THE FOUNDERS
Emily (Project Director)
An American by birth, she arrived in Peru on vacation in 2007.
A short time she later founded Huaman Wasi, a refuge dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing wild animals, victims of illegal trafficking in Urubamba, Cusco.
In 2023, Emily decided to open Colitas Con Canas, in collaboration with Nikki and Corinne.
Nikki (Volunteer Coordinator) and Corinne (Tech Coordinator)
Back in 2018, while traveling through Peru and staying in Urubamba, we met Fabrizio, a compassionate veterinarian who helped us rescue a street dog and bring her back to Canada. We felt a kindred bond with him and together we co-founded Allqo Llaqta Rescue Centre, which operated for five years.
Fabrizio has since relocated to the United States, and Allqo Llaqta has closed. Now, alongside Emily, we are dedicated to making Colitas Con Canas a thriving rescue center for street dogs in the Sacred Valley.