Financial Crisis or Foreclosure?
Resources to Help You Keep Your Pets
Are you experiencing financial problems that are making it difficult to afford the cost of keeping your pets?
Are you facing
foreclosure and don't think you can take your pets to a new home?
There are resources that can help you keep your furry family member.
has a list of organizations that offer financial aid to people with pets.
has a number of resources to help pet owners facing foreclosure.
Contact your local shelters & rescue organizations. Many have lists of local resources for acquiring pet food,
pet friendly housing
and low-cost veterinary care. Many local food banks & animal rescues also offer
pet food & litter.
Pet
Friendly Housing
If you absolutely have to move out of your home, look for pet friendly housing. These web sites list pet friendly
apartments and homes for rent:
Temporary Care for Pets
If you are unable to locate pet friendly housing in your price range, or if you are living someplace temporarily
and
your pets aren't welcome, consider finding a temporary foster home for your pets. Check with friends, family members, neighbors
& others who might be willing to care for your pets temporarily.
Some shelters & rescue groups have programs for people
who need to find temporary placement for pets because of a financial or family crisis. To locate shelters & rescue groups
in your area, go to Pets911.com.
For more helpful hints on keeping your pet, go to
With advance planning and perseverance on your part,
giving up a beloved family pet does not have to be your only option!