Sage Compassion for Animals

🐾 "Our pets are our adopted children."

That's how the Aguilar family describes Apollo Creed.

For them, Apollo isn't just a French Bulldog. He's family the one who brings laughter, comfort, and unconditional love into their home every day.

So when he suddenly began struggling to urinate, they knew something wasn't right.

What first seemed like a urinary tract infection turned out to be something much more serious. Apollo was diagnosed with a life-threatening urinary obstruction caused by urethral stones and needed emergency surgery to save his life.

Like so many families facing an unexpected veterinary emergency, the Aguilars did everything they could. They searched for answers, explored financing options, and contributed what they could toward Apollo's care.

When the remaining cost was still out of reach, the team at Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) connected them with Sage Compassion for Animals.

Because of compassionate supporters, Apollo received the lifesaving surgery he needed.

Today, he's back where he belongs safe at home with the family who loves him.

"Thank you so much for helping save my dog. He is home safe now recovering. Thank you for all you do for pets. As you know, they are our adopted children." ❤️

Stories like Apollo's are possible because compassion helps keep pets with the families who love them. Help give more pets a second chance: www.sagec4a.org/donate

🐾 Growing Our Impact, Together

Every second chance starts with a community that believes pets deserve access to lifesaving veterinary care when they need it most.

That's why we're honored to share that Sage Compassion for Animals has received a $5,000 grant from the Shaw Family Charitable Trust.

This generous investment will help provide urgent veterinary care for pets facing medical emergencies, ensuring more families can keep their beloved companions safe, healthy, and home.

We're deeply grateful to the Shaw Family Charitable Trust for believing in our mission and helping create more second chances for pets and the families who love them.

Together, we're making sure financial hardship doesn't stand in the way of lifesaving care. Learn more about our mission at www.sagec4a.org

🐾 “Oreo isn’t just a pet... She’s family.”

Oreo, affectionately known as "Chubby," came into her family’s life on a rainy day as a tiny abandoned kitten. Despite her small size, she had a big personality from the very beginning.

Over the years, she grew into a chatty, sassy tuxedo queen who filled her home with joy. She especially loves "talking" with her uncle, it’s a bond so special that her family says they seem to have their own language.

Then, something changed.

Oreo began experiencing painful bladder stones, leaving her uncomfortable and making even simple things difficult.

“The unknown was the scariest part,” her family shared. “Knowing she was hurting but not being able to fully understand how much she was suffering weighed heavily on us.”

When surgery became necessary, the cost felt overwhelming. But thanks to support from Sage Compassion for Animals, Oreo was able to receive the care she needed.

Today, she’s back to being herself, chatty, affectionate, and bringing her signature sass to everyone around her.

Stories like Oreo’s are possible because compassion helps keep pets with the families who love them. Donate today www.sagec4a.org