April 1-30: Wags and Whiskers 8th Annual Pet Food Drive
Wags and Whiskers 8th Annual Pet Food Drive hosted by Adams Center/Mannsville Girl Scout Troop 60355 will run from April 1 to 30
Drop off locations:
Karol's Canine Cuts & Doggy Day Care, 520 Meade St, Watertown.
CJ's Acres, 18814 US Route 11, Watertown
Vecchio Allstate Agency, 1623 State Street, Watertown
Creative Styles Pet Grooming, 17484 Green Settlement Rd, Adams Center
They are accepting unopened wet or dry food and new supplies for cats/kittens,
dogs/puppies.
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