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NY Pet Owners Sacrifice Meals Amid Affordability Crisis
10/15/2025
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Story summary
- New Yorkers are struggling to feed their pets amid a growing affordability crisis.
- Daisy Santiago and Jose Santos prioritize their pets, often sacrificing their own meals.
- Many pet owners rely on food pantries, which cannot meet rising demand.
- Seniors are particularly affected by isolation and financial strain.
- Housing insecurity drives surrender or abandonment as owners can no longer afford to keep their pets.
