Foreclosure Dogs
Lisa Loper of the Scott Loper Team looks at the unexpected victims of the foreclosure mess
A very sad unexpected victim of the recent housing and economic downturn are pets. According to a report by MSNBC, the number of dogs left at shelters by loving owners has rose 25 fold in the last few years. “Their pet is the last thing someone wants to give up,” said a spokesman for the Humane Society. But difficult financial times and people losing their homes has forced many pet owners to give up their animals as the owners move into apartments or with family. And as financial aid and donations to animal shelters has dropped, the shelters are feeling the pinch. What can you do? If you are thinking about getting a dog or a cat, consider visiting a local shelter. Mixed breeds do make wonderful pets, but for anyone seeking a pure bred…
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