Tractor Supply Company in Gloucester​ is dedicating August to showing its appreciation for animals. The rural lifestyle retailer will host a variety of animal-centric happenings and deals as part of “Out Here With Animals,” its monthlong event for animals of all kinds and the people who care for them.

The supplies drive began Aug. 1, with customers invited to show their support for the Gloucester​ animal shelter community by dropping off new sealed food, toys, cleaning supplies and other essential pet accessories such as beds, scratching posts, leashes and bowls to be donated to local rescues and shelters.

In addition to the supplies drive, Tractor Supply will host a pet adoption event Saturday, Aug. 25. Local animal organizations interested in participating are encouraged to sign up online at www.TractorSupply.com/EventPartners or by contacting the Gloucester​ Tractor Supply. Registration closes Aug. 22.  ...