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Cleveland APL Crisis Safety Net Program

What it is
Crisis and temporary pet care
Who it helps
Cuyahoga County pet owners in crisis who are working with a case manager
Where
Cuyahoga County
Status
Accepting applications
Checked
on the official website, November 5, 2026

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Temporary crisis foster care for up to 30 days for pets whose owners face hardships such as domestic violence, homelessness or hospitalization, so owners can access services without surrendering their animals.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
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How to reach them

Where: Cuyahoga County

Good to know

  • Who can use it: Cuyahoga County pet owners in crisis who are working with a case manager
  • How to get started: Complete the Crisis Safety Net Intake Form on the APL website. Questions: 216-377-1633.

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Sources

Cleveland APL Crisis Safety Net Program official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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