Safe Havens for Pets

Love should not hurt you or your pet. Visit safehavensforpets.org 💜

It’s time to recognize that pets are incredibly important and deserve to be considered in both policy and community initiatives.

A recent study reported that during court hearings, survivors are often ignored and blamed by legal professionals. It’s crucial for us to stand together so that survivors feel supported and comfortable enough to share their worst moments of abuse, including often overlooked experiences with their pets.

Today we are highlighting the fantastic work of Lost Our Home Pet Rescue! 🩵🐶🐈

On this Pet Remembrance Day, we honor the pets taken too soon by domestic violence. Their love and loyalty will never be forgotten. 🐾💔

4 simple safety tips to keep in mind for your pets this Fourth of July. 🎆🇺🇸🐾

This 4th of July, let's make sure our pets stay safe and sound! 🎆🐾

Day 3 of our Foster a Pet Month spotlight series highlights the work of Against Abuse, Inc.💜🐾

Day 2 of our Foster a Pet Month Spotlight series features A New Hope Center! Their remarkable fostering efforts for pets of survivors in Oswego, NY, are truly inspiring. Visit their website to learn more about their impactful pet protection program. 🐾

Harmony Dog Rescue in Pittsburgh offers safe havens for dogs whose owners are experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, or medical emergencies. Through a network of foster homes, they provide temporary care for pets of people in need.

For more information, visit harmonydogrescue.org. To search if there are similar resources in your area, visit safehavensforpets.org. 🐾🏘️

An important step in protecting survivors and their pets starts with selecting the right foster family. Part 5 of our Foster a Pet Month series gives some quick tips for vetting foster families. 🏠❤️

🐾 Part 4 of our National Foster a Pet Month Series offers essential insights on how to build a pet foster network from scratch.

Ready to open your heart and home to a foster pet? Swipe through for tips on how to make your space comfy and promote a smooth transition for your new furry friend!

When fostering a pet of a domestic violence survivor, there are certain safety considerations to take into account. For part 2 of our National Foster a Pet Month series, we’re diving deep into safety tips for foster families. 🏠💗

June is National Foster a Pet Month! 🐾🩷 In part 1 of our 5-part foster tips series, we highlight the benefits of fostering a pet.

It’s no secret that at Safe Havens for Pets, we recognize the immense bond we have with our furry family members. Our mission is not only to connect survivors with resources for shelter for their pets but also to celebrate the special connection between pets and their human companions.

Visit safehavensforpets.org to access resources for domestic violence survivors and their pets.

Happy National Rescue Dog Day! Today, we are celebrating the special bond between humans and pets who have found their forever homes through rescue efforts. By rescuing a dog from a shelter or rescue organization, you're providing a second chance at life for a dog in need.

Domestic violence survivors should never have to choose between their personal safety and that of their pets. It's time for agencies to step up and provide the support for ALL survivors of domestic violence, pets included.

Passionate about making a difference for domestic violence survivors and their pets? We offer volunteer and internship opportunities at Safe Havens for Pets!

Behind every domestic violence statistic is a story of unimaginable courage. This story from a survivor of domestic violence serves as a reminder of the terrifying reality faced by so many.

By recognizing the signs of animal abuse, you can be the voice for the voiceless. ❤️‍🩹🐾

Introducing a new series that highlights grant recipients from the federal Office of Victims Crimes Emergency and Transitional Pet Shelter and Housing Assistance Grant Program, a specialized government program that helps organizations better meet the housing needs of domestic violence survivors with pets.✨ Today, we’re spotlighting FY2023 recipient The Ion Center For Violence Prevention ❤️

✨We are excited to unveil updates to our website! ✨

These updates are designed to make the safehavensforpets.org experience more user-friendly. We also have added several components to make finding domestic violence services with pet resources easier than ever.

This National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, we're focusing on the theme “How would you help?” and shining a light on five ways to support survivors with pets.

Every act of kindness and generosity, no matter how small, can make an impact in their lives. From assembling care packages to organizing local foster networks, these tips offer tangible ways to make a difference for people and their pets.

This is a real survivor story that highlights the heartbreaking choice many individuals face between their own safety and that of their pet. Our directory, safehavensforpets.org, is a searchable list of domestic violence resources with pet services across the country–resources that allow DV survivors to seek safety for themselves AND their pet.

We are excited to highlight the fantastic work of HEART L.A. Housing Equality & Advocacy Resource Team, which works toward keeping pets and people together in safe homes. Their efforts to promote housing equity are making a massive difference in the LA area. Interested in the resources they offer? Visit heartla.org.🩵

The final piece in our empathy series is a quick guide with markers to measure the improvement of empathy in a child. Thank you for your engagement and dedication to nurturing empathy in children and preventing animal abuse.🌟 Check out our most recent posts to discover practical tips and tools to cultivate empathy in the young minds around you.🌱💕

Lift those paws for National Pet Day! At Safe Havens for Pets, we cherish our furry friends daily, but today is extra special. 🐾 Have any fun plans for this year's celebration? Share below! ⬇️