October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence shelters provide a safe space to recover from trauma, but only 19% currently have onsite pet programs, which presents a significant barrier for many survivors seeking help. HABRI is proud to fund research on the experiences of survivors of domestic violence who own pets and support policies that empower shelters to act to increase the availability of pet-friendly domestic violence shelters in the U.S. The 25 by 2025 campaign’s goal is to get 25% of domestic violence shelters in the U.S. pet-friendly by 2025. It’s a project by RedRover, in partnership with PetSmart Charities and Greater Good Charities, with support from Purina. Learn more about how you can get involved from dvm360®:
This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we highlight the impact of domestic violence on pets. Only 19% of shelters currently have onsite pet programs, which means many survivors delay leaving out of concern for their pets. Help make a difference! Visit DomesticShelters.org to find pet-friendly shelters and learn about RedRover's mission to make 25% of shelters pet-friendly by 2025 at 25by2025.org. Together, we can help survivors and their pets escape abuse safely. Read more on how to get involved here: https://ow.ly/IYTf50TNHHw #DVAM #PetsAreFamily #HumanAnimalBond #25by2025 #PurpleLeashProject #PurpleThursday