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The Coronado Times

June 7, 2025

It’s good news for Coronado shelter pets looking for a home. The adoption rates at PAWS Coronado are on track for a record-breaking year. So far, more than 113 pets have been adopted this year. That’s an average of 23 adoptions per month!

“It’s exciting that PAWS is on a record pace for animal adoptions in 2025, and we are so proud of the PAWS team for their tireless efforts,” said Greg Curtin, President of the PAWS Board of Directors. “This just underscores the persistent need out there to help abandoned dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it.” Read more

KOVR

June 7, 2025

Join us for Adopt-a-Pet Day, a one-day, statewide effort to get shelter animals into loving homes. All adoptions at Bradshaw Animal Shelter will be fully sponsored, meaning zero adoption fees thanks to the generosity of our partners at CalAnimals. Read more

KESQ

June 7, 2025

The Riverside County Department of Animal Services is making efforts to aid its overwhelmed shelters by holding California's second-annual Adopt-a-Pet Day.

One of the 150 shelters participating is the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, who says they are overrun with dogs and cats. The Adopt-a-Pet Day waives any adoption fees, as officials hope it encourages residents to add a new furry friend to their home. Read more

CBS 8

June 7, 2025

One of the biggest pet adoption events of the year returned to San Diego over the weekend, bringing together hundreds of animals and dozens of local organizations, all with one goal: finding loving homes for furry friends.

Around 300 adoptable pets and 28 animal rescues participated in the Dog Days of Summer Mega Pet Adoption, hosted by the San Diego Animal Support Foundation. For Zeke and Amanda, it was the perfect opportunity to finally welcome a new member to the family, their new puppy Tula. Read more

KRCR

June 7, 2025

The Butte Humane Society was one of over 150 state animal shelters participating in 'Adopt-a-Pet-Day' on Saturday.

Hosted by the California Animal Welfare Association, the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and the ASPCA, the event waived adoption fees for all shelter pets at participating shelters. Read more

NBC 7 

June 7, 2025

The San Diego Humane Society participated in the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day on Saturday.

As part of the state-wide initiative — hosted by CalAnimals, SF SPCA and the ASPCA — adoption fees for all animals were waived in an effort to clear the shelters.

This year's latest tally of pets adopted during the California Adopt-a-Pet Day in San Diego was at least 293, the humane society said in an X post on Saturday night. Read more

KCAL

June 7, 2025

Jesse Oldham, ASPCA senior director Los Angeles initiative, discusses the statewide adoption event taking place on Saturday, June 7, with adoption fees waived for the day at participating shelters. Watch the coverage

My MotherLode

June 7, 2025

This weekend, several animals are hoping to find a forever home while owners can protect their pets for less.

Saturday, June 7th, is the California Adopt-a-Pet Day, with fees waived. The goal is to find loving homes for 5,000 pets across the state. More than 150 animal shelters are participating in this year’s event, including Calaveras County Animal Services (CCAS). The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with adoption fees covered. However, all the dogs will be out of their kennels between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., with volunteers helping to introduce potential adoptees to the pooches. Read more

Patch

June 7, 2025

The San Francisco SPCA is leading Bay Area participation in the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day on Saturday, June 7, 2025! Join the SF SPCA and dozens of local shelters for this statewide adoption event aiming to find loving homes for 5,000 pets in one day. Read more

San Diego Tribune

June 7, 2025

Several California animal shelters are waiving adoption fees and extending summer hours to promote pet adoptions on June 7th for California Adopt-a-Pet Day. The San Diego Humane Society is joining other shelters across the state in waiving fees for all adoptions on June 7th. They are also extending their weekend adoption hours until 7 p.m. at all their campuses through October 25th, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. Read more

Z 107.7

June 7, 2025

Saturday is California Adopt-a-Pet Day, and more than 150 shelters across the state are holding adoption events, including a few right here in the Morongo Basin.

Palms N Paws Animal shelter in Twentynine Palms is hosting an adoption event with all fees waived on eligible pets that have already been spayed or neutered. They’ll be hosting the event from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the shelter located at 7086 Buillion Ave. Read more

Contra Costa News

June 7, 2025

On Saturday, June 7, Contra Costa Animal Services (CCAS) will join more than 150 California animal shelters in holding free adoption events as part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day, hosted by the California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals). The event’s festivities will include free adoptions of shelter  pets ($25 licensing fee may apply) and fun activities throughout the day. Read more

Sierra News Online

June 6, 2025

Running from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 28261 Avenue 14 in Madera, the event promises a western-themed celebration where attendees can meet and adopt their next furry companion at no cost. The ASPCA and CalAnimals partnered with 150 animal shelters, including Madera County, to organize this large-scale effort. Read more

KNX

June 6, 2025

Los Angeles will commemorate the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day Saturday, joining more than 150 animal shelters across the state, by offering fee-waived adoptions.

