Creating a Safe Haven for Pets... and Hope for Survivors
Upcoming Events
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month!
PAWS FOR PROTECTION
Virtual Walk • October 1–31, 2026
Walk for pets. Walk for survivors. Walk for safety.
This October, join A Safe Haven for Paws for our first annual Paws for Protection Virtual Walk in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Walk anywhere, anytime throughout October—by yourself, with friends and family, or with your four-legged walking buddy. 💜
$25 Virtual Walk | $40 Walk + T-Shirt
🏆 Prizes throughout the month!
Compete for most miles walked, share your best photos, participate in fun challenges, and watch for random prize drawings.
Every registration helps provide temporary safe boarding, veterinary care, medications, transportation, and essential pet needs for pets whose families are escaping domestic violence.
YOUR WALK. THEIR SAFETY. OUR COMMUNITY.
REGISTER FOR PAWS FOR PROTECTION →
Why We Exist
Domestic violence affects millions of individuals each year. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV):
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1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men have experienced severe intimate partner physical violence.
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Every minute, approximately 20 people in the U.S. are physically abused by an intimate partner.
But there’s another often-overlooked aspect of this crisis: the impact on pets.
Statistics show a heartbreaking link between domestic violence and animal abuse:
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Up to 71% of pet-owning women entering domestic violence shelters report that their abuser had threatened, harmed, or killed a pet.
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As many as 48% of survivors delay leaving an abusive situation because they fear what will happen to their pets if left behind.
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Only about 17% of domestic violence shelters in the U.S. can accommodate pets, leaving many survivors with impossible choices.
We founded A Safe Haven For Paws, Inc. because we believe no survivor should have to choose between their safety and their beloved animal companion.
Who We Help
Our services are available to anyone in Northeast Nebraska who is escaping domestic violence and needs help caring for their pets during their journey to safety and stability. Whether it's a few nights of emergency boarding or help covering medical expenses, we're here to make sure survivors don't have to face this path alone—or without their pets.
How You Can Help
We’re just getting started, and your support is crucial. You can:
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Donate: Every dollar helps provide care for a pet in need.
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Foster: Open your home temporarily to an animal in transition.
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Partner: Are you a vet clinic, shelter, or social service agency? Let’s collaborate.
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Spread the word: Follow us on social media and share our mission.
Join Us
Every survivor deserves to feel safe. Every pet deserves to be protected. At A Safe Haven For Paws, Inc., we stand at the intersection of both needs—offering not just shelter, but hope.
Our Mission
A Safe Haven For Paws, Inc. bridges the gap between human and animal welfare by providing:
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Emergency funding for veterinary care, boarding, and pet supplies for survivors in transition.
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Partnerships with local shelters, foster families, and veterinarians to provide short-term care and long-term solutions.
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Advocacy and awareness campaigns that address the link between domestic violence and animal abuse.
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Trauma-informed support rooted in our founders’ mental health expertise, understanding the therapeutic power pets hold during recovery.
Our Projects
See how A Safe Haven for Paws is turning our mission into action.
Shelter Program
Providing temporary shelters for pets in need of safety and care.
Education Initiatives
Offering educational programs on pet care and welfare to promote responsible ownership.
Community Outreach
Engaging with the community to raise awareness on domestic violence and gather support for our cause.
Community Training
Providing education and training to community partners to promote responsible pet ownership, animal welfare, and safe, supportive environments for companion animals.
Fundraising Campaigns
Organizing events and campaigns to raise funds for pet care efforts.
Volunteer Opportunities
Join our team of dedicated volunteers to make a difference in the lives of survivors and their pets.
SEE OUR WORK IN ACTION
See the events, partnerships, fundraising efforts, community outreach, and milestones that are helping us build a safer Nebraska for survivors and their pets.
