ABC News: Owners Ditch Pets After Home Foreclosures
This quote from the article sums up the problem:
"No one keeps track of the numbers of abandoned pets, but anecdotal evidence suggests that forsaken animals are becoming a problem wherever foreclosures are climbing."
Like so many, this is a problem of multiple layers: people forced into foreclosure for any number of reasons, the all-too-prevalent "no pets allowed" housing issues, and so on. But leaving pets behind to fend for themselves is no answer.
If you, or someone you know are facing this problem, I urge you to read this: Foreclosure Victims Urged to Remember Pets When Relocating.
This is Bailey - a female, black and white cockapoo, and my furry little roommate. The information posted here are things I've learned and/or found in my quest to keep my pup happy and healthy. I hope you find something helpful or interesting here!