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"Fall in Love – Empty the Shelter", Broward County Offers Free Pet Adoptions to Spark Lifelong Bonds

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Published on September 25, 2024
"Fall in Love – Empty the Shelter", Broward County Offers Free Pet Adoptions to Spark Lifelong BondsSource: X/Broward County Board of County Commissioners

Broward County's pets are set to benefit from a new campaign aimed at finding them forever homes. Starting October 1 through October 15, Broward County Animal Care will waive adoption fees for pets as part of its "Fall in Love – Empty the Shelter" initiative, a drive aimed at finding loving homes for animals in need, as reported by WSVN.

Partnering with the Bissell Pet Foundation, which is covering the waived adoption fees, the shelter located at 2400 SW 42nd St. in Fort Lauderdale, will open its doors from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. during this special adoption period; residents looking to adopt can preview available animals online and all pets come vaccinated, sterilized, and microchipped, ready to be welcomed by their new families, according to details found on the shelter's announcement on X.

WSVN further quotes Doug Brightwell, Broward County's Animal Care director, who is encouraging the community to be part of the life-changing campaign: "We challenge South Florida to 'Fall in Love' and give a shelter pet a second chance," and Brightwell goes on to say, "We’re excited to see how many lives we can change through this campaign, both for the pets and their new owners. These animals are waiting for their fresh start, and we hope families throughout the region will open their hearts and homes."

The adoption campaign is known for bolstering pet ownership throughout South Florida, as countless cats and dogs have found their place in welcoming homes past adoptions endeavors have served as a testament to the region's love for its animal inhabitants, while the staff at Broward County Animal Care works ensuring each pet is prepared for a bright and healthy future before adoption.

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