One of those people is Cathy Bissell who established the Bissell Pet Foundation. READ: Detroit Dog Rescue works to help pets outside in the cold, offers owners supportSixteen rescue partners traveled from around the country to bring donated food, blankets and cleaning supplies. Despite that, the number of abandoned pets is still high. One of the big reasons pets are abandoned is that many people don’t realize what a commitment it is to have a pet. AdCathy Bissell said her mission is to, “End pet homelessness and find a loving home for every pet.”If you’d like to learn more about her work and the Bissell Pet Foundation, check out the link below:Click here to learn more about the Bissell Pet Foundation.