Help Santa Fill the Calhoun County Animal Center's Wish List!

This winter, our local shelters need your help more than ever.

 

The Calhoun County Animal Center is working tirelessly to keep all its residents, from dogs and cats to all the other animals they care for, safe, warm, and happy until they find their forever homes.

 

We have a unique opportunity to act as Santa's helpers and ensure the shelter has the essential supplies it needs to care for its beloved animals, especially as the cold weather approaches.

 

A Crucial Winter Need: Pet-Friendly Ice Melt

One of the most immediate and urgent needs this time of year is pet-friendly ice melt, or "pet-friendly salt."

 

Traditional rock salt contains chemicals that can be extremely harmful to an animal's paws, causing irritation, burns, and serious digestive problems if they lick it off their feet. The shelter relies on a large supply of safe, chloride-free ice melt to keep walkways, play yards, and entry areas clear of ice while protecting the paws of every animal who walks on them.

 

Donating this specific item is one of the most important ways you can contribute to the direct health and comfort of the animals right now!

 

The Full Wish List: Everyday Essentials and Comfort

The Calhoun County Animal Center has provided a full wish list of supplies they need to maintain their high standard of care. By donating any of the items below, you are making a tangible difference in the life of a homeless pet:

 

• Cleaning Supplies (High Priority!)

  • Bleach

  • HE (High-Efficiency) Laundry Detergent

  • Original Blue Dawn Dish Soap

  • Garbage Bags (Kitchen-size and large heavy-duty)

  • Paper Towels

  • OdoBan

• Animal Care Supplies

  • Cat Litter (Non-clumping clay preferred)

  • Hot Dogs (Used for administering dog medication)

  • Peanut Butter (Used to stuff enrichment toys like Kongs)

  • Small Training Dog Treats

  • Dog and Cat Food (Both soft/canned and hard/dry are needed, including Kitten Food)

• Comfort & Enrichment

  • Small Fleece Blankets (They ask for no pillows, sheets, large comforters, or clothing)

  • Kuranda Dog Beds (These durable, raised beds are more long-lasting than traditional beds)

  • Dog Toys (Kongs and Nylabones are preferred—no stuffing or rope toys)

  • Cat Toys

 

How You Can Help

You can help the Calhoun County Animal Center fill their "Santa's Sleigh" in a few ways:

 

1. Drop Off Supplies: Purchase items from the list and deliver them directly to the shelter at 165 Union St. S., Battle Creek, MI 49014.

2. Make a Monetary Donation: The shelter gladly accepts monetary donations via their PayPal, which allows them to purchase the most urgently needed items as their stock runs low. Check their official website for a direct link.

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Every bag of pet-safe salt, every bottle of bleach, and every durable toy directly contributes to a safer, cleaner, and happier environment for animals awaiting their forever families.

 

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Will you join the effort and help Santa fill the Calhoun County Animal Center's wish list this holiday season?