County Offering Free Pet Adoptions All of August for Clear the Shelters

Media
Aug 4
3 min read

My name is Gus (SNDGCA_05). Come and adopt me today. My siblings already found their forever homes

Every animal deserves a loving home. This August, you can help make that happen.

County Animal Services is waiving all pet adoption fees at the Bonita and Carlsbad animal shelters during the month of August for Clear the Shelters.

My name is BOARIS. I’m a neutered white potbellied pig. I'm 5 months and weigh 25.4 pounds. My kennel number is SHUT1. There are several young pigs available.

Clear the Shelters is a nationwide initiative led by NBC and Telemundo-owned television stations to connect shelter animals with families ready to provide love, comfort and care.

Since 2015, the campaign has helped more than 1 million pets across the country find permanent homes.

With shelters near capacity, this year’s goal is to find a home for every adoptable animal in our care.

My name is Opal. (SNDGCA_02) Opal is a super chill and sweet house guest! She loves her bed and toys she can chew!

All pets adopted from County shelters come spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and include a one-year license for dogs living in the department’s service area—free of charge during August.

I’m a white pigeon. I don't have a name yet so you can name me. My kennel number is S999.

From cats and dogs to guinea pigs and turtles, many animals are waiting to meet their match. Visit the Animal Services adoptions page to browse available pets.

In-person adoption interactions are available Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

My name is Teddy (SNDGCA_15). Come sit with me and relax! I love to be pet!

Shelters are open at both County locations:

South Shelter — 5821 Sweetwater Road, Bonita, CA 91902
North Shelter — 2481 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92011

Staff recommend choosing a second or third pet option in case your first choice is adopted before your visit.

My name is Wiley. I’m a neutered BLK SABLE/WHITE BELG MALINOIS/MIX. I'm a year and 5 months old. My weight is 56.2 pounds. I’m in the Southern Region shelter. My kennel number is S126. I love to play and I am SOOO much fun!

County Animal Services promotes the humane and responsible care of pets and works every day to find foster and forever homes for every healthy and adoptable animal. The department partners with more than 300 rescue organizations and provides daily care for animals in need.

My name is Goji (SNDGCA_03). Goji is a real treat! Guaranteed to bring joy into your life.

If you’re not ready to adopt, fostering is another way to help. It gives animals time to adjust to a home environment and prepares them for adoption by socializing them with people and other pets.

My name is Tinker Bell. I'm a spayed Red Tabby Domestic Shorthair. I'm 7 months old and weigh 5 pounds. I'm in the Southern Region Shelter. My kennel number is SZ002. There are a lot of other kitties, too.

You can support local animals in need by donating to the Spirit Fund, which provides free, often life-saving veterinary care for injured and sick pets at County shelters. You can also help by donating items from the County Animal Services wish list or volunteering your time to support the animals in our care.