Max's Helping Paws Foundation

31/01/2025

We have such a wonderful animal welfare community. Thank you SPCA Monterey County !!

Free spay/neuter clinics in South County! We have four clinics open now for February and March. These free clinics for dogs, friendly cats, and feral cats are for pet owners in South Monterey County. Appointments are required - please make yours today!

If you don't live in South Monterey County, we have appointments available at our low cost clinic at our shelter in Salinas.

These free clinics for South Monterey County are sponsored by our friends at Road Animal Services and staffed by SPCA Monterey County’s veterinary team.

24/01/2025

Rocket, a 9-month-old Egyptian Mau, has been the heart of Randall and Lindsay's family since they adopted him earlier this year. Rescued from a storm drain when he was just a few weeks old, Rocket was bottle-fed back to health and quickly became their "child," sharing every moment and bringing joy to their home. 🐈 ❤

But recently, his once-energetic spirit has been overshadowed by severe constipation. He now struggles in pain, crying out with each attempt to go to the bathroom and refusing to eat or drink. Randall, unable to return to work due to a back injury, and Lindsay have reached out to Max’s Helping Paws for support. Thanks to Max’s Helping Paws and the Doris Day Animal Foundation (DDAF), Rocket is receiving the medical care he needs to heal. Randall and Lindsay are incredibly grateful for the kindness and support that will help bring Rocket back to his playful, loving self. 🙏🏻

14/01/2025

🚨🐾 A heartfelt THANK YOU to all of the first responders who are working tirelessly during the wildfires in LA County. Your bravery, compassion, and unwavering dedication helped save not only people but also our beloved pets. 💙

We are incredibly grateful for your efforts in ensuring the safety of our furry friends. You are true heroes, and we stand in awe of your commitment to protecting our community in times of need. 🙏

10/01/2025

Georgie, a 15-year-old chihuahua, has been a loyal and comforting companion to Vanja for the past 5.5 years. Recently, Georgie began experiencing cluster seizures, which left Vanja worried about his health and well-being. After seeing his veterinarian, it was recommended that Georgie undergo further evaluation and treatment to manage his seizures. However, Vanja’s limited resources made it difficult to afford the necessary care for Georgie. She felt helpless and stressed, knowing how much Georgie means to her.

Fortunately, Vanja was referred to Max’s Helping Paws Foundation, where she received the support needed to provide Georgie with the treatment he deserved. With medication and close monitoring, Georgie will be able to continue living a comfortable life by Vanja’s side.

Max’s Helping Paws is committed to offering financial assistance to pet owners in need, ensuring that senior pets like Georgie receive the care they require. Thanks to our generous grantors at The Grey Muzzle Organization, Max’s Helping Paws can continue to support families like Vanja’s and help senior dogs like Georgie stay happy, healthy, and at home. ❤ 🐾

10/01/2025

Grateful for this partnership! 💓🐾

Your pets deserve a getaway too! 🐕✨ At Hyatt Monterey, our pet suite includes a ‘barking lot’ for your furry friends to get their energy out and enjoy some playtime. Best of all, all pet fee proceeds go to support Max's Helping Paws Foundation!

Head to the link below to book your paw-some getaway today 🐾
https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/mrydm-hyatt-regency-monterey-hotel-and-spa-on-del-monte-golf-course/rooms

30/12/2024

Pets are family. 🐾 ❤ Right now, some are forced to say goodbye to a beloved pet simply due to unexpected vet bills. Max’s Helping Paws is a lifeline—no one should lose a pet because of financial hardship.

Tomorrow is the last day for a 2024 tax-deductible gift. Will you help us save pets and keep families together?

🌟 Donate now:
www.mcgives.com/paws or www.maxshelpingpaws.org/donate

📬 Mail a check:
Payable to CFMC/MC Gives!, note “Max’s Helping Paws,” and send to CFMC, 2354 Garden Rd, Monterey, CA 93940. Must be postmarked by 12/31/24.

