12/02/2025
His name was Shaz—
a regal, 23-pound Maine C**n
with a gentle spirit and a presence
that made every room feel warmer.
Before he found Geri and Ron,
he’d already lived a full, winding life—
from an Arizona ranch with horses and dogs
to the Bay Area,
where big changes left him needing
a new beginning and a softer place to land.
Pets In Need helped make the connection,
and from the moment he arrived in 1998,
Geri and Ron knew he belonged with them.
Shaz adapted to every move,
every transition,
every season of their lives—
offering comfort, companionship,
and the steady kind of love
that stays with you long after goodbye.
He lived with them until 2007,
through medical challenges and life changes,
remaining a constant source of warmth and devotion.
Shaz wasn’t just a pet—
he was family,
and his memory is woven
into the story of their home.
This Giving Tuesday,
Geri and Ron are honoring Shaz
with a $3,000 challenge match.
If our community raises $3,000 in his name,
they will contribute another $3,000—
tripling the care for animals
still searching for safety, comfort,
and a place to land.
Every contribution,
every Amazon Wish List gift,
brings us closer to unlocking
the Shaz Match.
Join us—
for Shaz,
and for the animals still waiting
for their next gentle beginning.
Double your impact at https://giving.classy.org/campaign/749722/donate
