Assistance for Pets for African Americans

Millions of people have pets in the U.S. Many people love dogs, while others love cats, and some people have both in their home. As inflation has pushed the cost of just about everything up in the last few years, pet food hasn’t been spared. The cost of feeding our beloved pets has went up a lot, making it challenging for some people to afford the food. The good news is that there is assistance for pets for African Americans and others who need help.

When people have difficulty paying for the food for their pets they not know what to do. Some people turn their pets over to the human society or try to find a new home for them. They don’t want to do that, but they do not know what else to do to keep them getting enough food. Knowing where to turn to get help for our furry animal friends is important, so that we don’t feel we have to give them up due to the financial challenges.

Getting Assistance to Care for Pets

 It costs an average of $1,400 per year to have a dog, and a little less than that to have a cat. This doesn’t include if people need extras throughout the year, such as veterinary care if their pet gets sick or needs something. It also doesn’t include if they need to hire a pet sitter or walker during work hours. This is the basic costs of taking care of a pet throughout the year.

211 – You can call this organization at 211 to let them know you need assistance. They will use their database to find local sources you can contact for help. They likely know of programs in your local area that can help with providing you with pet care assistance. To get more information about the organization and their free referral service, click here.

Catholic Charities – This organization has locations around the country. They provide numerous programs to help people in the community who need assistance. You can contact a location near you to see if they can help with taking care of your pets. If they cannot at that location they may be able to give you referrals to local programs that can provide that type of service. They are a faith-based organization, but they will provide helpful services to anyone, regardless of their religious beliefs. To get more information and find a location near you, click here.

Salvation Army – This is an organization that is similar to Catholic Charities. They provide a range of helpful services to people in the community who need assistance. They have locations around the country and provide helpful services to those in need in the communities where they are located. Some of them have food pantries, which you can contact to see if they have any pet food you can get. To get more information and find a location near you, click here.

Meals on Wheels – This is an organization that provides meals to seniors and others who are homebound. They deliver the meals to the home. They will also provide some pet food in some areas. Contact their organization to see if they will provide pet food assistance in your area. To get more information, click here.

Feeding America – This organization offers a database of food pantries around the country. You can type in your zip code and find all the food pantries in your local area. Many food pantries will help people with free pet food, as well as food for people. Contact the food pantries in your area to see if they can provide any pet food. To get more information and find pantries in your area, click here.

Florida Pets – There are millions of people who live in the state of Florida. Those who need help with feeding and caring for their pets can find a list of options to turn to through this organization. They provide information and resources by county, making it easy to find the ones in your local area. To get more information and find resources in your area of Florida, click here.

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) – This program provides cash assistance to those who qualify. To qualify for the program you have to have a low income, be a citizen or legal non-citizen, and have at least one minor dependent. Some states offer a General Assistance program, which does not require that you have a minor dependent to get help. Those who are approved receive a monthly cash grant that can be used to pay for all types of living expenses, including caring for your pets. There is a limit of five years that you can get assistance from this program. To get more information or apply, click here.

Sophie’s Circle – This is an organization that provides pet food for those who are struggling to purchase it. They receive pet food donations, as well as monetary donations, and then they help those who need it, by providing them with the food to feed their pets. You can contact them for information about how to get help obtaining pet food from their organization or if they have any referrals they can provide you to other resources that may be of assistance. To get more information, click here.

In addition to these options, you can always contact your local human society offices. Inquire with them about how you can get help to provide food for your pets. They may have some referrals they can provide you with, or can provide you with some donations. Most humane societies receive food donations from the public and they may be willing to share.

You can also contact churches in your local area. There are churches all over the country and they are always willing to help the people in their community who need assistance. Let them know you need help with obtaining pet food and there is a good chance they will get you it for you.

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