Animal Care & Control offers free straw, assistance for city pet owners

Animal Care & Control is offering free straw to any city resident in need of animal bedding during the upcoming winter season. Before temperatures drop significantly, pet owners should be preparing for the needs of pets living outdoors. The straw, which is being offered through private donation, can be used for bedding and to keep the ground surrounding a doghouse mud free.

Additionally, Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control has free dog care items available for limited-income city residents in need of assistance to provide for a currently owned dog. Free items include: a dog house, flea treatment, straw bedding, a new dog collar, and a certificate for a free spay or neuter surgery. Fort Wayne residents should call 427-1244 to make a request. Visit Animal Care & Control during normal business hours to receive a voucher redeemable for straw. The shelter is open Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and until 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays.