Friday, July 17, 2015

The Plight of the Potcakes

   Have you ever heard of a Potcake? They are a mixed breed of dog that is native to the Turks and Caicos Islands and the Bahamas. The name Potcake comes from a congealed rice and pea mixture that the locals feed their dogs. Most potcake dogs have smooth coats, cocked ears, and long faces. They are really cute, but they need help. 



   I recently learned about the Abaco Shelter in Abaco, Bahamas from Dr. Harvey’s President/CEO, Wendy Shankin-Cohen.  She shared with me how the women who volunteer at the shelter do so without things that we take for granted such as running water and electricity. Still, without this shelter many of the Potcakes would die of starvation and disease. It is located at the site of the old Abaco dump and serves as the island’s only shelter. They do their best to rescue, care for, house, and find homes for these pups. It is not easy, but they continue day and night trying to provide for them.



   If you are a regular reader of ours, then you know that we are huge fans of Dr. Harvey’s. The family company is best known for their natural and organic products for animals. They are also very involved in supporting animal rescue and animal welfare.
   The Dr. Harvey’s team is traveling to Abaco in an effort to bring help and attention to the plight of this lone facility of hope. Carrying much-needed supplies, they will visit the shelter later this month. While they are there, they will be filming a documentary to help the cause. Wendy will be traveling with Evelyn Vaccaro who will be filming the documentary. She has been helping the Potcakes for over 20 years.  Hopefully, these efforts will help bring attention to the Abaco Shelter and the plight of the Potcakes.


"I said, "Somebody should do something about that." Then I realized I am somebody." 
— Lily Tomlin

   You can view a message from Wendy Shankin-Cohen and take advantage of a special offer from Dr. Harvey’s.

Help The Potcakes & Save 15%
Dr. Harvey’s is on a mission to help save the Potcakes in Abaco, Bahamas.
 For the next 30 days when you donate a minimum of $5 to their GoFundMe campaign, you will receive 15% off + FREE shipping on your entire order when you order online from drharveys.com.
Simply email your donation confirmation to info@drharveys.com and they will email you back a special coupon code to use on our website! Thank you in advance for your help and support!
*I am sharing this information with my readers because I believe it is an important cause. I was not asked nor compensated for posting about the Potcakes. Dr. Harvey’s is not responsible for the contents of this article.




22 comments :

  1. Aw gosh they are so cute, I want to take one home!

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  2. I will tell that my staff immediately, efurry $$ helps a little to help this cute pups...
    easy rider

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  3. We have a shelter here in South Florida that rescues a lot of Potcakes. They are such super cute doggies! I LOVE how Dr. Harvey's is helping. They are such good souls over there.
    Oz

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  4. What a good initiative. We will support.

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  5. Oh wow, I've been to both Turks and the Bahamas but have never heard of the Potcake dogs. What a great initiative! Thanks for letting us know about this. Sharing.
    Love & Biscuits,
    Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them

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  6. Wow, that's amazing! I hadn't heard about these poor dogs and shelter. I will absolutely donate. Thanks for letting us know about this shelter in need and thanks to Dr. Harvey's for helping them!

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  7. This is all new to us. Never heard of any of this before. Thanks for sharing.

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  8. Never even heard of that breed before, thanks for sharing! Rescue Dogs Rock!

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  9. I have never ever heard of a Potcake before!! Well, thanks for allowing us to learn something new!

    sumskersandearlskers13.blogspot.com

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  10. We never heard of them either. Mom thought it said potato pancakes!

    Your Pals,

    Murphy & Stanley

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  11. We are glad somebody helps them :)

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  12. Wow, never heard of that before! haha!
    ღ husky hugz ღ frum our pack at Love is being owned by a husky!

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  13. We thought you were making pot cakes
    Lily & Edward

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  14. That's so awesome how Dr. Harvey is helping!!!

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  15. That's wonderful - I'll make sure the Barkley Book fund makes a good donation. Thank you for spreading the word!

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  16. Thank you so much for sharing this information about Abaco Shelter and saving the Potcakes! It is so important that we spread the word and you are really helping!

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  17. We've never heard about the Potcakes. Thanks for telling us about them. And paws up to Dr. Harvey for everything they are doing for the dogs.

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  18. I love the name! I've never heard of potcakes either. Thanks for sharing info about them. I do love that quote from Lily Tomlin. We are all somebody and there's always something we can do, even if it's just to share the info. Happy Pet Parading! ~RascalandRocco

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  19. I never heard of them too what a great cause. Good luck to them.

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  20. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Paws crossed all who read your fine blog will help this lovely creatures out.

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  21. That's amazing that they are traveling over there to help people better understand the plight!

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  22. My dog Boca is a Potcake from the Humane Society of Grand Bahama who rescued her off the street where she was living with her puppies. Great cause - I donated - thank you for sharing!

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