Ottawa Humane Society Helps Pet Owners Struggling to Afford Pet Food with Emergency Pet Food Bank

June 2, 2020 — The Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) has recently launched its Emergency Pet Food Bank, helping pet owners who are struggling to afford pet food due to COVID-19.

One of the most significant effects of the public health crisis is loss of income due to surging unemployment. The OHS is hoping this will help families facing financial hardship keep their pets throughout the crisis.

“When this public health crisis began, we were worried what it might mean for Ottawa’s animals,” said OHS President & CEO, Bruce Roney. “Loss of income can force families to make difficult decisions, but we don’t want to see families forced to surrender their pets over it.”

The OHS Emergency Pet Food Bank runs each Thursday on-site at the OHS, along with making shipments to local foodbanks. Due to physical distancing guidelines, on-site pickup is only available by appointment.

So far since its launch in late-April, the OHS Emergency Pet Food Bank has provided more than 2,000 pounds of food to local pet owners. Those who are facing financial hardship and need support can make an appointment to pick up pet food at www.ottawahumane.ca/your-pet/covid-19-community-pet-resources/.

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Ottawa Humane Society
Will Wuehr, Manager: Communications
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