Purcell Animal Shelter donation drive Saturday

The City of Purcell’s Community Outreach Committee will be hosting the first annual Animal Shelter Donation Drive.

You can help our local animal shelter by donating time, money, and much needed items. While the shelter budget allows it to provide the basics for the pets that are cared for, additional contributions help organizers go the extra mile to provide the high level of care these animals deserve. There are several ways the public can help.

Donation wish list items include cleaning supplies such as Clorox wipes, bleach, laundry detergent, paper towels; pet food (Fancy Feast Kitten wet food, Friskies shreds wet food, pedigree chopped adult dog wet food); treats; toys; plastic swimming pools; towels and blankets; pet beds; clumping cat litter and Walmart or Tractor Supply gift cards.

Give monetary donations to help the shelter. Cash/check donations can be made directly to the Purcell Animal Welfare Society (PAWS).

Those who are unable to donate, but would love to help, the shelter is always in need of volunteers to provide attention to our furry friends through play, affection, and daily walks.

According to the Animal Control Supervisor, Louise Zastrow, the shelter provides care for 30 dogs and 25 cats on average daily.

Louise also stated, “The Animal Shelter staff appreciates our community so much. We could not provide this level of care for our animals without the support of our community. It takes a village!”

This event will be held at the Purcell Police Department on Saturday, April 22, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

On the day of the event, citizens can simply drive up and drop off their donations to a staff member.

Please enter from Grant Street and follow the signs to the donation tent on the southeast corner.