Year: 2024

Last Christmas, Jennifer and her dog Bella put out an urgent plea for help. After coming into Jennifer’s life the day after her previous dog passed, Bella’s health took a turn for the worse. After recovering from Jennifer’s life has been a testament to strength, determination, and courage. She’s 3 years sober from heroin, is battling multiple sclerosis, and had to worry every second of the day about her near & dear Bella. Bella gave her hope when she needed it most, and HEALS gave Bella support when she needed it as well.

Thanks to our network of generous supporters, we were able to raise the funds needed to address Bella’s health issues. Bella got the surgery she needed, thanks to your donations, showing Jennifer that she’s not alone. We gave back to the dog that gave Jennifer what she deserved, unconditional love.

This Christmas miracle kept this family together, and left our hearts full of hope.

Guido, the beloved five-year-old kitty who has been a constant source of comfort and joy for his single mom, Gina, suddenly found himself fighting for his life. After collapsing from heart failure, his family was devastated, but their hope remained strong. With limited resources, Gina struggled to afford the life-saving treatment Guido desperately needed.

Thanks to the compassion and generosity of our supporters, we were able to help Guido’s family with some of his medical bills, ensuring he received the care he needed. Guido’s playful spirit and unconditional love have always been there for Gina.

While Guido’s road to recovery isn’t over, we can proudly say that, with your help, he’s one step closer to a healthy future. Your donations made all the difference in providing Guido with a fighting chance.

Cupcake, a cherished family dog, found herself fighting for her life in the hospital after being diagnosed with heart failure. Her lungs were filled with fluid, and she couldn’t breathe on her own, requiring around-the-clock care. The cost of her treatment quickly soared, and her family found themselves facing a bill that could easily reach $10,000 — an impossible sum given their current circumstances.

The family, already dealing with the challenges of a stay-at-home mom caring for a husband recovering from back surgery and a young son, was at a breaking point. They had recently lost two other pets to illness, and Cupcake was everything to them — especially to her three-year-old. With no other options available, they reached out to the community for help.

Guardian HEALS was able to step in, providing funds to help ease the financial burden of Cupcake’s hospital bills. Thanks to the generosity of supporters, we helped ensure that Cupcake received the care she needed during this critical time. While the outcome was uncertain, the family could breathe easier knowing they weren’t facing this battle alone. Every donation, no matter how small, made a difference in giving Cupcake a fighting chance.

Macie was in a desperate fight for her life, and her family was doing everything they could to keep her going. The bills were overwhelming, skyrocketing from $2,300 to $3,800 overnight, and estimates reached as high as $10,000 for the treatment she needed to survive. Her condition was critical, but despite her severe illness, there was a glimmer of hope as she became slightly more responsive, keeping her family hopeful.

Guardian HEALS sprang into action, quickly rallying to raise the funds needed for Macie’s care. Our community came together in an outpouring of support, contributing what they could to give Macie a fighting chance. Unfortunately, despite everyone’s best efforts, Macie didn’t make it. But even in this heartbreaking outcome, we can be proud of the swift, compassionate response from the community.

While it wasn’t the ending we hoped for, we can take comfort in knowing that we moved fast to give Macie the care she deserved, and so many people stepped up to help. Sometimes the outcome is beyond our control, but the support we showed her family made a world of difference during a very difficult time.

Less than a month ago, we discovered Oliver. He’s a service dog, and the only “child” his mother would ever have. He meant the world to her. Oliver had recently been having severe gastrointestinal issues, he’d barely been eating and had been vomiting constantly. His mom had just moved across the country and overdrawn her accounts, all in hopes to keep Oliver’s heart beating with her.

We raised thousands of dollars in just a few short weeks, Oliver fighting for his life during every minute of it. Our network and supporters tried everything to help Oliver, but his issues proved to be nigh on insurmountable. Oliver’s unexplained gastrointestinal issues broke his mother’s heart. Tragically, Oliver passed away before he could be saved.

We never want a pet to lose their life because of funds, but unfortunately it’s a common occurrence. Every donation we receive helps a pet receive urgent medical care. Let’s make sure no pet ends up like Oliver.