House with a Heart Senior Pet Sanctuary

House with a Heart Senior Pet Sanctuary, located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is a small, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to caring for senior and special needs pets. Founded by Sher Polvinale in 2006, HWAH provides loving homes for dogs and cats unable to be adopted due to advanced age, medical conditions, and/or uncertain circumstances. The sanctuary focuses on providing holistic care, which includes medical treatment, nutritious food, comfortable housing, and supervised outdoor playtime. They offer essential medical services, including diagnostic screenings, dental care, surgery, medications, and specialized diets to ensure the health and well-being of each resident. Furthermore, HWAH actively promotes the adoption of senior pets through the "Sanctuary of Your Own" program. A significant aspect of HWAH’s operation revolves around volunteer work. Over 55 dedicated volunteers contribute time to walking, bathing, feeding, cleaning, and maintaining both the house and the two-acre property, enabling the organization to provide specialized care. Beyond direct resident support, HWAH extends its help by offering financial assistance through “K-9 Medical Miracles Grants”, covering medical expenses to prepare senior dogs in shelters for adoption. To learn more about House with a Heart Senior Pet Sanctuary and ways to get involved, interested parties can visit their website, housewithaheart.com.