Helping Animals

Meet Our Animals

Guayabo Animal Rescue began out of a love to help animals in need and the people who love them.

When resources in an area are non-existent…someone needs to step-up with a helping hand.

We decided to be that organization to provide hope to the beautiful people in this area, and the animals that deserve a chance to thrive.

Meet Our Dogs

Dogs come to us by either one of our partner veterinarians / rescues learn of abuse or neglect, a Good Samaritan calls us asking our team to investigate a situation, or we learn of an owner who can’t afford to care for their pet any longer. Animals that come to us have no other hope and this is why we now ask for your help! Please visit our adoption page to learn more and meet our dogs, keeping in mind a visit to see them ALL is best as not all are on the website due to this changes frequently. 

This super sweet special needs boy is in search of a loving family. He is approximately two years old and has a slight tilt to his head as he walks due to what we believe is a neurological disorder.
Rescued from a farm, Patch is safe and thriving. She’s growing into a beautiful, healthy pup and will make an amazing companion.
This little girl will steal your heart. She is approximately five months old and will be medium size. Maria is active and loves life.
This medium-sized boy is as smart as he is playful. Malu thrives on attention and will bring endless joy and energy to the right home.
A tiny, precious five-month-old boy who loves to be held. We think he’ll stay small.
Rescued from a farm, Snickers is safe and thriving. She’s growing into a beautiful, healthy pup and will make an amazing companion.
Meet sweet Vida. A precious hound mix we rescued due to her owner had to deal with a medical issue.
Mila loves attention, belly rubs, and to be close to her humans.
She is 7 months old and was found at a construction site, left alone and so very afraid. We didn’t know if Brownie was even going to make it, but she has pulled through.
This very shy little girl will need time, patience, and lots of love. With the right family, Jenny has so much love to give.
A five-month-old bundle of personality, one of Bambi’s puppies. Perfect for an active family.
This sweet boy is two years old and was brought in by Dr. Andrey after being found with a terrible leg injury.

Meet Our Horses

Horses come to us due to neglect, abuse, or they are left with no one able to provide a loving home, complete with all the proper nutrition and medical needs to thrive. Costa Rican horses most often are ‘work’ animals, providing gardening services, trail rides, carriage rides, or for sport. They come to our rescue and those who can provide guests with low key calm (walking) trail rides. As you can imagine caring for a horse is expensive so your support is greatly appreciated! Hope you can meet these beauties soon! 

Meet Our Goats & Cows

Goats and Cows come to us from a number of reasons. Either they are abandoned and has no one to care for it, or is facing severe neglect or abuse. Once they come to us they become  long-term residents, living their life safe, happy, and loved.