The Department of Animal Services, also known as LAAS, will waive adoption fees for dogs and cats using a donation from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. To find the nearest animal shelter, go to laanimalservices.com/. Read more

NBC 7

June 6, 2025

Oh, Boy Boy: Meet the Pet of the Week, just in time for California Adopt a Pet Day

The San Diego Humane Society’s Nina Thompson explains why that this week’s spotlighted pet was groomed especially to preview the annual California Adopt a Pet Day on Saturday, when all adoption fees are being waived. See the story

KRCR

June 6, 2025

Tomorrow marks the statewide Adopt a Pet Day, a special event dedicated to finding forever homes for animals in shelters across California. Some participating shelters are waiving adoption fees to encourage more adoptions. Read more

KGET

June 6, 2025

Kern County Animal Services announced a fee-waived adoption event set for Saturday in honor of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day, joining more than 150 animal shelters throughout the state.

Since last year’s event saw a huge success with 3,609 animals adopted in one day across California — significantly higher than the original goal of 2,024 adoptions — organizers said they raised the goal number of adoptions to 5,000 this year. Read more

Vallejo Times-Herald

June 6, 2025

If you’re seeking a furry friend to fill that incessant void and brighten your life, look no further.

California’s second annual Adopt-a-pet-Day, with adoption fees waived at over 150 participating shelters, is set for Saturday.

With the help of grants provided by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, participating organizations are able to provide fee-free adoptions for those seeking a new critter for their loving home. Read more

Santa Rosa Press Democrat

June 6, 2025

Pets Lifeline will host an Adoption Event at their shelter location on June 7, 2025, as part of California Adopt-a-Pet Day—a statewide initiative that brings together more than 170 animal welfare organizations across California. The goal of the event is to find homes for thousands of cats and dogs in need.

On this day only, all adoption fees at Pets Lifeline will be sponsored by the ASPCA, and interested adopters can meet available pets, complete their application, and finalize adoptions onsite. Read more

The Coronado Times

June 6, 2025

PAWS of Coronado will waive all adoption fees applicable to all its available furry residents on Saturday, June 7, 2025 in partnership with CalAnimals and ASPCA for the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day.

Be Shelter Pawsitive. While animals are available from various sources, adopting from animal shelters in your community provides loving homes to animals in need and supports the valuable work of these organizations. Help reach the goal of finding loving homes for 5,000 pets across the state. With more than 150 animal shelters participating, this is your chance to meet your perfect match! Read more

Lost Coast Outpost

June 6, 2025

On Saturday, June 7, the Humboldt County Animal Shelter will offer free adoptions as part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day, a statewide event aiming to get 5,000 animals into loving homes— in just one day.

The shelter will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with adoption fees completely waived for all available pets. Costs are covered in part by the ASPCA and event organizers. Read more

Fontana Herald News

June 6, 2025

The city of San Bernardino Department of Animal Services will join over 150 animal shelters for the second California Adopt-a-Pet Day on Saturday, June 7. The goal is to find homes for 5,000 pets, and all adoption fees will be waived at both of the city’s shelters.

Prospective pet owners can participate from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, June 7, at the San Bernardino City Animal Shelter, 333 Chandler Place, San Bernardino, and from noon to 4 p.m. at the Satellite Adoption Center, 1543 W. Eighth Street, San Bernardino. Read more

Elk Grove Citizen

June 5, 2025

June 7 is California Adopt-a-Pet Day, where participating animal shelters across the state waive adoption fees to help pets in need of a home find their forever family.

The annual Adopt-a-Pet Day state-wide event is a joint effort between animal welfare groups such as CalAnimals, the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Read more

The Union

June 5, 2025

The California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA), and the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) today announced the return of California Adopt-a-Pet Day, with the second annual event slated for Saturday, June 7.

The inaugural event last year was a huge success, with 3,609 animals being adopted in one day—far outpacing the goal of 2,024 adoptions. Event organizers have raised the bar for 2025, with a more than doubled new goal of finding loving homes for 5,000 dogs, cats, horses, and other small animals. Read more

KBAK

June 5, 2025

Kern County Animal Services (KCAS) will participate in the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day on Saturday, June 7. The event, hosted by the California Animal Welfare Association, the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and the ASPCA, will see more than 150 animal shelters across California offering fee-waived adoptions. Read more

MyNews LA

June 5, 2025

Most fees to adopt homeless dogs and cats impounded at Riverside County’s animal shelters will be waived Saturday to encourage adoptions during the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day. Read more

