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Feeding Pets of the Homeless and Gigi + Luca Pet Boutique

LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL – Gigi + Luca Pet Boutique will now be a collection site for donated pet food for the Feeding Pets of the Homeless program a nonprofit organization (www.PetsofHomeless.org). The program is an ongoing national effort to regularly supply donated pet food through food banks to local people who cannot afford to properly provide for their pets. Over the course of a year, as many as 3.5 million people become homeless and as the economy worsens the numbers will increase. Most people who experience homelessness (80%) are homeless for a short period of time and usually need help finding housing or a rent subsidy. But, unfortunately for those with pets, it becomes more difficult. The disadvantaged are forced to choose between their pet and a roof over their head. Surprisingly, most choose to stay on the streets with their pets for longer periods of time. Their pets are their comfort, provide an emotional bond of loyalty and are nonjudgmental. It is estimated that one in four homeless and disadvantaged people have a pet. Pets of the homeless do not choose their guardians. A difference can be made to aid these defenseless pets. Customers who purchase pet food at Gigi + Luca to be donated will receive a donation receipt and a Thank You Letter from Feeding Pets of the Homeless. Copies of these receipts will be posted on the store bulletin board. Pet food can be donated at Gigi + Luca Pet Boutique, 1825 NE 24th Street, Lighthouse Point. For more information call Elizabeth: (954) 784-8755.

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