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Flea and Tick Prevention Is More Than Just Pet Care—It’s Community Care

July 2, 2025
In Southern Oregon, where warm days and damp seasons are the norm, flea and tick prevention isn't just a seasonal chore—it's a year-round necessity. For pet owners living in poverty, the cost of monthly treatments...
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Rogue Valley Street Dogs Needs Your Financial Support

May 21, 2025
At a time when economic uncertainty and rising living costs are stretching households thin across the country, the need for our community-based support services has never been greater. Our services—ranging from spaying and neutering to...
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Lifetime Health Benefits of Spaying or Neutering a Pet

March 5, 2025
Spaying or neutering a pet is one of the most responsible and beneficial choices a pet owner can make. This routine surgical procedure, which involves removing the reproductive organs of an animal, not only helps...
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Why We Focus on Spaying and Neutering Pets in Poverty

February 19, 2025
At Rogue Valley Street Dogs, we believe every pet deserves a chance at a healthy and happy life, no matter its circumstances. For unhoused individuals and those living in poverty, their pets are not just...
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Benefits of Keeping Unhoused Pets with Their Owners

February 5, 2025
For many unhoused individuals, the bond they share with their pets is a lifeline in an otherwise uncertain and isolating world. These beloved animals offer not just companionship but an enduring sense of purpose, stability,...
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The Benefits of Spaying or Neutering Pets

January 15, 2025
Spaying or neutering pets is a critical step in ensuring the health and well-being of animals, and for those already facing financial strain, this decision can make a lasting positive impact. Rogue Valley Street Dogs,...
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Helping Unhoused Youth Stay with their Pets

January 1, 2025
Did you know that an estimated 25% of the unhoused have pets? Pets provide a committed level of companionship that many of their owners don't receive elsewhere. While these dogs and cats provide support these...
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Limiting the Overpopulation of Cats and Dogs

December 18, 2024
For decades, the overpopulation of cats and dogs posed a significant challenge for animal shelters, leading to overcrowded facilities, abandoned pets, and the heartbreaking reality of euthanasia. The movement to promote spaying and neutering emerged...
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How Pet Companions Improve the Mental Wellness of Owners

December 4, 2024
Regardless of where we live, our world is filled with uncertainty. Amidst the chaos, one of the most reliable sources of comfort and joy is the companionship of a pet. Whether it's a wagging tail...
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Keeping People Together With Their Pets For Lifetime Success

November 20, 2024
At Rogue Valley Street Dogs, we believe every pet deserves access to the care they need, regardless of their owner's circumstances. For individuals living on the streets or facing poverty, pet companionship is often a...
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