College students, retailers, rescues and volunteers helped bring 60 tons of donated dog and cat food to more than 35 communities affected by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.
As part of its commitment to making high-quality pet food accessible to as many pet parents as possible, Pets Global Inc. is continuing its work with dozens of rescue organizations, small businesses and animal advocates throughout North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia, Georgia and Florida to deliver more than 120,000 pounds of premium pet food directly to local regions affected by the recent hurricanes.
Through its partnerships and coordinated efforts with distributor Southeast Pet, retail pet store Pet Source, college students and community leaders at Emory & Henry University, and animal welfare organizations such as the Smyth County Animal Shelter, Animal Shelter of Sullivan County and Blue Ridge Humane, the independently-owned pet nutrition company is helping to ensure that pet parents everywhere can provide for their beloved animals, even in the face of disaster.
“Our community has opened their hearts, wallets and working hands to help us,” Ericka Gamble of the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County, Tennessee. “This area was not prepared for the disaster that hit us. Many people lost everything, but this hurricane affected us all. For some people, their pet is all they have left.”
The 60 tons of pet food donated by Pets Global included both dog and cat food, in kibble and cans, as well as treats from its limited-ingredient Zignature, Fussie Cat, Inception and Essence brands. On-ground transportation and distribution was coordinated with more than 30 individuals across the seven states from the company’s headquarters in Southern California.
“I am grateful that we at Pets Global are able to not only assist efforts in Western North Carolina, but also the harder to reach rural towns in the Tri-Cities,” Ellie Mosser, Community Relations Specialist at Pets Global and Emory & Henry alum, said. “We pride ourselves in supporting independent retailers, and assisting in local grassroots efforts is a natural extension of that commitment.”
Pet parents impacted by the recent hurricanes are encouraged to contact their local animal welfare and rescue organizations to learn more about relief efforts, pet pantries and events.
Pets Global Inc. is a family-owned pet health company committed to pets and the people who love them. Its premium pet nutrition products are known internationally for providing accessible longevity.
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Rebecca Barnabi
