What if you were to do some homework? Compile a list of services offered in the community and leave it with her. You may have to get tough and risk your relationship.Tell her that you understand you are 'rocking the boat' but your friendship means enough to risk doing that.

Contact a shelter. They will be able to help you with additional resources and even suggest ways to initiate the process. In some cases, they will come and get the person requiring the help. They can sometimes arrange care/fostering of pet(s). If they can't they will be able to recommend how you can help.