With nearly 1 in 4 of philadelphia ’s 1. 5 million residents living below the poverty line and hundreds of thousands more struggling to make ends meet, paws helps pet owners keep and care for their beloved pets rather than face having to surrender them to a shelter. Last week alone, the shelter took in over 300 animals, and about 140 were dogs. · acct philly desperately needs to find forever homes for several shelter pets due to overcrowding. She has a calm, loving nature and is an absolute joy to have around. Now, several canines are running out of time as the shelter runs out of space. · as inflation continues to rise, more families across philadelphia are being forced to make a heartbreaking decision — surrendering their pets due to financial or housing hardship. Dogs with minor behavioral issues who would normally have to wait longer to find the right home may not be afforded that time because space is so limited. · founded in 1874, the morris animal refuge is a pioneer in animal welfare. The philadelphia -based life saving organization is committed to adoption, education, and high-quality care with the goal of finding positive and humane outcomes for animals in need. Mercedes is a truly sweet and gentle soul who is looking for her forever home. Mercedes loves her walks and still has plenty of energy for her age, but she’s equally happy to spend her downtime sleeping or snuggling on the couch. · in the past week, the shelter says 140 dogs came in, putting their facility over capacity with 367 animals. · shelter officials say it’s often tough to find adoptive or foster homes for animals over the holidays.

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