Metro Animal Control At Capacity, Announces Half-Price Adoptions

NASHVILLE, TN — There are approximately 90 dogs and 70 cats currently sheltered at Metro Animal Care and Control, putting the shelter at capacity.

To make room — and give animals a forever home — MACC is holding a "Clear The Shelter" event from October 1 to October 8. Adoption fees for all pets will be half price during that week.

"Adoption events are a great way to raise awareness about the many dogs and cats that are in need of permanent homes,” said Rebecca Morris, spokesperson for Metro Animal Care and Control. “We need the support of the community to make events like this a success.”

Potential adopters will still need to meet with an adoption counselor to find the best match for their family, but can check out adoptable animals online. With the discount, the adoption fee is $45 for dogs, $20 for adult cats and $30 for kittens.

Metro Animal Care and Control is located at 5125 Harding Place and is open for adoption Monday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information visit macc.nashville.gov.

MACC will also be at the Farmers Co-Op on Dickerson Pike Saturday with several dogs available for adoption.

Photo by Penny Adams, via Metro Animal Care and Control