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Social interaction among homeless people is impacted by pet ownership. Many homeless pet owners reported that having a dog facilitated conversation, but at the same time having a dog had a negative impact on their ability to find housing because homeless shelters, rental housing, and subsidized government housing continue to have strict ...
This is a priority for pet owners. Although 21% of the renters we surveyed were willing to compromise on their budget for housing, only 9% were willing to compromise on pet-friendliness.
California pet owners struggling to find a rental that accepts their furry, four-legged family members could have an easier time leasing new housing under proposed state legislation that would ban ...
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California pet owners struggling to find a rental that accepts their furry, four-legged family members could have an easier time leasing new housing under proposed state legislation that would ban blanket no-pets policies and prohibit landlords from charging additional fees for common companions like cats and dogs.
New Partnership Keeps Homeless Families Together with Their Pets PetSmart and Family Promise launch PetSmart Promise program PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- A new national program will help temporarily ...
Her studies of pet ownership among the homeless found that many modify their life activities for fear of losing their pets. Pet ownership prompts them to act responsibly, with many making a deliberate choice not to drink or use drugs, and to avoid contact with substance abusers or those involved in any criminal activity for fear of being ...
Helen Woodward Animal Center holds an annual fundraising event for surfing dogs and surfing people called the Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon [12] at Dog Beach, in Del Mar, California. [13] This event helps raise awareness and money for animals while promoting responsible pet ownership. [14] The Center also publishes a quarterly newsletter called "The ...
When owners have to relocate, they may be forced to give up their pets if they can’t find suitable replacement housing. That means more homeless animals and an increased strain on shelters.