BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending pet homelessness, is prompting a national call for adoption this spring with an “Empty the Shelters” reduced-fee adoption event May 1 – 15. Cumberland County Animal Services will participate along with more than 410 shelters in 43 states. To help deserving shelter pets find loving homes, BISSELL Pet Foundation sponsors reduced adoption fees during each nationwide event.
Between May 1 and May 15, Cumberland County Animal Services will offer fee-waived adoptions for all dogs, cats, puppies and kittens.
“Our nation’s animal shelters are facing a capacity crisis and need your help now. Adoptions have slowed while a surge in owner surrenders due to families facing economic and housing challenges has left tens of thousands of highly adoptable pets desperate to find homes,” said Cathy Bissell, Founder of BISSELL Pet Foundation.
Those interested in adopting an animal can learn more on the Cumberland County Animal Services website, https://www.cumberlandcountync.gov/departments/animal-services-group/animal-Services, or visit in person at 4704 Corporation Dr. Fayetteville, NC 28306. The Animal Shelter is open Monday – Friday from 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Saturday from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. and is closed on Sunday.
“Cumberland County Animal Services is honored to participate in the BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty the Shelter event,” said Animal Services Director Elaine Smith. “We have many animals waiting to be part of their forever homes and believe this event will allow more people access to adopt a loving pet.”
About BISSELL Pet Foundation: BISSELL Pet Foundation is a charitable 501©(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to help reduce the number of animals in shelters through pet adoption, spay/neuter programs, vaccinations, microchipping and emergency support. Founded in 2011 by Cathy Bissell, BPF is an extension of her long-standing love for animals and commitment to their welfare. BPF has since partnered with more than 6,000 shelters and rescues across the U.S. and Canada to help pets find loving homes. The foundation is supported by generous donors and BISSELL Inc. where every purchase saves pets. To learn more, visit www.bissellpetfoundation.org.