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Winter Challenges for Pets of the Unhoused: How You Can Help

February 18, 2026
Winter in Southern Oregon doesn’t always arrive with a dramatic announcement. Sometimes it’s a week of rain that never seems to stop. Sometimes it’s a sudden overnight freeze that turns sidewalks into ice and makes...
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Spay and Neuter: A Healthy Foundation for Pets and Our Community

January 21, 2026
A healthy foundation for pets begins long before a wagging tail or a soft purr. It starts with preventive care that supports a lifetime of well-being — and there’s no veterinary service more foundational to...
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Supporting Pets, Supporting Our Community

December 17, 2025
When people talk about animal welfare in Southern Oregon, the conversation often centers on shelters, rescue groups, and adoption events. But there is another deeply meaningful part of this work—supporting the pets of individuals and...
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How Spay and Neuter Services Reduce the Risks of Disease in Pets

August 6, 2025
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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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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Learn More: RVSD featured on the Jefferson Exchange Podcast

April 15, 2025
For individuals experiencing homelessness or living in deep poverty, a pet can be far more than a companion—it can be a lifeline. Dogs and cats provide unwavering love, security, emotional support, and even physical warmth...
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Food Security for Unhoused Pets

April 2, 2025
In the world of unhoused individuals, love, loyalty, and survival often converge in one deeply meaningful relationship: the one between a person and their pet. These bonds are powerful, rooted in mutual companionship and trust,...
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How Spay and Neuter Services Promote Community Health

March 19, 2025
In communities across the country, pet overpopulation remains a persistent challenge, contributing to overcrowded shelters, stray animal populations, and public health concerns. While many pet owners take proactive steps to spay or neuter their pets,...
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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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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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