This wish list of items helps ensure the animals in our care have a more comfortable stay at the shelter. Thank you for your support!

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• Rawhides/chews for dogs
• Kongs and other food prize toys
• Peanut butter and non-fat yogurt (to stuff the Kongs)
• Dog treats (small training-sized treats are especisally useful)
• Dog toys (durable and washable, e.g., Kongs, Nylabones, rope toys)
• Cat toys
• Non-clumping clay cat litter
• Wood pellet animal bedding (no pine/cedar shavings)
• Advantage flea treatment for cats and dogs
• SORTED newspaper (no glossy paper)
• Washcloths
• Towels
• Blankets (no electric blankets)
• Animal heating pads
• Snuggle Safe heating discs for animals
• Batteries (AA, AAA, 9V)
• Digital cameras
• Office supplies
• METAL butter knives, forks, spoons, can openers
• Dog shampoo (natural ingredients, no medicated or "flea" shampoos)
• Nylon collar with clip - Adjustable prefered!
• Nylon dog leashes
• Grass hay/orchard hay
• Leafy greens for the rabbits and guinea pigs (e.g., lettuce, kale, dandelion greens, parsley, chard, beet greens, carrot tops)
• Small animal items (appropriate chew items and the like for rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, etc.)
• Monetary donations are welcome and greatly appreciated!

Things we can't use...

• Pooper scoopers
• Electric blankets
• Foam core (non-washable/non-dryable) pet beds
• Self-cleaning/electric litterboxes

Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter also accepts monetary donations. More information on Donations.