FREE Rescue Alert Sticker for your Home
October 18, 2018
FREE and almost free rescue alert stickers! You download them, print them, add your info and put in a window or on your front door. Or order them online for a small fee.
Baseline of 2017 Veterinary Costs for Services
December 10, 2017
It’s sometimes the fear of the unknown that keeps us from doing some things. Taking our pets to the vet is no exception. It can be expensive, I know.
Financial Help for Vet Bills & Pet Food Resources
October 10, 2012
list of organizations offer resources and assistance to dog and cat owners looking for help with vet bills or pet food.
Pet Food Pantries and Assistance Programs
August 14, 2010
Pet Food Pantries and Assistance Programs in the US
Paying it forward in Syracuse
May 11, 2010
It is estimated by rescue groups that 10 million pets will be abandoned this year in the US.
Helping the Animals of Haiti
January 22, 2010
Just a quick post to give you some links to websites for updates on animal rescue efforts in Haiti following the recent earthquakes. If you know others I have missed, please let me know so we can add them.
Faces of the Homeless
January 5, 2010
Looking through some messages on Facebook this morning, I found a post that includes three photos: homeless women and their dogs — photographer(s) unknown. I was immediately drawn to the photos. In the hard times, the scenario could easily be any one of us. It could easily be me and my “kids,” knock on wood.
Iowa: Pet Food Banks, Pet Food Pantries, Pet Care
December 29, 2009
Iowa: Pet Food Banks, Pet Food Pantries, Pet Care
Pet Food Pantries and Spay/Neuter Assistance for the US
December 10, 2009
Pet Food Pantries and Spay/Neuter Assistance for the US
HAPPY for Pets
December 2, 2009
Rep. Thaddeus McCotter (R-Mich.) has introduced H.R. 3501 — the Humanity and Pets Partnered Through the Years (HAPPY) Act — which would amend the federal tax code to allow a person to deduct up to $3,500 per year for pet care, including veterinary expenses.
Guardian Angels for Soldier’s Pets
November 30, 2009
Guardian Angels for Soldier’s Pet, an ALL volunteer 501c3 nonprofit public charity formed in January 2005 after learning that military service members across the country had pets that needed a caring, loving, and safe home to care for them during the pet owner’s deployment to fight the global war on terrorism (combat or peace keeping missions), but had been unable to find someone to care for them.
Grey Muzzle Helps Keep Old Dogs with Their Owners; Beloved Author Lends Support
August 3, 2009
The Grey Muzzle Organization has partnered with author Harold Creel to help address a casualty of the economic downturn: old dogs that are being separated from their owners who can no longer afford their food and medical care. Through the sale of Creel’s book, Do Old Dogs Dream?, Grey Muzzle is looking to make additional grants for community programs that provide food and medical assistance to help keep old dogs with their owners and out of animal shelters.
Every Rescued Dog has a Tale to Tell
July 25, 2009
EVERY RESCUED DOG HAS A TALE is the story of homeless dogs fated to die on death row in animal shelters around the country that were saved by being transported by volunteers to other states. Each chapter is the story of one dog from his hapless beginning to his happy ending, complete with photos. Some stories are heart wrenching while others are full of humor. They all teach a lesson of how one person can make a difference in the lives of homeless animals. All it takes is a weekend drive and some free time.
New Pet Food Bank in Wilmington, Delaware
July 17, 2009
I always get excited when I read about another community pet food bank opening. This time it’s in Wilmington, Delaware.
Stepping Up for Abandoned Pets
July 16, 2009
Lost Our Home Pet Foundation provides foster homes and adoption services for abandoned pets and donates pet food to those who can’t afford to buy their own. In some cases, Lost Our Home pays for pets’ medical needs.
Manassas, VA Opens New Pet Food Pantry
June 20, 2009
Families in our community who fall on hard times should not be concerned that they need to give up a beloved pet because they cannot afford food. The pantry keeps families together and numbers down at the local shelters.
State College, PA Pet Food Pantry Open for Business
June 17, 2009
In less than a year Bierly and Caitlin Rivers have the Pet Pantry of Centre County up and running. In three weeks the two have distributed more than 700 pounds of donated dog and cat food. They believe the family pet cannot be forgotten in an economic downturn.
