Christmas And The People Who Foster The Most In Need

[Sydoo]

I think the OP's intentions were good, the execution was lousy. I'd rather focus on how they can execute their aim better.

Negative, preachy messages turn people off. Positive ones are far more engaging. Firstly, you have to give a bit of info about yourself and why you're doing this. Then you need to give people some simple, positive instructions on what they can do to help.

For example, what about advocating a toy exchange (ie you get one new toy for your dog, donate one old one to a shelter). This is what I do and it leads to a win-win. What about a "donate the toys that you bought that your dog ignores" drive too. All these things still allow people to spoil their pets, but a pet in need gets the benefit of the stuff that is no longer required.

Great idea! Christmas might be toybox clean out day here. I try and order 2 of anything that I buy for Billie and donate the other (or equivalent goods if what I'm buying might not be a practical donation).