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“Sweeps”: Tears, Chaos & Trash
By J. Shockley, Writer for My Dog Eats First When we hear the word, “sweep,” thoughts of a broom might brush our thoughts. When a homeless person hears the word sweep… in most cases they are filled with dread, a greater feeling of insecurity, loss of hope, and fear....
Why The Homeless NEED Their Pets
It’s not uncommon for people passing a homeless person with a dog on the street to voice sympathy for the animal and the derision for the human. Often based on the assumption that a homeless individual is just using a pet for warmth or to guilt people into giving them...
A True Love Story
Update on Johnny and Buddy - By Beth Green, Founder I know that our online community has been wanting an update regarding our friend "Johnny" and his dog Buddy. I have really struggled with what to write because the news is not good, and although I try to separate...
Local Non-profit My Dog Eats First, Inc To Seek Facility To Expand It’s Services
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: My Dog Eats First, Inc., Betheny Green, Founder/Director 9640 Gleeson Lane Suite 2D Louisville, KY 40299 www.mydogeatsfirst.org info@mydogeatsfirst.com 502-876-8594 - Mobile 502-694-2746 - Office Local Non-profit My Dog Eats First, Inc To Seek...
This Homeless Man Almost Died Today Putting His Dog First
Wow.....what an emotional day. In case you're hearing about My Dog Eats First for the first time, our mission is to provide free pet food, supplies, veterinary care and spay/neuter services to the homeless and underserved with pets in our community. Our programs...
Cincinnati Shelter Helps Keep Homeless Together With Their Pets
Our families and businesses still recovering from the economic recession of 2008, assistance for the homeless and their pets can be hard to find due to lack of funding and an influx of need. Everyday I read stories on social media about pet owners needing assistance...
Seeking A Social Media & Marketing Volunteer/Intern
Social Media & Marketing Volunteer My Dog Eats First, Louisville KY My Dog Eats First is a not-for-profit organization (501 (c)(3) status pending). Our mission is to provide food, supplies, veterinary assistance and rescue assistance (if needed) to the pets of the...
Why Do The Homeless Have Pets When They Can’t Take Care Of Themselves?
By Betheny Green Many people wonder why the homeless have pets when they can't even take care of themselves. The answer isn't complicated: Pets provide a deep comfort. Pets are non-judgmental. They are loyal. The homeless get a type of normalcy by providing food and...
Statistics on Homelessness
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