28/12/2024

✨ Thank You for an Incredible Year of Impact! ✨

As we reflect on 2024, we are filled with gratitude for your support. Thanks to YOU, Max's Helping Paws has reduced pet suffering, prevented unnecessary euthanasia, and helped nearly 600 families keep their beloved pets this year. 🐾❤️

For 8 years, we’ve been dedicated to providing financial lifelines to low-income pet owners facing urgent and unexpected veterinary expenses—and we’ve never turned away an eligible family in need.

💬 "Your foundation was a beacon of hope in my darkest hour. Thank you for believing in Lola and me, for seeing the bond we share, and for understanding the depth of my love for her. You show us that kindness and generosity exist in the world, and that there is always hope. From the bottom of my heart, thank you." – Lisa T., Max's Financial Award Recipient

🎥 Watch the video and see the difference your generosity has made! Together, we can continue this life-saving work.

👉 Donate today:
🔗 mcgives.com/paws
🔗 maxshelpingpaws.org/donate

Thank you for being part of our mission! 💛

27/12/2024

🐾 Meet Max, a 14-year-old chihuahua mix, who’s been a loyal companion to Anita. Recently, Max faced seizures and back issues, and with limited resources, Anita struggled to afford the necessary care.

🌟 Thanks to Max’s Helping Paws and support from The Grey Muzzle Organization, Max received the diagnostic care he needed and is now on the road to a more comfortable life with Anita.

Max’s Helping Paws provides financial assistance to pet owners in need, ensuring pets like Max get the care they deserve.

27/12/2024

⏰ Time is running out to make a life-saving difference!

Imagine standing at a crossroads, forced to choose between keeping a roof over your family’s head or saving your beloved pet in a health crisis. For too many families, this heartbreaking decision becomes their reality. 💔

Your donation can change that. Together, we can give pets the urgent care they need and keep families whole. Every dollar you give helps ensure that pets stay happy, healthy, and home where they belong.

These families are counting on us. Their pets are counting on you. Will you step up to help ensure that No Pet Suffers and No Family is Forgotten?

🌟 Donate now:
www.mcgives.com/paws or www.maxshelpingpaws.org/donate

📬 Mail a check:
Payable to CFMC/MC Gives!, note “Max’s Helping Paws,” and send to CFMC, 2354 Garden Rd, Monterey, CA 93940.

Let’s come together to give pets and their families the hope they desperately need. 💕

20/12/2024

Thanks to our grantors at The Grey Muzzle Organization, we continue to serve as a source of intake diversion and keep senior dogs with their families.

💕 When this 9-year-old terrier mix’s health declined and he was diagnosed with a life-threatening splenic mass, his loving family was heartbroken and faced with an agonizing decision—stretch their already limited finances for life-saving treatment or say goodbye to their beloved “baby boy.”

Thankfully, with help from Max's Helping Paws Foundation and a Grey Muzzle grant, Bochy got the surgery he needed. He’s now on the road to recovery, continuing to bring love and joy to his family’s life. 🐾

No pet should suffer because of financial hardship. Together, with donors and partners, we can ensure more senior dogs like Bochy receive the life-saving care they need to recover and thrive.

Thank you to our incredible supporters for helping us keep pets happy, healthy, and home. 🙌

19/12/2024

So grateful to be part of this amazing animal welfare community. Thank you, Dina Ruiz, for highlighting Simba’s story in your Carmel Magazine column. Together, we can continue making a difference for pets and their families! ❤ 🐾

Donate today to support Max’s Helping Paws:
👉 www.maxshelpingpaws.com/give
👉 www.mcgives.com/paws

18/12/2024

What would you do, where would you turn...if money stood in the way of your pet receiving life-saving veterinary treatment?

What if just $5 could help make a difference?

During the Monterey County Gives! campaign, your donation to Max's Helping Paws will help ensure that No Pet Suffers, No Family is Forgotten, and pet families receive the support they need.

🐾 Donate now: www.mcgives.com/paws or www.maxshelpingpaws/give
📬 Mail a check: Payable to CFMC/MC Gives! (note "Max’s Helping Paws"), send to CFMC, 2354 Garden Rd, Monterey, CA 93940.

