Donations to Shelter
It’s winter and the worst time to be a pet without a home.
Whether the owner has passed away, is inattentive or the pet is a clever escape artist, the dog usually ends up being caught by animal control and taken to the shelter. Then there’s those who make the irresponsible decision to dump puppies in the city limits. Those too are taken into the shelter and adopted when healthy.
The city allocates funds for the shelter, which is seldom without several occupants. The budget is often extended due to the excess of uncared for or adventure seeking pets who wander or chase a passing cat or friendly dog and may be lost or just enjoying freedom.
Once in the shelter, a pet is checked for a collar and identification information. It can be picked up by the owner or adopted in town or through the Patterson Vet Clinic connections to groups that manage adoptions around the region.
Recently a few people have asked about donations to the shelter.
Donations of food are always welcome.
“We purchase High Point dog food from 59 Feed, Red Barn and Feeders Supply. It’s better for the dogs to have the same brand of food every day,” said Shawn Noel, community development director.
Other items that can be used are new towels for bathing dogs.
“Toys have been donated but have to be bleached for another dog to use,” Noel said.
“A large tub has been donated for dipping the dogs,” Noel said.
Monetary donations are also utilized.
“We can kick up another spay and neuter program with funds, which helps control the pet population in Stilwell,” said Noel.
It is
$10 to adopt and
$50 to surrender a pet.
Contact animal control at 919 575-4454 or 918 575-0377.