CBS/KCAL

June 5, 2025

Jesse Oldham, ASPCA senior director Los Angeles initiative, discusses the statewide adoption event taking place on Saturday, June 7, with adoption fees waived for the day at participating shelters. Read more

El Chicano/Colton Courier/Rialto Record

June 4, 2025

On Saturday, June 7, San Bernardino County’s animal shelters in Big Bear and Devore will join more than 150 shelters across California in offering fee-waived pet adoptions as part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day. Read more  

Folsom Times

June 4, 2025

Hundreds of animals across the region are hoping for a second chance at love this weekend, and Sacramento County is making it easier than ever for families to make that happen. On Saturday, June 7, Bradshaw Animal Shelter will take part in a statewide Adopt-a-Pet Day effort, offering free adoptions to help find loving homes for its many dogs, cats, puppies, kittens—and even a few rabbits and guinea pigs. Read more

Lodi News

June 4, 2025

Pet adoptions can be expensive, so if you’re looking to add a furry friend to your home but don’t think you can afford one, Lodi Animal Services will help you out this weekend.

The department will be participating in California Adopt-a-Pet Day on Saturday, waiving all adoption fees on both cats and dogs. Read more

Fox 11

June 4, 2025

Riverside County Animal Services will join more than 150 California shelters in offering free pet adoptions. The second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day, hosted by the California Animal Welfare Association and the ASPCA, will be Saturday, June 7. Their goal is to find homes for over 5,000 pets.

All adoptions include age-appropriate vaccinations, spay/neuter services, and microchips. Read more

Times of San Diego

June 4, 2025

San Diego Humane Society is waiving all adoption fees this upcoming Saturday, June 7 in order to commemorate the Adopt-a-Pet Day initiative.

California’s Adopt-a-Pet Day is intended to “reduce shelter overcrowding and raise awareness about pet adoption,” according to a release from the San Diego Humane Society. Read more

Fox 40

June 4, 2025

Elk Grove Animal Services announced its participation in the second annual statewide Adopt-a-Pet Day. The initiative aims to find forever homes for thousands of shelter animals, officials said. Read more

NBC 4 Los Angeles

June 4, 2025

The adventuresome outings of summertime are made merrier, cuddlier, kissier, and memory-making-er when a furry friend is at your side.

Of course, you could also lounge on the couch while enjoying a great video game or TV series as the weather warms up, and that is cool, too; a dog or cat would absolutely love to be near you for the next movie you watch, or even on your lap. Read more

Colorado Blvd Newspaper

June 4, 2025

This Saturday, June 7, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Pasadena Humane is rolling out the red carpet, and waiving adoption fees, as part of the statewide California Adopt-a-Pet Day.

This fur-tastic event is hosted in partnership with CalAnimals, the SF SPCA, and the ASPCA, and features more than 150 participating shelters from across California. Their mission? Find forever homes for 5,000 lovable pets. That’s a tail-wagging goal, and Pasadena Humane is ready to do its part. Read more

UKEN Report

June 4, 2025

On Saturday, Riverside County Department of Animal Services will join more than 150 California animal shelters in holding fee-waived adoption events as part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day, hosted by the California Animal Welfare Association , the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®). Read more

KTLA

June 4, 2025

In celebration of California Adopt-a-Pet Day, spcaLA is offering $25 adoptions for dogs, cats and kittens this Saturday, June 7, at all three of its adoption centers.

The one-day special is part of a statewide effort to encourage pet adoption and reduce the number of animals in shelters.

The animal welfare agency will waive standard adoption fees on all eligible pets, with some exclusions. Read more

NBC Bay Area

June 4, 2025

Shelters across the state will be waiving fees as part of the California Adopt-a-Pet Day on Saturday, June 7.

After the California Animal Welfare Associate or CalAnimals and ASPCA partnered to support shelter animals in 2024, this is the second year the California Adopt-a-Pet Day is celebrated at more than 150 shelters across the state. Read more

GV Wire

June 4, 2025

Fresno Animal Center says that it will waive adoption fees on Saturday as part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day.

The event is part of a statewide effort involving more than 150 animal shelters, coordinated by the California Animal Welfare Association, the San Francisco SPCA, and the ASPCA. The goal is to find loving homes for hundreds of shelter animals across the state. Read more

East Bay Express

June 3, 2025

Those who love animals and a nice, locally brewed IPA are in for an annual treat as Berkeley Humane (BH) throws its “Pints for Paws” (PFP)  fundraiser for the 11th year.

Vickie Eiges, BH’s director of development and communications, described PFP’s inception: “Eleven years ago a group of our leadership volunteers came together to create a fundraising event for the dog-loving, beer-loving Berkeley community to support the wellbeing and adoption of animals,” she said. “From year one, it was a love fest!” Read more

Hey SoCal

June 3, 2025

Most fees to adopt dogs and cats from Riverside County animal shelters will be waived Saturday during the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day.

