Looking to adopt a pet in Tacoma, WA? No fees on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day
TACOMA, Wash. - Next week, an animal shelter in Pierce County will join many others around the country to celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.
The holiday is on Thursday, April 30 this year. The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County will participate by waiving adoption fees at their 2608 Center Street location in Tacoma.
When will adoption fees be waived in the Pierce County shelter?
Those looking to adopt will be able to stop by Tacoma Humane from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, Apr. 30.
What’s Included with an Adoption?
In addition to adoption fees being waived, every dog comes with the following, according to a press release from Tacoma Humane.
- A wellness exam by shelter staff
- Initial vaccines
- Microchip with national registration
- Spay or neuter surgery
- A starter bag of food, courtesy of Hill’s Pet Nutrition (while supplies last)
At time of reporting, the shelter had more than 75 dogs, cats, and some other small animals.
Prospective adopters can continue to view available pets on the Tacoma Humane website's list. Their website also has information for community members to support with donations or through their foster care system as well.
MORE NEWS FROM FOX 13 SEATTLE
Fircrest veteran says he was scammed of $28K from 'veteran-owned' business
Sedro-Woolley family loses home, pets in fire, community steps in to help
Lime 'devastated' by Seattle crash critically injuring 2 riders
Washington wolf population hits record high in 2025
Starbucks announces its corporate office expansion in Nashville, TN
To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter.
Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news.