennel, we would be more than happy to accept any donation no matter how small. Every little bit greatly helps.

These are exciting times for the Peanut Pet Shelter. They can offer great accommodations for the pups and most importantly we can give Andy and Jen their home back. They deserve to have a home that they can enjoy peacefully, cleanly and stress free. Imagine a home were it's nearly impossible to relax. At the present, they have close to fifty dogs they are caring for.
(I’ll be taking volunteers for a home makeover later )

Just so you know…we have enough to get started on Phase 1, so ground breaks this week (hopefully). We don’t have enough to pay the total at the end, but that’s between us, okay?

Oh…and isn’t this the cutest thing?
Blatant attempt to tug at heart strings


If you wish to donate to the Peanut Animal Shelter
please go to www.paypal.com
click send money tab
type in peanutpetshelter at gmail dot com (don't type "at" and "dot" people )

Peanut Shelter Website

Click Here for the original Peanut Pet Shelter Thread

Stay tuned for this space as we record the progress of the New Peanut Pet Shelter & Kennels!

[Andy&Jen]

Thanks for doing this mate

[redhairgirl1]

That is great news!!

[MoonDollar]

OH MY! Lillie is adorable! I would love to have her. If you give me some info on how to e-adopt, I will see what I can do. I've also talked to my BF and we are planning on helping with a wash or something when we come. I just don't know how to get there. I am going to try to bring some supplies as well. It'll be 3 months. But I've been working on it since we booked the trip.

I sent a little. It's not much But hopefully I'll be able to send more. I think its amazing what you guys do.

[TAPPY]

Great news.....maybe we need to do a "In the Roo" kennel were all of the Roo-ers can chip in !

(hey look how much money was raised for the firemen)

[Maureena5]

Originally Posted by TAPPY

Great news.....maybe we need to do a "In the Roo" kennel were all of the Roo-ers can chip in !

(hey look how much money was raised for the firemen)

Yes! Tappy....I love your spirit!!! Andy & Jen could sure use the support! You are a dear!!


Maureen

[Tony&Cheri]

We think what Andy & Jen are doing is wonderful and really, really needed. Once you get out of the resort area and into the neighborhoods of Playa del Carmen you see how many desperate and uncared for animals there are. It would make us very happy for Andy & Jen to expand their operation so they can help more & more of these creatures.

Our own Gypsy and Marley Buddha both came from the streets of Playa del Carmen, and although there are times we threaten to throw them back out there (!!!) we actually love them & never would let them go. As we drive around the city, we often look at a sad, lost dog and say to each other, "that could have been Gypsy."

There's no reason InTheRoo can't take a substantial bite out of the initial construction costs if people donate like they did to the firemen. How cool would that be?!

The Luna Blue would like to become the first corporate sponsor. We'd like to sponsor two kennels, one in honor of each of our street pets. Andy, call us about picking up the money when you get a chance.

Okay, come on Roo Krewe, let's get this done!

[bunk]

Originally Posted by Tony&Cheri

We think what Andy & Jen are doing is wonderful and really, really needed. Once you get out of the resort area and into the neighborhoods of Playa del Carmen you see how many desperate and uncared for animals there are. It would make us very happy for Andy & Jen to expand their operation so they can help more & more of these creatures.

Our own Gypsy and Marley Buddha both came from the streets of Playa del Carmen, and although there are times we threaten to throw them back out there (!!!) we actually love them & never would let them go. As we drive around the city, we often look at a sad, lost dog and say to each other, "that could have been Gypsy."

There's no reason InTheRoo can't take a substantial bite out of the initial construction costs if people donate like they did to the firemen. How cool would that be?!

The Luna Blue would like to become the first corporate sponsor. We'd like to sponsor two kennels, one in honor of each of our street pets. Andy, call us about picking up the money when you get a chance.

Okay, come on Roo Krewe, let's get this done!

You guys are awesome!

[Jillian]

Originally Posted by TAPPY

Great news.....maybe we need to do a "In the Roo" kennel were all of the Roo-ers can chip in !

(hey look how much money was raised for the firemen)

Thats a great idea, I'll donate

[Babaloo]

Originally Posted by Tony&Cheri

We think what Andy & Jen are doing is wonderful and really, really needed. Once you get out of the resort area and into the neighborhoods of Playa del Carmen you see how many desperate and uncared for animals there are. It would make us very happy for Andy & Jen to expand their operation so they can help more & more of these creatures.

Our own Gypsy and Marley Buddha both came from the streets of Playa del Carmen, and although there are times we threaten to throw them back out there (!!!) we actually love them & never would let them go. As we drive around the city, we often look at a sad, lost dog and say to each other, "that could have been Gypsy."

There's no reason InTheRoo can't take a substantial bite out of the initial construction costs if people donate like they did to the firemen. How cool would that be?!

The Luna Blue would like to become the first corporate sponsor. We'd like to sponsor two kennels, one in honor of each of our street pets. Andy, call us about picking up the money when you get a chance.

Okay, come on Roo Krewe, let's get this done!

Thanks guys!
We hope to start Saturday clearing the lot...
...that probably means Monday or Tuesday, if we're lucky

[Andy&Jen]

Tony and Cheri... you guys are jjust awsome , thank you so much for this very generous contribution.....wow ... i will call you later today ..wow !!!

