Pet-Friendly Domestic Violence Shelters Help More Victims to Safety
Posted on October 1, 2021 By Editor Animal House, Columns
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and abuse victims with pets are much more likely to seek help, escape a dangerous situation and leave their abuser, if they can bring their pet. Only approximately 12% of domestic violence shelters accept victims who arrive with pets. Another 24% offer referrals to animal welfare organizations, according to […]