Empty The Shelters Event Hits Oakland County This Week

OAKLAND COUNTY, MI — Oakland County residents looking to adopt a dog or a cat could be in luck this week.

The Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center and BISSELL Pet Foundation are teaming up for an "Empty the Shelters" event Wednesday through Friday.

“Pets make wonderful companions and there is no better time to bring home a pet,” Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center Manager Bob Gatt said. “The Bissell Pet Foundation continues to be a generous partner and we are grateful for its support during the pandemic.”

Pet adoption fees have been reduced from $139.50 to $25 for a dog and from $57.50 to $15 for a cat as part of the promotion. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the pet adoption center is open by appointment only from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. People interested in adopting a pet are asked to call (248) 858-1070 to schedule an appointment.

All animals included in the Empty the Shelters event are microchipped and spayed or neutered to prevent further pet homelessness, officials said. To adopt a pet, people are asked to bring a driver’s license or state identification, complete an application and pay the $25 fee.

About 25 dogs and 70 cats are available for adoption, officials said. Some of the dogs will be adopted through a rescue organization that will be on site. People can view the pet inventory online here.