Wondering Where to Take Unused Pet Food and Pet Supplies

by | May 30, 2024 | BLOG, Dog and Cat, Local Pet Friendly, Promote Pet Sitting | 0 comments

We get contacted all the time by folks with unused food or pet supplies wondering where they could drop them off. We wanted to compile a list for a few of the places we have personally donated unused food, treats and supplies.
Humane Society of Charlotte (HSC)
The Humane Society of Charlotte runs a pet food bank for temporary assistance to pet owners in Mecklenburg County. Donations from the public help support this program.
Donation drop-off location: Donations can be dropped off at the Pet Help Center at 1348 Parker Dr. in Charlotte.
  • Most needed items: Dry and wet food for dogs and cats is always needed. Check their website for a full wish list that may include specific brands, treats, and other supplies. 
Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina
This organization has a program specifically for feeding pets in need by partnering with smaller emergency pantries. Donating to them ensures food is distributed to various animal rescue operations and food banks that support pets.
Address: 500 Spratt St. B, Charlotte, NC 28206. 
South Charlotte Dog Rescue
This non-profit, volunteer-based dog rescue serves the South Charlotte area and accepts donations to help the dogs in their care.
  • Drop-off: Contact them directly to arrange a donation drop-off.
  • Partnerships: They may also partner with local businesses, such as Passionate Paws Animal Hospital, for donation drives. 
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control (ACC)
As the city’s animal shelter, ACC has a pet food bank to help income-eligible families keep their pets. They accept pet food donations from the public.
Donation drop-off: Check with ACC for their donation process. Their facility is at 8315 Byrum Dr..
  • Items needed: Unopened dry and canned food for dogs and cats are most needed

Hearts and Hands Food Pantry

This food pantry in the greater Charlotte area includes pet food among the items it offers to community members in need.

  • Address: 4040 Chesapeake Dr., Charlotte, NC 28216.
Local pet stores
Many local pet supply stores have donation bins for local animal shelters, so you can drop off pet food during your next shopping trip.
  • Pet Supplies Plus has been noted to accept donations for the Humane Society of Charlotte.
Tips for donating pet food
  • Check the requirements: Some organizations prefer unopened bags of dry food and specific types of wet food. Check their website or call ahead to see what is most needed.
  • Contact smaller rescue groups: In addition to the larger shelters, smaller, foster-based rescues in the East and South Charlotte area often welcome food donations. You can find them by searching online and checking their websites.
  • Check local community boards: For example, the Charlotte subreddit has had posts about donation sites, and social media groups for specific neighborhoods are great resources for finding local donation boxes. 

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