By Genevieve Frederick | Founder/President
At Feeding Pets of the Homeless, we believe in providing essential support to veterans experiencing homelessness, along with the loyal pets who stay by their side. This Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to those who served our country. Many veterans facing homelessness find solace in the companionship of a pet—a bond that offers them comfort, stability, and a reason to keep going. Since 2008, we have treated the pets of over 550 Veterans. Of those, 209 were in the HUD-VASH program and are now housed. Leaving 341 Veterans unhoused. Through your generous contributions, we can provide emergency veterinary care, food, and essential supplies for these cherished animals, keeping veterans and their pets together during their hardest times.
The Veteran Pet Support Program: A Lifeline for Heroes and Their Pets
Our Veteran Pet Support Program provides veterans with essential resources, including pet food, supplies, spay/neuter services, and vaccines. These services are often critical to helping veterans and their pets secure and maintain housing through HUD-VASH—a federal program focusing on providing housing to the most vulnerable veterans. Thanks to your donations, veterans across the country are gaining the resources needed to establish stability, knowing their pets are cared for too.
Success Story: Maxie’s Path to Stability
Meet Maxie—also affectionately known as “Saxie-Maxie”—a 2.5-year-old Shih Tzu whose owner is a disabled veteran participating in the HUD-VASH program. Maxie’s name comes from the movie Maxie, a charming 1980s film. Inspired by the character’s zest and resilience, Maxie’s owner saw her as a fitting companion, especially during tough times.
When Maxie’s vaccinations were due, her owner’s housing status with the VA was at risk. Thankfully, their HUD-VASH worker referred them to Feeding Pets of the Homeless. After intake and verification, Maxie was approved for a veterinary visit to update her vaccinations. Feeding Pets of the Homeless contributed $300 toward Maxie’s care, ensuring she could stay by her owner’s side and keep their housing intact.
Looking Ahead: Your Support Makes It Possible
Every story like Maxie’s serves as a powerful reminder of the impact your contributions have on the lives of veterans and their pets. Thanks to your ongoing support, we’re able to extend vital assistance to those who need it most. Through each donation, you make it possible for veterans to face their challenges knowing they won’t lose the companionship of their beloved pets.
As we look forward, we invite you to stand with us in ensuring that no veteran—or their loyal pet—is left behind. Thank you for making a difference in so many lives.
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