MOBILE SPCA AIMS TO FIND HOMES FOR SHELTER ANIMALS

DURING ASPCA NATIONAL ADOPTION WEEKEND JUNE 5 and 6

Local communities encouraged to safely #AdoptFromHome as part of national campaign

MOBILE, AL June 2, 2020 – The Mobile SPCA will participate in the ASPCA National Adoption Weekend Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 to encourage the public to safely complete adoptions from home amid the COVID-19 crisis.

“Since Mobile continues to have a high number of Covid cases, we will continue to complete adoptions online and by appointment. With as many animals as we care for on a daily basis, we must safeguard our staff from infection. Our office staff is working tirelessly and is glad to help everyone over the phone, by appointment or via email. The health and safety of the animals entrusted to us and the staff that we consider our family must be first and foremost in our minds. But, please do not hesitate to phone or, better, email us. Please watch our website and Facebook page for animals that are available for adoption, complete the online application and the staff will give you a call and set up an appointment for you to come a meet our great cats and dogs,” says Janine Woods, Executive Director.

WHAT: Mobile SPCA joins the ASPCA National Adoption Weekend to encourage the public to #AdoptFromHome, as part of a nationwide effort to help thousands of homeless dogs, cats and horses find loving homes.

WHEN: Friday, June 5 to Saturday, June 6

WHERE: To find out more about our minimal-exposure, contact-free adoption process visit MobileSPCA.org.

MORE INFO: Visit ASPCA.org/AdoptFromHome for more information about the ASPCA National Adoption Weekend, including a comprehensive map of participating animal shelters and rescue groups. This initiative will encourage the public—including people currently caring for foster animals—to complete adoptions from their homes to safely place thousands of homeless dogs, cats, and horses into adoptive homes across the country. During this period of uncertainty, it’s more important than ever for people to consider adopting a new animal not only for their benefit, but also to free up space and resources for other vulnerable animals in need.

SOCIAL: Follow along on social media @ASPCA or use the hashtag #AdoptFromHome to see the nationwide campaign in action. Potential adopters are also encouraged to stay updated on local efforts by following Mobile SPCA at Facebook.com/mobilespca or twitter.com/MobileSPCA.

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About Mobile SPCA

Founded in 1885, the Mobile SPCA is one of the oldest continuously operating humane societies in the country. The Mobile SPCA is a limited-intake, no-kill humane society that places and transports approximately 2,000 dogs and cats each year. All pets are altered, up to date on vaccines, tested and microchipped before adoption. The Mobile SPCA is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization whose mission is to provide compassionate care, shelter, food, and medical attention to the animals entrusted to us while promoting adoptions, spay and neuter initiatives, transport, responsible pet ownership and community education. The Mobile SPCA depends on contributions, fund raising events and grants to continue our life-saving work in Mobile County.

About the ASPCA®

Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first animal welfare organization in North America and serves as the nation’s leading voice for animals. More than two million supporters strong, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. For more information, please visit www.ASPCA.org, and be sure to follow the ASPCA on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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