Nafshi has seen up close the ripple effect of the economic pressures that are forcing people out of their homes, pets in tow. Some of the pets’ owners are living in their cars following foreclosure; others are bunking with friends or living in shelters that don’t allow animals. People usually have to be pretty desperate before they give up their pets, Nafshi has found.
 
“We hear it all, believe me. Your heart just breaks for people,” Nafshi said.     more...

"I wanted to help families that were going through a life crisis, who had pets, but no way to care for them," said Pople, executive director of the foundation.

Seer Farms is different than an animal shelter in that most of the animals are dropped off by families who plan to eventually reunite with them. Farm officials will sign a contract with the pet owner to hold the pet for one, three or six months while assuming practically all of the animal's expenses and medical needs. The owner, as is often the case, returns regularly for visits.     more...