Humane Society Seeks Winter Supplies for Animals

The Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society is collecting donations to build insulated winter shelters for cats and dogs.

Updated on Nov. 8, 2026 in Philanthropy

Humane Society Seeks Winter Supplies for Animals

Live Poll

Would you donate supplies to a local animal shelter this winter?

The Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society is requesting winter supply donations to build shelters for animals as cold weather approaches. Used coolers will be converted into insulated outdoor shelters for community cats, and straw will insulate shelters for cats and dogs.

Why it matters

Donations are needed to keep animals warm during cold winter weather in Bowling Green and surrounding Warren County. The shelters and supplies help protect outdoor animals that lack access to heated housing.

The society is requesting pet-safe ice melt, heavy-duty tarps, straw, and used coolers as shelter materials. No dollar totals or donation quantities were specified in the request.

The players

Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society

A local animal welfare organization serving Bowling Green and Warren County, Kentucky, which runs shelter and community cat programs.

The details

The humane society is converting used coolers into insulated outdoor shelters for community cats and using straw to insulate shelters for both cats and dogs. Other needed supplies include pet-safe ice melt and heavy-duty tarps.

November 7, 2026: The Humane Society publicly requested winter donations as cold weather approached.

Market Landscape

Local humane societies in Kentucky rely heavily on donated materials and volunteer labor to run community cat shelter programs. This winter request follows that model, relying on repurposed items like used coolers rather than purchased supplies.

Residents with used coolers, straw, tarps, or pet-safe ice melt can donate them to help build winter shelters. Households may also consider how donated supplies can support animals in their own neighborhoods during cold weather.

The takeaway

Small donations of everyday items like used coolers and straw can meaningfully protect community animals through winter. Residents who want to help can contact the Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society about what supplies it is currently accepting.