Pet Food Pantry

At the SPCA, we believe the bond between people and their pets is sacred. Our Pet Food Pantry offers temporary support so that no one in our community has to make the heartbreaking choice between feeding themselves and feeding the animals they love.

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– Pick-up hours: We are here to help Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. To ensure we have your supplies ready, please note that we operate by appointment only and cannot accommodate walk-ins.

– Need to reschedule? Life happens! If you can’t make your window, please contact our Pet Food Pantry Coordinator, Jackie, at (716) 875-7360, ext. 204.

– Thanks to our wonderful donors, we often have cat litter, leashes, toys, and treats available! While we can’t guarantee specific brands or items, we always strive to provide the very best for your pet based on our current inventory.

Join us for Walk-In Wednesdays! Stop by on the first Wednesday of every month between noon and 3 p.m.! No appointment necessary! Just head to our Adoptions entrance and follow the signs. Please bring your reusable shopping bags. We can’t wait to see you!

To help keep this program safe, respectful, and sustainable for all our neighbors, we ask that you keep the following in mind:

– Our pantry is open to anyone 18 years or older. Currently, no proof of hardship is required.

– Please let us know if your contact information changes (phone, address, etc.) or if your “pet family” grows or shrinks. This helps us plan our inventory so every bowl stays full!

– To make sure we can support as many families as possible, our program is for household pets only. We are unable to provide food for breeding pets or community (outdoor) cat colonies at this time.

– We strive to keep the SPCA a warm and welcoming place for everyone. To protect our hard-working staff and volunteers, we ask that all interactions remain respectful.

– Because our pantry relies on the kindness of donors, our stock changes daily. While we always do our best to meet your needs, the amount or type of food available may vary.

To keep the friendly, community-focused vibe of your updated SPCA Serving Erie County page, here is a rewrite for your FAQ section.

How often can I visit the pantry? To make sure we can help as many of our neighbors as possible, pantry assistance is available once every 30 days per household. This helps us keep the shelves stocked for everyone!

What kind of food will my pet get? Can I request a specific brand? Our pantry is stocked through the generosity of our community, so the brands and types of food we have change from day to day. While we can’t always guarantee a specific brand, we’ll do our very best to find something your pet will love. If your pet has specific allergies, please let us know so we can check our current inventory for a safe match!

Can I stop by without an appointment? We would love to see you! We host a Walk-In Wednesday on the first Wednesday of every month from noon to 3 p.m.! Appointments are not needed. On any other day, we require a scheduled appointment to ensure your supplies are ready. You can easily set that up by submitting an online form here or by calling our Pet Food Pantry Coordinator, Jackie, at (716) 875-7360, ext. 204.

What happens if I miss my pickup day? If you can’t make your window, just reach out to us to reschedule. If the day slips by entirely, you are always welcome to submit a new request for a future date that works better for you.

Community support is the heartbeat of this program! Every donation and every hour volunteered helps keep pets healthy, fed, and right where they belong, with the families who love them.

Make a monetary gift to our Pet Food Pantry to keep every bowl full!

Donate Supplies

Our pantry stays stocked thanks to neighbors like you. We are currently in need of:

– Canned and dry food (for both dogs and cats)

– Cat litter

– Toys and treats (for both dogs and cats)

– Reusable shopping bags (Yes, we always need these!)

A note on safety: To ensure the health of the pets we serve, we can only accept pet food that is unopened, non-expired, and in its original packaging.

Volunteer With Us!

Want to get hands-on? We’d love to have you join our team! To view the current available volunteer positions, visit this page.

Our volunteers make a huge difference by:

– Packing orders: Helping us get food and supplies ready for scheduled pickups.

– Mobile pantry support: Joining us out in the community to reach families where they are.

– Walk-In Wednesdays: Helping things run smoothly and greeting neighbors during our busy monthly walk-in events.

Have a question? We’re happy to help you navigate our pantry services.

Jackie Lentz
Pet Food Pantry Coordinator
Email: jackiel@yourspca.org
Phone: (716) 875-7360, ext. 204

– Check out our low-cost vaccine clinics for an affordable way to stay on top of your pet’s wellness.

– If you’re facing challenges with housing or other needs, 211 is available 24/7 to help guide you to the right resources in our community.