Family Service Association of Bucks County held a grand opening on Friday, Dec. 4 for its Pet Food Pantry, 4 Cornerstone Dr., Langhorne. The pantry is open Monday through Friday to give out free dog and cat food to families in need.
Families dealing with financial hardships often have to make the difficult decision to rehome their pet, either due to not being able to afford the costs of their care or because the family needs to move to a new living situation that does not accommodate pets. These pets then either find themselves dropped off at shelters or abandoned. Families struggling to keep their animal loved ones have limited resources that can provide support.
Family Service’s Pet Food Pantry was opened thanks to generous donations from the Bucks County SPCA and Chewy.
“The Bucks County SPCA is grateful to join Family Service in celebrating the addition of a pet pantry,” said Natalie DiGiacomo, director of community outreach for the Bucks County SPCA. “Both our organizations recognize the importance of the human-animal bond and are committed to helping families facing challenges.”
Hours of operation are Monday, from 9 a.m. to noon; Tuesday, from 1 to 4 p.m.; Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to noon; Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Family Service accepts donations of wet or dry dog or cat food that is unopened and unexpired, cat litter, and new toys and supplies for dogs and cats. Donations can be made at the Langhorne location between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
