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Pet Food Pantry

Tacoma Humane’s Pet Food & Supply Pantry provides donated food and basic supplies to community members who need temporary help caring for their pets.

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The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County’s Pet Food & Supply Pantry is designed to help pet owners through difficult times by providing pet food and supplies at no cost.

Whether you’re facing a temporary financial setback or just need a little extra support, the pantry can help ensure your pet stays fed, healthy, and at home with you.

In 2025, we distributed over 140,000 pounds of pet food and fed over 11,000 pets.

NOTICE

Pet Food & Supply Pantry will be closed on Saturday, October 31. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Pantry Hours and Location

Wednesdays and Saturdays
Noon–4 p.m.

Tacoma Humane
2608 Center Street
Tacoma, WA 98409

Enter through Entrance A on the west side of the building.

Hours and closures may change around holidays, severe weather, or operational needs. Check this page before making a special trip. 

Satellite Pet Food & Supply Pantry Locations

To make pet food more accessible for families throughout our community, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County partners with local organizations to host Pet Food & Supply Pantry satellite locations across Tacoma and Pierce County. These satellite sites help ensure that pet owners facing financial hardship can easily access the food and supplies they need.

  • Tillicum Community Center
    14916 Washington Ave SW, Lakewood, WA 98498
  • Comprehensive Life Resources
    737 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
  • Cedar Wellness Center (Clients Only)
  • Kingfisher Tiny House Village (Residents Only) 
  • The Oasis Inn (Residents Only)
  • Tacoma Housing Authority

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply to receive support from the Pet Food & Supply Pantry?

To receive support from the Pet Food & Supply Pantry, simply visit us in person during pantry hours: Wednesdays & Saturdays from 12 pm to 4 pm.

Why do we encourage spay or neuter?

We encourage spay or neuter for pets to help prevent unplanned litters and reduce the number of animals entering shelters. With so many pets already in need of homes, this helps us make the biggest impact with the resources we have.

Spaying or neutering your pet can also prevent certain common diseases in pets, as well as reduce some unwanted behaviors (like roaming or spraying from male cats.)

If your pet isn’t spayed or neutered yet, we’re happy to help connect you with affordable options.

What if my pet is in need of a specific food?

The food and supplies we provide are donated and availability can vary. While we do our best to help, we may not be able to offer specific brands or diets. If your pet has a dietary restriction, let us know—we’ll check what we have and do our best to find a suitable option.

What if I’m unable to travel to the shelter to access the Pet Food & Supply Pantry?

If you’re unable to travel to the shelter to access the Pet Food & Supply Pantry, please reach out to our team at [email protected]. We’ll do our best to help or connect you with one of our local satellite locations that may be more accessible.

Additional Local Pet Food Pantry Resources

Eloise’s Cooking Pot Food Bank 3543 E McKinley Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404 | (253) 426-1994

 

Gig Harbor Peninsula FISH Food Bank 4303 Burnham Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98332 | (253) 858-6179

 

Southeast Tacoma Food Bank (Nourish Pierce County)  1704 85th Street E, Tacoma, WA 98445

 

Northwest Spay & Neuter Center  6401 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408 | (253) 627-7729

Help Support Our Pantry

You can make a big difference for pets and families in our community by donating to our Pet Food & Supply Pantry. We accept unopened and unexpired pet food, treats, and basic supplies at our shelter, located at 2608 Center Street, during Adoption Lobby hours (Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

We are especially in need of:

  • Dry dog food

  • Dry cat food

  • Cat litter

You can view a full list of items we accept here.

We also welcome partnerships with local businesses that may have overstock or pet products to donate on a regular basis. If you’re interested in partnering with us, please contact us.

Prefer to give a different way? Monetary donations help us purchase high-need items in bulk from suppliers at discounted rates, stretching your impact even further.

We also need weekly volunteer help for repacking pet food for our clients (variety of shifts available), assistance with heavy lifting (Thursday afternoons and/or Friday mornings) and staffing the pantry itself (Wednesdays and Saturdays, Noon to 4:00 p.m.). To get started, visit our website and complete an application. Have questions? Reach out to our volunteer team!