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