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Do animals really have feelings? Scientists have debated the issue for decades and various research studies have recently attempted to find an answer. Yet, all too often an emotion expressed by a dog or cat is dismissed as and "instinct" or just a "conditioned response". Well, Those of us who share our lives with animals don't need scientific research to confirm what we already know: Animals do indeed have feelings, and those feelings are as profound as any we humans have. Who hasn't witnessed the excitement of a beloved pet when we return home after a day at work or comforted a grieving pet when its animal companion died? Here at the Holt County Humane Society, we try to provide more than just the basic needs of food and shelter. Through your kindness and support, we are able to care for the whole animal, including their physical and emotional health. So we asked our volunteers to come up with a list of items that would help them provide the best possible animal care and save money so we can dedicate the greatest amount of our resources directly to the pets who are relying on us. Following are some of the items they identified that would help us carry out smooth, cost-effective shelter operations. |
Animal Care Items Money Laundry Detergent & Bleach Peanut Butter to fill Kong Toys Used Towels and Blankets Pooper Scoopers 20 ft Tie Outs Pet Store Gift Cards Alco Gift Cards Pamida Gift Cards Bomgaars Gift Cards Walmart Gift Cards Sams Gift Cards Toys and Treats (this one is the dogs favorite) |
Office and Shelter Items Bug Zapper/Fly Strips Pet Carriers or Crates (all sizes) Dog Houses Stainless Steel Pet Bowls Photo Paper Postage Stamps Simple Green Cleaner Paper Towels White 2-pocket folders (for adoption packets) Plastic or Latex Gloves Large Garbage Bags |
We currently feed all the dogs at the shelter a special diet. In order to keep this diet consistent, we are no longer asking for donations of dog food. You are welcome to donate and specifically request that your donation be dedicated towards the purchase of food for our dogs. |
A Good Feeling |