Victims of Foreclosure ~ Man's Best Friend

[Sue Berger]

Innocent animals who look to their owner's for care are being left behind to fend for themselves in abandoned homes. Some left out in the cold, tied or staked out, not given the chance to forge for themselves. Yes these are the most recent victims of foreclosures.

Our area of Gladwin has not seen pets left behind in their homes as other areas have, although the animal shelter is seeing an increase in owners feeling they have no choice but to turn their pets over as they struggle to find housing for their families.

Please keep in mind as you see abandoned homes in your area to pay attention to the yard and surroundings. If you see or hear barking or whining call your local animal shelter or proper authorities to investigate.

Saddened by hopelessness felt by those who feel they have no choice but to turn their pets over to animal shelters I spoke with our local shelter, they suggested I post the web address of petfinder hoping those looking for a new pet might consider adopting one of the many needing our help. The web address is http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/MI547.html . Just type in the animal you would like to adopt dog, cat, or use the drop down to view all that are available, type in your zip code and it will take you to your local animal shelter page. Photo courtesy of Gladwin Animal Shelter. This little boys names is Bones and he would love to be your best friend.

Families in crisis, animal experts urge you to find a friend, a neighbor or a shelter but never leave your pet behind.