On His Birthday, 6-Year-Old Asks For Pet Supplies Instead Of Gifts

Sometimes, children surprise everyone and show they have a heart of gold. Conrad proved to everyone that when he decided to be selfless on his birthday. He is a 6-year-old from Ohio who went viral because of the gifts he asked for.

For his 6^th birthday, he didn’t ask for toys, electronics, or books. He asked for pet supplies and food to donate to animal shelters. His wish was granted, and he received over 100 pounds of supplies. He donated it to SPCA Cincinnati. The shelter was in dire need of supplies because the donations they received weren’t enough to cover all their needs.

The volunteers at the shelter were obviously grateful for Conrad’s generosity so they made a thank you post for him. They wrote about his selflessness on their social media platforms, and they ended the thank you by inviting him to come by the shelter and visit anytime he wants.

The supplies donated help feed dogs who are still waiting to get adopted, like Merlot. Way too often, volunteers have to work overtime to make sure every pet they take care of is well fed and safe, and sometimes that means taking money from their own pockets to get them food. So, generous donations like Conrad’s can make all the difference.

Conrad’s actions are a glimmer of hope for the future of humanity. At such a young age, he has proven that giving is always the best option, and he has hopefully inspired other people to give back to their communities.

Image Credit: SPCA Cincinnati