[Maureena5]

Tony & Cheri,

Oh my!!!! You two are incredible!! Your generosity is just....wow, simply incredible!!! See ya soon!

Maureen

[Bluespicker]

Originally Posted by Tony&Cheri

We think what Andy & Jen are doing is wonderful and really, really needed. Once you get out of the resort area and into the neighborhoods of Playa del Carmen you see how many desperate and uncared for animals there are. It would make us very happy for Andy & Jen to expand their operation so they can help more & more of these creatures.

Our own Gypsy and Marley Buddha both came from the streets of Playa del Carmen, and although there are times we threaten to throw them back out there (!!!) we actually love them & never would let them go. As we drive around the city, we often look at a sad, lost dog and say to each other, "that could have been Gypsy."

There's no reason InTheRoo can't take a substantial bite out of the initial construction costs if people donate like they did to the firemen. How cool would that be?!

The Luna Blue would like to become the first corporate sponsor. We'd like to sponsor two kennels, one in honor of each of our street pets. Andy, call us about picking up the money when you get a chance.

Okay, come on Roo Krewe, let's get this done!

Good job Tony and Cheri! Jan and I believe Andy and Jen are saints for doing what they do. When we think about hard and noisy and a pain it can be with three dogs in our house....then think about Andy and Jen with 43 or more dogs in THEIR house.....it boggles the mind! Our vets have been amazed that they were able to keep our Tasha alive when her pancreas is basically producing no enzymes to digest her food.......what a job they do!

[claudiadeplaya]

Originally Posted by Tony&Cheri

We think what Andy & Jen are doing is wonderful and really, really needed. Once you get out of the resort area and into the neighborhoods of Playa del Carmen you see how many desperate and uncared for animals there are. It would make us very happy for Andy & Jen to expand their operation so they can help more & more of these creatures.

Our own Gypsy and Marley Buddha both came from the streets of Playa del Carmen, and although there are times we threaten to throw them back out there (!!!) we actually love them & never would let them go. As we drive around the city, we often look at a sad, lost dog and say to each other, "that could have been Gypsy."

There's no reason InTheRoo can't take a substantial bite out of the initial construction costs if people donate like they did to the firemen. How cool would that be?!

The Luna Blue would like to become the first corporate sponsor. We'd like to sponsor two kennels, one in honor of each of our street pets. Andy, call us about picking up the money when you get a chance.

Okay, come on Roo Krewe, let's get this done!

A la bio
A la bao
A la bim bom ba
Tony y Cheri
Tony y Cheri
Ra ra ra!!!!!!!!

(that by the way is a mexican "porra" ask any mexican they will sing it for you with the propper cheering moves
You guys rock!!!!!!

[redhed]

Originally Posted by TAPPY

Great news.....maybe we need to do a "In the Roo" kennel were all of the Roo-ers can chip in !

(hey look how much money was raised for the firemen)

GREAT idea Tappy. We would happy to contribute!

Way to go Tony and Cheri....your generosity is outstanding!

[John]

Tony & Cheri - you two are simply amazing!

Libby and I have been hoping to sponsor an In The Roo kennel as well. We're trying to see how much we can afford at the moment. With our contribution and a few others, we should be able to support at least one kennel. We hope to post most information soon.

[Michele]

Good work and bravo to Tony and Cheri and all the In The Roo members who are helping Andy and Jen in their very worthy endeavor.

Rob and I have been speaking with Andy and Jen for sometime now about a way to support the shelter on an ongoing basis and have been holding off making an official announcement until their new website is up and running. As time is something we all seem to have less and less of and the need for funds is critical right now, we will wait no longer.

Effective immediately, for anyone who purchases property in and around Playa del Carmen and uses our Buyer Broker services, we will donate $1000usd of our commission to the Peanut Pet Shelter in your name. Ultimately, there will be a link button on Andy and Jen's website to make inquiries through. In the meantime, we're on the honor system. If you are going to make an investment in the Riviera Maya why not invest in this wonderful shelter at the same time!! You can contact me for more information through the links in my signature.

Good luck Andy and Jen! We hope to have this new shelter up and running in no time!!

[claudiadeplaya]

Originally Posted by Michele

Good work and bravo to Tony and Cheri and all the In The Roo members who are helping Andy and Jen in their very worthy endeavor.

Rob and I have been speaking with Andy and Jen for sometime now about a way to support the shelter on an ongoing basis and have been holding off making an official announcement until their new website is up and running. As time is something we all seem to have less and less of and the need for funds is critical right now, we will wait no longer.

Effective immediately, for anyone who purchases property in and around Playa del Carmen and uses our Buyer Broker services, we will donate $1000usd of our commission to the Peanut Pet Shelter in your name. Ultimately, there will be a link button on Andy and Jen's website to make inquiries through. In the meantime, we're on the honor system. If you are going to make an investment in the Riviera Maya why not invest in this wonderful shelter at the same time!! You can contact me for more information through the links in my signature.

Good luck Andy and Jen! We hope to have this new shelter up and running in no time!!

Wow Michele that was fast, this is so good, you guys are increibles,
I am so happy to live amomg people with such a good heart!

[Andy&Jen]

Michele and Rob Thank you, you two are the best

[popeye]

Peanut Pet Shelter Watches are headed south of the border!
Mule Located, Thanks to a family friend ofTony & Cheri's.