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March 29, 2026
"Perri guides": the project transforming tourism and the lives of dogs in Choroní
In Choroní, it's not maps or traditional tour guides that lead visitors through its beaches and mountains: it's the dogs.
TL;DR
- The "perri guías" project in Choroní, Venezuela, uses stray dogs as tour guides for tourists.
- Initiated by Marielis Pinto, the project aims to improve the lives of abandoned animals.
- Tourism revenue generated by the "perri guías" initiative funds the dogs' food, veterinary care, vaccinations, and sterilization.
- The project promotes responsible adoption and aims to reduce the stray dog population in the community.
- Participating dogs are identifiable with yellow bands and receive consistent care, improving their quality of life.
- The project has gained popularity through social media and has made the dogs more visible and respected in the community.
- Marielis Pinto also runs Huellitas Choroní, a non-profit organization focused on animal welfare and adoption.
- Pinto plans to expand the "perri guías" project and Huellitas Choroní to other nearby towns.