| Pets are an integral part of a loving family. In times of | | | | food supplies to families and pets. King's goal is to unite |
| need, especially with today's slowing economy, food | | | | organizations and groups with the common goal of |
| can be scarce and hard to come by for many families | | | | helping families and their beloved pets. |
| throughout the US. Local area food banks provide | | | | King is meeting with company officials of pet stores |
| families with the much needed food supply. But what | | | | and pet food manufacturers to see about getting large |
| about their innocent pets? | | | | donations of pet food. They've also set up drop-off |
| In Atlanta, as of mid-2008, there exists two suburban | | | | points at more than 20 locations so people can donate |
| pet food banks. Such organizations and groups are | | | | dog and cat food. Many donations can be directly |
| beginning to form throughout metropolitan areas, | | | | given to a family. |
| stemmed from common love for our furry pet friends. | | | | Furthermore, such organizations provide great |
| When times are tough for a family, pets should be not | | | | education and tips on proper pet care for all families. |
| be neglected and they should be helped out as well. It | | | | During the hot summer months, it is highly |
| is the goal of these local pet food banks to assist pets | | | | recommended to keep fresh food in the bowl. Also |
| when they are in need. | | | | cleaning the bowl prior to placing food in it will allow the |
| Local Atlanta community leader Ann King, owner of | | | | food to last longer. |
| Blooming Cookies/PAWS Fifth Avenue, has partnered | | | | Even with the expansion of these community |
| up with local PALS (Pets Are Loving Support) | | | | programs, the need for pet food is on the rise. |
| organization to be able to deliver much needed pet | | | | Donations are greatly needed and appreciated. |