Crates Of Love
We’re so excited to announce the start of something great. We have started something we’re calling Crates of Love! It’s our way of helping get dogs adopted out of shelters. We decided to work on getting long-term shelter residents out of their kennels and into loving homes — one Crate of Love at a time.
What is a Crate of Love?
A Crate of Love is a fully packed dog crate given to a newly adopted dog in honor of that animal while they’re still at the shelter. Each crate includes the basics a new family needs to welcome a dog home: a comfy bed or blanket, a supply of the food the dog is already eating, food/water bowls, a leash and collar, waste bags, a few favorite toys, treats, and a little more.
How we pick the dogs
We’re starting by focusing on the longer-term residents — the dogs who’ve waited the longest for a forever family. We partner directly with the shelter to learn about each dog’s preferences and needs: what food they’re eating, which toys make them wag, and personality notes (shy, playful, great with kids, crate-trained, etc.). That information lets us personalize each crate so it feels like a thoughtful, practical gift for both dog and adopter.
Why it helps
New adoptions can be overwhelming. An already-stocked crate removes friction for potential adopters — no last-minute trips to the pet store, no uncertainty about what to buy, and no worry about changing the dog’s routine that first night. The crate also serves as a tangible introduction to the dog’s personality and needs, helping people feel confident to say “Yes.”.
How you can help
Donate items for crates: blankets, toys, collars, leashes, bowls, and unopened bags of dog food.
Sponsor a Crate of Love: cover the cost to assemble and deliver a personalized crate for a specific dog.
Share the story: spread the word about Crates of Love and the dogs we’re highlighting — social shares and local community support make a big difference.
A playful nudge from K-9 Cleanup Unit LLC
We scoop the yard so you don’t have to — now we’re helping dogs scoop up new homes! Crates of Love is our heartfelt way to give shelter dogs a better chance at finding the families they deserve.
By choosing K-9 Cleanup Unit you’re helping us continue this project and supporting local shelters all while you get your yard clean.
We’re just getting started, and we can’t wait to see tails wag when these crates find their new homes. If you’d like to learn more or get involved, reach out to K-9 Cleanup Unit LLC and ask about Crates of Love. Together, we’ll make adoption easier and hearts fuller.