Tyler Public Library and Tyler Animal Control are teaming up from Oct. 9 to 31 to collect as many blankets as possible to make sure our furry friends at the shelter stay warm as the weather gets cooler.

We're calling on all animal lovers and community members to donate new or gently used fleece blankets, ideally sized 50x50in or 60x60in, to fit the kennels for animals of all sizes.

Blanket donations can be dropped off at the Library in front of the circulation desk. Staff will collect donations and deliver them to Animal Control. If you're ready to take it a step further and give a furry friend a forever home, visit the Animal Services webpage or call the shelter at (903) 535-0045.

For more information about the blanket collection, call the Library at (903) 593-7323 or email idesk@tylertexas.com.