Find your new best friend at Miami-Dade County Animal Services this August. Adopt, don’t shop, and save a life today during the tenth annual Clear The Shelters!
Miami-Dade County Animal Services (MDAS) is once again stepping up to the plate to help find loving homes for thousands of pets during the 10th annual Clear The Shelters campaign. This nationwide pet adoption initiative, taking place throughout August, aims to alleviate the burden on animal shelters by encouraging pet adoptions and raising awareness about the benefits of adopting rather than shopping for pets.
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A decade of success in pet adoption
Clear The Shelters, spearheaded by NBCUniversal Local, has become a landmark event in the animal welfare community. Since its inception in 2015, the campaign has facilitated the adoption of over 860,000 pets across the United States. The event has grown significantly over the years, with more shelters and rescue organizations participating each year.
MDAS has been a proud participant in the campaign for several years, consistently ranking among the top shelters in the country for the number of adoptions facilitated during the event. In 2023, Miami-Dade County Animal Services found homes for nearly 1,000 animals during the campaign month, contributing to the record-breaking 161,000 pets adopted nationwide.
Miami-Dade's commitment to animal welfare
MDAS is more than just a shelter; it's a community resource dedicated to protecting and improving the lives of animals. The shelter provides many services, including pet adoptions, spay/neuter programs, vaccinations, microchipping, and pet retention support. With a mission to promote responsible pet ownership and reduce pet overpopulation, MDAS works tirelessly to ensure that every animal in its care receives the love and care it deserves.
The Clear The Shelters campaign is a perfect fit for MDAS's mission. The shelter sees the event as an opportunity to help find homes for the animals in its care and to educate the community about the importance of adoption. By participating in the campaign, MDAS hopes to continue its trend of high adoption rates and raise awareness about the many benefits of adopting a pet.
Why adopt from MDAS?
There are many reasons why adopting a pet from MDAS is a smart choice. First and foremost, adoption saves lives. Give an animal a second chance at a happy, healthy life by adopting a pet from the shelter. MDAS takes in thousands of animals each year, and while the shelter does everything it can to care for them, it always needs more adopters.
Adopting a pet from MDAS is also a cost-effective option. The shelter offers reduced adoption fees during the Clear The Shelters campaign, making it even more affordable to bring home a new furry friend. All pets adopted from MDAS are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, so you can rest assured that your new pet is healthy and ready to join your family.
In addition to saving money, adopting MDAS means you're supporting a local organization dedicated to animal welfare. The shelter relies on donations and volunteers to continue its work, and every adoption helps support the care of other animals still waiting for their forever homes.
How to participate in Clear The Shelters
Participating in the Clear The Shelters campaign is easy. During August, MDAS will be offering special adoption events, both in-person and online, to make it as convenient as possible for people to find their perfect pet. The shelter will also be hosting several off-site adoption events throughout the county, bringing adoptable pets directly to the community.
To adopt, you can visit the MDAS shelter located at 3599 NW 79th Ave, Doral, FL 33122, or browse available pets online through their website. The shelter encourages potential adopters to come prepared by reviewing the adoption requirements and bringing any necessary documentation with them to streamline the process.
For those unable to adopt but still want to support the campaign, MDAS always requires volunteers and donations. Whether it's walking dogs, helping with events, or donating supplies, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference.
The broader impact of Clear The Shelters
Clear The Shelters is not just about finding homes for individual animals; it's about creating a culture of compassion and responsibility towards animals. The campaign highlights the importance of adopting rather than shopping for pets, which helps reduce the demand for puppy mills and irresponsible breeders. By choosing to adopt, people are making a statement that they care about animal welfare and want to be part of the solution to pet overpopulation.
Furthermore, the campaign helps alleviate the strain on overcrowded shelters. Many shelters operate at or near capacity, and by clearing out space through adoptions, they can take in more animals in need. This is particularly important during times of crisis, such as natural disasters, when shelters may see an influx of displaced animals.
As Miami-Dade County Animal Services gears up for the 10th annual Clear The Shelters campaign, the hope is that this year's event will be the most successful yet. With the community's support, MDAS aims to find homes for even more animals this year, continuing its legacy of compassion and care.
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