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‘One More Special Adoption Day’ Thursday At The Animal Shelter
February 11, 2014
“One More Special Adoption Day,” a public animal adoption day in Escambia County, has been rescheduled due to inclement weather and will take place on Thursday, February 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Escambia County Animal Shelter, 200 West Fairfield Drive, Pensacola.
Additionally, the Escambia County Animal Shelter will honor “Manager’s Special” rates tomorrow, February 11, and the day of the event, Thursday, February 13. Manager’s Special rates are $55 for dogs 3 years old or younger and $35 for dogs older than 3. Cats 3 years old or younger will be available for $30 and $20 for cats younger than 3.
Hosted by Animal Services Advisory Committee (ASAC), One More Special Adoption Day will be held in an effort to assist in the adoption of local animals to loving homes by offering reduced adoption rates and gift bags to the first 100 pet adoptees.
During the event, the Escambia County Animal Shelter will host a food drive for cats and dogs of all ages. Escambia County Animal Control, Escambia County Fire Rescue and the Escambia County Sherriff’s office will be on hand during the event for meet and greet opportunities and pet owner safety tips.
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7 Responses to “‘One More Special Adoption Day’ Thursday At The Animal Shelter”
Adopting an animals from a shelter, or rescue is a great way to save a life, and gain lots of love and devotion from that dog or cat, and they are forever grateful for a second chance at life. I found a puppy in the woods that was dumped. Took me a while to get him to come to me, but he finally did. Took him to my vet the next day to check to see if he was micro chipped, which he wasn’t, then it was vaccinations, and when old enough a neuter. Right now, I am fighting the mange he has. But he is so sweet, and so goofy and he has brought so many smiles and laughter into my home. Older dogs make excellent pets as well. I adopted a four year old female Boxer, and she bonded with us in no time, and was so grateful to have a second chance. Sadly, she passed away at the age of eight yrs in November. So, go get you a puppy, adult, or a senior, they all needs loving homes and a second chance.
Our pet cemetary is 85 percent “throwaways”. strays that have been thrown out or found their way to our gates..or from the pound, they have all been blessings full of love, appreciation and devotion. Terrific memories of a few strays we were able to reunite with their loved ones also fill our years. Our children and grandchildren have learned compassion, responsiblility and the great blessing of a pets love, through the experience of learning to care for a pet.
So Folks truly consider opening your arms and your home to a fine furry friend……….
I have two rescue dogs. One is an inside dog and the other is a big bruiser of a dog who takes protecting his 5 acre yard serious. I can’t even begin to describe the joy, love, and companionship they both give to my entire family! When bringing one into your family they are usually a little scared and cautious for a few hours or half a day but with love, attention, and patience they will come around. Our oldest rescue dog is 11 and the youngest is 4 and I know they have blessed our home way more than we’ve blessed them!
Wouldn’t it be better to have pet adoptions on Saturdays when more people are off from work and available to adopt? Seems like Saturday adoptions would make the most of the situation. More animals would be adopted. A no brainer.
I have a rescue dog, who I got nearly 9 years ago. She has been a very sweet, smart and affectionate dog. She was easy to house train, and is very friendly. You’d almost swear she has a sense of gratitude for having a forever home.
All they want is to be loved, as does every living creature.
If you are considering a pet, please think about these animals who want love so much. They can be so grateful and eager to please, and can be the best dog or cat.