Max's Helping Paws provides financial lifelines for low-income families with a dog or cat needing urgent, necessary and unexpected veterinary care. Will you be a part of the impact this holiday season?

17/12/2024

Excited to be a part of this holiday event! Reserve your ticket for Thursday!

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16/12/2024

What if just $5 was what was needed to get your pet life-saving treatment?

Donate just $5+ today to Max's Helping Paws and be a part of the impact. www.maxshelpingpaws.com/give or www.mcgives.com/paws or simply click the donate button below.

11/12/2024

Together, we continue to ensure that No Pet Suffers and No Family is Forgotten. Above is Wiz before help from Max's Helping Paws and after. Read more here:

When Wiz's original owners packed up a U-Haul and told AJ, a kind neighbor, that they were leaving this sweet 2-year-old kitty behind, AJ couldn’t bear to see that happen. He took Wiz in the same day they moved out, and within just a week, Wiz became part of his family.

When AJ brought Wiz to the vet, he learned Wiz was suffering from Feline Entropion, a painful condition where the eyelids fold inward, causing irritation and risking blindness if untreated. Surgery was urgently needed to relieve Wiz’s pain and save his vision, but the cost was overwhelming.

Living on disability and facing financial hardship, AJ managed to contribute $150 and gather small donations from neighbors, but it wasn’t enough. Desperate for help, he turned to Max’s Helping Paws.

Thanks to your support, Max’s provided the critical funding needed for Wiz’s surgery. With help from the caring team at Toro Veterinary Clinic, Wiz underwent the procedure and can now see clearly again, free from pain.

“Wiz scared me... He’s moving around more, and we’re scheduling his post-op appointment this week. I’m so grateful for everyone who helped save my sweet boy.”

During the MC Gives! campaign, your donation can ensure pet families like Wiz & AJ get the help they need and deserve.

🐾 Donate now: www.mcgives.com/paws
📬 Mail a check: Payable to CFMC/MC Gives! (note "Max’s Helping Paws"), send to CFMC, 2354 Garden Rd, Monterey, CA 93940.

Will you donate $5 (or more and be a part of the impact? 🐾

10/12/2024

Flaco, a 7-year-old Domestic Shorthair cat, is Elizabeth’s beloved companion. Found as a stray, Flaco has been a cherished member of Elizabeth’s family for nearly four years. He’s more than just a pet—he’s family.

Recently, Flaco began experiencing troubling symptoms. It started with lack of energy, constant sleeping, teary eyes, and sneezing. Then, Flaco had his first small seizure, leaving Elizabeth scared and unsure of what was causing his condition. She’s determined to get him the care he desperately needs before the symptoms worsen.

Elizabeth and her family are struggling financially. Her husband, Jose, has been unable to work due to an injury, leaving Elizabeth as the sole provider for their household. Most of her income goes toward rent and food, leaving little room for unexpected veterinary expenses. Despite their challenges, Elizabeth is doing everything she can to ensure Flaco’s health and well-being, even offering what little her family can contribute toward his care.

Elizabeth turned to Max’s Helping Paws Foundation for support, knowing it’s her only hope to get Flaco the urgent care he needs. Max’s Helping Paws exists to ensure no pet suffers because of financial hardship. Thanks to compassionate supporters, we can provide a financial lifeline to families like Elizabeth’s during their most difficult moments.

Your donation to the MCGives! campaign makes it possible for us to help pets like Flaco stay healthy and with the families who love them. Together, we can prevent pets from suffering and ensure no family is forgotten.

🐾 Donate now: www.mcgives.com/paws or maxshelpingpaws.org/give
📬 Mail a check: Payable to CFMC/MC Gives! (note "Max’s Helping Paws"), send to CFMC, 2354 Garden Rd, Monterey, CA 93940.

Your generosity keeps pets like Flaco healthy, happy, and home. Thank you for making a difference! 🐾