Pens, folders, notebooks, electronics, and batteries are among the items used in the offices of animal shelters. Office supplies are often needed for those tasks. When you think of helping animal shelters, you probably think mostly about helping the dogs directly, but there are many administrative functions at animal shelters that are necessary for helping shelter dogs find homes. Office supplies (Picture Credit: Getty Images) Some shelters will also take rolls of newspaper, so long as any glossy ads are removed for safety. Paper towels, garbage bags, rubber gloves, spray bottles, storage bins, and Ziplock bags are among the items that help animal shelters stay clean and organized. Organization and cleaning supplies (Picture Credit: Robin Arlt / EyeEm/Getty Images)Īs you can imagine, there are plenty of potty accidents to clean up around the shelter, as well as everyday messes that happen when you have a lot of animals together in one place. Ask your local shelter if they accept these donated items. Shelters tend to accept sheets, blankets, and towels regardless of whether they are new or used, so long as they are clean and aren’t completely falling apart, though not all do. Accidents, chewing, and general use make these items hard to keep in stock. Sheets, blankets, or towels (Picture Credit: Getty Images)īedding material is very needed in shelter settings, and shelter dogs go through this stuff pretty fast. Most shelters will take rope toys, balls, and toys from well-known brands like Kong.
Shelter dogs can go through toys pretty fast, but it’s important to provide them with the mental stimulation and comfort that come with having items to play with. Donate them! Sturdy toys (Picture Credit: GeorgePeters/Getty Images) Most would also take biodegradable poop bags, too. Many shelters are willing to accept any new or gently used walking accessories. Leashes, collars, and harnesses (Picture Credit: Getty Images)ĭogs need walks, and it can be especially hard to keep up with walking supplies for all of the dogs of various sizes that come to an animal shelter. Some shelters can also use bowls, but call and ask what kinds they will take, as some shelters will only accept metal bowls. They’re usually willing to make use of anything that hasn’t been opened yet, though please make sure the food items haven’t reached their expiration date.
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