Nacho is a 10-year-old Chihuahua in East Greenwich, RI, who needs $500 for Dentistry Difficult Canine.

Nacho is a 10 year old Chihuahua. He came into my life in 2013. I was homeless in 2016, but we live in secure housing now supported by the HUD/VA sustainable housing program for homeless Vets through the Providence VA. We couldn't make it without the PVD VA, but they do not have a fund for pets of Veterans. I plan to remedy that as outlined below.

After I became housed in transitional housing for homeless female Veterans in 2017, I had a roommate. My roommate warmed up to Nacho. She used to fix pet healthy hors d'oeuvres for him every afternoon, and we all would watch the 5 o'clock news together! But there are no funds for Veterans with pets. I plan to remedy this by starting one after we get Nacho back on the road to wellness.

Back in 2013, I was supposed to foster Nacho when I rescued him from a displaced caregiver. Nacho has been at risk of homelessness twice. Then he came to live with us out in the country in Rhode Island. One winter eve, he came into the house after a snowy trip outside with his little jacket on - he shook the snow off and smiled at me, and I knew we would be together forever!!

I used to get his teeth cleaned regularly before I became homeless. But now, we need extensive dental care as of 2-22-22. We are planning to get our treatment from CAWS veterinarian in West Warwick as soon as I can come up with 50%. Then we want to take up funds for Veterans who can't afford to prioritize preventative care.

For Veterans who lives on a fixed income, preventative care is often not a priority. We live hand-to-mouth every month. I want to take up donations for pets of Vets in need. I am in contact with professionals who can advise and help. Any donations will help!!!