Hugs for Harry Dog Rescue, a nonprofit dedicated to saving vulnerable dogs in the Bay Area, has received a critical infrastructure donation from Stewart Heating, Plumbing & Air Conditioning. The Lafayette-based company donated and installed a 40-gallon electric water heater at the rescue’s new facility in Lafayette, California, addressing a pressing need for hot water to support sanitation and grooming operations.
The water heater will supply hot water to a new in-house laundry facility and a dog washing station, both essential for maintaining cleanliness and proper grooming standards for the animals. These additions are expected to reduce ongoing operational costs while strengthening the overall health and wellbeing of the dogs housed at the facility, according to the rescue.
Hugs for Harry relocated to its current Lafayette location in January 2026, gaining additional space to accommodate growing rescue efforts. However, the move introduced several necessary infrastructure improvements. Access to hot water and adequate plumbing were among the most pressing needs, yet financial limitations made progress difficult before Stewart Heating stepped forward.
‘Our team is honored to support an organization doing such meaningful work in the community,’ said a representative from Stewart Heating, Plumbing & Air Conditioning. ‘Providing this water heater and installation is a small way we can contribute to the comfort and care of these animals and the people who dedicate their time to helping them.’
Hugs for Harry rescues dogs from a range of difficult circumstances, including abandonment, medical neglect, and overcrowded shelters where animals face the risk of euthanasia. The organization depends on community donations and volunteer involvement to sustain its ongoing mission.
‘Stewart Heating, Plumbing & Air’s generous contribution made a project possible that once felt out of reach,’ said a board member of Hugs for Harry Dog Rescue. ‘This donation allows us to focus more of our resources on what matters most – providing daily care, medical treatment, and love to every dog that comes through our doors.’
For more information about Stewart Heating, Plumbing & Air Conditioning, visit stewartheatingandair.com. To learn more about Hugs for Harry Dog Rescue, including adoption and volunteer opportunities, visit hugsforharry.org.
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