The department will not collect adoption fees, but basic licensing fees are still required, which usually range between $12 and $25 for spayed or neutered pets. Read more

SCV News

June 3, 2025

Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control has announced its participation in California Adopt-a-Pet Day on Saturday, June 7. This Statewide event unites animal welfare organizations across California in a collective effort to find forever loving homes for animals in need. Read more

Santa Barbara Independent

June 3, 2025

On Friday, June 7, Santa Barbara Humane will join over 150 animal shelters across California in celebrating the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day by offering fee-waived adoptions at both its Santa Barbara and Santa Maria campuses. Read more

La Opinión

June 3, 2025

Miles de animales en refugios de todo California —y decenas en el área de Los Ángeles— podrían encontrar un nuevo hogar este sábado 7 de junio durante el Segundo Día Anual de Adopciones de Mascotas de California. Leer más

Napa Valley Register

June 2, 2025

On Saturday, June 7th, Napa County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will waive adoption fees as part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day. More than 150 animal shelters across the state will be participating in this event. The shelter encourages anyone looking for a pet to come and meet their available dogs, cats, and other animals. The Napa County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will have the opportunity to help an animal find a forever home. Read more

Contra Costa News

June 2, 2025

Contra Costa Animal Services is participating in California Adopt-a-Pet Day on June 7. The shelter will be open form 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (4800 Imhoff Pl, Martinez) with a fun filled day celebrating pets, community and passion. The event will feature an ice cream truck, dog nail trims, dog training demos, face painting, and information on pet care – along with local rescues on scene. Read more

Patch Mission Viejo

June 2, 2025

On Saturday, June 7, Mission Viejo Animal Services (MVAS) will participate in California's Adopt-a-Pet Day, an initiative dedicated to promoting the importance of pet adoption and raising awareness about homeless animals in our communities. Read more

NBC 4 Los Angeles

June 2, 2025

The city and county of Los Angeles will team up with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) to find permanent homes for shelter animals by waiving fees as part of the California Adopt-a-Pet Day on Saturday, June 7. Read more

NBC 4 Los Angeles

June 2, 2025

Adopt a pet for free this week on California Adopt-a-Pet Day
Los Angeles-area shelters are among those waiving adoption fees and offering free spay or neuter services. Read more

Hartford Sentinel

June 1, 2025

Thanks to the generous support of the ASPCA, all adoption fees are waived on this special day!
Come meet our adorable adoptables—dogs and cats—each ready to fill your life with unconditional love. All pets will be spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, ensuring they're healthy and ready to join your family. Read more

CBS47 & KSEE24

May 30, 2025

Some shelters in the Central Valley are partaking in California’s Adopt-A-Pet Day, which means people can get their new best friend for free. Read more

California State Senate, Sacramento

May 29, 2025

The California State Senate today passed senate resolution 44, naming California Adopt-a-Pet Day as an officially recognized day by the state, in an effort to further support the work that shelters statewide do for our communities. Read more

Patch Redwood City

May 29, 2025

More than 150 California animal shelters to offer fee-waived adoptions, most covered by the ASPCA, with the goal to find loving homes for 5,000 pets

On Saturday, June 7, Nine Lives Foundation will join more than 150 California animal shelters in holding fee-waived adoption events as part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day, hosted by the California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA), and the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®). Read more

Crescenta Valley Weekly

May 29, 2025

LA Animal Shelters Waiving Adoption Fees for California Adopt-a-Pet Day

On Saturday, June 7 more than 150 animal shelters across California will be waiving adoption fees for 5,000 dogs, cats, horses and other small animals. California Adopt-a-Pet Day is presented by CalAnimals, the SF SPCA (San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) and the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). Read more

Mammoth Times

May 29, 2025

Are you looking to adopt a new furry friend? California Adopt-a-Pet Day may be the holiday you’ve been waiting for.

On Saturday, June 7, Mono County Animal Services will celebrate California’s second annual Adopt-a-Pet Day at the Whitmore Animal Shelter with food, fun, and free adoptions. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the county’s Animal Services, as well as a chance to add a new cat or dog to their family. Read more

Livermore Independent

May 28, 2025

The Valley Humane Society (VHS) in Pleasanton will join more than 150 animal shelters statewide in waiving adoption fees on Saturday, June 7, as part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day.

The VHS adoption center at 3670 Nevada St. will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pets available for adoption have all been spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Humane Society staff will also be available to provide advice on suitable pets, as well as pet care and how to integrate a new pet into the household. Read more

Action News Now

May 28, 2025

The Chico Animal Shelter is gearing up to participate in the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day on Saturday, June 7.

