St. John’s hosts a weekly pet food bank operated by Mercy Rescue. Just as McDowell County has food insecurity in its population, it is also a challenge for some of the residents to provide adequate nutrition for their dogs or cats and, when they cannot feed their animals, the result is an increased number that are unnecessarily taken to the McDowell Animal Shelter. Recipients of pet food are registered with Mercy Rescue, including the number and type of animals in the home. Pet food can be obtained once a month, on the third Thursday between 1 and 3 p.m.
There is always a need for more pet food donations. If you are interested in volunteering or providing dog or cat food, contact Mercy Rescue at 652 7980.