Adoptive Home Needed for Dog Luna Due to Owners' Emigration: "We Promise to Send Food and Supplies"

This past weekend, Animal Welfare Cuba – Havana (BAC-Habana) issued an urgent call to find a foster home for Luna, a one-and-a-half-year-old mixed-breed dog who will soon be left behind as her current owners prepare to leave the country. Raised from a puppy in a loving household, Luna is accustomed to sleeping in her bed, wrapped in a blanket, and needs head pats to fall asleep, according to a post by the animal protection organization on their Facebook page.

Luna is described as a gentle, social, playful, and affectionate dog. She is used to indoor living, has never been a stray, nor has she suffered abuse. She is sensitive to changes and abandonment, which is why her current guardians have made a touching promise: "We promise to send her food and supplies, even from afar," they assured in a message sent to BAC-Habana, demonstrating their lasting bond with Luna and concern for her future well-being.

The organization also noted that Luna is vaccinated with pentavalent and needs to be dewormed again. She is ideal for living in enclosed spaces, provided she has constant companionship and affection. Due to her emotional sensitivity, she should not be left alone for extended periods.

The Commitment of Pet Adoption in Cuba

BAC-Habana reminds potential adopters that adoption is a legal commitment under Decree-Law No. 31 of Animal Welfare, which requires the adoptive guardian to ensure proper nutrition, medical care, responsible attention, and decent living conditions for the pet. They will carefully evaluate candidates wishing to adopt Luna, prioritizing homes that understand her affectionate nature and can offer her stability.

"Let’s give Luna the chance to keep sleeping wrapped snugly, this time knowing she won't be left behind again," concludes the message from BAC-Habana. Interested parties can contact the organization directly to begin the evaluation and adoption process.

Migratory Challenges and Canine Stories in Cuba

Luna's situation is not unique in Cuba, where human migration leaves behind a trail of canine footprints with outcomes ranging from heartwarming to heartbreaking. In Havana, a family launched a desperate campaign to find Consuelo, their lost dog, offering a reward as an emblem of their unwavering bond despite the distance.

In other unfortunate cases, abandonment has been unavoidable. In Mayabeque, neighbors sought help for a dog left behind by an emigrating family. The animal, confused and hungry, was exposed to street dangers without understanding the sudden change in its environment.

Some dogs display touching loyalty. For instance, a dog in Camagüey waited for weeks outside the former home of its emigrated owners, clinging to the hope of an impossible reunion. Yet, there are also happy endings. A Cuban woman publicly celebrated her success in bringing her pet to Mexico, expressing gratitude to those who assisted her along the way. Her story illustrates that with determination and support, it's possible to prevent abandonment and sustain the human-animal bond across borders.