Our local animal shelter – FAAS (Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter) along with Oakland and Hayward shelters came to the rescue of 41 cats that were part of an animal hoarding case earlier this month. With the Alameda shelter already full and resources stretched to the breaking point, there was a great need and no time to waste in getting large quantities of critical supplies to FAAS quickly.
Recognizing that it could take weeks to get enough litter pans, towels, and dishes for food and water over to the shelter, I was compelled to take immediate and decisive action to help FAAS get over the crushing need for supplies. We (actually my HC) jumped on the computer and ordered the essential supplies to cover the most pressing needs and . . . Presto!, we started getting supplies coming to the house. Unfortunately, I was not able to assist in the delivery of the litter pans and water bowls, because he has this little sports car. However, my heart was with him.
I did test out the towels on one of my walks to be sure they would be up to the job. I am indebted to FAAS since they took care of me for more than 7 months until I got this reporter gig, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to help them out at such a critical time. There are still so many immediate needs, and they can use either straight donations via the website or you can drop off cash, checks or gift cards from local businesses like See Spot Run (1320 Park Street), Petco (2310 South Shore Center), or Pet Food Express (2661 Blanding Avenue.) Gift cards from Chewy and Amazon are also welcome.
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CAT FOSTERING & ADOPTION INFO: https://www.alamedaanimalshelt...
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If you can help by fostering any of the many cats that are at the shelter, this will free up some space and lighten the load on the committed staff whose job it is to care for these animals.
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