Hi, my name is Regina, and I’m asking for help in an emergency situation. I have two dogs, Ruger and Draco. They are not just pets—they are my family, my emotional support, and the only stability I have right now. I’m currently facing an urgent situation where I need to place them in a safe boarding environment for a short period of time. I was able to find a place that will take them, but the cost is more than I can afford right now, and I’m reaching out for support to cover the expense and related fees.

Part of the difficulty is that both of my dogs are large, and many programs or temporary options won’t accept dogs over 30 pounds. That has made it extremely hard to find safe placement, and this is the only option I’ve been able to secure. I don’t have family or a support system I can turn to right now, which is why I’m reaching out here. This is incredibly important to me because I’ve already experienced the trauma of having a dog stolen from me before. That situation still affects me, and I can’t go through something like that again. Keeping Ruger and Draco safe right now means everything.

This situation is immediate and time-sensitive. I only have a short window to come up with the funds. Any amount helps—truly. If you can’t donate, please consider sharing this. That alone could make the difference. Thank you for taking the time to read this and for any support you can give. It truly means everything to me.

—Regina Padgett