Backed by a national grant, advocates are studying barriers to adoption of rescued dogs and cats in Minneapolis. Beyond Minneapolis, Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE)is conducting surveys in Philadelphia, Atlanta and Miami. It hopes to identify solutions that make pet ownership more accessible. Those solutions likely involve spreading some of the compassion, so it’s not strictly for the animals, but toward humans, as well. James Evans, who founded the group in 2019, thinks about the nicest animal shelters in the country, and how they are often loud and stressful, with small, confined spaces. It’s not the same as seeing your dog laze on the sofa, knowing it has found its forever family.� A person applying to adopt a pet might not have the nicest home, but a loving home is better than none. � “Don’t let perfection be the enemy of good is advice I’ve given the whole field,” Evans said.�� Tap the link in our bio to read the full column by @laurayuenreports. Photos by ...