Vito (16) and Silvia (14) have spent their entire lives in the shadows of a dreadful pound—forgotten, until now. Last week, our wonderful rescuer Luana Passerini finally brought them into the light. But a lifetime of neglect has taken its toll. Their bodies are tired and fragile; the vet fears Vito is riddled with cancer, while Silvia battles failing kidneys and suspected leishmaniasis.

Both dogs were supposed to go for adoption in Italy but that will never happen. They are too ill, too weak, too fragile to go anywhere. They won't be leaving for adoption. Instead, they are staying right where they are.

When SOS Italian Setters created Bailey's Fund, we made a promise and a commitment that we would help terminally ill dogs. And we will support dogs who have not much to live, in any way we can because every life matters until the very end and no dog will die alone. We are committed to support Luana to provide Vito and Silvia with the hospice care, comfort, and dignity they have been denied for over a decade.

Please donate for Vito and Silvia. Thank you!

You can make a difference by donating today to SOS Italian Setters. SOS Italian Setters rescue dogs from the highways and byways of Southern Italy, from public pounds with thousands of dogs incarcerated in small enclosures, and directly from hunters who don’t want them anymore. We help them recover with excellent veterinary care and begin a new life in a home where they will be cherished.