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Stories Honoring a Decade of Supporting Survivors & Pets

PALS’ extraordinary journey in offering co-living for domestic violence survivors and pets to stay and heal together in shelter, through the voices of people who inspire and elevate the groundbreaking program’s mission.

Stay Together. Heal Together.

PALS opens doors to domestic violence survivors who, without other options, face the difficult choice between remaining in abuse or escaping and leaving their pets behind. As the groundbreaking program commemorates ten years of changing lives, the journey of PALS’ growth, impact, and future is best told through those who inspire and advance its mission to cultivate safe and secure spaces for people and animals to stay together and heal together. Their voices give rise to the intersection of domestic violence and pets, and the critical need to expand PALS programming. Watch these heartfelt stories and donate to help provide more pet-friendly shelter and services for individuals and families fleeing abuse.

Featured Stories

Looking Back on 10 Years of PALS

Heartwarming Testimony on Finding Safety, Healing & Peace

Supporting Survivors & Their Pets on the Road to Healing

More PALS Stories

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Gratitude to PALS’ Partners in Government

A Lifeline for Survivors, Their Families & Pets in NYC

A Blossoming Partnership in Supporting the Human-Animal Bond

Looking Back on 10 Years of PALS

Heartwarming Testimony on Finding Safety, Healing & Peace

Supporting Survivors & Their Pets on the Road to Healing

A Truly Unique Program for People and Animals

Many Thanks to All Who Have Helped Elevate PALS

How to Support PALS

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