Adoption event aims to ‘Empty the Shelters’ this summer

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The summer is one of the most challenging times of the year for animal shelters.

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The Hawaiian Humane Society will be joining a nationwide effort with BISSELL Pet Foundation to “Empty the Shelters.”

Beginning Sunday through July 26, adoption fees for cats and dogs will be reduced to $70 or less, making it more affordable to welcome a new pet into the family.

The Humane Society said all pets are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.

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There are more than 1,000 animals in Hawaiian Humane’s care, and organizers said the event provides critical relief by encouraging adoption and creating space for pets awaiting homes.

“It helps people who wouldn’t normally think of adoption, they wouldn’t normally think of coming to a shelter, thinking about adoption first as they’re considering adding a furry family member to their, to their ohana,” said Brandy Shimabukuro, director of communications and marketing at Hawaiian Humane Society.

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