The pandemic has exacerbated affordable housing shortages that already existed, often forcing low-income households to choose between paying rent and buying groceries, medicine and other necessities—including pet-related expenses.

To help, the leading animal welfare organizations in Arizona have formed the Pet Housing Help AZ Task Force, which is aimed at reducing the number of dogs and cats entering Arizona shelters by providing the resources needed to keep pets and their families together. The new organization provides information, resources and a community rehoming/temporary foster network for struggling pet owners impacted by the COVID-19 housing crisis.

Pet owners who needs assistance can visit https://pethousinghelpaz.org/ for more information.

 

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