Officials say that the event will feature fee-waived adoptions from noon to 4 p.m. at the shelter on Fair Street.

According to the California Animal Welfare Association, the initiative is part of a larger effort involving more than 150 animal shelters across the state. The goal is to find loving homes for 5,000 pets. Read more

Livermore Vine

May 28, 2025

Tri-Valley residents will get the chance to check out Valley Humane Society’s refurbished Pet Adoption Center in Pleasanton – and meet some of the dogs and cats available there now – at an open house reception and ribbon cutting this Friday. 

One weekend later, the Valley Humane adoption center is joining more than 150 animal shelters statewide to waive adoption fees on June 7 as part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day. Read more

Action News Now

May 27, 2025

The Haven Humane Society is set to host a fee-waived adoption event as part of California Adopt-a-Pet Day on June 7.

Officials say the event aims to find loving homes for pets in shelters across the state.

According to Haven Humane Society, the adoption event will take place at the Morgan Adoption Center in Anderson from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and at PetSmart on Hilltop Drive in Redding from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Read more

Action News Now

May 23, 2025

Butte Humane Society is gearing up to host a fee-waived adoption event on June 7.

Officials say the event is part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day.

According to the California Animal Welfare Association, more than 150 shelters across the state will participate. The aim is to find loving homes for 5,000 pets.

Butte Humane Society will provide fee-waived adoptions for available animals. For more details on the adoption process, visit their website or follow them on social media. Read more

The Willits News

May 22, 2025

The Ukiah Animal Shelter is participating in the California Adopt a Pet Day on Saturday, June 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Adoption fees will be waived ($31 license fee required for Mendocino County residents).

This will be held at the Ukiah Animal Shelter at 298 Plant Road in Ukiah. We will be having grooming and dog training demonstrations, free dog collars and tags, vendors, food and raffles. Come meet your new best friend. Read more

Ojai Valley News

May 22, 2025

Ventura County Animal Services will participate in the second annual California Adopt-A-Pet Day, joining more than 150 animal shelters across California, for a free statewide adoption event on Saturday, June 7.

All adoption fees will be waived during this one-day event, and every adopted animal will be spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and flea-treated.

“With our Ventura County shelters operating in a constant state of overcapacity, this adoption event couldn’t come at a better time,” said Esteban Rodriguez, director of Ventura County Animal Services. “We have dogs, cats, rabbits, and other small animals waiting for loving homes—everything from playful puppies and lovable kittens, and affectionate seniors.” Read more

Lookout Santa Cruz

May 22, 2025

On June 7, the Santa Cruz SPCA and Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter will again join dozens of shelters across the nation for the annual Adopt-A-Pet Day.

As California shelters struggle with an overcrowding crisis, the event aims to find homes for at least 5,000 animals in a single day.

As an incentive, both local shelters will offer fee-waived adoptions that day for animals that are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will cover adoption fees. Read more

Los Angeles Magazine

May 22, 2025

The second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day is coming up on Saturday, June 7, with the help of The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), the California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), and the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA). On this day, over 150 shelters will waive their adoption fees, aiming to find homes for 5,000 dogs, cats, horses, and other small animals. ASPCA grants are covering the costs of these fees for most organizations. Ahead of the event, the ASPCA is providing spay/neuter support to L.A. shelters, so animals will be ready to go home on the day. Read more

Atascadero News

May 21, 2025

On Saturday, June 7, Woods Humane Society’s San Luis Obispo and Atascadero shelter locations will join more than 150 California animal shelters in holding fee-waived adoption events as part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day, hosted by the California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA), and the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®). Read more

Sierra Wave Media

May 13, 2025

Are you looking to adopt a new furry friend? California Adopt-a-Pet Day may be the holiday you’ve been waiting for! On Saturday, June 7, Mono County Animal Services will be celebrating California’s 2nd Annual Adopt-a-Pet Day at the Whitmore Animal Shelter with food, fun, and free adoptions. Don’t miss your chance to learn more about your local Animal Services and bring home a new cat or dog companion! Read more

ASPCA

May 1, 2025

CalAnimals, SF SPCA, and the ASPCA to Host Second Annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day on June 7

The California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA), and the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) today announced the return of California Adopt-a-Pet Day, with the second annual event slated for Saturday, June 7. Read more

CalAnimals

June 17, 2024
First-Ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day Finds Homes for 3,609 Pets, Nearly Doubles Goal
Today, California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA) and the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) announce the results of the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day, with 3,609 pets adopted into loving homes on June 1. Read more

KUSI/Fox News

June 1, 2024
Pet adoption fees waived on first California ‘Adopt-a-Pet Day’
Hundreds of furry friends at the San Diego Humane Society and the county’s two animal shelters found their forever homes on Saturday — California’s first-ever “Adopt-a-Pet Day.” Read more

