Americans Turn to Foster Pets for Companionship While Stuck at Home Animal rescue organizations across the U.S. have
reported an uptick in adoptions over the past month as people have been staying home because of COVID-19. Best Friends Animal Society, a nonprofit with
locations around the country, has seen a "surge" in
pet applications, according to CEO Julie Castle. Julie Castle, via CBS News Julie Castle,
via CBS News North Shore Animal League America is also seeing
an increase in foster applications, according to
senior vice president of operations Joanne Yohannan. Joanne Yohannan,
via CBS News Hearts & Bones Rescue said that pet applications came pouring in as the virus began spreading throughout
New York City, according to VP of marketing Allison Seelig. Allison Seelig,
via CBS News