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500+ animals up for adoption this weekend in Fort Worth
By FOX 4 Staff
Humane Society of North Texas hosting mega adoption event
Hundreds of cats and dogs will be up for adoption all in one place this weekend in North Texas. Cassie Davidson from the Humane Society of North Texas explains.
FORT WORTH, Texas - Here’s an idea if you’re looking for that special gift this weekend. The Humane Society of North Texas is hosting the Mega Adoption Event in Fort Worth.
The animal shelter will have hundreds of pets at the Will Rogers Memorial Center ready to go to good homes.
Admission to the Humane Society of North Texas, the event is free, but parking fees may vary.
The adoption fee for all pets is $10. All adoptable dogs and cats have been spayed or neutered, microchipped, and have received rabies and age-appropriate vaccinations.
The Humane Society of North Texas said every dog or cat adopter will receive a free initial vet visit with a participating local vet and a 30-day trial of pet insurance.
Visitors are required to wear masks and practice social distancing at the event. Temperatures will be taken as well, the Humane Society of North Texas said.
Humane Society of North Texas will be offering an Early Bird Fast Pass for those who want to be first in line.