KCAL

June 1, 2024
Rescue Me: California Adopt-a-Pet Day | Full Special
KCAL News supported the first annual "California Adopt-a-Pet Day" on June 1st with reporters at 4 pet shelters across Southern California!  Read more

Bakersfield Californian

June 1, 2024
'Saving more lives': Kern, Bakersfield animal shelters take part in statewide Adopt-a-Pet Day
Saturday morning began with a scrum, standing outside the front doors of the Kern County Animal Services shelter. Read more

Tahoe Daily Tribune

May 31, 2024
Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe joins inaugural California Adopt-a-Pet Day with free animal adoptions
The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe will participated in the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day, a groundbreaking statewide initiative dedicated to finding forever homes for pets. Read more

NBC 7

May 31, 2024
Adopt a pet for free this Saturday at these San Diego animal shelters
More than 220 San Diego pets found their fur-ever homes on the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day.  Read more

My Mother Lode

May 31, 2024
First-Ever California Adopt-A-Pet Day
Lake County residents are encouraged to take home a new friend this weekend The first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day is today, and all adoptions are free at local participating shelters.  Read more

Lake County Register

May 31, 2024
Lake County Animal Care and Control taking part in first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day June 1
Lake County residents are encouraged to take home a new friend this weekend as part of a special event meant to help move more pets out of shelters locally and across the state.  Read more

KQED

May 31, 2024
First California Adopt-a-Pet Day Hopes to Ease Shelter Overcrowding
With more than 20 years of experience in veterinary medicine, Dr. Jennifer Scarlett has seen a lot.  Read more

KTSF

May 31, 2024
More than 170 pet shelters in California are holding free adoption days this weekend (Video) Read more

KTLA

May 31, 2024
California to celebrate Adopt-a-Pet Day on Saturday
Californians can adopt a pet for free on June 1 in honor of the state’s first Adopt a Pet Day. Read more

KSBY

May 31, 2024
Our Pets of the Week celebrate California Adopt-a-Pet day
Every Friday we feature available pets and this week we have four! Read more

KPBS

May 31, 2024
California Adopt-a-Pet Day
Thanks to support from CalAnimals, ASPCA and SFSPCA, we’re able to waive fees for every adoptable animal! Read more

KMPH

May 31, 2024
California Adopt a Pet Day is June 1
If you are looking for a new furry friend, Saturday is Adopt a Pet Day in California. Read more

KCRA

May 31, 2024
Free animal adoptions at Stanislaus Animal Services during California Adopt-A-Pet Day 
The Stanislaus Animal Services currently has 266 dogs, but only spaces for 188 dogs. All cat and dog adoptions will be free on June 1 for California Adopt-A-Pet Day. See more in the video above. Read more

KCRA

May 31, 2024
California Adopt-A-Pet Day on Saturday offers free animal adoptions at participating shelters
More than 150 shelters across the state are participating in "California Adopt-A-Pet-Day" where animal adoptions are free. Read more

KCBS Radio

May 31, 2024
Over 100 CA shelters to offer free adoptions this Saturday
More than one hundred California animal shelters are offering free adoptions this Saturday.  Read more

The Daily Democrat

May 31, 2024
Yolo County Animal Services participating in Adopt-a-Pet Day
Yolo County Animal Services is set to participate in the first-ever California Adopt-A-Pet Day.  Read more

CBS Sacramento

May 31, 2024
California's first-ever, free Adopt-a-Pet Day is here
Saturday is a chance to pick up a new pet free of charge as animal shelters across California are participating in a new effort to help alleviate overcrowding.  Read more

Victorville Daily Press

May 30, 2024
Hesperia, Barstow animal shelters to offer free pet adoptions during one-day event
Animal shelters in Hesperia and Barstow will offer free pet adoptions as they take part in the first-ever "California Adopt-a-Pet Day" on Saturday.  Read more

San Diego County News Center

May 30, 2024
Bring Home a New Best Friend Saturday, Adoption Fees Waived
Unleash your love and find your new family member on the first annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day. Overcrowding continues to affect the County’s shelters and shelters throughout the United States.  Read more

Santa Barbara Independent

May 30, 2024
SBCAS Joins Forces With CalAnimals and the ASPCA for Inaugural California Adopt-a-Pet Day
Santa Barbara County Animal Services is proud to announce its participation in the first ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day, organized by the California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), and ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals).  Read more

Paso Robles Daily News

May 30, 2024
Humane society, animal services offer fee-waived adoptions June 1
Woods Humane Society and San Luis Obispo County Animal Services Division will participate in the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day, a fee-waived adoption event on Saturday, June 1.  Read more

