Shore Saves: KONG Toys Grant Report
How did this grant help your organization and the pets in your care?
The donation of KONG toys had an immediate and meaningful impact on our shelter dogs. KONGs provide essential mental stimulation and enrichment, helping reduce stress, anxiety, and boredom — especially for dogs recovering from trauma or adjusting to a shelter environment. They are frequently used during crate time, recovery after medical procedures, and for dogs working through behavioral challenges.
For our organization, this donation allowed us to improve daily quality of life for the dogs in our care while also stretching our limited resources further. By meeting a core enrichment need, the KONGs helped our volunteers focus funds on critical expenses like veterinary care and supplies. Overall, this support directly contributed to happier, calmer dogs and better adoption outcomes.
How many pets did this grant help?
25
Please provide a story of one or more specific pets this grant helped.
Bella has been waiting patiently for her forever home, and while she does, the little things make a big difference. One of those things is her KONG. Filled with a tasty treat, it gives Bella something to focus on — something that feels comforting and familiar in a place that’s still temporary.
When the shelter gets quiet, Bella settles onto her bed, paws wrapped around her KONG, happily working to get every last bit inside. It helps keep her calm, engaged, and content while she waits.
Thanks to donations like these, Bella’s days are a little brighter — and her wait for home a little easier.
