Oh, that we all could be this generous!
When Petaluma, CA serviceman Brett McIsaac was preparing to ship out to Afghanistan, he was concerned about his dog Bud and Bud’s upcoming surgery.
There was only one problem: after McIsaac shipped out, his family found out that the surgery was going to more extensive – and expensive – than McIsaac or his parents, who were caring for the dog, had expected.
That’s when veterinarian Russ Gurevitch offered to do the surgery pro bono. Petaluma360.com reports that Dr. Gurevitch told McIsaac’s mother, ” “If Brett can go to Afghanistan for his country, the least I can do is help his dog.”
Thanks, Dr. Gurevitch!
Makes you wonder – what can you to help care for the pet of serviceman or woman serving in Afghanistan? Foster an animal? Donate food? Cover a vet bill?
You can read the whole story at Petaluma360.com.
I had an idea last year that I thought of too close to the holidays to do anything about but your story reminded me and I am going to pursue it this year. I know of a kennel close to a military base that has quite a few dogs boarded while their owners are deployed overseas. I want totake a good photo of their dog in a Christmas or holiday hat and send it to them from their dog for the holidays. What do you think?
Elizabeth
Oh, I LOVE LOVE that idea!!! Keep me posted on it if you do it!! I’ll bet you could get a photographer to donate services and maybe even a Santa. I love it.
Joanne
What a great and appreciative service the vet performed for the soldier’s dog. Elizabeth, I think your idea is wonderful!