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Originally Posted by NotGolfer
I'll probably be pounced upon here....but here goes. We were watching the news last night and they showed a "pet friendly" shelter. The room had ALL the animals separated from their humans, in crates but the noise was horrible. The dogs were mostly barking or whining and shivering! I KNOW folks in manufactured homes need to go somewhere as do their animals BUT it didn't seem like a pleasant experience for these pets. I don't know of another viable solution to this (other than fore-going having a pet). It's a delimma for sure!
I think our community, county and state is doing the best they know how in this dire situation and I for one, appreciate it. The news coverage has been great (if not a bit over-saturated...but they have to do it). LOTS of information on t.v., the radio, the press and social media. IF anyone says "I didn't know!"---then they've been living under a rock!!
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It's a dilemma for sure. Shelters are not pleasant places but they do save lives.
As to "living under a rock," keep in mind that there are many folks living with dementia who are not capable of planning ahead. Their pet may be their only family. They refuse to leave it behind.
Folks, we all pay taxes to support our respective county EMA. They are the safety net for those who can't make responsible choices. The EMA mission is preparedness for all scenarios. Residents shouldn't be left to perish because they can't bring their pet. This is pathetic.
As to available space, I think it's great the Villages is helping (they aren't required to) but never heard what churches are doing. I didn't see them listed on the county sites but that may have been a preliminary list. I hope so.