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This is not an open forum, but Pets of the Homeless welcomes all comments and points of view. We will post selected comments that are considerate and thought-provoking, and we may edit comments for brevity, grammar and/or inflammatory language.
Breakfast at Sally's
Posted 8/24/2010 at 1:56 PM by Genevieve Frederick
I just finished reading "Breakfast at Sally's" by Richard LeMieux. Be sure to have a box of tissues handy for this inspirational book. I highly recommend this memorable book.
For an insight to what it means to be homeless read it. This true and touching journey of a man with depression and his little dog Willow, refutes stereotypes about the homeless. Once you read it you will do doubt become more compassionate and empathetic towards homeless people.... If you have already read it, share your thoughts.
http://www.breakfastatsallys.com/index.html
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We are a voice for pets of the homeless
Posted 8/08/2010 at 2:07 PM by Genevieve Frederick
There have been comments about some homeless treating their animals with cruelty; dogs tied up tightly, twisting to be freed or being hit; skinny dogs/cats in poor health. As in the case of child abuse, such instances of animal abuse clearly call for action. Any such treatment, should...
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Tags: help pets of homeless
Pet homelessness rises with foreclosures
Posted 7/30/2010 at 4:26 PM by Genevieve Frederick
Many face homelessness due to foreclosures and no place to live with their pets. This article by Stephanie Golemba is an eye opener and may help those in the Chicago area.
"Homelessness...
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Tags: homelessness, Chicago
Charitable Giving
Posted 7/24/2010 at 3:17 PM by Genevieve Frederick
Reduce Estate Tax with Charitable Giving
In 2011, America’s wealthiest families will be looking for ways to reduce estate taxes. To make a legal declaration in a will about our wishes for a monetary gift from our property, to a qualified 501 9 (c)(3) charity, we can reduce...View Full Post and Leave Feedback
Tags: Estate Tax, Charitable, Giving
Help Needed
Posted 7/20/2010 at 9:33 AM by Genevieve Frederick
Due to the current economic situation like many nonprofits we are struggling everyday to cover veterinary care for pets of the homeless. Five grant applications have been received and wait funding. Please make a tax-deductable donation today so we can help make...
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Tags: donations, grants
Since 2008, 53.7 tons of pet food donated
Posted 7/09/2010 at 0:18 AM by Genevieve Frederick
107,406 pounds of pet food and over $8,556 in supplies which include leashes, collars, toys, pet bod, flea treatments, shampoo etc... We thank you all; the collection sites, the donors who took the time to gather and drop off the items...
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Feeding Pets of the Homeless Leads National Pet Food Drive
Posted 7/08/2010 at 9:53 AM by Genevieve Frederick
A Press Release regarding our National Pet Food Drive can be seen at http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/files/Pet_Food_Drive.pdf
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Tags: Feeding, Pets of the Homeless, National, Pet Food Drive
We are Still the Same
Posted 6/22/2010 at 8:25 AM by Genevieve Frederick
By Anna Mackiewicz of the National Coalition for the Homeless.
Edited by Genevieve Frederick of Pets of the HomelessAt the National Coalition for the Homeless, co-workers were discussing the laws against panhandling that have recently been passed in St. Petersburg, Florida and...
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Tags: homeless, panhandling, laws, National Coalition for the Homeless
Care2 Petition
Posted 6/09/2010 at 8:24 AM by Genevieve Frederick
Another way you can help spread the word about pets of the homeless. Please sign the petition at Care2 - http://www.thepetitionsite.com/6/help-homeless-pets-open-more-free-vet-clinics/373286124...
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Tags: care2, petition, pets, homeless
Who comes up with these euphemisms?
Posted 6/07/2010 at 8:45 AM by Genevieve Frederick
I am told that the words “poor, starving, and homeless” are inappropriate and offensive. The correct terms are “economically challenged, food insecurity, without shelter”.
Who comes up with these euphemisms? Straightforward and...
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Tags: poor, starving, homeless, shelter, euphemisms
Kickin It With Heels
Posted 5/20/2010 at 7:52 AM by Genevieve Frederick
A new website called Kickin It With Heels announced that they will be donating a portion of their profit on each sale to Pets of the Homeless. Please take a look at this "cool,...
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7,000 pounds of pet food for homeless in tent city
Posted 5/10/2010 at 2:10 PM by Genevieve Frederick
7,000 pounds of donated food helps pets of the homeless in and around Reno's tent city read the blog by Reno Gazette-Journal reporter Mark Robison (click on Mark's name)
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Grants provide over 7,000 pounds of pet food to the homeless in Reno, NV
Posted 4/27/2010 at 2:40 PM by Genevieve Frederick
Pets of the Homeless received a grant for $2,584 from the WHC Foundation, a local private foundation that makes small grants exclusively to animal organizations that are 501(c ) (3) entities. Their hope is to inspire other private foundations to follow suit.
