PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — Animal shelters throughout the United States, including Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control, Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue in Royal Palm Beach and the Humane Society of St. Lucie County, are offering adoption specials for the entire month of July, starting Saturday.
The National Empty the Shelters Event, organized by the BISSELL Pet Foundation, is taking place in 44 states and will encompass more than 335 shelters. During this period, pets will be available for adoption for just $50 or less. MetLife Pet Insurance will offer 30 days of pet insurance at no cost.
At Animal Care and Control at 7100 Belvedere Road in West Palm Beach, all pet adoption fees are $4 in response to a critical overcapacity crisis.
Bartlett Animal Rescue, 10405 Southern Boulevard in Royal Palm Beach, is waiving adoption fees for dogs and cats 6 months and older.
The Humane Society, 8890 Glades Cut Off Road in Port St. Lucie, is waiving all adoption fees for adult dogs and cats. Kittens will have a reduced adoption fee of $50.
Animal Care and Control
"The current overcapacity crisis is a pressing issue that requires the collective efforts of our entire community," Jan Steele, the division director at Animal Care and Control, said in a news release. "We urge everyone who is able to consider adopting a pet during this time. By doing so, you not only provide a second chance for these animals but also alleviate the strain in our community. This population crisis is a nationwide problem.”
For those unable to adopt permanently, fostering is another option.
"We understand that adopting a pet is a huge commitment, and it may not be feasible for everyone," Steele said. "But fostering is a fantastic way to make an immediate impact and contribute to our cause. It allows animals to experience the love, care and stability they need while freeing up space in our facility for other vulnerable animals."
Interested individuals can browse the online gallery of adoptable pets or visit the PBCACC facility in person.
No appointment is needed and the adoption center hours are Monday through Friday, noon to 6 p.m.; Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.
Bartlett Animal Rescue
Bartlett Animal Rescue's only fee is a $20 for a rabies tag Palm Beach County residents.
"We want to clear out our rescue and get our dogs into loving homes," Savannah Mansueti, events coordinator at Bartlett, told WPTV. "All of our dogs deserve a family and we have a couple incentives to choose us. All of our pets are spayed or neutered, microchipped and vaccinated. We include a free sample of food and one month free of prevention."
More information is available on the shelter's website.
Humane Society of St. Lucie County
The shelter during adoption hours are Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
All adopted pets will be spayed/neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.
"We are excited to participate in the National Empty the Shelters Event," Glenn Camelio, executive director at the Humane Society of St. Lucie County, said in a news release. "By waiving adoption fees for adult dogs and cats, we hope to encourage more families in our community to consider adopting a shelter pet. This event aligns perfectly with our mission of finding loving forever homes for every deserving animal in our care."
More information is available on the shelter's website.
