Pet Food Assistance Resources

If you are struggling and need help to feed your pets, resources are available.  Area groups listed below operate pet food banks and support systems to feed the pets of those in need.

Multnomah County Animal Services

Community members in need of pet food support may visit the shelter during open hours to pickup a bag of food on the community assistance shelf in our lobby.

Pet food

 

The Pongo Fund Pet Food Bank

The Pongo Fund provides high-quality pet food for thousands of hungry dogs, cats and horses each year. From a distribution hub in SE Portland and a network of 50 satellite locations, The Pongo Fund helps seniors, Veterans, the victimized, the marginalized, the unemployed, the disabled, the mentally ill, the hungry, the hurting, the homeless, and good people facing the toughest of times. They also provide Meals On Wheels service. Please visit the website for more information, or call to register for assistance.

Friends Involved In Dog Outreach (FIDO)

  • Physical address: 14186 Fir St. - Oregon City, OR 97045
  • Mailing address: PO Box 3265 - Oregon City, OR 97045
  • Phone Number: 503-655-FOOD (3663)
  • Email: info@fidoanimeals.org
  • For more information visit the Fido Animals website for current hours and protocols: fidoanimeals.org

FIDO operates three programs that distribute pet food to pet owners in need:

  • The Pet Food Bank: Serving low-income pet owners in Clackamas County. Assistance to pet owners outside of Clackamas County may be available based on individual need. Pet food provided on a monthly basis. Contact FIDO for eligibility requirements and the Pet Food Bank schedule.
  • Veterans Program: Serving veterans, homeless veterans, active duty personnel, and their families from all areas. Pet food provided on a weekly basis from the Pet Food Bank. Contact Vet’s Pets for eligibility requirements and for Food Bank days and times.
    •  Veterans Program phone number: 503-655-FOOD (3663)
  • AniMeals: Serving senior citizens residing in Clackamas County.    In partnership with Clackamas County Meals On Wheels, AniMeals provides pet food every two weeks to senior citizens along with their meal deliveries. Contact FIDO for more information. 

Cat Adoption Team (CAT) Cat Food Bank

Serving senior, and homebound residents in Washington County

In partnership with Washington County Meals On Wheels, the Cat Food Bank provides cat food to homebound and senior citizens in Beaverton and Forest Grove along with their meal deliveries. The Food Bank also provides cat food for senior pet owners (60 years and older) at the Hillsboro Meals On Wheels Dining Center. Contact CAT for more information.

SnowCap Community Charities Emergency Food Pantry

Pet food is available during regular Food Pantry hours. Seniors receiving monthly food boxes from SnowCap may also request pet food as part of their delivery. Contact SnowCap for eligibility requirements and Food Pantry hours.

Sunshine Division Food Pantry*

Potluck In The Park

  • O’Bryant Square
  • SW Washington St. between SW 9th and SW Park Avenue, Portland
  • http://www.potluckinthepark.org/
  • Pet food available during the weekly meal service every Sunday at 3:00 p.m.

Meals On Wheels Pet Program

  • For seniors residing in Multnomah County.
  • Meals sites do not offer pet support at this time. Limited support is available, connections to other community resources are also provided.
  • 503-953-8160 to contact the Pet Program and ask for support.
  • mowp.org/pet-program/

Donations: Monetary donations welcome. Please contact the Pet Program about any non-monetary donations due to space limitations.

Oregon Food Bank*

Through a mix of supplemental food programs, traditional food pantries and congregate meal sites, they aim to provide people with access to the type of food assistance they need. Check their website for hours and locations.

*May have pet food, call before visiting

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