Share The Love With St. Augustine Humane Society
ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida (January 15, 2025) – While your yearly dental exam may seem like a routine task, it’s not so simple for dogs and cats. Some pet parents may not realize the critical importance of dental health for their companions, while others may be struggling with the costs. When pets don’t receive routine dental care, major issues – and major costs – can arise. This February, the St. Augustine Humane Society’s Share the Love Auction recognizes National Pet Dental Health Month by raising money to help animals with important dental procedures. Beginning Monday, January 20th, through Tuesday, February 11th, many special items, experiences, services, and more will be available for auction at www.21auctions.com/love2025
“Dental health is important for the whole family, including our treasured pet members,” says Carolyn Sindad Smith, Executive Director of the St. Augustine Humane Society. “We recognize that for some, costs can easily add up and exceed their financial capabilities. That’s where we can step in and offer some much-needed assistance. Our goal for the Share the Love Auction this year is to raise $3,000, and all proceeds benefit pets requiring the most care.”
The St. Augustine Humane Society works tirelessly to ensure that all pets live safe, happy, and healthy lives and that pet owners have the tools and education to create lasting relationships with their animals, lowering the risk of them ending up in shelters or on the streets. The St. Augustine Humane Society's Dental Health Program aims to provide life-saving dental care to the animals that need it most. Dental issues are increasing in pets, with 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats showing signs of periodontal disease by the age of three. These diseases can cause serious issues, damaging not only the teeth, roots, mouth, and gums but also vital organs, including the kidneys and heart. Proceeds from the Share the Love Auction are used to assist dogs and cats that need dental surgeries and procedures that are critical and, in some cases, life-saving. The auction will be live beginning January 20th at 5 p.m. and close on February 11, 2025, at 8 p.m. To view or bid on auction items, visit www.21auctions.com/love2025
“We are currently experiencing a surge in pets requiring critical dental care,” says Sindad Smith. “The Share the Love Auction is a wonderful way to help. This year’s auction features baskets with gourmet food, wine, and pet supplies, gift certificates to popular restaurants, vacation experiences to Panama and Antigua, classes, activities like golf and scuba diving, and more. Bidders can snag a great Valentine's Day gift for a loved one or themselves while giving the gift of health to an animal in need. It’s truly a win-win!”
ABOUT ST. AUGUSTINE HUMANE SOCIETY: The St. Augustine Humane Society, located at 1665 Old Moultrie Road in St. Augustine, promotes healthy, responsible, lifelong pet ownership by serving the medical and rehabilitative needs of companion animals in the community. They help prevent animals from entering shelters by providing low-cost services, training, food, and support. High-res photos to accompany the press release can be found here. To make a donation or learn more, visit staughumane.org and follow along on Facebook @StAugustineHumaneSociety and Instagram @StAugHumane
