Humane Society of Harrisburg Area - SafeHaven Program
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- What it is
- Crisis and temporary pet care
- Where
- Central Pennsylvania
- Status
- Accepting applications
- Checked
- on the official website, November 3, 2026
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Short-term emergency housing for dogs and cats in foster homes under the shelter's animal care staff. Covers pets of people staying at partner domestic violence shelters and pets whose owners need a temporary place for them in a natural disaster. Includes up to 30 days of boarding, vaccinations, food and daily care.
Good to know
- Who can use it: Dogs and cats of people staying at the YWCA of Greater Harrisburg or Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland & Perry Counties, or of people displaced by a natural disaster.
- How to get started: For domestic violence, call a participating shelter hotline for a referral (YWCA of Greater Harrisburg 800-654-1211; Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland & Perry Counties 800-852-2102). For disasters, contact the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area.
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