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The Palm Springs Animal Shelter will hold its "Cans 'N Kibble" pet food drive on Friday, September 26, to collect donations for families struggling to feed their pets.

The drive benefits the shelter's Rick Erwin Pet Food Bank, which has distributed more than 20,000 pounds of dog and cat food annually since opening in 2015. The program helps pet owners keep their animals during financial hardship and reduces surrenders to the shelter.

Organizers are seeking donations of dry kibble and canned pet food only—no treats.

Four drop-off locations will accept donations from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.:

Palm Springs Animal Shelter, 4575 E. Mesquite Ave., Palm Springs
Desert Community Animal Center, 13700 Palm Dr., Desert Hot Springs
Sun Community Federal Credit Union, 82195 Avenue 42, Indio
Rancho Mirage Library, 71100 CA-111, Rancho Mirage

Volunteers will be stationed at each location during collection hours. Monetary donations are also accepted and will be used to purchase pet food.

Palm Springs Animal Shelter Hosts Pet Food Drive Friday