How Feeding Pets of the Homeless Helps Pets & Their People Stay Together
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In this segment of 2 Plus You Nevada, host Sarah Johns welcomes Kristen Furleigh, MBA, Marketing Director for Feeding Pets of the Homeless, to discuss how the national nonprofit is helping unhoused individuals and low-income pet owners keep their beloved animals healthy, safe, and by their side.
Headquartered in Carson City, the organization provides emergency veterinary care, wellness clinics, pet food assistance, microchipping, and support services for pets and their people across the country.
🚨 Segment Highlights:
🐾 Helping Pets & Their People Stay Together
• National nonprofit supporting unhoused and low-income pet owners
• Programs focused on keeping pets healthy and with their families
• Emergency veterinary care, wellness clinics, and pet food assistance
🏥 Pet Wellness Clinic Coming to Reno
• Wellness clinic happening Saturday, May 16th
• Located at Saint Vincent’s Dining Room parking lot in Reno
• Offering wellness exams, vaccinations, pet food, and supplies
🐶 Emergency Veterinary Care Across the Country
• Over 1,700 pets helped through emergency veterinary care last year
• More than 2,000 veterinarians in the organization’s network
• Connecting pet owners with veterinary hospitals nationwide
💙 Supporting Vulnerable Pets & Owners
• Helping pets receive care during difficult financial situations
• Providing resources that strengthen the bond between pets and owners
• Expanding services throughout Northern Nevada and beyond
📍 Microchipping & Spay/Neuter Assistance Available
• Nevada Humane Society providing microchipping services
• Limited spay and neuter vouchers available
• Community partnerships helping pets receive additional support
🤝 How You Can Volunteer & Help
• Volunteer opportunities available locally and nationwide
• Pet food donation programs support shelters and food banks
• Community members can assist through outreach and research projects
🌐 Learn More About Feeding Pets of the Homeless
• Visit petsofthehomeless.org for volunteer opportunities and donations
• Learn more about wellness clinics and emergency pet support programs
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