NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A record number of families in Nashville are struggling to feed their pets, with the Nashville Humane Association reporting more than double the households seeking help from their pet food bank.

The organization now serves 1,072 pets every month, distributing 3,116 pounds of food as families face inflation, layoffs and reduced SNAP benefits.

“The need is definitely there and we just want to be able to provide as much as we can,” said Taylor Spreitler of the Nashville Humane Association.

Demand more than doubles since 2023

The Nashville Humane Association operates its Pet Food Bank every Wednesday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., providing pet food and supplies to families in need. The organization has seen explosive growth in families needing assistance since recent be

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