FLORENCE-There is an ongoing need for non-budgeted medical attention and medicine for the Florence Lauderdale Shelter animals; Chloe’s Fund was created specifically to meet these needs and must constantly replenish monies spent. A Rummage Sale will be held on Saturday, June 30 from 6am-12pmat 209 Bainbridge Road, Florence, all proceeds will benefit Chloe’s Fund.
Donations will be accepted until June 29. Please call 256-740-2386 or 256-648-0221 for drop-off information. On June 30 at the Rummage Sale, we are also accepting donations for the Animal Shelter: Items needed are dog and puppy food, kitten and cat food, wet or dry; kitty litter, Dawn Dish Detergent, dryer sheets, laundry detergent, and Bleach. Anyone donating shelter items can draw for a discount coupon off their purchases.
Chloe’s Fund was started in March of 2017 after Shelter volunteers, Glen and Debby Nelson lost their beloved dog of 16 years, Chloe. After Chloe’s passing, Debby set out on a mission to help as many sick and injured Florence-Lauderdale Animal Shelter animals as possible. In five short months, Chloe’s Fund has already vetted countless number of cats and dogs suffering from various illnesses and in need of medical attention and medication. Prior to Chloe’s Fund, the Florence Lauderdale Animal Shelter could not treat every unwell cat or dog that entered its doors. Their only hope was the possibility of a rescue organization stepping up and financing the needed veterinary care. For those animals with costly medical bills predicted and no rescue hero in sight, our dedicated shelter employees were faced with heartbreaking decisions; these decisions never get easier and no one ever willingly wants to make them. Chloe’s Fund has helped to save the lives of many animals.
Media Release/Dianne Michael
