“Even pets need our help this holiday season,” says Mike Kucan, business manager of Heartland Animal Hospitals.
Donations to food banks generally rise in the spirit of Christmas giving at this time each year. However, Kucan notes, donors don’t always remember that food bank users often also struggle with bills for pet food, as well as groceries. Kucan says many people may not even be aware that food banks accept pet food donations and that Heartland is organizing the drive as a way of “giving back to the community.”
Heartland Animal Hospitals of Mount Forest, Drayton and Listowel will be accepting pet food and treats for dogs and cats until Dec. 20. Donations will be distributed through the Drayton Food Bank, Mount Forest Community Pantry and The Salvation Army Community Services branch in Listowel.
Donors may bring in pet food and cash to all three locations. Pet food and treats will also be available for purchase at Heartland. Cash donations will be used to purchase additional pet food for the drive.
