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You can help!

Furry Friends counts on the support of our many donors and friends to help rescue and care for approximately 1,000 abandoned animals every year.

Each donation makes a real difference in the quality of care we offer and positively impacts the lives of some of the most vulnerable animals in Barrie. The cost of looking after approximately 200 cats and kittens (it changes daily) is high. Food, litter, shelter and care by qualified veterinarians (vaccinations, treatments, spaying/neutering) can really add up. Furry Friends is operated completely by volunteers so you can be sure that 100% of your donation goes directly to helping animals in crisis. 


Take a look at some of our "before/after" photos to see the difference your donor dollars make!

It's easy to donate!

There are a number of ways you can choose to support the Furry Friends Animal Shelter (registered charity #882610124). Tax receipts are issued for donations of $10 and over. 


Consider donating in honour of a special someone - birthdays, anniversaries, weddings - or making a tribute in memory of a loved one. Special gift and tribute cards are available.

1. Donate Online: Click on the button below to make a secure donation using your credit card. You can also become a monthly donor or make a tribute in memory of a loved one.


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2. By E-mail: Send an e-mail to donate@furryfriendsshelter.org and a fundraising volunteer will contact you right away.

3. By Mail to: Furry Friends Animal Shelter, 25 Hart Drive, Unit 15, Barrie, Ontario, L4N 5R8 (please make the cheque payable to Furry Friends Animal Shelter).

You can also drop some spare change in one of our Furry Friends donation boxes located at stores and restaurants throughout Barrie (The Body Shop, Lick's, Wimpy's, Ye Olde General Store and various veterinary clinics). Every little bit makes a big difference!

Other ways you can help...

1. Attend one of our fundraisers
Check out our upcoming events.

2. Donate to our "Pennies for Pussycats" campaign

Simply bring us your spare pennies and we'll roll'em and help the kitties!

3. Organize a third-party event
Third-party events are fundraisers that benefit Furry Friends. They are coordinated and executed by individuals or organizations independent from Furry Friends. The fundraisers increase awareness of Furry Friends and help provide life-saving care to animals in need. Ideas could include:

• Hosting a garage sale
• Throwing a party at a local restaurant or bar
• Hosting an annual memorial event for a loved one
• Throwing a dinner party
• Raising funds at school
• Having an event at your office
• Organizing a golf outing or sports tournament

Please contact us with your ideas. We’re excited to work with you!

4. Become a sponsor. We would be pleased to forward you a sponsorship package or speak with your business/organization about potential partnerships.

5. Donate a gift from our Wish List
We really appreciate donations of cat food, litter and cleaning supplies. Donations can be dropped off at our shelter at 25 Hart Drive, Unit 15, Barrie, Ontario (see map). Please contact us to make sure a volunteer is onsite when you drop off your items.

Our Wish List
We currently need these items for our shelter:
• paper towels!!!
• 
bleach
• Vileda mop heads
• plain white vinegar
• Mr. Clean
• liquid laundry soap
garbage bags
• clumping kitty litter
• postage stamps
• large ziploc bags
• hand sanitizer
• KMR (kitten milk replacement)
• deep litter boxes
• cat food (wet and crunchies)

We also need these items for our sick room:
• baby saline nose drops
• polysporin eye drops and ointment
• wipes to clean the cats too sick to groom themselves
• resealable containers of chicken soup broth
We have LOTS of towels and blankets and don't need any more at the moment - Thanks!

6. Canadian Tire money
We also appreciate Canadian Tire money to purchase items on this list. Please place it in the mailbox at the shelter, or drop it into one our donation boxes.

7. Give us your Zehrs’ receipts
For every $450 that gets spent at any Zehrs store, Furry Friends receives $1. Believe it or not, that can really add up fast! This cash helps Furry Friends pay for monthly expenses like phone and gas bills. What an easy way to help! Just place your receipts in the mailbox at the shelter, or drop it into one our donation boxes.

Take Me Home!
Iago
We rescued this dear fellow just in the nick of time. He is sweet natured, and gets along well with ...
Charlotte
Charlotte, along with siblings, Blue, Marshall, Penelope, Richie and Sierra are healthy, Playful and...
Gizmo
Gizmo is a year old, very small and compact and sweet as a button. Just look at that face. She is al...
Marshall
Marshall, along with siblings, Blue, Charlotte, Penelope, Richie and Sierra are healthy, Playful and...
Truffle
Should have named him Trouble, but he is so cute. A bit on the mischevious side, but quite a lively ...
Lexus
Lexus is brother to Tippit and Hershey. He is playful and curious as kittens should be. They get alo...
Sophie
Just a doll, that about describes our Sophie, loving, sweet, pickupable, all the things you want in ...
Isis
Isis is sister to Storm, although they don't much see eye to eye. Isis is either all play, or all sl...
Sierra
Sierra, along with siblings, Blue, Marshall, Charlotte, Penelope,and Richie are healthy, Playful and...
Lily
Lily and her sister Molly have been waiting patiently at our shelter for someone to come and take th...
Isis
Isis with the Ice Blue Eyes. Oh my, and a sweetheart to boot!! Is good with dogs, kids, but doesn't ...
Molly
Molly and her sister Dolly have been waiting patiently at our shelter for someone to come and take t...
Mara
Mara had her babies, and they all got homes, now its her turn. She will need a quiet home with peopl...
Asteria
Asteria is Clymene's mom. She has now weaned her kittens, has been spayed and is looking for a place...
Richie
Richie, along with siblings, Blue, Marshall, Charlotte, Penelope,and Sierra are healthy, Playful and...
Hector
Hector has made such great progress in his first couple of months at our shelter. He came in scared ...
Nephthys
Nephthys and her pal Isis were rescued together and both were found to be pregnant. Isis had her bab...
Penelope
Penelope, along with siblings, Blue, Marshall, Penelope, Richie and Sierra are healthy, Playful and ...
Tiger
This young lady has a lot of potential. Not only does she have exquisite markings, but she is a very...
Tippit
Tippit and his siblings were found in an abandoned building when they were very young. They were als...
Samantha
She is full grown, but very small and stout. Still a bit on the wary side, she is slowly coming arou...
Jenny
Have you ever seen a sweeter face? She is just as adorable as she looks, a bit on the shy side, but ...
Amy
As soon as you pick Amy up, the motor starts running. She purrs like a well oiled machine. Is beauti...
Orlando
Orlando was found with a serious eye injury, and had to have one eye removed. He has recovered nicel...
Blue
Blue, along with siblings, Charlotte, Marshall, Penelope, Richie and Sierra are healthy, Playful and...
Franky
Franky is the sweetest little guy. He has come such a long long way from hiding from affection, to n...
Cisco
Beautiful cream coloured coat, and matching amber eyes. A bit timid, but is open to being pet and lo...
Shauna
If you are looking for a princess, look no further. Delicate, a bit timid, loves to be pet and adore...
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