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Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month
Here at the ASPCA, it's all shelter dogs, all the time. But the month of October is extra special—it's Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month! Read on for dog care tips, this year's photo contest theme and some very special canine Happy Tails—then make your way to your local shelter and meet the dog of your dreams!
Fall in Love! ASPCA Adopt-A-Shelter Dog Photo Contest
October’s your chance to show us who stole your pooch’s heart—besides you that is. Be it cat, bird, guinea pig or horse, interspecies affection is what we’re after. So, get snapping and send us a photo of your pooch hanging out with his beloved. Deadline is October 31.
Submit Your Photo »
Bringing Your New Dog Home
Give your new resident the homecoming he deserves! Read More »
In Praise of Older Dogs
Older dogs come with some benefits you may not be aware of. Read More »
Adoptable Dogs in New York City
See who's waiting for you at the ASPCA Adoption Center. Read More »
Learn More:
- Find a Local Shelter in Your Area
- Ask the Expert: Canine Body Language
- Kids and Pets Interaction Guide
- Top Ten Ways to Help Animals in Your Community
- Dog Days of Summer Video Contest Winners!
Our Sponsor
In recognition of the importance of teaching kids early about responsible pet care and humane treatment of animals, Petz® is proud to support the ASPCA's Adopt A Shelter Dog Month. Their new line of pet simulation games with adoptable "petz", will not only raise much needed funding for the ASPCA but will include pet care tips and demonstrate ways that kids can develop a closer bond with their pet. Visit animaland.org in November to play the free mini games. Also look for the new Petz games at Walmart featuring trading cards with fun facts from the ASPCA. Petz games are rated EVERYONE by the ESRB and make a great holiday gift for the kids in your life while giving back to the ASPCA!
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Shelter Dog Happy Tails
A Nose Ahead
Wally nudged his way to our hearts—now he’s using that schnoz to sniff out whale scat!
Ladies Man
Gorgeous George’s bumpy road was made a little bit smoother by four lovely ladies.
Name in Lights
Bella made her Broadway debut and found a new home—in the same weekend!
Mikey Likes It!
This petite pooch may not be a tall drink of water, but he loves hangin’ with his feline friends.
What It Means to Be a Dog
Skylar’s new mom thought cats were tops—‘til she met this plucky pup.