Pet Adoption & Drive

Pet Drive at Academy West!

There will be an in-house pet adoption at Academy West on Dec 21st from 3 – 7 pm.  Come see some darling furry friends; think about taking one home!!

The annual pet drive is underway.  Academy West will be taking donations through Dec. 20th in the lobby for the following items: (Full list below as well as cash donations)

Top 5 Wish List Items…

  1. Kitten milk replacement (KMR)

– available at any pet store or major store chain

  1. Puppy milk replacement (Esbilac)

– available at any pet store or major store chain

  1. Dry Dog & Dry Puppy food
  2. Dry Cat & Dry Kitten Food
  3. Cat Litter (clumping or non-clumping)

Shelter Needs…

  • Stainless Steel Food & Water Bowls
  • Fleece blankets and towels (used or new)
  • Cat and dog toys
  • Cat and dog treats
  • Dog Shampoo (regular and waterless)
  • Canned dog and cat food
  • Disinfectant wipes
  • Paper towels
  • Bleach
  • Powdered laundry detergent
  • Trash bags (kitchen and liner trash bags)
  • Sponges
  • Anti-Bacterial dish soap
  • Windex
  • Cleaning supplies (409, Mr. Clean, etc.)

Enrichment Activity Supplies…

  • Clickers
  • KONGs of all shapes and sizes
  • Interactive dog toys
  • Canned pumpkin or sweet potato
  • Creamy peanut butter
  • Small-bite soft training treats (such as BilJacs, Canine Carryouts or Blue Buffalo Bits)
  • Treat pouches

Foster Care Supplies…

  • Kitten milk replacement (KMR) – available at any pet store or major store chain
  • Puppy milk replacement (Esbilac) – available at any pet store or major store chain
  • Puppy & Kitten Bottles

Medical/Veterinary Supplies…

  • Glucose Monitor and strips
  • Latex gloves (Large, medium & small)
  • Cotton balls
  • Q-Tips
  • Gauze pads
  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Band Aids (all sizes)
  • Distilled Water
  • Medical tape

Office Supplies…

  • Ink Pens (Blue/Black)
  • Duct Tape
  • Tape
  • Batteries (AA and 9V)
  • Copier Paper
  • Scissors
  • Staplers
  • Highlighters
  • Sharpies (all colors)
  • Paper Clips
  • Rubber Bands

Small Animal Supplies (Rats, Mice, Gerbils, Rabbits, Birds)

  • “Care Fresh” small animal bedding (NOT cedar chips please)
  • Cage cleaner
  • Small animal cage houses
  • Small food and water dishes
  • Bird Food (Parakeet and Cockatiel)
  • Timothy hay
  • animal food (Gerbil, Rabbit, Guinea Pig, Hamster, Rat)

Misc. Needs…

  • First-aid supplies
  • Tylenol, Ibuprofen or Aspirin
  • Fire Safe File
  • 50-60 Gallon Aquarium