Seattle Humane says high inflation is forcing people to give up their pets
Seattle Humane is reporting an increase in people calling to give up their pets, and one of the reasons is due to high inflation.
Brandon Macz of Seattle Humane said the high cost of food, living expenses and even the difficulty of getting pets veterinary care is contributing to the increase in calls.
"It's very hard to get an appointment for your pet," Macz said. "A lot of people are leaving more so than the ones who are entering, so clinics are shutting down and it's getting very hard getting that necessary medical care. And lets not forget the cost as well."
Macz said no pet owner should have to surrender their pets because of a rise in costs. As a way to help, Seattle Humane has programs in place to help owners who are going through hardships. It offers a program that puts pets in temporary foster homes until the owner is able to get them back.
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