My Nonprofit Reviews

To say Actors & Animals exceeded expectations is an understatement. My Toby probably wouldn't be here without their financial help. And me, the emotional support I felt because someone jumped in to help me on this journey lifted me through it.

In 2022 I adopted a 8 yo Chihuahua Mix cause he had great eyes and cute ears. I'm a large dog person and never in my life did I think I would have a 9lb 4oz Chihuahua for crying-out-loud. After a few months we were totally bonded -- he was my buddy and I was his food provider. Match made in heaven.

Unknown to me he had bad teeth. Swollen cheek, decay breath and pain. I searched all over the Coachella Valley for affordable (for me) vet services and all estimates came back in the $1900 to $2,000 range. I didn't want his surgery for free but I could only afford $700. I thought I was going to lose my friend.

Started searching for vets outside of Coachella Valley who advertised as affordable vet services and it was disappointing. Then my daughter who is a volunteer with SPCA in Marin County sent me a list of foundations. That's when I, on a Saturday evening, I started the search of foundations and non-profits who could help. Actors & Other Animals had a questionnaire on their website and responded on Monday or within two days!

Not only did they say they would pay the balance of a potential $2,000 vet bill, they gave me the name of a vet in Indio and I was able to get Toby in within the week. This guy is a true "country" vet, not a flashy office but his clientele was out the door. Dr. Brown, he started as a horse vet cause this area is big polo and dressage country.

Anyway, got the antibiotics Toby needed until he could be scheduled for surgery. It's been about a year now and Toby's still barking and protecting home and me. The dog park is fun, especially when he runs along with his Dachshund friend.

Toby wouldn't be here without Actors & Others for Animals. And the woman I talked with (Bev) I think was really good and knew what was needed and what I needed. Yes, his surgery and after care did cost more than the $700 I could afford. I will never forget Actors & Others. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.