As many as 25% of homeless people in the US are pet owners. For many homeless people, their pet is their only source of love and affection and not being able to give them the necessary medical care is very
SAMPLE VERIFICATION LETTER FROM CARE PROVIDER OR RELIABLE THIRD PARTY: [Date] Re: Reasonable Accommodation/Modification for [Tenant’s Name and Address] To Whom It May Concern: I am writing as a [care provider or reliable third party] in a position to
The relationship between someone and their pet is a deep and powerful bond that lasts a lifetime. Pets increase their owners’ quality of life, and can especially benefit those who are homeless or live on a low income. Pets show
Photo credits: Jonathan Cooper Introduction If you’re a pet lover, you know how much joy and companionship our furry friends can bring to our lives. But for homeless pet owners, the challenges of providing for their loyal friends can be
With the holiday season in full swing, you may find yourself looking at giving back to your community. While the homeless, and their pets, need support year-round, here is how you can take steps to help your community this holiday
By: DAWN DINGMAN, LVT, VTS-ECC, CVPP – MedVet Animals feel pain for many of the same reasons as people: dental issues, arthritis, infections, broken bones, cancer, post-surgical pain, strains/sprains, back problems, stomach upset, constipation, urinary tract infections, and as a result of other injuries and illness. Unfortunately, unlike us,
From time to time, people tell me, “lighten up, it’s just a dog,”or “that’s a lot of money for just a dog.”They don’t understand the distance traveled, the time spent,or the costs involved for “just a dog.”Some of my proudest
When experiencing homelessness, it can be difficult to break out of the poverty cycle and prepare your mindset for the long term, especially when you’re so used to just surviving day-to-day. When transitioning out of homelessness to permanent housing, here
By Richard Rowlands, pet and veterinary writer at RichardRowlands.com The companionship of an animal can be a great source of comfort for a homeless person but taking care of a pet also comes with its own set of challenges in
*If you are homeless and would like to contribute your thoughts, use our Contact Us page to share. By Sethuraman S People can become homeless for no fault of their own but simply because there’s no safety net for vulnerable
As many as 25% of homeless people in the US are pet owners. For many homeless people, their pet is their only source of love and affection and not being able to give them the necessary medical care is very
SAMPLE VERIFICATION LETTER FROM CARE PROVIDER OR RELIABLE THIRD PARTY: [Date] Re: Reasonable Accommodation/Modification for [Tenant’s Name and Address] To Whom It May Concern: I am writing as a [care provider or reliable third party] in a position to
The relationship between someone and their pet is a deep and powerful bond that lasts a lifetime. Pets increase their owners’ quality of life, and can especially benefit those who are homeless or live on a low income. Pets show
Photo credits: Jonathan Cooper Introduction If you’re a pet lover, you know how much joy and companionship our furry friends can bring to our lives. But for homeless pet owners, the challenges of providing for their loyal friends can be
With the holiday season in full swing, you may find yourself looking at giving back to your community. While the homeless, and their pets, need support year-round, here is how you can take steps to help your community this holiday
By: DAWN DINGMAN, LVT, VTS-ECC, CVPP – MedVet Animals feel pain for many of the same reasons as people: dental issues, arthritis, infections, broken bones, cancer, post-surgical pain, strains/sprains, back problems, stomach upset, constipation, urinary tract infections, and as a result of other injuries and illness. Unfortunately, unlike us,
From time to time, people tell me, “lighten up, it’s just a dog,”or “that’s a lot of money for just a dog.”They don’t understand the distance traveled, the time spent,or the costs involved for “just a dog.”Some of my proudest
When experiencing homelessness, it can be difficult to break out of the poverty cycle and prepare your mindset for the long term, especially when you’re so used to just surviving day-to-day. When transitioning out of homelessness to permanent housing, here
By Richard Rowlands, pet and veterinary writer at RichardRowlands.com The companionship of an animal can be a great source of comfort for a homeless person but taking care of a pet also comes with its own set of challenges in
*If you are homeless and would like to contribute your thoughts, use our Contact Us page to share. By Sethuraman S People can become homeless for no fault of their own but simply because there’s no safety net for vulnerable
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