YORK, Pa. — The York County SPCA announced this week it will waive all adoption fees later this month to help celebrate National Clear the Shelters Month.
The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 24 and Sunday, August 25, the shelter said.
Adoptions will occur on a first-come, first-served basis, and only cashless payments (for buying dog licenses, bloodwork, collars, leashes, carriers, etc.) will be accepted.
ANIMALS IN FOSTER CARE
Most of the adoptable pets are at the Brougher Companion Animal Shelter. However, others are in foster homes and would require a meeting at another. In these incidences, the York County SPCA said it would still honor the waived adoption fee.
If you plan on attending, please take note of the following:
ADOPTING DOGS
Browse adoptable dogs here.
Please complete a general dog adoption questionnaire at least three days in advance of the event to allow the shelter's staff to have ample time to review the questionnaire and touch base with any questions.
Though it is not required, the York SPCA recommends bringing all human and canine members of your household to ensure the dog is the right fit for your whole family.
If you bring a dog, they must have a collar and be on a leash for the dog meets (slip-lead leashes are preferred).
When you arrive, first stop at the welcome/check-in table before browsing the kennel. Please leave your dog(s) in your vehicle with the A/C running until you can grab them for a meet and greet. You may walk them around the grass areas to the right of our building until they are ready for a meet.
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN COLLAR AND LEASH IF YOU PLAN ON ADOPTING A NEW DOG! The shelter has a limited available for purchase.
If you are interested in more than one dog, please have a list of your top 4-5 dogs in mind so the shelter's staff can better assist you. You can walk through the kennel to see our available dogs!
Once you enter the shelter, staff and volunteers will be available to assist you. Most dogs will be able to go home on the event day. However, some may require pick-up on another day. Please be patient with our staff and volunteers.
ADOPTING CATS
Browse adoptable cats here.
Please note when viewing available cats on the York SPCA website whether they are located at the York County SPCA or one of its satellite locations (Petco & PetSmart).
Please complete a general cat adoption questionnaire at least three days in advance of the event to allow SPCA staff to have ample time to review the questionnaire and touch base with any questions.
BYOC (Bring Your Own Carrier) is encouraged. However, the SPCA will have premade cardboard carriers for sale if needed.
Though it is not required, the SPCA recommends bringing all household members to ensure the cat fits your whole family.
If you are interested in more than one cat, please have a list of your TOP 3-4 CATS in mind so the staff can better assist you. You can browse the cattery to see all adoptable cats!
Once you enter the shelter, the SPCA will have staff and volunteers there to assist you with check-in and direct you through the cattery to arrange a meeting with the cat(s) you want to see.
ADOPTING SMALL ANIMALS
Browse adoptable small animals here.
Please complete a general small animal adoption application at least three days in advance of the event to allow staff to have ample time to review it and pre-approve you.
BYOC (Bring Your Own Carrier) is encouraged. However, the SPCA will have premade cardboard carriers for sale if needed.
Once you enter the shelter, SPCA staff can walk you through meeting our small animals before choosing the one(s) you want to adopt.
