$10,000 grant assists animal rescue effort

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- A local animal rescue is getting a boost thanks to a grant from a charitable organization.

The Mary Margaret Hodgin Fund of the Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri has given $10,500 to M’Shoogy’s to purchase new kennels.

M’Shoogy’s, based in Savannah, rescues injured, abandoned and abused dogs and cats around the clock, every day of the year. The rescue offers support to law enforcement in five counties and provides affordable animal medical services through Angel Vet.

The Mary Margaret Hodgin Fund at The Community Foundation specifically supports nonprofit organizations dedicated to the care of dogs and cats in Buchanan and Andrew counties.

The acquisition of new kennels and play pens will enhance safety plans and exercise areas at the rescue.