Free Pet Adoptions Through Saturday At Pinole, Martinez Shelters

PINOLE, CA — The Contra Costa County Animal Services Department will offer free adoptions this week from Thursday to Saturday to free up crowded shelters.

There are 138 dogs and 81 cats available for adoption on the shelter's website, as well as 11 other animals including several bunnies, guinea pigs and a pigeon. The photo above is Onix. He's been waiting for a family since Mar. 12.

New pet parents will only have to pay a $20 licensing fee, as opposed to regular adoption costs that can range from $104 to $284.

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Rescue centers in Martinez and Pinole will be offering the free deal. Animals available for adoption can be viewed online. Be sure to scroll down. The scroll is hidden on the right.

— Bay City News; Image via Contra Costa Animal Services