Movers For Mutts Helps Homeless Pets In Plainfield

PLAINFIELD, IL — Pets are considered an important part of any family, but this fall, many of them are strays living in animal shelters that could use the community’s support in securing adequate amounts of food, toys, and everyday living essentials for pets in need.

Eye opening statistics from the ASPCA reveal that approximately 7.6 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide every year. Each year, approximately 2.7 million animals are euthanized and about twice as many animals enter shelters as strays compared to the number that are relinquished by their owners.

To assist animal shelters that house and support strays, Two Men and a Truck Plainfield is hosting its annual Movers for Mutts collection drive to provide necessary pet items to animal shelters and stray pets this fall season.

The Movers for Mutts collection drive will run through Dec. 15. A “Bark in the Park” kickoff event will take place from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18 at Daisy Dog Park, 13214 Blakely Dr. The community is encouraged to bring their dogs along with a Movers for Mutts donation. Complimentary coffee and door prizes will be given, while supplies last.

This year, Two Men and a Truck Plainfield is partnering with shelters and businesses from areas surrounding Plainfield and Downers Grove. These locations will serve as drop off points for essential pet items.

• Pets Etc., 2304 Route 59, Plainfield
• Pet Supplies Plus, 270 N Bolingbrook Dr.
• Bentley’s Pet Stuff, 100 Main St., Oswego
• Bentley’s Pet Stuff, 7189 S Kingery Highway, Willowbrook,
• Two Men and a Truck, 12002 S Spaulding School Dr, Plainfield
• Two Men and a Truck, 2727 Curtiss St, Downers Grove

Neeed items include:

• Towels
• Dog/puppy, cat and other animal food
• Soft dog treats
• Leashes and collars
• Chew toys
• Grooming items
• Food dishes
• Pet crates/beds
• Gas cards
• Paper towels
• Clorox bleach
• Cat litter – clay, non-clumping
• High efficiency laundry detergent
• Clorox/Lysol antibacterial wipes

For additional information about Movers for Mutts, visit twomenandatruck.com/community-service.

Submitted by Two Men and a Truck

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