How To Donate

See below for a list of the supplies we need on an ongoing basis. Please drop off the items at any of our drop-off locations.

You can also donate select items through our two online wishlists, all supplies will be shipped directly to us:

If you have any questions, please call (780) 466-SCAR or email donations@scarscare.ca.

Your donations are very much appreciated. Thank you!

What we need

To help us efficiently utilize our storage space please be mindful of what’s needed when donating. This list is updated as our needs change.

Immediate Needs:
  • Cat litter (clumping, non-clumping, wood pellets)
  • Kitten wet food (specifically kitten diet)
  • Adult dog kibble
  • Large breed puppy kibble

Preferred food brands: Acana, Royal Canin, Hills Science Diet, Purina Pro Plan, Canadian Naturals, Purina  Friskies, Purina Fancy Feast, Whiskas

Common Needs:
  • Gently used x-pens (metal ones preferred)
  • Large/X-large plastic crates
  • Multi-level cat cages
  • Toys for cats and dogs (durable and interactive kinds, especially)
  • Metal or plastic pet gates
  • Pet blankets

We are accepting

  • Open bags of kibble – please ensure it’s taped securely
  • New bags of kibble
  • Durable toys
  • Cat trees
  • Large/X-large plastic crates
  • Large dog beds
  • Veterinary medication – must be within 6 months of the dispensary/expiry date

As a courtesy to our volunteers please ensure all items are cleaned and in good condition.

We are not accepting

  • Pet food/treats passed 6 months of its best before/expiry date
  • Ceramic or metal food bowls
  • Pet collars
  • Linens (fitted sheets, comforters, pillow cases)
  • Clothing
  • Pillows/cushions from beds or furniture
  • Household items
  • Broken or rusted crates
  • Raw food
  • Bird, reptile, fish, little critter food, cages or supplies
  • Human medical supplies
  • Children’s stuffed toys (toys not meant for dogs)

Unsure if what you have is accepted? Email us at donations@scarscare.ca!

What you can recycle

  • Linens (fitted sheets, comforters, pillow cases)
  • Clothing
  • Bottles
  • Electronics

Using SkipTheDepot is free to register and they pick up directly from you! Recycle the items listed above and have the return donated to SCARS. Be sure to use our promo code SCARS to avoid service fees and have 100% of your return donated.

We also need….

Cleaning supplies

  • Bleach and Virkon
  • All-purpose liquid cleaner
  • Garbage bags/blue bags (especially extra-large types that are 31″ diameter)
  • Paper towels
  • High-efficiency laundry detergent
  • Lysol wipes/Clorex wipes

Miscellaneous Items

  • Gift/fuel cards for Costco, Canadian Tire, Superstore, Safeway, Walmart, PetSmart, etc
  • Canadian Tire money
  • Chain link dog run panels (not rolled)
  • Office supplies – stamps, copy paper, pens
  • Zip ties – heavy duty
  • Donate supplies for our Walls 4 Winter program. Click here to see the list of building supplies needed.

Donate a Car

You can turn your vehicle donation into generous dollars to support SCARS! Working on our behalf, Donate a Car Canada will accept your vehicle for donation — running, or not! Old or new! There is no cost to you, and the process is incredibly easy! Click here to learn more.

Transport Vehicles

SCARS needs quality animal transport vehicles, preferably with all-wheel drive. Our volunteers drive thousands of kilometres each year to bring abandoned animals (many of whom are sick or injured) to veterinary care and foster homes. We regularly travel between Edmonton and locations such as Athabasca, Westlock, Calling Lake, Maskwacis, Wabasca, Lac La Biche, High Prairie, Lloydminster, and many other communities. Our highest priority is to ensure our volunteers and the animals they transport are warm and safe during travel. The need to help animals is often greatest when the weather is coldest and when the roads are in poor condition.