We Bring Support Where It's Needed
Arielle’s Pet Pantry is a mobile outreach initiative. We rescue supplies from retailers and distribute them directly to local animal shelters, non-profits, and the Police K-9 Unit. We don't have a storefront—we operate right in the heart of the community.
Our Story
Arielle has loved animals for as long as she can remember. Growing up, she felt a deep connection to every creature she met. That early passion resulted in her attending W.B. Saul High School of Agricultural Sciences in Philadelphia where she met her future husband. Her hands-on high school experience led her into a lifelong career as a veterinary technician, a role she has proudly held for almost a decade and a half.
Through her work in veterinary medicine, Arielle witnessed firsthand the challenges faced by shelters, rescues, non-profit agencies, and pet owners in need. She saw organizations stretching limited resources, families struggling to provide for their pets, and animals who simply needed a little extra help. The more she saw, the more she felt called to make a difference.
That calling became Arielle’s Pet Pantry.
Founded from the belief that every animal deserves love, care, and dignity, Arielle’s Pet Pantry provides essential pet supplies—food, treats, blankets, toys, and more—to shelters, rescues, working animals, community programs, and families experiencing hardship. The pantry serves as a bridge between generous supporters and the animals and caretakers who rely on community help.
Arielle’s husband plays a big part in bringing this mission to life. Together, they design flyers, manage the website, and deliver supplies to those in need. What started as a shared love for animals has grown into a shared mission to give back—one delivery, one donation, and one pet at a time.
For Arielle and her husband, this work is more than a project—it’s a passion. A promise to support the people and organizations who dedicate their lives to animals. A promise to help pets stay safe, healthy, and loved. And a promise to make sure no animal goes without, simply because resources are limited.
Arielle’s Pet Pantry began as one woman’s dream and continues to grow through teamwork, compassion, and community—proving that together, we can make a difference, one paw at a time.
Local Shelters and Non-Profits
Delivering food and medical supplies to organizations caring for homeless pets.
The K-9 Unit
Providing heavy-duty chew toys and orthopedic beds for our city's working dogs.
Community Events
Hosting resource fairs and pop-up events to support pet owners directly in their neighborhoods.
How It Works
This program operates through established relationships with multiple retail locations. With store permission, usable items that are being cycled out are collected before disposal. The items are then sorted and matched to the needs of various shelters and organizations throughout Philadelphia and surrounding areas.
The program supports:
- 🐾 Local nonprofit animal shelters
- 🐱 Cat rescue organizations
- 🐶 Dog rescue organizations
- 🏡 Foster-based animal networks
- 🚓 The Philadelphia Police K-9 Unit
♻️ Commonly Recovered
- Cat and dog food and treats
- Small animal supplies when available
- Toys and enrichment items
- Bedding, blankets, and crates
- Collars, leashes, and harnesses
- Grooming and cleaning supplies
💜 Urgently Needed Items
- Cat litter and hygiene supplies
- Kitten and puppy formula
- Heavy-duty chew toys (K9s & Shelter)
- Large orthopedic dog beds (K9s & Shelter)
- Enrichment items for stress relief
Donation Request
Donated funds will be used to purchase high-need items that are rarely recovered.
| Item | Beneficiaries | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Large / Orthopedic Dog Beds | Shelters & K9 Unit | Comfort, recovery, joint support |
| Heavy-Duty Chew Toys | K9 Unit & Strong Chewers | Stress relief, training, stimulation |
| Cat Litter & Supplies | Cat Shelters & Fosters | Daily hygiene and health |
| Kitten/Puppy Formula | Foster Programs | Neonatal survival support |
Help Us Stock the Mobile Pantry
While we rescue many supplies, we need funding for the essentials we can't find: Kitten formula, Cat Litter, and K-9 Beds.
Donate via Cash App $arielleMckeiverArielle's Pet Pantry Turns community waste into community care — ensuring animals across Philadelphia and surrounding areas receive the supplies, comfort, and support they deserve. By funding this work, donors directly impact the wellbeing of shelter animals, foster animals, and the city’s working K9 partners.
Arielle's Pet Pantry
Serving Philadelphia, PA | Founded by Arielle McKeiver
Our Mission
Arielle's Pet Pantry is a non-profit mobile outreach initiative dedicated to turning community waste into community care. We rescue retail pet supplies and distribute them to Philadelphia shelters, foster networks, and the Police K-9 Unit.
Areas We Serve
Proudly supporting animal welfare across Philadelphia, West Philadelphia, North Philadelphia, South Philadelphia, Germantown, University City, and Center City. Providing support for: Local Animal Shelters, Cat Rescue Organizations, Dog Rescues, Foster Care Networks, and Veterinary Clinics.