Women postpone going into safe houses until pets have homes
Women are postponing escape from abusive relationships due to concerns for their pets' safety, the RSPCA reported. In Queensland last year, the Pets in Crisis program supported 112 people and 170 animals, highlighting the crucial role pets play in domestic violence situations. New laws have improved court considerations regarding pet ownership in these cases.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 21:13 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 21:20 UTC
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