Keeping Animals Warm This Winter
The Humane Society of Macomb believes that all animals should be loved and warm throughout the harsh Michigan winters.
Why This Project Matters
Despite having fur coats that cover their bodies, cats are susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia at some of the more extreme temperatures during the Michigan winters.
There are many pets that live outside, mostly community cat populations that are feral and cannot be brought inside, but there are some dogs that are housed outside too.
We Are Not Here to Judge
This initiative is meant to educate and assist pet owners and those who take care of community cat populations.
Building Shelters for Cats
- The average cat shelter costs about $40 to build
- These shelters are distributed throughout our community and the region
- Shelters provide life-saving warmth during extreme winter weather
Need a Shelter?
Request a Shelter for Your Community
Do you know of cats or other animals in need of winter shelter? We can help.
- Community cat populations
- Feral cats that cannot be brought indoors
- Outdoor pets that need additional winter protection
- Animals cared for by community members
Get Involved
- Building shelters – Help construct shelters using our materials
- Delivery – Distribute completed shelters throughout the region
- Fundraising – Help organize events to raise money for supplies
- Social media advocacy – Share information about the project
- Monetary donations to purchase supplies
- Supply donations from our needed materials list
- Gift cards to purchase materials as needed
Volunteer Opportunities
Email: volunteer@humanesocietyofmacomb.org
Phone: 586-731-9210
Questions About the Warm Pet Project?
Contact our volunteer coordinator:
Email: volunteer@humanesocietyofmacomb.org
Phone: 586-731-9210
We’re here to help you find the best way to support animals in need during Michigan’s harsh winters.
Ready to Help Keep Animals Warm?
Volunteer to Help
Donate for Shelter Supplies
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Request a Shelter
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Purchase Needed Supplies
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How You Can Help
There are five key ways you can help keep animals warm this winter:
1. Donate Money for Supplies
Help us purchase materials to build shelters for animals in need.
2. Donate Supplies to Build Shelters
We need specific materials to build effective winter shelters.
3. Volunteer to Build and Deliver
Help build shelters and deliver them throughout southeast Michigan.
4. Spread the Word
Volunteer to help promote this program through social media and community outreach.
5. Support Fundraisers
Contact our volunteer coordinator to get involved:
Supply List
What we need to build shelters:
- Home Depot Gift Cards
- Dry straw bales
- 30-35 gallon plastic tubs with lids
- 20-22 gallon (or 77 quarts) plastic tubs with lids
- Reflectix Insulation
- Duct tape
