Girl donates to animal shelter

Nine-year-old Summer Wood didn't ask for cake, ice cream and presents for her birthday.

Instead she asked for dog food, leashes, collars, cat food, cat litter, bowls and other pet care items she could donate to the Suffolk Animal Shelter.

Summer's birthday wishes came true. Her wishes helped countless puppies, dogs, kittens and cats as they wait for permanent homes at the shelter.

After her birthday party, Summer's parents, Ron and Amanda Wood, helped her deliver the much needed items.  Chief Animal Control Officer Meghann McGillvray-Chapin said she was delighted with the donations because the shelter always needs assistance to improve the lives of animals as they await adoption.