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Originally Posted by FlyingNimbus  I kind of always wondered, how would a person or a family of low income or disability be able to properly financially care for a dog? Are there some sort of resources for people like that?
I know people will say if you can't afford it, don't own it. But those who just happen to be low income but not like - out on the streets low income and just need a little help on it?
I ask because I had a friend who was like that; she came into possession of a stray mutt and she was able to keep them by sacrificing going out, and other non-necessary but fun things... Like if she went to the movies often, liked to dine out, liked to do other things which she could sort of afford but stopped because of that.
But my question is, for people like that, or slightly less fortunate are they able to own a dog? I mean without it being bad for the dog...
I don't think a less fortunate should be barred from having the joys of having a dog but at the same time, a dogs health is more important.
I also knew people like that when I worked in retail.
Im kind of curious if there's even a way of making it work? Without sacrificing the persons health/needs, or the dogs health/needs.
My grandmother before she passed away was unfortunate enough to have to live in a retirement home that wasn't that great(she lived far from us and wouldnt leave the area-- didnt want to) but she was rather alone, and I feel she would had benefit from having a senior dog/cat to keep her company and keep her mind busy... She was pretty old (90) but she was still rather fit and was able to move around a lot without much problem(just slower).
Obviously for seniors the dogs nails would have to be kept trimmed and rounded off. |
There are many programs that help low income and seniors care for their pets. Here is an example of one of them:
C.A.R.E4Paws | Home
I would recommend making a donation to programs such as these to help them serve more people.