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markie

(23,715 posts) Tue Oct 28, 2025, 07:24 AM Tuesday

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Pet question....

are there any groups/organizations that offer help (primarily financial) for pet owners that have limited means? I have a friend, older man, newly unhoused, who would benefit greatly by having a companion. He has the means to feed a dog and lots of love to give,...... he does not have the means for vet bills that may come up though, and this friend would want the best for a dog companion. I have offered to help find a puppy/dog and he will not until he knows he can give the best care. Any ideas?

....his previous dog died last year, and I know he would love a new friend

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Pet question.... (Original Post) markie Tuesday OP

Yes, there are, but most are local. sinkingfeeling Tuesday #1

There are. Where is he? littlemissmartypants Tuesday #2

Is it wise to get a new pet if you are unhoused? biophile Tuesday #3

sinkingfeeling

(56,686 posts)

1. Yes, there are, but most are local.

Reply to markie (Original post)

Tue Oct 28, 2025, 07:59 AM

Tuesday

littlemissmartypants

(30,698 posts)

2. There are. Where is he?

Reply to markie (Original post)

Tue Oct 28, 2025, 08:26 AM

Tuesday

biophile

(982 posts)

3. Is it wise to get a new pet if you are unhoused?

Reply to markie (Original post)

Tue Oct 28, 2025, 08:31 AM

Tuesday

The companionship is welcome but living on the street is not a good life for pets, let alone people.

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