Dogpile, Trouble, HSUS and You

Posted by Joy Butler Oct 1, 2007

We all remember the news when Trouble Helmsley, wealthy canine heir of Leona Helmsley, received $12 million. Well I’m all for making sure pets are provided for when owners die or become disabled but I admit I have trouble envisioning Trouble ever needing the entire $12 million for her own care. I guess I’m not the only one hoping she will use some of that moolah to help less fortunate animals.

Arfie, the mascot of Dogpile.com, has invited Trouble to work with him in an effort to raise money for the Humane Society of the United States’ Rural Area Veterinary Services program which provides free veterinary treatment to needy animals across the country. Arfie has already pledged to donate $1, up to $25,000, for each pet and owner who signs his appeal to Trouble, which challenges the millionaire pup to match these funds. If Trouble accepts, together they can donate up to $50,000. If you would like to see less fortunate animals get medical care they might not otherwise receive, this is an easy way to help. All you have to do is sign your pet’s name, within the next couple of weeks, on this request to Trouble! I did!