In Kamloops, British Columbia, the intense cold has been both a danger to both humans falling on hard times as well as their four-legged companions. On Sunday, a homeless man heading over to the Kamloops New Life Mission was spotted carrying his dog over his shoulders to prevent the dog’s paw pads from getting too cold. The dog was also wrapped in a blanket to help maintain his body heat.
Never doubt there aren’t angels among us. On the Facebook page for Angel’s Animal Rescue – Merritt BC, words of gratitude went out to Mae and Chris Coventon for donating an insulated winter coat and booties to the dog named Rowdy. When the rescue organization caught up with the dog owner at the mission, the dog was given his new winter gear to help keep him warm and safe. An emergency appeal was also made asking for donations of warm clothes including jackets, gloves, hats and socks for humans.
On the organization’s Facebook page, advocates praised the dog’s owner with placing the needs of his beloved pet first:
Perkinz HighNoon Saw them last week. Didn’t know they were in need. I wish I coulda helped them with something. Well-mannered dog. I could tell he is well-loved.
Sandy Hulme Kudos to the donors of the coat & boots…to the kind pet owner I praise you for putting your companion first!!!
How we love our dogs – doesn’t matter if you’re rich or poor or in this case even if you’re homeless. There are no better friends than our dogs.
(Photos of homeless man carrying his dog courtesy of Angel’s Animal Rescue.)
New Life Community is also asking for food donations to save money for heat and electricity during the cold snap. Coffee, frozen foods or donations are welcome. It’s so difficult for those down on their luck to survive the frigid weather. To help, please click here.
There are people out there who think the homeless don’t love their dogs at all. They’re IDIOTS. Sometimes their dogs are the only family they have. Many of us here know that our pets are often closer than human family anyway, and we have homes.
So true
Spot-on, Maxie!
Many of the homeless people treat their dogs better than some of the “well-to-do” people treat their animals.
I agree.
You are right. It is a sad truth.
the homeless would rather live on the street than abandone their animal – they are really the angels on this earth – how many other so-called humans would do this for an animal – and i have never seen a skinny homeless persons dog either – they would feed their dog before themselves – when it is time to look the mirror of self in the eye – these people will be able to stand tall
This is one of the sweetest stories I’ve read. God bless those whose help this man & his dog. And God Bless the owner of the dog for being so thoughtful of his dogs need. Thank you for caring.
That’s awesome
Such a,beautiful story, restores my faith in humans,again, especially when you such horrible stories on what some do to their animals. Bless you angels.
Pure love and it a pitbull.
Great news this is a good idea