Dear Jean,

Goose—seen here in his festive winter coat—almost didn't make it to the holidays.

Last year, he was badly burned when wildfires ravaged California. A PETA Foundation veterinarian who was helping animal evacuees at a local humane society met Goose at the shelter. He had sustained burns to all four paws, and his back was covered with tar from roofing materials that had melted down onto him. His family lost everything in the fire, including their home and all their cash savings.

With your support, we covered the cost of his treatment, and our veterinarian who met him at the shelter fostered him in her home. She thought fostering him would be temporary until his family got back on their feet. But they were unable to secure a situation in which he could return to them, so they gave their blessing for his adoption.

Today, Goose is happy and healthy, chasing balls like a true athlete and spreading holiday cheer with his fetching smile in the home of the PETA veterinarian who had fostered him.

This holiday season, please take a moment to think of all the animals like Goose whose lives have been improved because of your compassion.

Thank you for your support of our work to help animals. The world is a better place because of you.

Kind regards,

Ingrid E. Newkirk
President

P.S. I know that you share my commitment to help every animal in need. That's why I hope you'll consider opening your heart even further to animals like Goose this holiday season by making a special year-end gift.