Donate Items
We currently not accepting blanket or towel donations
In-kind donations of most food and supplies are tax-deductible and can be dropped off at the shelter or purchased through one of our online wish lists that can be found below!
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Dry and canned food or treats – bags may be open, but must be in original container and not expired
Pet crates that are in good working order
Pet beds – new or gently used are okay, but must be washed and can’t be extra-large
Pet toys – new or gently used
Dog poop bags
Pee pads and doggy diapers
Cat litter
Metal bowls & small cat dishes
Gently used or new leashes, harnesses, and collars
Protective reusable cones
Towels
Fleece blankets
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Used litter pans
Cat trees/XL cat toys
Used cat/dog beds
Large & extra large dog beds (these are difficult to wash!)
Pillows
Comforters
Dog Houses
Automatic water/food dispensers
Carpet/rugs
Human clothing
Holiday-themed pet clothing and treats
Aquatic supplies includes fish tanks, reptile food, fish food, etc.
Bird supplies or cages
Homemade dog food or treats
Medications
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1) Most impactful: monetary gifts
We feed all shelter dogs and cats Purina Pro Plan for consistency and tummy-friendly transitions. We can buy it at wholesale, so your dollars go further when we purchase it directly.
→ Best choice for food support: make a monetary donation.2) Food donations we gratefully accept
Canned dog & cat food (for shelter pets):All brands welcome.
Cat note: pâté textures are preferred over shreds.
Dry food (for our Community Pet Pantry):All brands and bag sizes welcome.
Your dry food donations help local families keep their pets fed and at home.All high-value treats: bagged (not homemade) dog & cat treats, hotdogs, & cheese.
3) Our needs change—check the list
For the most up-to-date items, please see our Amazon Wish Lists.
→ Cat & Kitten Wish ListWant to make the biggest impact today?
→ Donate Now(monetary gifts help us buy Pro Plan at wholesale and cover urgent needs)
Have a vehicle to donate?
Donate your car, truck, motorcycle, RV, or boat to WVHS by simply completing the form below and our partners at CARS (Charitable Adult Rides & Services) will reach out to you to arrange the pick-up of your vehicle donation, at no cost to you. You may qualify for a tax deduction while supporting a cause that is near and dear to your heart!
Vehicle donation pick-up is free to you and most vehicles can be picked up within 24-72 hours. You'll receive an initial car donation receipt upon pick-up and then the CARS team will work to turn your car into cash to support the animals in our care.
Once your vehicle is sold, you'll be provided with the proper tax forms in time to file your taxes. Friendly customer service representatives are available 7 days a week to assist throughout the process.
Donating is easy! For more information, read How it Works or review the FAQs.
To contact our CARS service team by phone, call 855-500-RIDE (855-500-7433).