A Ceresco couple is dedicating their lives to providing love and comfort to elderly dogs in need. No matter the age or health condition, each dog is guaranteed a forever home with Shawna Clement and her husband, Joshua Bomberger. It all started five years ago when Clement and Bomberger moved onto a 10-acre property about 20 miles north of Lincoln and founded The Farm: Senior Dog Sanctuary.
The couple, who have had dogs for most of their lives, had a soft spot for the older dogs who they say are often overlooked. “There was an obvious need for it,” Bomberger said. “These dogs, they needed somewhere to go for the last little bits of their life and we wanted to provide them with something that was quiet and peaceful and very loved on instead of a shelter.
” But as pet owners know, it’s not a cheap endeavor. Last year, The Farm’s total expenses surpassed $30,000, with the majority going toward veterinary care. Over $23,000 came from donations, with the rest coming from Clement and Bomberger’s pockets.
Shawna Clement (left) and her husband Joshua Bomberger (right) with their rescue dogs on Tuesday in Ceresco. The couple founded The Farm: Senior Dog Sanctuary and will host a fundraiser at Lincoln's Off Leash Dog Bar this Saturday to help offset costs. From 2-5 p.
m. Saturday, one of The Farm’s supporters is hosting a fundraiser at Lincoln's Off Leash Dog Bar to help rally in more donations. The fundraiser will include a raffle, food and furry visitors from The Farm.
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