Pet Refuge shelter for animals at risk of family violence opens - a podcast by RNZ

The first shelter for pets harmed by, or at risk of family violence is opening its doors.
The purpose-built Pet Refuge will be able take up to 75 animals at a time, keeping them until they can be reunited with owners.
It is hoped the refuge will help women leave an abusive relationship - safe in the knowledge that their pets are being looked after.
Social issues reporter Sarah Robson went to visit.

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