Bissell’s Empty the Shelters Returns to Michigan Oct. 1

Ready to welcome a new furry family member into your home? This fall is a great time!

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From October 1 through 15, Bissell Pet Foundation’s Empty the Shelters event is back, helping pets across the country find their forever families. For two weeks, more than 300 shelters in 38 states will offer reduced adoption fees of $70 or less.

What makes this event special is that everyone benefits! Adopters win because they get to bring home a spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped pet for a fraction of the usual cost. Shelters win because the event draws more people through their doors, helping them find homes for animals who have been waiting far too long. And most importantly, the pets win by finally landing with a family to call their own.

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Here in Michigan, more than 15 shelters are participating, including:

Al-Van Humane Society - 07591 Blue Star Highway, South Haven
Genesee County Animal Control - 4351 Pasadena Ave., Flint
Harbor Humane Society - 14345 Bagely St., West Olive
Ionia County Animal Shelter - 3835 Sparrow Dr., Ionia
Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter - 600 Buhl St., Mason
Kent County Animal Shelter - 740 Fuller NE, Grand Rapids
Oakland County Animal Shelter - 1200 N. Telegraph Building 42 E, Pontiac

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Since it began in 2016, Empty the Shelters has helped over 350,000 pets get adopted! From playful kittens to senior dogs, there’s an animal out there ready to fill your home with love—and they’re all just waiting for a chance.

Before you go, check with your local shelter for adoption policies and available pets. Who knows? You might just meet your new best friend this October!