News Santa Ana

May 30, 2024
OC Animal Care to offer free pet adoptions on California Adopt-a-Pet Day this Saturday
In honor of the first California Adopt-a-Pet Day, on Saturday, June 1, OC Animal Care is offering free adoptions and resource connections.  Read more

KTVU

May 30, 2024
California's first annual Adopt-a-Pet Day happening this weekend
The first annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day is happening Saturday, June 1. More than 300 animal shelters across California are participating in the statewide adoption day event. Read more

KSBY

May 30, 2024
Local organizations to take part in statewide Adopt-a-Pet Day event
Woods Human Society and SLO County Animal Services are participating in the statewide Adopt-a-Pet Day event. Read more

KCLU

May 30, 2024
Thinking about adopting a pet? You can do it for free this weekend at shelters in the Tri-Counties
The ASPCA is covering fees for all pets adopted during the first ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day on Saturday. Read more

KCAL

May 30, 2024
150 shelters join first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day
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KBAK

May 30, 2024
Pet of the Week: May 30 (Mentions Adopt-a-Pet Day)
Meet our Pet of the Week Bella from Kern County Animal Services! 
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Gold Country Media

May 30, 2024
California celebrates first-ever Adopt-a-Pet Day with free adoptions statewide
California is having its inaugural Adopt-a-Pet Day this Saturday, June 1. Read more

Alameda Post

May 30, 2024
California celebrates first-ever Adopt-a-Pet Day with free adoptions
If you’ve been thinking about adopting an adorable pet, this is the weekend to do it! All adoptions are FREE this Saturday, June 1, at Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter(FAAS), thanks to the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day. Read more

ABC 30

May 30, 2024
California's first Adopt-a-Pet Day happening this Saturday
You can take action this weekend to help clear our local animal shelters. Read more

Valley Voice

May 29, 2024
Free Adoptions this Saturday for Adopt-a-Pet Day
Visalia Animal Services is celebrating the first Adopt-a-Pet Day in California on Saturday, June 1 with free adoptions and special, extended hours.  Read more

The Union

May 29, 2024
First-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day on June 1 hosted by CalAnimals and ASPCA
The California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA), and the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) today announced the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day, taking place on Saturday, June 1.  Read more

San Joaquin Valley Sun

May 29, 2024
Visalia to offer free pet adoptions for Adopt-a-Pet Day
Visalia Animal Services will be offering free adoptions on Saturday as part of the first Adopt-a-Pet Day in California.  Read more

KSEE24 / CBS47

May 29, 2024
Adopt a pet for free in Visalia on this day
Those in Visalia looking for a furry addition to their families can take advantage of the waived adoption fees for Adopt-a-Pet Day in Visalia in June.  Read more

The Ceres Courier

May 29, 2024
Local shelter to join California Adopt-a-Pet Day special event
The Stanislaus Animal Services Agency will be taking part in the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day, a statewide initiative taking place on June 1 that will feature more than 170 California animal welfare organizations offering free adoptions at their shelters or out in their communities.  Read more

Yahoo

May 28, 2024
State's first Adopt-a-Pet Day kicks off Saturday
People across California will be able to adopt a pet for free Saturday during the state’s inaugural Adopt-a-Pet Day. Read more

Univision

May 28, 2024
California's first Adopt-a-Pet Day kicks off Saturday
Normalmente, un proceso de adopción de mascotas en California puede costar hasta $400, pero este sábado será gratuito. Los animales que están disponibles para entrega ya están esterilizados, tienen sus primeras vacunas y los microchips instalados. Read More

Sonoma County Gazette

May 28, 2024
Join Sonoma County shelters for California Adopt-a-Pet Day
Sonoma County is gearing up for California's first statewide Adopt-a-Pet Day on June 1, 2024. Read More

SF Gate

May 28, 2024
State's first Adopt-a-Pet Day kicks off Saturday
People across California will be able to adopt a pet for free Saturday during the state’s inaugural Adopt-a-Pet Day. Read more

RWC Pulse

May 28, 2024
State's first Adopt-a-Pet Day kicks off Saturday
People across California will be able to adopt a pet for free Saturday during the state’s inaugural Adopt-a-Pet Day. Read more

NBC Bay Area

May 28, 2024
California's first Adopt-a-Pet Day kicks off Saturday
People across California will be able to adopt a pet for free Saturday during the state's inaugural Adopt-a-Pet Day. Read More

Mountain View Voice

May 28, 2024
Free pet adoptions on Saturday during state’s first Adopt-a-Pet Day
People across California will be able to adopt a pet for free on Saturday, June 1, during the state’s inaugural Adopt-a-Pet Day. Read more

