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The kennels at Foundations
New Progress Housing Association’s homeless scheme, Foundations, has welcomed its first canine resident!
Kilo, arrived at Foundations to be with her owner, Marcus, after his friend could no longer home the dog for him.
She is living outside in one of two purpose-built kennels funded by Preston City Council.
Deputy Manager at Foundations, Henry Mcintrye, said: “For many homeless people, their pets become more than just companions, they become family. Pets provide emotional stability and a sense of purpose. It is therefore very hard for a homeless person to be parted from their dog.
“Many would rather remain on the streets with their dog than give up the dog to live in a homeless scheme.
“We now have the facility to be able to keep two dogs at any one time, however they are still their owners responsibility. We simply provide a kennel.”
Between 5 and 10 per cent of homeless people have pets and research indicates that homeless people with pets are less likely to become depressed or use drugs than those without pets.
