No One Left Outside
Help stop people experiencing homelessness being forced to choose between a safe place to stay and the pet they love.
A simple change. A life-changing impact.
Street Paws is calling for social landlords to follow the same principle already used in the private rented sector, meaning pets should not be unreasonably refused where a risk assessment shows it is safe.
This campaign does not require new legislation or additional funding. It needs only compassion, clarity and consistency in housing policy.
Learn More About the Campaign
Discover why this policy change is essential, read the stories behind Street Paws, and learn why Pet Remedy is fully standing behind the No One Left Outside movement.
Read the full storyCompassion should never come with conditions
“No one should ever be left outside because they refuse to abandon the animal they love.”
— Michelle Southern OBE, Founder of Street Paws
Supported by voices helping drive change
The campaign has received backing from well-known animal advocates including Ricky Gervais and Peter Egan, helping shine a national spotlight on the bond between people and their pets during times of hardship.
Peter Egan
Actor and animal advocate supporting the call for compassionate, pet-inclusive housing policy.
“No one should ever be forced to choose between a roof over their head and the companion who has stood by them through everything.”
Ricky Gervais
Writer, comedian and animal welfare supporter backing Street Paws and the No One Left Outside campaign.
“No one should be punished for loving their dog. Supporting Street Paws is just common sense, and basic humanity.”
Andy Hale
“Strong social connections offer both physical health and emotional health benefits, and for many people, these are found with their companion animals. This is especially true for individuals experiencing homelessness, whose closest source of security, love and connection often comes from their pets.
This is why I back Street Paws and their campaign to prevent anyone from having to choose between a stable home and keeping their companion animals. If we genuinely care about the wellbeing of society’s most vulnerable members, we must acknowledge the significance of these relationships and avoid making shelter conditional upon giving up beloved pets.”
Stand with Street Paws today
Help make sure no one experiencing homelessness is forced to choose between safety and the animal they love.
Sign the petitionFrequently asked questions
A campaign backed by Street Paws and supported by Pet Remedy, calling for housing policies that do not unreasonably refuse pets where a risk assessment shows it is safe.
Street Paws wants social landlords to follow the same principle already recognised in the private rented sector, so pets are not unfairly refused.
The campaign says no new legislation and no new funding are needed, only clarity and compassion in policy.
The most important action is to sign the petition and share the campaign with others.
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