Shelter Professionals

Foreclosure Pets Resources

The economy impacts everything -- even pets.

A growing number of animals are becoming victims of the economic downturn and the housing foreclosure crisis. Animal shelters, rescue groups and animal care and control agencies are seeing an increase in surrendered animals as homeowners struggle to make living arrangements that may or may not include their pets.

To help homeowners, mortgage lenders and shelters address the needs of companion animals during this difficult time, American Humane offers several downloadable resources (see the box below).

American Humane Foreclosure Pets Grants are also available to shelters to provide care to animal victims of the foreclosure crisis.

Grant monies are made available based on resources and the generosity of our donors and are awarded to qualifying American Humane member shelters. To help American Humane provide this vital funding, donations are critical – learn more about how to donate directly to the Foreclosure Pets Grants program.