In an innovative effort to address a critical gap in services for victim-survivors of domestic violence, six
prominent Twin Cities organizations—Women's Advocates, The Bond Between(Secondhand Hounds), Cornerstone, Four Winds Connections, Animal Humane Society, and Tubman—are joining forces to save lives and ensure the safety of both victim-survivors and their beloved pets.
Recognizing the profound bond between people and their pets, especially during times of crisis, these
organizations are working together to ensure that victim-survivors of domestic violence seeking refuge in
shelters have a safe haven for their beloved furry family members. Their shared mission is to break the cycle of abuse and eliminate barriers that prevent individuals from seeking safety in shelters by providing a
comprehensive solution for the care of their pets.
This program relies on community members in Twin Cities area of Minnesota to become foster homes and to provide transport to pets, playing a crucial role in supporting victim-survivors during their stay in an emergency shelter at Women’s Advocates, Cornerstone, or Tubman.
In submitting this form I also confirm that I have never been convicted of a crime against animals.
with gratitude,
MN Pet Coalition
mnpetcoalition@gmail.com