FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – The Friends of Cumberland County Animals (FOCCAS), a non-profit that supports pets and their owners in Cumberland County, have organized a Christmas meal for the shelter animals on Dec. 17 at 10 a.m. Approximately 75 dogs and 100 cats will enjoy this animal-friendly meal. 

The event is not open to the public.

Animal friendly items on the menu include:

• Cooked boneless turkey breast or boneless chicken breast (no whole or frozen turkeys)
• Canned tuna or sardines (NO flavor added – packed in water NOT oil)
• Canned chicken (NO flavor added)
• Sweet potatoes (plain)
• Baby carrots
• Bananas
• Apples
• Applesauce (unsweetened)

For more information about FOCCAS and how to assist the group with events and other outreach programs, visit their Facebook page at facebook.com/CCACanimalfriends. For volunteer information with Animal Services, visit the County’s website cumberlandcountync.gov/animalservices or call Animal Services at 910-321-6852.

Media wishing to attend will need to R.S.V.P. at (910) 321-6852.