If you know me, you know I love dogs. We have 3 dogs, all rescues, 2 of which have come from the SPCA of Hancock County, which is located in Trenton.

They approached me about sleeping overnight at the shelter, to raise money for the Feel Better Fund and I agreed! So Miriam, our 10 year old pit-terrier mix and I will be heading there on Saturday, April 18th and will be there from noon until noon on Sunday, April 19th.

You can help us raise funds by donating HERE.

Every animal that the SPCA of Hancock County receives undergoes a full health check-up. Before adoption the dogs and cats are spayed and neutered and everyone receives a chip, so in case they are lost or get free can easily be reunited with their owners. All of this costs money, and lots of it. They are a no-kill shelter.

The  "Feel Better Fund" insures that every animal receives vet care to the utmost of the Shelter's ability, and cost doesn’t determine the quality of life or the veterinary services an animal receives. Often times the animals the shelter receives have been in a situation where the dogs or cats have been neglected and are in need of serious medical help.

The SPCA of Hancock County is not affiliated with the National SPCA and receives absolutely no federal or state funding. As you can imagine, the SPCA of Hancock County has been hit with rising costs to care for all the animals. Food and supplies have all increased in price, and let's not even mention the cost of electricity and heat!

I'll be broadcasting from the SPCA of Hancock County April 18th-19th. Please help us raise money for the Feel Better Fund by donating HERE!

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