Are you struggling to feed your pets? Miami-Dade Animal Services wants to help
Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department wants to help pet owners who are struggling to keep food in their cat or dog’s bowl because of the coronavirus pandemic.
From 8 to 11 a.m. (or until supplies run out) Thursday, the department will hold its second drive-through Pet Food Bank at the Pet Adoption and Protection Center, 3599 NW 79 Ave. in Doral.
“We understand the financial strain this crisis is causing and we want to assist community pet owners by providing food for their furry family members,” said Animal Services Department Director Alex Muñoz in a news release. “It is a small token of appreciation for the support the community has given the Animal Services Department’s mission.”
The distribution is made possible by the pet food donation from The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals as part of the national ASPCA COVID-19 Relief & Recovery Initiative, and the support of the Miami-Dade and Doral police departments.
The first giveaway was held April 17.
Miami-Dade County pet owners will be allowed to drive through and receive food. Social distancing guidelines will be followed and participants are being asked to wear masks or face coverings.
For more information about the Animal Services Department’s programs, call 311 or visit www.miamidade.gov/animals.
This story was originally published April 28, 2020 at 6:00 AM.
