Every dog should have a loving home, a warm bed to
curl up in, and a caring family.
Every dog should have this—but not every dog is
fortunate enough to. This winter, neglected dogs chained or penned outdoors will
be shivering and wet, left to survive the rain, wind, and snow with little or
nothing to protect them from the elements. Without help, they may not make it
through the icy winter nights to come.
It's hard to understand how anyone could force a dog
to live outdoors in torrential rain, driving snowstorms, and freezing
temperatures, but our fieldworkers encounter these dogs every single
day. They're often chained to trees with nothing more than an
overturned barrel or trash can to serve as a poor excuse for "shelter"—if they
have anything at all.
Since its beginning, PETA's "Angels for Animals"
program has supplied nearly 7,000 doghouses to dogs in desperate need of shelter
during the cold winter months—all thanks to supporters like
you. Our doghouses are sturdy and durable and offer protection for
years through extreme winter and summer weather. Each one is elevated so that
the floor is inches above the cold ground, ensuring that it remains dry so it
doesn't rot when it rains or snows. We deliver each one with treats, a toy, and
straw for extra insulation against the cold.