SNAP benefits: Several American families are struggling to make ends meet as the SNAP payments remain disrupted amid the ongoing government shutdown, leaving them worried about families as well as pets.

SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program , offers monthly financial support for groceries. Though the benefits can’t be used for pet food, the food aid program helps low-income families free up money to purchase kibble. Also Read | US shutdown: Senators to work through weekend as workers remain unpaid

Sarah Lungwitz, a 46-year-old auto parts store worker, is worried about her pets. She fears that she may have to surrender her cat, Bambi, and two dogs — Spike and Chloe.

“I don’t even make enough money for all my bills, let alone groceries,” said Lungwitz told AP.

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