Animals in shelters need more than just love and attention. They need items to keep them entertained, comfortable, and healthy. From pet toys to bedding material, there are many items that animal shelters need. If you're looking for ways to help out, Washington's Building Services has eight items that you can donate to an animal shelter in need.
Toys
- Pets love playing with toys, so why not donate any old or new pet toys to keep homeless dogs and cats entertained and happy? Soft items such as towels and blankets can also be used to clean, provide bedding, and make animals more comfortable during physical exams.Bedding Material
- Bedding material is essential in shelters, as dogs use it up quickly.Before donating, call the shelter to ask what types of bowls they accept, as some may only accept metal bowls.
Cleaning Supplies
- Paper towels, garbage bags, rubber gloves, spray bottles, storage containers and zip bags are all items that help animal shelters stay clean and organized.Monetary Donations
- Donations can be used to cover the costs of daily operations, supplies, staff training, animal housing improvements, community outreach programs, animal enrichment, and more. Every animal shelter and rescue organization has bills to pay and your generous monetary donation will be greatly appreciated.Office Supplies
- When you think about helping animal shelters, you probably think mostly of directly helping dogs. However, there are many administrative functions in animal shelters that are needed to help shelter dogs find a home. Pens, folders, notebooks, electronic devices and batteries are among the items used in animal shelter offices.Furniture
- Even if none of these things are feasible for you, there are many items that could be useful at the shelter and that you could donate to improve the lives of the animals.Before donating furniture such as armchairs or cribs, call the shelter to ask if they accept these items.
