Especially for Pets in the Community
The Adoption Initiative

Especially for Pets has teamed up with local non-profits and rescue organizations to promote pets available for adoption as well as to raise awareness about the work being done in the rescue community. It is our ultimate goal to educate our customers about what the specific organizations do, to collect donations for their use and, ultimately to help the organizations to place homeless animals in permanent, loving homes.

Each Especially for Pets store has partnered with a different local non-profit from January through June.  You can visit our stores to check out the Adoption Board to see photos of the animals available for adoption and/or pick up a copy of their ‘Wish List’ and make a donation to support the organization of your choice.

Here is a list by store and their partner’s wish list:

Acton & Greyhound Friends
(For more information, go to www.greyhound.org)
Greyhound Friends Inc., located in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, is a small non-profit organization dedicated to saving racetrack greyhounds and placing them in responsible loving homes. Greyhounds passing through their kennel have gentle dispositions and make wonderful companions. Since its inception in 1983, Greyhound Friends has found homes for more than 6000 dogs! They maintain a kennel for twenty greyhounds and as soon as a dog is adopted, another one comes in from a racing kennel. Greyhound Friends relies on volunteers who help with all aspects of the work. You can also support Greyhound Friends by becoming a member and volunteering.

Wish List   
- Iams, Eukanuba, and Pro Plan dry dog foods
- Canned dog food
- Flea and tick shampoo
- Bird seed for our large flock of various hungry birds
- Carpet - cut to 3' x 5' pieces
- Carpet cutters
- Paper towels
- Bleach
- Pine Cleaner
- Olive oil
- Liquid dish soap
- Blankets and towels
- Comforters
- Laundry detergent
- Bandages
- Vet supplies
- Rice
- Office supplies such as copy paper, envelopes, paper, pens, scotch tape, etc.
- Mailing envelopes – especially large ones
- A vehicle for short trip dog transport
- Volunteers at the kennel
 

Medway & Milford Humane Society
(For more information, go www.milfordhumane.org)

The Milford Humane Society is an all-volunteer, non-profit, no-kill shelter for stray and abandoned cats. First organized in September 1990 to fill a need in the community, they help to care and find homes for the ever-increasing number of homeless cats that exist in the local area. These cats survive by scrounging in dumpsters for food and finding shelter wherever possible. The motto of the Milford Humane Society is to share the gift of unconditional love with as many cats and kittens as possible.

The Milford Humane Society is one of the few in their area that works with stray, abandoned and feral cats and kittens. Admission to their facility is limited to Milford and the surrounding towns and is based upon need and space limitations. Their programs are made possible by the donations of time and money from caring people who provide the funding that keeps their doors open.

Wish List   
- Cat beds
- Cat toys
- Canned cat food
- Small stainless or ceramic bowls
- Paper towels
- Coated plates large or small
- Condos - new or used in good condition
- Brooms, Dust pans with brushes
- Liquid dish soap
- Turkey baby food
- Light tuna in water
- Blankets, small rugs and towels
- Volunteers
- Foster homes

Newton & Lucky Star Cavalier Rescue
(For more information, go to www.luckystarcavalierrescue.org)

Lucky Star Cavalier Rescue has rescued over 800 Cavaliers since they were incorporated in 2000 and were granted the IRS status of a nonprofit charitable organization - 501(C)(3). Their mission is to rescue and protect the breed which they all so dearly love. Donations are always welcomed and will be used to purchase Cavaliers and provide health care. The dogs are given the proper veterinary care and are then placed in foster homes to assess their individual personalities. Once they are certain they understand the needs of a particular dog, they then begin looking for a permanent home that is just right for him or her.

Wish List
- House training pads
- Small and medium sized crates
- Premium dog treats (small)
- Dog beds (small/medium)
- Crate liners
- Small bowls for water and food
- 12”, 14” and 16” collars
- Leashes
- Nylabones (small)
- Ear cleaner
- Eye wipes
- Shampoo/conditioner
- Brushes
- Fresh and Clean spray
- Simple Solution enzyme cleaner
- Disinfectant floor cleaners
- Paper towel

Sudbury & Kitty Angels
(For more information, go to www.kittyangels.org)

Kitty Angels is an all-volunteer organization and relies completely on adoption fees and the tax-deductible contributions of private individuals. This past year has been an exceptional strain on their finances. Not only have many more cats come through their doors than usual, but many of them have had serious medical problems requiring expensive care. All of this has put them deeply in debt. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation today, and if you can offer a bit extra, they and the cats would very much appreciate it. Every penny of your donation goes to care of the cats. 

Wish List
- Money – used to pay for the daily care and medical bills of the cats. Cash donations go the furthest in helping, as Kitty Angels get discounts on food and medical care. Many area employers match charitable contributions from their employees. If your employer matches gifts, please fill out and include the appropriate forms with your donation to make your contribution go further!  Visit their website for payment options including Paypal.
- Medical Supplies – they have many cats that are on medication for diabetes, heart problems, thyroid issues, etc. Supplies of insulin, syringes, fluids, tapazole, heart medications, in addition to any and all other medications would be much appreciated.
- Prescription Foods – they have many cats on prescription foods, so if you have some that you are no longer using, please donate it.
- Cat Food – a high quality and consistent brand of cat food is preferred for many health reasons. The shelter cats eat both dry and canned of Iams, Nutro, Science Diet, Innova, and Eukanuba, although any and all cat food donations are welcome. 
- Kitty Litter – non-scooping preferred, but any litter is good litter.
- Towels – Clean towels only, please
- Postage Stamps – First class letter denomination
- Cleaning Supplies – Bleach, laundry detergent, paper towels & trash bags

Wayland & Boxer Buddies
(For more information, go to www.boxerbuddies.org)

Boxer Buddies Rescue, Inc. is a 501c non-profit Boxer Dog Rescue organization, based in Bellingham and dedicated to rescuing Boxers in need. They provide foster homes, rescue education, adoption information, and much more to Boxers, Boxer lovers, and also to those who can no longer care for their dogs

Wish List
- Toys (Boxer-sturdy such as Kong toys)
- Crates
- Dog beds and blankets
- Stainless steel bowls
- New collars and leashes
- Gentle Leaders
- Winter coats
- Baby/dog gates
- Dog food (Wellness, Wysong, Solid Gold, or other premium foods)
- Treats
- Especially for Pets gift cards
- Monetary donations
- Items to raffle off at various fundraising events
- Tick and flea control (Frontline/Advantage)
- Heartworm preventative (Interceptor)
- Dog seat belts
- Auto ramps for seniors
- Prepaid gas cards
- Prepaid phone card


Westborough & Baypath Humane Society
(For more information, go to www.baypathhumane.org)
Serving their community for over 30 years, Baypath was incorporated in 1977 as a tax-exempt, not for profit corporation. They rely solely on generous contributions from you and their business community and do not receive funding from government agencies, local or federal.

The mission of Baypath is to facilitate the placement of stray and unwanted animals in desirable homes; to establish and maintain an animal shelter and associated procedures which provide health, care and adoption of these animals; and to educate adopters and the local public on proper pet care and handling, over population and the prevention of cruelty to animals.

Wish List
- Cat food – canned only, no sliced, diced or gravy products please
- Dog food – canned only, load preferred
- Dog biscuits
- Cat toys
- Dog toys
- Baby food (plain turkey, chicken, beef
- Paper towels
- Liquid bleach
- Laundry detergent
- Sheets, towels, and blankets