The Puppy Passports project leverages the innovative technology of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), utilizing [NEAR protocol](near.org) as the layer 1 blockchain technology and [Mintbase](mintbase.xyz) for NFT management, to foster animal welfare in [Antigua and Barbuda](https://www.britannica.com/place/Antigua-and-Barbuda). This initiative aims to create digital "passports" for dogs (and eventually other animals/locations), offering a novel approach to supporting animal care and shelter needs.