Daffy’s Soup Kitchen Still Needs Your Help
June 15, 2009
Daffy’s Soup Kitchen has recently learned that, due to the current economic crunch, their warehouse sponsor can no longer afford to help cover their lease expense and they will be faced with the possibility of closing the warehouse by September 1st if other sponsors don’t step forward to assist.
So What Do We Do If Our Shelters Close Down?
June 13, 2009
Can’t afford the cat anymore? Neither can the shelter. More animals. Smaller donations. Wrenching stories of homes and jobs gone. The economy’s toll mounts for those who care for abandoned felines.
Long Island Cares Food Bank to Distribute Pet Food
June 10, 2009
Aiming to stop hunger among pets as well as people, the Long Island Cares food bank Wednesday will begin distributing pet food to those in need. The Hauppauge-based food bank, which supplies hundreds of Long Island food pantries, has teamed up with the Animal Relief Fund in Manhattan to provide dog and cat food to needy families with pets.
Humane Society of Indianapolis starts Pet Food Pantry
June 10, 2009
The Humane Society of Indianapolis has decided to try to stop these animals from ever having to leave their homes. They have started a new pet pantry to aid people that are having financial difficulties.
Pet Hurricane Evacuation Kit
June 9, 2009
Once again, it is hurricane season. And as we learned from Hurricane Katrina, we need to plan ahead for our pets. If anything, Katrina opened the door for pets as more consideration is being given to their safe evacuation on buses and in motels, etc. Many people evacuating from the path of a hurricane will be packing their pets into their own vehicles as they head for safer ground.
An Animal Shelter with No Cages
June 8, 2009
There are no cages at this animal shelter. Dogs and cats are housed in comfortable quarters that resemble bedrooms and living rooms while waiting to be adopted. Avanzino explains that’s because Americans think of pets as family members.
Daffy’s Soup Kitchen in Danger of Losing Warehouse
June 4, 2009
Daffy’s Soup Kitchen in Danger of Losing Warehouse. Daffy’s has recently learned that, due to the current economic crunch, our warehouse sponsor can no longer afford to help cover our lease expense and we will be faced with the possibility of closing the warehouse by September 1st if other sponsors don’t step forward to assist us.
Wishbone Pet Food Pantry – Saugatuck, MI
May 29, 2009
Due to the rising costs of fuel, food and housing — and the rising tide of foreclosures – there has been a surge in requests for pet food from traditional food pantries. When faced with feeding their families or their pets, families are surrendering their pets to the county shelter, or releasing them out right in public spaces.
Veterinary Assistance for Seniors with Pets
May 27, 2009
Veterinary expenses can put a huge strain on a family’s finances. We have provided some links to other assistance organizations which may be able to help you, if you are having trouble affording needed care.
Financial Assistance for Cats
May 26, 2009
Ideas on how to make providing care more affordable, including resources for obtaining food and for helping you cover emergency veterinary costs.
Canine Underground Railroad – Rescue Transport Sites
May 24, 2009
Throughout the country, there are canine underground railroads at work transporting dogs (and cats) from one side of the country to another, often from shelters/rescue homes to forever homes.
Keeping Your Pet in a Recession
May 14, 2009
Animal lovers can find ways to cut costs and minimize the burden so they don’t have to say a permanent farewell to pets, say veterinarians and rescue organizations.
Pet Soup Kitchen to be Franchised Across U.S.
April 28, 2009
Pet food pantries are now popping up across the country as part of a movement to keep pets with their families, and out of overloaded animal shelters.
New Pet Pantry in Kansas City, MO
April 27, 2009
The Northland Animal Welfare Society (NAWS), Excelsior Springs Friends of Animals and KattyShack, a cat rescue organization in Smithville, have joined forces to start the Northland Pet Food Pantry to help families in financial trouble until they get back on their feet. Kansas City, MO.
Troubled Times for People and Pets
April 22, 2009
Instead of abandoning a pet in a foreclosed home or rushing to a decision to surrender a pet for financial reasons, people should realize that they have other options.
Another Pet Food Bank
April 21, 2009
There are pet food pantries/soup kitchens across the country that are willing to lend a helping hand in these difficult times.
Help with Vet Bills
April 3, 2009
Here are additional resources for you if you need them. If you don’t need them, please donate to them. With the economy the way it is many organizations are hardly receiving any funding.
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