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The Silent Crisis: Veterinary Care for Pets in Poverty

Across the United States, more than 20 million pets live in poverty—a number three times greater than the pets that enter animal shelters each year. Within that staggering statistic is another reality that demands attention:...
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Pets Provide Hope: Why Keeping Pets with Their Owners Matters

Hope is one of the most powerful forces in life. Hope can be the difference between despair and resilience for people struggling—whether through poverty, housing instability, or life’s unexpected hardships. And often, that hope comes...
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Helping Pets in Poverty with Spay and Neuter Services

Right now, economic uncertainty is affecting more households than ever. Job instability, rising living costs, and limited access to healthcare impact not just people but their beloved animals. That is why donating during economic uncertainty...
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How Spay and Neuter Services Reduce the Risks of Disease in Pets

Spaying and neutering are often discussed in terms of population control, but did you know that these procedures also play a vital role in disease prevention for both dogs and cats? The benefits extend far...
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How Pets Improve Mental Health and Inspire Hope

One thing remains true across all walks of life: pets improve mental health and bring a sense of purpose, comfort, and connection. For people living in poverty or experiencing homelessness, pets are not just companions....
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Flea and Tick Prevention Is More Than Just Pet Care—It’s Community Care

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

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

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

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

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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