MN Pet Coalition
Nearly half of all domestic violence victim-survivors remain in abusive situations rather than leave their pets behind.
The Minnesota Pet Coalition aims to break the cycle of abuse and eliminate barriers that prevent individuals from seeking safety in shelters by providing a comprehensive solution for the care of their pets. The greatest need is foster homes in order to keep victim-survivors' pets safe. Fostering options include short-term (up to 72 hours) or long-term (up to 90 days). This critical gap in services across Minnesota is why providers Women’s Advocates, Cornerstone and Tubman are collaborating with animal well-being organizations Four Winds Connections, The Bond Between and Animal Humane Society. Together, we're expanding temporary pet housing services to those staying in emergency shelters.
"We often hear from victim-survivors that they are wanting to leave an abusive situation but are concerned for the safety/well-being of their pets. Knowing there is immediate care available, even for a short period, can make all the difference in the world." ~ Cornerstone's Day One MNAFAS program
“When you’re going through something very traumatic like that, your pet kind of becomes your safety net. I knew I couldn’t leave them there because I was afraid [my abuser] would hold that against me and abuse them and do something to manipulate the situation so I’d come back” ~ Victim-survivor
Apply to be a pet foster home here: https://tinyurl.com/ApplyMNPC. And consider donating to MN Pet Coalition below.
The Minnesota Pet Coalition aims to break the cycle of abuse and eliminate barriers that prevent individuals from seeking safety in shelters by providing a comprehensive solution for the care of their pets. The greatest need is foster homes in order to keep victim-survivors' pets safe. Fostering options include short-term (up to 72 hours) or long-term (up to 90 days). This critical gap in services across Minnesota is why providers Women’s Advocates, Cornerstone and Tubman are collaborating with animal well-being organizations Four Winds Connections, The Bond Between and Animal Humane Society. Together, we're expanding temporary pet housing services to those staying in emergency shelters.
"We often hear from victim-survivors that they are wanting to leave an abusive situation but are concerned for the safety/well-being of their pets. Knowing there is immediate care available, even for a short period, can make all the difference in the world." ~ Cornerstone's Day One MNAFAS program
“When you’re going through something very traumatic like that, your pet kind of becomes your safety net. I knew I couldn’t leave them there because I was afraid [my abuser] would hold that against me and abuse them and do something to manipulate the situation so I’d come back” ~ Victim-survivor
Apply to be a pet foster home here: https://tinyurl.com/ApplyMNPC. And consider donating to MN Pet Coalition below.