Q: I need help providing pet food to my pet(s). Where can I get help with pet food?

If you need temporary assistance with providing food for your pet there are several local options that can provide support.

The Animal Welfare League

6224 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago.

Offers a food pantry the last Thursday of every month from noon to 3 p.m. It is open to people age 65 and older, or those on public assistance. Call 773-667-0088 or go to Animal Welfare League website

PAWS Chicago

1997 N. Clybourn Ave.

Call first for an appointment: 773-475-9426 or go to PAWS website

Treehouse Humane Society, a no-kill cat shelter, 1212 W. Carmen Ave., Chicago, has a cat food pantry. Call 773-784-5488 x 221 or go to Treehouse website. Dog and cat food are both available.