Can I surrender my pets to MCAA?

We are not a rescue or shelter, so we do not take pets. Please check the Animal Welfare Directory page for a list of shelters and rescues that might be able to help you.

There are many agencies, organizations, and businesses listed in the directory that offer services that may help you keep your pets. Please exhaust all options before choosing to surrender your pets. Most shelters and rescues are full due to the overwhelming number of people wanting to surrender their pets.

I’m struggling to feed my companion animals. Where can I get help?

Please check out our Pet Food Assistance page for information about our distribution sites.

In addition, The Little Black Cat Collective distributes pet food twice per month in Austintown, Ohio. Angels for Animals in Canfield and Animal Charity of Ohio in Boardman both distribute pet food when they have it available.

What can I do about animal abuse and neglect in Mahoning County?

First, support Animal Charity of Ohio. They are the only humane department in Mahoning County, and they need our help in order to continue saving neglected and abused animals.

Second, our animal welfare laws need to be strengthened and penalties need to be harsher for animal abusers. Please see our Legislation page for information about the state and federal bills we are supporting. There are links to information about each bill as well as sample letters you can use to contact your legislators.

Also, please join our public Facebook group to keep up with what is happening with animal welfare in Mahoning County, as well as our Facebook page to help share information with the public.

How can I support MCAA?

There are several ways you can help! Click on the blue links to learn more.

Donate- We operate on donations from generous people like you. We accept monetary donations, gift cards, and donations of pet food.

Purchase- Grab a Philadelphia Candies chocolate bar from one of our partnering businesses. Every bar purchased helps feed hungry companion animals through our pet food assistance program.

Volunteer- We need people to help with many aspects of our organization, such as helping with fundraisers, vendor shows, and other events.

Business Partner- If you are a local business, please consider helping us sell chocolate bars or hosting a pet food drive for us!