I have been going to the Eastside every Monday and Friday for a few years now. I am never sure how many, if any, pets will be out with their companions. This morning, I was able to visit with, and provide supplies for, five pets that belong to people staying in the Path of Life Community Shelter as well as three that camp on Massachusetts Street with their companions. It was already in the 80's at 9am. I stayed for about an hour which was long enough for me to spend time with each pet. When I left that location, I got fuel, checked our PO Box and then went home, because I am still concerned about my dog... Late yesterday afternoon, my 17 year old senior ate and then went outside for a potty break. He had been out right before he ate too so I expected him to come back in quickly. Four or five minutes went by and I went out to see what he was doing. I found him, behind the shed and he was just lying there. It was really hot outside and he doesn't sunbathe so I picked him up and put him in the shade so we could walk back inside. He did not start walking so I picked him up and carried him in. He didn't want any water and didn't seem to want to walk then either so I put him on the sofa. A few minutes later, he got down to go get a drink of water. When he came back into the living room, I put him on the sofa again. His breathing was kind of fast and I was really worried being that he has kidney disease and a grade 5 heart murmur. I kept an eye on him until bedtime and then put him in his bed where he stayed until 8am. He seemed back to what his 'normal' self is these days but it is so hard to tell how he is really doing. I invited my daughter to come over today. He is always so happy when she is here and I figured she could tell me her thoughts. I am fine with him sleeping most of the time and being slower getting around, as long as I know he is not suffering. He has had a long life and I hope it continues but I won't 'force' it if he is suffering. Time will tell but I couldn't bear Losing my dog on Father's Day when I've already lost so many of the important men in my life. Please think good thoughts for my 'Sammy'... Bottled Waters, 2-collapsible pet bowls with leash clips, small leash, 2 plush squeaky toys, chicken jerky treats, wet dog food, 2-20 pound bags of dog food from the Star Milling Company, kabob chew sticks, buffalo tendons and bully sticks were shared.

I had to cook something this morning so I got off to a later start than usual. It was already heating up, by the time I left the house. My first stop was for a little dog in Rubidoux and I also visited three small dogs that stay on the property next to him and his companions. I provided a few supplies and then headed out to another location in Jurupa Valley. On my way there, I was sitting at a redlight when I noticed a pit bull tied to a sign post. I didn't see anyone at first and then spotted a gentleman I had actually just been thinking about. The dog was with him and he had her tied there while moving his carts down the street. Someone gave the dog to him and he was unsure if she was spayed. I asked him to go to the nearest vet and have them check. If she is not then I will help him get that done. I did give him a few supplies for h er and then got back on the road. I drove to an area where I usually find a family parked in their RV. They were not there so I drove a few blacks away to another spot where I met them last week. They were not there either. I called and found out the couple got hired to do something today and were not nearby so I decided to call it a day. It was already 85 degrees out and I wanted to get back home before temps hit the upper 90's. I had plenty of work to do at my desk so I was not sorry to cut my time a little short... Bottled Waters, large stainless steel bowl, chicken jerky treats, wet dog food, DASHI meal toppers, 3.5 pound bag of Pedigree high protein, small plush squeaky toy, kabob chew sticks and a bully stick were shared.

Yesterday, I made arrangements to meet a few people at a river bottom outlet near the Fed-Ex facility in Jurupa Valley. Not everyone showed up but the person who was unable to make it in time to her spay appointments this past Wednesday did and we discussed getting her dogs in this week. My hope is that it all works out this time especially because she has a few four month old puppies that need to be spayed/neutered as well. She said there were originally eight puppies but four died of Parvo. I normally say the limit is two per companion but I also try to spay/neuter entire families so the breeding stops. As long as the companion makes it to appointments, I will help as much as possible. One of the people showed up with her dog as well as a puppy that actually belongs to someone else. I was told that puppy needs 'the works' and suggested her companion call between 1pm and 4pm to get it scheduled. When I was about to leave, another gentleman showed up. He had a dog with him but it was not his dog. I gave the dog treats and a chew stick and headed across town to our storage units to pick up pet food. I am so grateful for the extra twenty pound bags Star Milling gave us this month. It should help me get through to the next month without having to purchase any of the larger bags. I'm still unsure what my plans are for tomorrow. I don't have anyone to celebrate Father's Day with but I don't know what people's plans are. I will figure things out in the morning... Bottled Waters, chicken jerky treats, wet dog food, wet cat food, DASHI meal toppers,17-pound bag of cat food from the Star Milling Company, 20-pound bag of dog food from, the Star Milling Company, Inaba Churus, peanut butter knot chews, kabob chew sticks, bully sticks and bully slices were shared.

I had a dental appointment, this morning, but still had time to drive over to the Eastside beforehand. My first stop was on Massachusetts. Someone who had been in a motel, with her dog, was back on the street trying to secure a bed again at the Path of Life Community shelter. We visited and I provided supplies. Next I drove up the street and parked near the kennel. I visited with two dogs and provided supplies. My final stop was over by University and Victoria where I visited a dog and provided supplies. I tried calling other people, with pets, that stay on the Eastside but could not reach anyone so I went home, gave my dog a potty break and headed out to my dental appointment. After that, I went back home, had lunch and continued with my usual afternoon work tasks... Bottled Waters, insulated cooler packs, doggy waste bags, chicken jerky treats, 16 pound bag of Pedigree for big dogs, 4 pound bag pf senior dog food, DASHI toppers, kabob chew sticks, buffalo tendons, bully sticks and two squeaky balls were shared.

We provided 'the works' for five pets yesterday. The two dogs were going to spend the night with the volunteers from Feeding Perris Strays that transported them to and from their appointments. One of the cat's belongs to a veteran who is housed so that cat went home with him. The remaining two cats live with a couple in the river bottom. Because one of those cat's required extra services and because it was in the 90's, I put them in a room last night. Those were the only pets I checked on, in person, this morning. While at the motel, I did visit with a little Chihuahua we provided 'the works' for not too long ago. His companion stays at the motel with her son and I had an opportunity to visit them as well. When I left the motel, I ran a few personal errands and picked up a couple of supply donations waiting for me at our PO Box. The rest of the day was spent at my desk working on phone calls, emails, texts, scheduling future spay/neuter appointments and updating our social media... Bottled Waters, chicken jerky treats, Inaba Churus, wet dog food, 3.5 pound bag of Pedigree small bites, kabob chew sticks and a plush squeaky toy were shared.