When Brittany reached out to Bella Bear's Senior Pet Sanctuary last Tuesday, she wasn't asking someone to take away her beloved 17 year old Pomchi because she didn't love him, she was deseperate for him to get the care that he needed and that she could …
Some time after their father passed away, Hanna and her brother reached out to Bella Bear’s Senior Pet Sanctuary for help with the two senior dogs he left behind: Athena and Shadow.
Their story began more than a decade ago.
Shadow is a 13-year-old, …
Three different pets needed me today, each with an urgent need and someone hoping I could help. But tonight, I keep thinking about the one who never made a sound.
Her name is Aiyana.
She did not bark once—not even when we walked into the veterinary …
Shondra reached out to Bella Bear’s Senior Pet Sanctuary on behalf of her longtime neighbors, Tim and Kookie, who were facing an unbearable decision.
By then, their beloved dog Moose had lost a significant amount of weight. She had tumors, was blind and …
Twice a month, I attend a cancer support group. For the first time, the discussion led me to mention the work I do with the sanctuary. The social worker who facilitates the group immediately asked whether I would be willing to help veterans connected …
This is Koda, chowing down on her new prescription diet.
Last week, Lisa reached out to Bella Bear’s Senior Pet Sanctuary about her beloved 14-year-old cat, Koda.
Koda had been getting thinner and thinner, losing much of her muscle mass. She was still …
Last night, I thought for a moment that maybe I couldn't do this anymore.
Princess's ear tumor ruptured. I walked into the room and it looked like a crime scene. There was blood on the floor. Blood spattered on the walls. I had no idea where it had come …
Before I start my week, I was going to share the events of last week, but it was so much, it feels too daunting to go through it all. So instead, I think I would just like to share Lakey's beautiful offering.
When I asked if anyone had extra fencing …
On Saturday I took three pets to Oak Valley Animal Hospital
It reminded me how much can be accomplished when compassionate people come together for animals who need them.
I gathered 18-year-old Gracie (Kitty), 14.5 year-old Laila (American Staffordshire), …
On Wednesday, Bella Bear's Senior Pet Sanctuary welcomed two new residents: 13-year-old Toby, a sweet Chihuahua, and 12-year-old Wheezie, a beautiful black cat. Their owner is a combat veteran who is courageously seeking help through the VA as she faces …
On Friday evening, we welcomed a very special new resident to Bella Bear’s Senior Pet Sanctuary: beautiful 18-year-old Gracie.
She immediately gravitated to the volunteer bedroom and hid under the bed. So we set her up there with all of her things from …
Two sets of remains were returned home yesterday. Meaty and Thor.
I have told Meaty’s story, but I haven’t told you about Thor yet.
I think I’ve been avoiding it because I’m still struggling with one question: Did I do the right thing?
Over a week ago, …
17 year old Princess is the newest resident of Bella Bear's Senior Pet Sanctuary. She was going to be euthanized, because they couldn't find anyone in her area of southern California who would take her.
Bella Bear's Senior Pet Sanctuary read about this …
Dusty is 12 years old and on June 29th became a new resident of Bella Bear's Senior Pet Sanctuary. Dusty's owner is suffering a host of medical and financial issues and feels that she cannot give him the care that he needs. She has entrusted BBSPS-JT to …
On June 15th, Bella Bear's Senior Pet Sanctuary -Joshua Tree (BBSPS-JT) was contacted by Cynthia, whose sweet senior kitty Tuxie had stopped eating and drinking days before. Due to her own medical issues, lack of transportation, and financial distress …
Meet Honey, an old timer at BBSPS-JT. He walked through a neighbors cat door and she already had three cats who were not taking kindly to the newcomer. I offered to take him in if an owner didn't turn up. Sure enough two weeks later, after scanning …
