(Pictured from L to R: Stella's Snack Shack in Shaler, PA, Leeway Free Pet Pantry in Dundalk, MD, and Hungry Paws Pantry in Glen Ellyn, IL.)

What is a Pet Blessing Box?

Modeled after the incredibly successful Little Free Library, recognizing that their neighbors are struggling to afford food for their pets, individuals and organizations across the U.S. have begun offering little free pet pantries, also known as “Pet Blessing Boxes.”

By providing a simple, local solution, little free pet pantries help to keep pets in loving homes, reduce shelter burden, and bring compassion closer to where people live. The Little Free Library concept of “Take what you need. Give what you can,” transfers from books to pet food and supplies in the case of little free pet pantries.

Little free pet pantries are a compliment to existing, large-scale pet pantries and aid in increasing access between scheduled pet pantry events. Also, unlike traditional larger-scale, event-based pet pantries, pet blessing boxes allow pet parents to anonymously take what they need, no registration, no ID, no questions asked.

Ready for a pet blessing box in your community? We hope so! Please click here to learn how to bring a little free pet pantry to your neighborhood!

Our Pet Blessing Boxes

Every Bella’s Blessings Box is designed to be both durable and welcoming. Constructed from weatherproof PVC, each box measures 23” tall x 27” wide and weighs about 38 pounds, with capacity for up to 25 pounds of dry food, plus treats, bowls, and toys. The box is primed but unpainted, as we deliberately leave it ready for each community to paint with its unique touch!

Each box includes:

A “Bella’s Blessings” sign featuring a QR code that links to our online directory of free and low-cost veterinary clinics, pet food banks, and assistance programs.
A solar light for safe, easy access from dusk to dawn.
A 4”x4” pressure-treated post, installed securely at a height of 36.”

Because many users may have limited access to veterinary care, we strive to ensure each Pet Blessing Box is stocked with safe, hygienic, and reliable support items.

Welcomed Donations

Unopened dry food - 10 lbs. or less
Unopened canned food - pull tops preferred
Unopened treats
Unopened chews
Toys
Collars
Leashes
Bowls
Unopened litter - 10 lbs. or less
Grooming items (nail clippers, shampoos,
ear cleaning, teeth cleaning, etc...)
New and gently-used pet clothing
Pee pads

Please Avoid Donating

Expired items
Medications, including flea/tick preventives
Prescription food
Pet beds
Bags of food over 10 lbs
Bags of food larger than the top shelf
Peanut butter
Choke/prong collars

Check out the
cute door knobs!