One of the best things that I got for the kids was a pet. Okay, it was more than one pet, it was a dog and a couple of cats from a humane shelter. If your pets have brought you comfort and joy, there is a way that you can return the favor.

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The Broome County Humane Society has a "cat"-astrophe on its paws - too many meows, too little chow! The shelter is crawling with kittens and cats and they only have 8 bags of food left in the pantry. That's barely enough to get them through the next couple of days.

Chow Callout!

Calling all you cat lovers and kitten cuddlers! The Broome County Humane Society is on the lookout for some dry cat and kitten food, in the tasty flavors of Purina Cat Chow and Purina Kitten Chow. Each kibble donation means happy cats, full bellies, and better days ahead for our whiskered pals.

Be a Hero to Our Furry Friends

Ready to be a Meow-some hero? Whether you can spare a bag or a few, every donation counts in keeping the Broome County Humane Society shelter running and our cats and kittens purring with contentment. Your support can make all the difference in the lives of these adorable critters.

Connect with the Broome County Humane Society

Stop by the Broome County Humane Society at 167 Conklin Ave in Binghamton, NY, or reach out via phone at 607-724-3709 or email at info@bchumanesoc.com. Want more info? Check out their website at bchumanesoc.com. They're open Tue-Fri from 12-5 pm and Sat from 11-4 pm.

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