Feed FLX Pets initiative collecting donations in Tompkins County

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ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) – A group in Tompkins County wants to help pet owners during the federal government shutdown.

The Feed FLX Pets initiative is collecting donations to help families in need avoid choosing between cost-of-living expenses and keeping their pet while federal benefits are cut off.

All donations will go to local food pantries and blue food sharing cabinets. There are four drop-off locations across Tompkins County listed below. Questions? Email feedflxpets@gmail.com

Drop-Off Locations

Meadowridge Vet Hospital – 853 Auburn Road, Groton
Cayuga Pet Hospital – 2442 N. Triphammer Road, Ithaca
Alex Cole Paving – 3080 N. Triphammer Road, Lansing
Cornerstone Vet Hospital – 315 Third Street, Ithaca

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