ICYMI: Smithtown Nonprofit Aims To Save 2 Dogs From Honduras

SMITHTOWN, NY — Many soldiers are being redeployed to new posts because of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, according to Guardians of Rescue, a Smithtown-based nonprofit. As a result, soldiers are being forced to abandon the pets they rescued overseas. Guardians of Rescue is racing to bring the animals to safety in the United States.

For two dogs in particular — Mattie and Riches, who were rescued by U.S. soldiers stationed in Honduras — that need is even more urgent after a third dog is already feared to have met a tragic fate, according to Guardians of Rescue.

"Mattie and Riches are in immediate danger if we do not get them out right away," said Robert Misseri, founder and president of Guardians of Rescue. "We are working to help many soldiers to save their pets, but we are overwhelmed with requests for assistance and we can't do it alone. We rely on the support of compassionate members of the community."

If you would like to donate to help Mattie and Riches, you may do so here.

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