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Scooter is a 17-year-old black Chihuahua who has been by his owner’s side since he was a tiny puppy. They now live together in a local shelter, doing their best to get by.

When Scooter stopped eating and seemed to be in constant pain, his worried owner reached out to us. At the shelter, we discovered the cause — Scooter’s teeth were badly rotten and broken, and he could no longer chew his food without suffering.

We immediately took him to the vet. The only way to relieve his pain was dental surgery, but at 17 years old, anesthesia was a serious risk. With a heavy heart, his owner chose to move forward, wanting Scooter to have comfort rather than continued pain.

Thanks to a skilled veterinarian, the surgery went well. Scooter recovered, can eat soft food comfortably, and his tail wags again. His owner is deeply grateful to see his best friend feel joy and relief.

We are honored to have helped Scooter on his healing journey.

 Core vaccines are vital for every pet. They guard animals against deadly illnesses like rabies, distemper, parvovirus, and feline leukemia. For pets living on the streets, the danger is even greater — they face constant exposure to these diseases, and once infected, the pain and suffering can be overwhelming and often fatal.

Many unhoused pet owners simply don’t have the financial means to seek veterinary care, even though their love for their animals is unwavering. That’s where we come in. Love2Hope is dedicated to ensuring these cherished pets receive the protection they need and deserve.

In September 2025, we hosted our very first free pet vaccination clinic and successfully vaccinated more than 60 pets belonging to unhoused individuals. And our work doesn’t stop there — even after each clinic, we continue taking unhoused pets to the veterinarian every single week. The need is great, and the demand continues to grow.

Your support makes this lifesaving work possible. Together, we can prevent suffering and give every pet — housed or unhoused — the chance to live a healthier, safer, and happier life.