Smaller pets often get overlooked when it comes to shelter donations.

These sweet creatures, such as hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, mice need essentials to survive and flourish, just like any other rescued furry friend! 

When these animals end up at a rescue or shelter - whether it be from neglect, injury or surrendered by their owner, they need just as much attention and supplies as other pets. Financial resources are often very tight for shelters and rescues and they need to go toward food and shelter, so other items fall to the wayside. While shelters often receive items for cats and dogs, smaller pet donations are usually few and far in-between.  Although tiny, these cute critters do need essential supplies, and some fun ones too! By providing these supplies you can help a small animal have a happy, hygienic, and comfy life while awaiting their forever family. 

You can help by sending a...

Snack Pack: 

• Chewing toys that helps keep teeth from getting too long and helps animals satisfy their natural chewing instinct to keep their teeth healthy.
• A bag of nutritious and tasty treats will be sent on your behalf.

Cleanliness Kit: 

• Corner litter box that helps keep the pet's environment clean from droppings.
• A hay holder will be sent to keep food off the ground and keep sanitary.
• Cotton nesting bedding material will also be set to keep the animal comfy and cozy.

The Animal Lover Mega Pack: This pack has it all! Included will be a

• Chewing toy
• Bag of treats
• Corner Litter Box
  
• Hay Holder
• Nesting material.
• Also included is a hide hut so they can feel safe and secure in a new environment.
• Plus, a fun, playtime essential for these cute critters: an exercise toy. These little guys love to get their exercise and run around, so an open-air exercise toy will also be sent. 

Impact Stories:

Candy and Kit Kat, came to HSPPR together after their owners could no longer care for them. They spent a lot of time hiding amongst their bedding but came out to explore their new veggie burger and side salad. These sweet sidekicks were adopted together. 

Porky and Oreo, two senior guinea pigs at Brookings Regional Humane Society, had a blast playing with some enrichment toys that were sent to them.

Ludwig and Gino, 8 month old guinea pigs, were surrendered to the Animal Rescue League of Iowa. The shelter was "thrilled to receive some enrichment items for the small animals" in their care. These sweet little guys were adopted soon after this photo was taken.