We gratefully accept new and gently used items that can be sold at Happy Tails Thrift Shop.
100% of the proceeds of the sale of your donated items supports the rescue and care of the animals at the Humane Society of Summit County.
Happy Tails Thrift Shop
Starting September 14 donations are accepted on TUE, WED, FRI, and SAT from 10-3 only.
With a convenient location in Merriman Valley, the Humane Society of Summit County’s Happy Tails Thrift Shop provides our community with the opportunity to not only shop for affordable home goods and antiques, but also support a great cause! 100% of Happy Tails proceeds support the rescue and care of the animals at the Humane Society of Summit County.
Shopping Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday to Saturday: 10am-7pm
Sunday: 11am-6pm
1770 Merriman Road
Akron, OH 44313
(330) 794-7826
agaugler@summithumane.org
Staff
Amber Gaugler, Thrift Store Manager
agaugler@summithumane.org
(330) 794-7826
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Donate Your Items
Donation Hours
10am-3pm – Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Please drop off items at:
Happy Tails Thrift Shop
1770 Merriman Rd
Akron, OH 44313
Due to the current shortage of staff, please call ahead and schedule all large
or heavy items to allow us to prepare space and to make sure a team is available
to help move the item. If a scheduled time was not reserved, HTTS reserves
the right to refuse any donation.
To schedule, please call (330) 794-7826.
Items We Accept
- Home Goods & Furnishings
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- Small Household Appliances
- Home Décor
- Wall Décor
- Small Furniture
- Holiday Decorations
- Kitchen and Dining Items
- Linens and Towels
- Storage Containers
- Lawn and Garden Items
- Office Supplies
- Antique, Collectible, Vintage and Retro Items
Entertainment & Hobbies
- Books, CDs, DVDs, Computer Games
- Crafting, Sewing, Knitting, Crocheting Supplies
- Musical Instruments
- Toys and Games
Fashion Accessories
- Handbags, Purses, Wallets, and Tote Bags
- Fine and Costume Jewelry
- Scarves
Personal Care Items
- New, Unopened Bath and Body Items
Pet Items
- Pet Bowls, Collars, Costumes, Leashes, Sweaters, Toys, etc.
And more, just ask!
Items We DO NOT Accept
Home Goods & Furnishings
- Bedding
- Throw Pillows
- Curtains
- Rugs
- Car Mats
- Used Candles
- Pots and Pans that are scratched
- Discolored/Warped Plastic Food Storage Containers
- Frames that are missing glass or backing
- Open Party Supplies
- Banners
- Paper Plates
- Items Missing Parts or Hardware
- Medium and Large Household Appliances
- Baby Furniture
- Baby/Infant Items
- Inflatable furniture, toys or decor
- Heaters, appliances, or any item that uses liquid fuel (i.e. kerosene, gasoline, diesel, propane, etc.)
- Sleeper Sofas, Waterbeds, Mattresses, Box Springs or Bed Pillows
- Broken, damaged, dirty, or rusted items
Electronics & Appliances
- Office Electronics
- Computers and Computer Parts
- Printers
- TVs older than 5 years (MUST have remote)
- Electronics with Battery Corrosion
- Slide Projectors
- Hard Wired Light Fixtures and Speakers
Books & Media
- Encyclopedias
- Text Books
- Magazines
- VHS Tapes
- Cassettes
- Damaged Records
- Records
Tools & Large Items
- Construction/Building Materials
- Automotive Parts
- Paint or Chemicals of Any Kind
- Lumber
- Items that need to be built or assembled
- Camping Gear – tents, styrofoam coolers, sleeping bags
- Tents
- Styrofoam Coolers
Pet Items
- Soiled/torn pet beds, toys, and collars
- Used Litter Boxes
- Indoor Pee Pads
- Pet Food (PLEASE DONATE DIRECTLY TO THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF SUMMIT COUNTY)
Other
- Clothing, shoes or hats
- Hair tools and accessories (unless new in a box)
- Medical equipment (eyeglasses, braces, hearing aids, etc.)
- Toilet Seats
- Shower Chairs
- Skis
- Treadmills
- Weight Benches
- Sports Equipment
- Any broken/non-working item
- Any game or toy missing parts
This list is to be used only as a guideline. There may be other items not listed that we can use in our shelter or Thrift Shop or that cannot be accepted due to size, condition, or suitability.
The Humane Society of Summit County (HSSC) cannot accept anything that is not in working order, damaged, or missing any parts. HSSC reserves the right to refuse any donation for any reason. Please dispose of these items through an alternative responsible resource, such as your local recycling center.
Dumping is illegal — violators will be prosecuted.
Please Note: Once an item is donated it is no longer your property, and you are giving up all rights to said property. We try to check in items the same day, and there is a good chance the items will be available for sale within 24 hours. We cannot be responsible for items that were donated in error. CHECK YOUR ITEMS PRIOR TO DONATING.
Become a Volunteer
Volunteers are critical to the success of Happy Tails Thrift Shop! Learn how to become a Happy Tails Thrift Shop Volunteer by contacting Sheena Hanly at shanly@summithumane.org.