Many communities rely on local shelters to help save the lives of many animals without a home. It’s important that shelters are available and have the essential resources they need. Here are a few ways you can share your support:
Become a Volunteer
While a good portion of volunteering for an animal shelter is cleaning up after the animals, (be prepared to get your hands dirty), a huge part is bonding and spending time with them. You will be helping the animals stay happy and active, while having fun taking care of them. Inevitably, you will become attached to one of them. Before you know it, someone else will be taking them to their new home. This can be the hardest part of volunteering for an animal shelter, but it is certainly worth it to see wonderful animals find great homes.
Become a Foster Parent
For various reasons, there are many animals out there that may need a little extra attention. It could be that they need medicine administered during hours the shelter isn’t open, or maybe they are too young to be left unattended. Whatever the reason may be, there are many shelters out there that are in need of foster parents. If this is something you are interested in, be sure to contact your local shelter!
Donate
If you do not have time to become a volunteer, that’s okay—there is still plenty you can do to help improve the animal’s lives. Shelters are constantly in need of cleaning supplies, animal food, grooming supplies, toys, etc. Some of the animals at the shelter may need medicine, and a monetary donation would go a long way. Old blankets and towels can be great donations too. Check with your local shelter to see what they are currently in need of.
Share Their Story
Do you have photography or video skills? Many shelters are looking for help to promote their animals. As animals come in and out of their facilities, they need to update pictures on their website and generate more video content to share on social media. Who doesn’t love a good cat video? You could be part of the reason these furry friends find a forever home.
Every little bit counts and benefits the animals of your community. Consider what you can do to make an impact.