April 2021 Newsletter, Issue 153
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While hope is on the horizon, there is still much uncertainty about how COVID and this year will unfold. Find comfort by focusing on the important things you can control right now – including ways to safely gather, stay connected and care for yourself. Every day we are closer to “normal.”
As we look towards “normal,” our continued work with the homeless is not over. We have an opportunity coming up for fundraising that we think you, our wonderful community, will enjoy participating in and sharing with your network.
This unique fundraising opportunity is a screening of a beautiful film, Stray.
Stray is a brilliant film through Magnolia Pictures. “Whether through the bustling streets or decrepit ruins, the gaze of three stray dogs provides a window into the overlooked corner of Turkish society.”
The city in which the film takes place has an unusual animal welfare policy that allows stray dogs to roam the streets. The director of the film, Elizabeth Lo, and I had a conversation about the filming and the dogs which are included with the screening.
The full film screening and exclusive Q&A with myself and Elizabeth is available to you now for pre-order, ahead of our April 7 screening kick-off.
With warm thoughts and wishes,
Genevieve Frederick
President and Founder
Feeding Pets of the Homeless®
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1,512,157
Pounds of Pet Food Collected
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222
Donation Sites Nationwide
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22,499
Pets Medically Treated
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$1,800,410
Given in Veterinary Care, Food, and Crates
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Success Stories
Your generous donations at work
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Yohan
Southern California
A homeless man's tent caught on fire and his 2-year-old Retriever mix, Yohan, wouldn't leave until his guardian woke up.
Yohan suffered burns on his face and rear. We approved an emergency examination and treatment.
Yohan photos courtesy of Taking it to the Streets with Lori and Shira.
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Hurley Mudd
Reno, Nevada
Feeding Pets of the Homeless got a call about a 3-year-old pit bull, Hurley Mudd, who had been stabbed three times in the hind leg by another homeless person.
We approved an emergency examination and surgery for Hurley.
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LIKE YOHAN & HURLEY MUDD!
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Join us on April 7 for a special screening kick-off of the documentary, Stray. Following the documentary, there will be a Q&A with the director, Elizabeth Lo, and our founder, Genevieve.
$5 of every $12 ticket sold goes back to Feeding Pets of the Homeless. After purchasing a ticket, you have 30 days to view the movie and 72 hours to finish after pressing play.
The movie can be streamed on your smartphone, tablet or computer. To watch on your AppleTV or Roku, the Eventive app is available for download on these devices.
Don't forget to share with your friends and family!
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Don't Forget Us in Your Will |
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We've been fortunate to have received a few legacy gifts from generous donors over the years, allowing us to increase the number of emergency veterinary services we've provided, while also starting a legacy fund to ensure our ability to help the pets of the homeless for years to come.
Leave a legacy with a gift to Feeding Pets of the Homeless in your will.
Including us in your will enables you to support our mission and make a difference in the lives of pets belonging to the homeless across the country.
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Attn: Secondary Donation Mailing Address Change |
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On April 1, 2021, our secondary donation receiving address will switch from Pueblo, CO to PO Box 905, Frederick, MD 21705-0905.
If you prefer, you can still donate online or mail your gifts to our headquarters in Carson City and we will reply with a thank you and tax receipt. If you have any questions, please contact us.
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Michael Crossley, CPA, ABV, DVA
Michael Crossley has served on the Feeding Pets of the Homeless board for 12 years.
"Feeding Pets of the Homeless is important to me because I am aware that a homeless person finds comfort and affection in having a pet. Helping maintain the health of such pets is vital for the emotional health of the homeless."
He added that he was most impacted by seeing the Feeding Pets of the Homeless signature photo. "It is the picture of a man holding his dog as if his life depended on it. I believe that it did."
He has not had a pet since his wonderful cat, Friendly (named by his granddaughter), passed away in 2013 of old age.
He added that three words he would use to describe Feeding Pets of the Homeless are "necessary, compassionate and effective."
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Last month, our founder, Genevieve Frederick, was interviewed live on KSCO Pet Radio to talk about all of the fantastic work Feeding Pets of the Homeless has done to help the homeless and their pets over the last year!
You can listen to her interview on KSCO's website.
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Attn Pet Owners: Essential Oils |
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Many essential oils pose a toxic risk to household pets, especially cats. When absorbed both orally and across the skin, they are then metabolized in the liver. Cats lack an essential enzyme in their liver that helps eliminate certain toxins like essential oils.
The most toxic oils include cinnamon, citrus, pennyroyal, peppermint, pine, sweet birch, tea tree, wintergreen, clove, eucalyptus and ylang-ylang.
If you believe your cat or dog has consumed an essential oil, please immediately call your veterinarian or Pet Poison Helpline (800-213-6680).
For more information on the effects of essential oils on dogs and cats, visit the Pet Poison Helpline’s website.
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