We rescue dogs of all shapes and sizes, but satos are usually small dogs under 30lbs. The majority have terrier in them so they tend to be incredibly smart and quick to learn. Many have the instantly recognizable ‘sato’ ears; large ears that stick up and if these amazing little dogs ever get their own Disney movie then we are sure they would be able to fly.
Living on the streets or beaches is very difficult for a stray dog and the majority do not make it past their second birthday. To ensure the survival of species, nature evolves in response to changes, and these tough conditions are causing females to give birth to larger litters of puppies.
We use the term sato for the name of our project, as it is instantly recognizable in Puerto Rico. A major part of our mission is to permanently change the public perception of these incredible dogs. We believe they should become the official dog of Puerto Rico and treasured by everyone. We continue to fight for them every day.
