Abandoned Pets: Another Consequence of Foreclosure, Unemployment

In addition to homeless families, abandoned pets are also considered to be one of the unfortunate consequences of the current economic recession. Most of these animals were left behind in properties that were repossessed due to mortgage default while the others were given up because their owners are no longer capable of caring for them due to tight financial circumstances resulting from job loss.

According to animal experts, dogs and cats can suffer from dehydration if left without water for 24 hours and will surely die within a few days. Families who abandon their pets because of foreclosure may not realize the consequence of their actions as they are busy coping with the stress and trauma of losing their homes. Of course, this is not a valid reason for treating these animals cruelly.

On the other hand, there are those who were left with no choice but to take their pets to the nearby shelter since the apartment or condo unit they are renting does not allow the tenants to have pets.

By Cassiano Travareli