One year into the COVID-19 pandemic, we are still doing everything we can to protect ourselves and protect others. For those surviving every day in an abusive relationship, staying home to stop the spread can come with a different kind of threat -- for themselves and their pets.
According to a national survey of domestic violence shelters, 85% of women and 63% of children who entered shelters reported incidents of pet abuse in their homes.
Because many domestic violence shelters do not have the space to board pets, survivors are faced with an incredibly difficult choice: abandon their pet or continue to face abuse at home.
RedRover believes no one should have to make that decision.
In 2021, just 17% of domestic violence shelters in the United States are able to accomodate pets on-site, up from 10% since 2012. This crippling unmet need presents a significant barrier for survivors and their pets seeking safety.
Even though they are putting their own lives at risk, up to 65% of survivors stay in their domestic violence situation or delay leaving because they fear for their pet's safety.
That's why RedRover is working to ensure that at least 25% of domestic violence shelters in the United States are able to welcome survivors and their pets by the end of 2025. We need caring and compassionate people like you to help us spread the word.
Sign to join RedRover's efforts to increase the number of pet-friendly domestic violence shelters in the United States to 25% by 2025 and give more survivors and their pets the peace and healing they deserve.
