The Lincoln County Humane Society is getting some help from PetSmart Charities of Canada for a new initiative with YWCA Lincoln and Gillian's Place.
The two shelters will work with the Humane Society to give up to one month of free pet boarding to victims of domestic abuse.
According to a release from the LCHS women are more likely to delay or avoid leaving an abusive relationship if they believe their pets may be harmed.
A $20,000 grant from PetSmart Charities of Canada could make that decision easier by funding 35 boarding arrangements through the new program.