Rather than throw away your old newspapers, Mesa County Animal Services, 971A Coffman Road, hopes you will take the time to give it those newspapers to help improve the lives of local shelter animals.

Animal Services has an ongoing demand for papers to line crates and catch waste from puppies, who still need to learn good habits, and provide comfort and cleanliness for the animals.

“Before you throw away a newspaper, please remember it can help fill a big need at the shelter,” Animal Services Manager Doug Frye said. “Anyone willing to donate old newspapers can drop them off at our office.” Animal Services is open Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.