Pet Refuge: Temporary shelter for pets affected by domestic violence
Could you leave
your pet behind
to escape family
violence?
Right now, pets need you.
A 19% increase in urgent calls shows more families need support to keep their pets safe. Today only, your donation can make twice the impact.
Every day, pets are used as tools to control and harm victims experiencing family violence.
Pet Refuge provides a safe, temporary haven for pets experiencing family violence, providing expert care, compassion and security.
Sadly most emergency housing providers and refuges do not allow pets, so victims stay in danger to protect them.
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Pets saved from dangerous situations
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Pets reunited with their families
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Costs covered for families in need
Nights of safety
For many victims, emergency housing means leaving their pet behind—an impossible choice that keeps over half of them trapped in violence.
Your donation removes this barrier, ensuring pets receive expert care at our purpose-built shelter, from veterinary treatment to tailored enrichment programs to help them heal. We provide this service at no cost, giving families peace of mind while they rebuild their lives.
We help pets across the whole country
Though our shelter’s location remains confidential for safety, thanks to generous people like you we provide free transport nationwide.
Click on the map to view statistics and stories from different regions.
Escaping violence cannot always be planned, *Bianca didn't have much notice for the day she had to move out and leaving her pet *Skipper behind was not an option.
Escaping violence cannot always be planned, *Bianca didn't have much notice for the day she had to move out and leaving her pet *Skipper behind was not an option.
Every Dollar Makes Healing Possible
Right now, families are delaying their escape because they fear for their pet's safety. Your support can change that. Whether you make a one-off or monthly donation, fundraise or simply spread the word, every action counts.
Need Help Now? We’re Here for You
If you and your pets are experiencing family violence we can help.
We provide safe, temporary shelter for pets, so you can escape and start to rebuild your life. Once you find a safe place to live, we reunite your pets with you.
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