KVCR News

May 28, 2024
The first ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day will be happening on June 1st
The ASPCA and CalAnimals have organized the first ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day on June 1st. Read More

KVCR Midday News

May 28, 2024
California Adopt-a-Pet Day, California Medical Board Advocacy, & More
Monday through Friday at lunchtime, KVCR News has your daily news rundown. Stories highlighted today include: The ASPCA and CalAnimals have organized the first California Adopt-a-Pet Day on June. Read More

KRON 4 

May 28, 2024
State's first Adopt-a-Pet Day kicks off Saturday
People across California will be able to adopt a pet for free Saturday during the state’s inaugural Adopt-a-Pet Day. Read more

Sonoma News

May 25, 2024
Pets Lifeline hosts an adoption event at Brocco’s Old Barn
Pets Lifeline, a no-kill animal shelter in Sonoma, will take part of the inaugural California Adopt-a-Pet Day, a statewide initiative featuring more than 170 animal welfare organizations across California on June 1. Read More

The River Bank News

May 25, 2024
Adopt-a-Pet Day offered locally on June 1
Stanislaus Animal Services Agency (SASA) will be taking part in the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day, a statewide initiative taking place on June 1 that will feature more than 170 California animal welfare organizations offering free adoptions at their shelters or out in their communities. Read More

Oakdale Leader

May 25, 2024
Adopt-a-Pet Day offered locally on June 1
Stanislaus Animal Services Agency (SASA) will be taking part in the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day, a statewide initiative taking place on June 1 that will feature more than 170 California animal welfare organizations offering free adoptions at their shelters or out in their communities. Read More

San Diego Union Tribune

May 24, 2024
Community events in San Diego County: From Valley Vibes to The Fallbrook Follies
In honor of the first California Adopt-a-Pet Day, free adoptions will be offered June 1 at San Diego Humane Society campuses. Fees will be waived thanks to support from CalAnimals, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Read More

Davis Enterprise

May 23, 2024
Yolo County Animal Services to participate in first California Adopt-a-Pet Day
Yolo County Animal Services (YCAS) will be participating in the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day, statewide initiative on Saturday, June 1. This event features over 170 California animal welfare organizations offering free adoptions at their shelters or within their communities. Read More

County of Placer

May 23, 2024
Free adoptions, ‘Doggy Speed Dating’ and more at upcoming Placer County Animal Services event
Placer County Animal Services will be hosting a special event for California Adopt-A-Pet Day on Saturday, June 1, at their Auburn shelter, featuring free adoptions and fun activities to help you get to know adoptable animals like “Doggy Speed Dating.”  Read More

Sierra News 

May 23, 2024 [Updated May 30, 2024]
Find a Friend-CA Adopt-a-Pet Day
Do you need a new friend? Want a hiking buddy? Looking for a couch potato? Actually, who doesn’t want at least one of those? Here’s your chance to get one for FREE! Read More

Turlock Journal

May 22, 2024 [Updated May 30, 2024]
California Adopt-a-Pet Day
Stanislaus Animal Services Agency will be taking part in the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day, a statewide initiative taking place on June 1 that will feature more than 170 California animal welfare organizations offering free adoptions at their shelters or out in their communities. Read More

KSBW

May 21, 2024
Santa Cruz animal shelters to join state wide 'Adopt-a-Pet Day" 
The Santa Cruz SPCA and the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter announced they are joining over 150 shelters for California's first "Adopt-a-Pet Day" on Saturday, June 1. Read More

Inland News Today

May 21, 2024 [Updated May 30, 2024]
Adopt-a-Pet Day Coming
The ASPCA and CalAnimals have organized the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day on June 1st. Read More

KHSL-CR (CBS)—Chico/Redding, CA
Action News Now @ 5pm

May 20, 2024 [Updated May 30, 2024]
TV Transcript
Free pet adoptions will soon be available at the Butte Humane Society. Read More

KNVN-CR at 5:30pm

May 20, 2024 [Updated May 30, 2024]
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KTXL-SAC (FOX)—Sacramento, CA
FOX40 News at 11am

May 17, 2024 [Updated May 30, 2024]
TV Transcript
As shelters continue to deal with overcrowding, animal advocacy groups across the state are teaming up to launch the first-ever. Read More

SF Examiner

May 8, 2024 [Updated May 13, 2024]
SF SPCA leads charge to mitigate statewide veterinarian shortages
The San Francisco SPCA is spearheading efforts to expand services through policy changes and partnering with state organizations as California continues to grapple with a statewide veterinarian shortage four years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.  Read More

SF SPCA

May 7, 2024
CalAnimals, SF SPCA, and the ASPCA to Host First-Ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day on June 1 
The California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA), and the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) today announced the first-ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day, taking place on Saturday, June 1. Read More