Safe Haven Program
At a moment’s notice, the Humane Society of Greater Dayton will provide temporary shelter for pets in a safe and secure location for families fleeing domestic violence situations.
If someone is in an abusive relationship and looking for a way to get out, we encourage them to contact a local advocacy center such as the Artemis Center or a domestic violence shelter such as YWCA Dayton. The Humane Society of Greater Dayton works directly with these organizations to arrange temporary housing for a pet while an individual or family works to relocate and safely move away from the abuse.
If you or someone you know are victims of domestic violence, we encourage you to contact one of our local advocacy groups’ hotlines. You can either call the Artemis Center’s 24/7 Domestic Violence Hotline at 937-461-HELP (4357) or the YWCA Dayton’s 24/7 onsite crisis hotline at 937-222-SAFE (7233). Both organizations can provide information regarding the Safe Haven Program as well. If you witness abuse toward an animal, contact the Humane Society of Greater Dayton at 855-PETS-911 or file a report online.
