Inexpensive Dog And Cat Food Comes To The Food Pantry. This One Is A Pleasure. (We Also Need Some Jasmine Rice And Cranberry Juice.)

The above photo shows Alexis, a Pantry volunteer, opening the second donated Army of Goods box containing pet food for cats and dogs, which had already been removed from the Food Pantry Service shelves yesterday. The first box came two days ago from Judith Feely, also an AOG member. The second box is anonymous. Thanks to both generous donors. The dogs and cats, thank you also.

(If you want to send Alexis a message thanking her for her work at the Pantry, I know she would love to get one. Amazon offers messages on their checkout page.)

It seems more than fair to help the pantry food members care for their pets, which is a key element in their morale and comfort.

So today, Sarah put two inexpensive pet foods, one for dogs and one for cats, on the Pantry Amazon Wish List; you are welcome to support this new element of pantry support.

Sarah found reasonable prices for both, comparable or even less than most of the items on the wish list.

My AI Research: Jasmine rice is rich in iron and can help produce red blood cells in our body. Lack of iron can lead to anemia, a condition in which you can have symptoms like fatigue, headaches, fast heart rate, shortness of breath, etc. Iron can also help have healthy hair, skin, and nails. Jul 25, 2021. Consumed in moderation,

Jasmine Rice also provides complex carbohydrates, some essential vitamins and minerals. The rice can also be a good energy source.

Below are the two items Sarah has requested for food pantry support today:

Ben’s Original Jasmine Rice, Easy Dinner Side, 8.5 Oz Pouch (Pack of 6), $8.48.

Happy Belly Juice Cocktail, Cranberry Plastic Botte, 64 fl oz (Pack of 1), $2.39.

More AI research. Cranberry juice is rich in antioxidants and essential nutrients that support a healthy immune system and heart health and may help with recurring urinary tract infections. Cranberry Juice can be a good addition to a balanced diet.

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Below are the two new pet foods that can also be purchased for the many pantry customers anxious to keep and care for their cats or dogs. So far, the interest has been intense and positive. You can access the Cambridge Amazon Food Wish List any time and support the dog and pet program and other urgently needed items. This is a robust morale and emotional boost to the pantry members and their children. It will go into a new shelf area of the pantry called “the Pantry store,” which is meant to look like a real market that sells kitchen devices; the items are free to pantry members.

Now on the Wish List:

Strong Heart Wet Dog Food Cups, Filet Mignon Flavor in Gravy, 3.5 Oz Cups (Pack of 12). Made in the USA with actual filet mignon, $11.43.

Purina Friskies Wet Cat Food Variety Pack, Tasty Treasures Prime Filet (with Ocean Fish and Tuna, Chicken, and Turkey), 5.5-oz cans (Pack of 12), $8.33.

If you can, please message Alexis and the other Pantry volunteers. It means a lot.

3 Comments

Sybil Winfield says:

January 19, 2025 at 7:16 AM

Most areas have some type of pet pantry that gives out free food. Perhaps they can link up with such an organization (check with local shelter) and arrange to get food from them

1. Jon Katz says:
  
  January 19, 2025 at 11:47 AM
  
  Thanks, Sygil; they have linked up with organizations that have everything, thanks for caring..
  
Holly says:

January 19, 2025 at 7:24 PM

Thank you for mentioning that cranberry can help with bladder infection pain. As it happens, I felt like I was getting a urinary tract infection, so after reading your post I went to the store and bought some cranberry pills and they have helped a great deal. Thank you.