<div>Hi, we’re starting Straying North with one simple belief:

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<div>where a dog is born should not determine whether they survive.

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<div>In Cuenca, Ecuador, thousands of dogs live on the streets. Many are friendly, resilient, and deeply loving — but without consistent food, medical care, or protection, their chances are slim. We want to change that.

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<div>Our mission is to identify high-need street dogs in Cuenca, partner with a local veterinarian to get them healthy, vaccinated, and spayed/neutered, and then bring them to loving homes here in the United States. As the organization grows, we hope to expand beyond Cuenca — but we’re starting where we have experience, relationships, and trust.

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<div>Why this matters to us — Luki &amp; Sid

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<div>This isn’t theoretical for us.

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<div>Luki and Sid were both street dogs in Cuenca.

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<div>They came from uncertain beginnings — surviving day-to-day without reliable food, safety, or medical care. Through local veterinary support, careful planning, and a lot of logistics, we brought them to the United States.

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<div>The process was long and expensive — and completely worth it.

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<div>Today, Luki and Sid are healthy, safe, and deeply loved members of our family. They are living proof that street dogs aren’t “unadoptable” or broken — they simply need opportunity. Straying North exists because of them.

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<div>Why we’re starting this fundraiser

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<div>We don’t yet have nonprofit status, so we’re beginning with a GoFundMe to cover the very real, unavoidable costs of international rescue. We’ve been through this process personally, and we know exactly what it takes — financially and emotionally — to do it responsibly.

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<div>What your donation helps cover

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<div>Rescuing a dog internationally involves much more than a plane ticket. Funds raised will go toward:

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<div>	•	Veterinary care in Ecuador (exams, vaccines, parasite treatment)

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<div>	•	Spay/neuter procedures

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<div>	•	Required bloodwork and health certificates

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<div>	•	Crates and airline-approved travel supplies

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<div>	•	International transport fees

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<div>	•	U.S. entry requirements and documentation

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<div>	•	Emergency medical needs when necessary

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<div>      •    Administrative costs

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<div>Every dog is carefully prepared for travel to ensure they are healthy and safe — for them and for their future families.

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<div>How the process works

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<div>	1.	Identify a high-need street dog or vulnerable stray

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<div>	2.	Work with a trusted local vet to stabilize and prepare them

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<div>	3.	Secure an adoptive home in the U.S.

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<div>	4.	Personally travel to Ecuador and bring the dog home

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<div>We believe in responsible rescue, not shortcuts.

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<div>Why it matters

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<div>Street dogs don’t need to be “saved” because they’re broken — they need opportunity. With medical care, safety, and a home, these dogs thrive. We’ve seen it. We live with it every day.

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<div>If you’re able to donate, share, or cheer us on, you’re helping a dog cross borders — and into a life they never would’ve had otherwise.

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<div>Thank you for believing in Straying North!

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