AARCS Wish list

Consider dropping a wish-list item off at our shelter locations or sending one via Amazon, Costco Online or Instacart

Below is a wish list of things we need to keep our shelter running and our foster homes supplied with all the things they need. Please note that gently used, second-hand items are perfectly acceptable and welcome.

Notice: Some CANNED CAT FOOD purchased through our Amazon Wishlist may not be delivered for 30 days, please consider shopping locally and dropping your donation off at either shelter or send via Costco online or Instacart. Thank you!

top CRITICAL NEEDS

Pate Cat Food
Clumping Litter
Clean Towels

At this time we are not accepting any other linens than clean towels. Please note that we also do not accept pillows or stuffed animals

*If you have a large donation or items that should not be stored outside for a short time and would like to make an appointment for drop off please email [email protected]

Donations can be dropped off at Safe Haven (5060 – 74 Ave SE, Calgary, AB) in our monitored donation bin (front of the building) or North Haven (8108 Coronet Rd NW, Edmonton, AB) in our monitored donation bin (on the east side of our shelter)

You can purchase our needed essentials for AARCS directly from our SAFE HAVEN Amazon Wish List or from our NORTH HAVEN Amazon Wish List

Want to help the kitties and critters?
Check out our Kitten Wish List and our Critter Wish List

Shop locally (Calgary) at Hop Online for Critter supplies and they will deliver straight to AARCS!

CURRENT NEEDS

Puppy Xpens (48″ or taller)
Canned Cat + Kitten Food – pâté is preferred
Cat Litter (clumping)
Temptations Cat Treats
Pet Safe Easy Walk Harnesses (M/L/XL)
Slip Leads
XL Kongs/Interactive/durable Toys for Dogs and Cats
Bully Sticks or other Long-Lasting Chews (no rawhides)
Clean Towels (No other linen or bedding please)
Heavy-Duty Exterior Zip ties (6″-8″)
Kitten Milk Replacer
Adult Rabbit Pellets (Oxbow)
Rabbit Treats and Chews
Timothy Hay
Hand Soap (Large Refills)
HE Laundry Detergent
Dryer Sheets
Bleach
Ziploc Bags – Big and Small
Reusable Bags
Garbage Bags, Industrial Size (90L or larger), Large Clear and Glad White Kitchen are our greatest needs
Blue Recycle Bags
Disposable Gloves (including latex-free)
Poop bags
Dog treats
Puppy Pads
Cat Litter
Litter Box Scoops and Litter Boxes – new only
Toilet paper
Gift Cards: Gas, Costco, Pet Stores
Office Supplies including letter-size paper
Page Protectors
Painter’s Tape

NORTH HAVEN HIGHEST NEEDS

CLEAN TOWELS
Puppy Xpens (48″ or taller)
Canned Cat Food – Tiki Cat for picky eaters!
Clumping Clay Cat Litter
Critter Enrichment Toys and Supplies
Kongs/Interactive Toys for Dogs and Cats
Bully Sticks or other Long-Lasting Chews (no rawhides)
Liquid Dish Soap
HE Laundry Detergent

We are always happy to accept cash donations or electronic money transfers to [email protected] so we can purchase our highest-need items at this time. We encourage curbside drop-off for new donated items. Our reception area is limited to one visitor at a time.