How to join Heart to Paws
Register before September 15, 2025 as a veterinary clinic to collect donations or as an organization to receive donations.
What’s new in 2025
This holiday season, your clinic has the unique opportunity to take the lead in collecting and sorting donations, and sending them directly to shelters.
Join us in spreading warmth and joy to those in need! Our goal in 2025 is to collect 10,000 items.
Register
Sign up on our website to participate in this year’s edition.
Spread the word
Let your clients and staff know about the donation drive.
Collect donations
See here for details about eligible items.
Sort & clean items
Consult the cleaning instructions sheet for a step-by-step guide. Organize donations into the provided laundry bags.
Send us your numbers
Let us know how many items you collected for each category by using the GetFeedback form sent by email.
Get matched
We will pair you with a local shelter(s) to send your items to.
Shipping
Send out your boxes using our pre-paid electronic shipping labels.
Thank you gift
Receive a thank you gift from us for participating in Heart to Paws!
What this means for you
Local support
To the best of our abilities, we will pair you with a local shelter in your province, ensuring your efforts make a direct impact in your community.
Greener contribution
By sending items directly to shelters, you help reduce carbon emissions and take meaningful steps toward protecting the planet.
Giving back
You’ll receive a complete donation kit (including a box, instruction sheet, tent card, shipping labels, and bags) to make it easy for pet owners and staff to take part.
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