Butler County Humane Society, VOICe team up with new program
Jennifer Hartzell plays with kittens at the Butler County Humane Society Thursday morning. Shane Potter/Butler Eagle
Partnership provides foster homes for the pets of victims of abuse
Dogs are often called “man’s best friend,” because they are one of the few animals that can pick up on a human’s emotions and reflect it in their own behavior.
Cari Ciancio, executive director of the Butler County Humane Society, said the organization has partnered with VOICe to help victims escape an abusive situation while also finding asylum for their pets.
“When they are in a violent situation, it is rough on them, too,” Ciancio said. “What this does is provide an opportunity to take care of these animals, get them out of a stressful situation, so that both the owner and the animal can get into a safe housing situation.”
To sign up to be a foster home for the humane society, visit its website at butlercountyhs.org.
