Dan has been a resident of St Mungo’s since August 2024. He was previously living in Clapton on Sea in his own accommodation. He’s currently staying at one of our services which can support animals. They have a vet who comes in to care for the dogs and does routine check-ups.
“I became homeless when I had issues with my landlord and from there I sofa surfed for a bit. After that, I slept on the streets for six days. When that happened, I asked a friend to look after my Old Time English Bulldog, Boycee, so that he would be properly cared for.
I came off from the streets and moved into a St Mungo’s accommodation which allows pets too – it was important I had Boycee back with me.
He’s five now, and I’ve had him since he was a newborn puppy. Boycee doesn’t chew things up, he’s not vicious at all and he enjoys playing with the other dogs here.
I wouldn’t be alive without him – he helps me through PTSD and depression. If we weren’t together, I wouldn’t leave my room for days at a time. He gives me a reason to get up and out each day.
I’m being supported by St Mungo’s into my own accommodation, in a place where I can live with Boycee and my kids can stay too.”
