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Remembering Betty and Helping Animals

threecees — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 13:56:50 GMT

This is a screenshot that I wanted to share here, not my idea but I

love it! Please help out your local shelter now or on January 17th

to honor Betty White.

If you can do anything to help out your shelter or any animal organization

even in the smallest way, I think Betty would be pleased!

Please pass it on to all your animal friends!

Below is a beautiful picture of Betty and her beloved Ponty.

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deepwaterdotter — Sun, 02 Jan 2022 21:44:31 GMT

Any time or money spent on helping animals lead happier, healthier lives is rewarding. I will be donating to my local shelter in Ms. White's memory.

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ROMARY — Sun, 02 Jan 2022 21:47:42 GMT

RIP, dear, wonderful, loving and devoted person of pets and animals.

I'm going to look for some of her favorite animal charities.

This is a good time to donate to help those animals who would like a good home in this very cold Winter.

Bless all pets and animals.

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ROMARY — Sun, 02 Jan 2022 22:57:52 GMT

What a beautiful photo. Almost a portrait.

I might make a copy and frame it; hang it on a wall.

Betty will live on forever in our hearts and minds..........

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maximillian — Sun, 02 Jan 2022 23:06:09 GMT

Even if she had not been a super-popular actress, I would still have admired her for her love and support of our loving, furry friends. R.I.P., Betty White.

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chickenbutt — Sun, 02 Jan 2022 23:16:53 GMT

I'm sure heartbroken over the loss of such a wonderful person!

I noticed that TVLand is playing a lot of 'Golden Girls' episodes. Also, I got some episodes of 'Hot in Cleveland' overnight and I see that they are re-airing all those same eps (10 in all, from S01 to S05) tonight at 10pm, my time, on TVLand.

I just lucked out, as I set up a Pass just yesterday for Hot in Cleveland, hoping they would re-air the show (I saw it all when it originally aired). I kind of wish they did the entirety of the show, but I'll take the 10 eps.

As to the subject at hand, specifically: I really wish I knew a way to donate to causes without having to give up personal info. Not that I have anything to be ashamed of (my causes would mostly be animals, too), but what I HATE is that once you donate to anybody they not only harass you relentlessly but they share your info, so you get it from all angles. I felt like I had to stop donating because of that, and that's a shame. Granted, that's totally on me but I struggle about that sort of thing.

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Shopchickie3 — Sun, 02 Jan 2022 23:45:58 GMT

Wonderful post. Thank you for sharing this. That dog is so beautiful, I wonder if it was her own dog. Ms. White was a lovely person, using her platform for the good of those furry friends who cannot speak for themselves.

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golding76 — Sun, 02 Jan 2022 23:56:05 GMT

I make an annual donation to Animal Network in Las Vegas, Nev. They perform wonderful and life-saving acts for pets whose owners are having financial difficulties. I cannot praise them enough.

When I make my donation, I will think of Betty White.

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Love my grandkids — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 00:16:32 GMT

Both myself and family members regularly donate to local shelters, not just on a specific date but many times.

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Duckncover — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 00:48:46 GMT

Great idea. but hope everyone would be familiar with the animal shelter or organization they choose to support. I personally support a no-kill shelter where I know they operate on a shoestring and are staffed with compassionate, animal-loving volunteers.

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Duckncover — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 00:56:34 GMT

No really certain way to stop having your name given to other charities when you donate. Charities buy and sell donor lists like trading baseball cards. It is how they get their lists for solicitation. You could go to a shelter in person and donate pet supplies. They are always in need of food, towels, leashes, etc. and sometimes the needs are posted on their website.

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feline groovy — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 03:37:47 GMT

That Golden guy is her beloved "Ponty" (short for "Pontiac"). Betty said they did everything together.

Now together forever. along with all of her beloved pets, her beloved husband, her beloved parents, and all of the animals that have ever lived.

Thanks for sharing this, @threecees. *kisses to Meadow*

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nikkisaunt1 — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 03:52:32 GMT

For anyone who doesn't want to donate online because they don't want to give their personal information, I would recommend the following to you:

1: drop off food, pet supplies or even towels at a local neighborhood shelter.
2: call your town animal control officer if you have one and see if your town has a shelter and could use some supplies

3. See if your local food pantry accepts pet food as well

These may be ways to help without getting on any charity lists.

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maximillian — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 12:19:31 GMT

@nikkisaunt1

Good suggestions. I found that donating locally, either supplies or money, helps the most. Fewer administrative costs, and the donations do the most good. I also advocate for no-kill shelters.

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threecees — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 13:15:05 GMT

@ROMARY wrote:
What a beautiful photo. Almost a portrait.

I might make a copy and frame it; hang it on a wall.

Betty will live on forever in our hearts and minds..........

@ROMARY I definitely agree and a great idea! Absolutely beautiful photo

of Betty and her Golden named Ponty.

I love this one too!

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threecees — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 13:20:38 GMT

@feline groovy wrote:
That Golden guy is her beloved "Ponty" (short for "Pontiac"). Betty said they did everything together.

Now together forever. along with all of her beloved pets, her beloved husband, her beloved parents, and all of the animals that have ever lived.

Thanks for sharing this, @threecees. *kisses to Meadow*

@feline groovy Thank you for the info. I was able to pull up some more photos

with your help like the one above.

Meadow and I want to wish you a Happy New Year!

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Karie2022 — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 15:52:24 GMT

Love this...great idea🥰

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Cakers3 — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 17:14:33 GMT

Betty White is always pictures with dogs especially, although we know she loved cats and all animals.

Here is a picture of her gift for her 91st birthday-and she said she "cuddles" with Jacob. This was part of her request for donations to the Morris Foundation.

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Cakers3 — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 17:21:54 GMT

Here is Betty White with some other friends:

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chickenbutt — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 17:44:44 GMT

I love how she openly loves them all, with no fear for some.

I relate to that easily as, except for bees, I'm not scared of animals.