In June 2012, I contacted Actors & Others for Animals when my twelve year old dog Duste needed to have his teeth cleaned. I am a senior citizen on a fixed income, and I live alone with my dog who had bladder stones removed the month before. I was told that his urinary tract infection may have led to the stone formation, and that teeth in need of cleaning can be a source of this infection. Having no other resources, I reached out, and thanks to their willingness to help, I was able to have the teeth cleaning done. Duste's teeth look healthy now, and he is able to chew more easily. I thank Actors & Others for Animals for their dedication to the welfare of animals.

In May 2012, I contacted Red Rover when my twelve year old dog Duste was diagnosed with bladder stones. This was now a matter of urgency. I am a senior citizen on a fixed income, and I live alone with my dog. I was told that he would need to have surgery, or be put to sleep as he was not able to urinate on his own. Having no other resources, I felt quite panicked at this thought. Thanks to Red Rover and two other organizations, I was able to have the surgery done. Duste is doing fine now, and I realize that this could have had a completely different ending. I thank Red Rover with all my heart for their compassion and caring.