Placer County Animal Services will host a free adoption event on Oct. 4 in Auburn to mark National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, offering pets from a shelter intake that includes 1,799 animals and 819 dogs. Read On…
New Hanover County animal control in Wilmington, N.C., is advising residents not to give pets as surprise Christmas gifts, warning that the holiday rush can lead to more animals leaving shelters shortly after adoption. Read On…
PAWS Chicago began its Holiday Adopt‑A‑Thon on Friday at the Lincoln Park adoption center, showcasing 20 dogs and aiming to place 125 pets by the end of the weekend as the shelter responds to increased citywide intakes. Read On…
Auggie, an 8-year-old senior dog, was adopted from the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter in Wantagh, New York, but was returned twice and remains at the shelter; staff and a spokesperson say guarding issues mean he needs a careful placement. Read On…
Two central Ohio shelters are offering short-term holiday fosters that give 145 adoptable dogs a break from kennels and a chance to show their home personalities to potential adopters. Read On…
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare has issued guidance for holiday pet adoptions, stressing the importance of matching animals to families and saying returns are not higher during the holiday season. Read On…
As part of the 12th annual Home for the Holidays campaign, Charleston Animal Society and Hendrick Automotive Group delivered 12 adopted pets to families across Charleston on Dec. 24, giving older animals a chance at new homes and producing emotional reactions from recipients. Read On…
Canelo, a mixed-breed dog taken to the Oakland County Animal Shelter after being found in Pontiac on Feb. 14, 2025, was adopted on Dec. 26 after spending roughly 7,200 hours in the shelter. Read On…
National Mill Dog Rescue said it rescued 52 out-of-state dogs; 49 arrived at its Peyton, Colorado shelter Saturday evening and three were transferred to a partner in Missouri. The dogs were described as deeply neglected and are receiving medical treatment before adoption. Read On…
A Giving Tree at Simply Diego’s invites patrons to donate holiday baskets of treats, toys and food to support animals waiting for adoption through a partnership with Lap Dog Rescue. Read On…