The Banfield Foundation announced its commitment to raising awareness of the link between domestic violence and animal abuse by committing to invest $1 million over four years through its new Safer Together initiative. The program was designed to help create a world where victims of domestic violence and their pets can find safety together. This multi-faceted initiative includes a grant program, the creation of an all-volunteer Advisory Committee, continuing education for the veterinary profession, and a public awareness campaign. Research suggests up to 89 percent of pet-owning domestic violence victims…
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