Evansville Launches Pet Food Bank to Help Struggling Owners

As the cost of everything continues to climb and the recent stall in SNAP benefits places even more strain on local households, some Evansville families are facing an impossible choice.

Why Evansville Families Need Extra Support Right Now

When budgets shrink, pets often suffer first, not because their families love them any less, but because resources are limited. Evansville Animal Care & Control sees that struggle up close every single day, and now they’re stepping up in a big way.

What the Pet Food Bank Provides for Local Pets

Officials at EACC have launched a Pet Food Bank designed to help families keep their pets at home, healthy, and cared for. The goal is to prevent local dogs and cats from landing in shelters due to temporary financial hardship for their owners. Access to basic supplies like food and litter can make all the difference between a pet staying with its family or becoming another intake statistic.

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How to Donate In Person or Online

The community is invited to join the effort by donating dog and cat food, kitty litter, collars, leashes, treats, blankets, and other essentials. Donations can be dropped off directly at Evansville Animal Care & Control, located at 815 Uhlhorn Street, Monday through Saturday between 10 AM and 5 PM.

For those who prefer to help online, EACC has also created an Amazon Wishlist featuring items most needed for the Pet Food Bank. Every item purchased will go directly toward helping local families care for the animals they love.

A Small Gesture That Keeps Pets with Their Families

In a time when so many are stretched thin, this small act of kindness can keep pets where they belong, safe at home, surrounded by the people who adore them.