WHC Foundation expressed delight...
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Tags: grant, PETCO Foundation, WHC Foundation, Reno
Call to Action - Come on L.A. Step Up
Posted 4/23/2010 at 3:14 PM by Genevieve Frederick
The Examiner.com posted a Call to Action to L.A.
A big thank you to Becky Starr...
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Rescue Mission Samaritan House
Posted 4/19/2010 at 9:27 AM by Genevieve Frederick
Today I came across an article that talks about homeless with pets being allowed into a shelter in Long Beach, CA. This issue is one that Pets of the Homeless embrases with our "Pets of the Homeless Crate Project". You can read more about it
Jim Lewis, Long Beach Rescue Mission...
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Animal Wise Radio Show
Posted 4/18/2010 at 0:30 AM by Genevieve Frederick
This morning I was a guest on Animal Wise radio. Thank you hosts, Beth and Mike for a great conversation on homeless with pets. The interview can be heard at animalwiseradio.com/
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Causes on Facebook
Posted 4/16/2010 at 2:46 AM by Genevieve Frederick
If you haven't checked out our Fan page on Facebook please take a moment to visit. There are almost 7,000 fans and the chatter is wonderful. And while you are there click on the Causes and you'll see that we have almost 4,000 members who have raised $750. The pages are run...
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Twisted South
Posted 4/05/2010 at 1:15 PM by Genevieve Frederick
I received a wonderful communciation from the editior, Zeke Loftin, of the new magazine \"Twisted South\"
\"Your cause is just and close to my heart. You ARE our chosen charity. We will provide support to other charities on occasion...
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Church holds event to help homeless
Posted 4/03/2010 at 1:00 AM by Genevieve Frederick
We spoke a few weeks ago about the event my church was doing for the homeless, including pet stuff. I wanted to share with you the website they put up to show what we did that weekend. We have since distributed much of the items and will still be distributing more over the next few weeks. Check out...
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Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind
Posted 4/02/2010 at 4:05 AM by Genevieve Frederick
Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind:
As a veterinarian, I am proud to have personally taken care of multiple guide dogs over the years. You do wonderful work with your outreach ministry. You may already be aware of this limited offer, but wanted to ask you extend this opportunity to as many...View Full Post and Leave Feedback
To Those With No Choice
Posted 3/31/2010 at 1:15 AM by Genevieve Frederick
Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Gives a voice
For care and kindness
To those with no choice.
How did this happen?
We don't know
Where do they come from?
Where do they go?
Homeless wanderings all alone
Some have pets they call their...View Full Post and Leave Feedback
A supporting blog
Posted 3/30/2010 at 1:33 AM by Genevieve Frederick
At the blog My Setter Sam there is a complying article about Pets of the Homeless. These hungry pets are begging for your help.
Thank...
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Pets of the Homeless supporter from New Zealand!
Posted 3/22/2010 at 1:49 AM by Genevieve Frederick
I received a wonderful letter from a supporter of Pets of the Homeless this week, and am posting it to our blog to share it. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
I am writing to you all the way from New Zealand as I have just come across your...
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A Pretty Good Day
Posted 3/04/2010 at 2:33 PM by Genevieve Frederick
Had a pretty good day for a Tuesday
On the street corner down by the mall.
Got two dollars here and three dollars there
And pretty soon thirteen in all.
And Dusty was cheerful as ever,
For reasons I can’t even say,
But when everything fails he’s still wagging...View Full Post and Leave Feedback
We have something new and exciting to share!
Posted 3/01/2010 at 12:00 AM by Genevieve Frederick
It's the new Feeding Pets of the Homeless toolbar. Once added to IE or Firefox, each time you shop at more than 1,300 stores (from Amazon to Zazzle) a percentage of your purchase...
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Choosing Pets Over Shelter
Posted 2/28/2010 at 8:15 AM by Genevieve Frederick
I wanted to share "Choosing Pets Over Shelter" - a blog article by Shannon Moriarty about homelessness and pets.
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Tags: shelter, pets, dog, Shannon Moriarty
A New Friendship
Posted 1/19/2010 at 5:22 PM by Genevieve Frederick
I have spent time in the community getting the word out that I will donate my services to groom pets of the homeless. A homeless woman named Maria...
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Tags: Donna Bulter-Gates, grant, homeless, dog
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