SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—Summit County residents are invited to join County Executive Ilene Shapiro and Summit County Animal Control on Wednesday, November 16 from 5:00-7:00pm for the “Pawlidays” Community Kickoff! The event will be a drive-thru distribution of free dog and cat food for residents while supplies last. To help gauge the number of residents and furry friends attending, please complete the form at: https://forms.gle/3Gtsx1Db6cDBaqgM8. Residents can also schedule a visit to Animal Control during the event.
The Pawlidays Adoption Event will run from Monday, November 14, through Friday, December 30 during which adoption costs will be reduced to $28 for dogs (regularly $94) and $5 for cats (regularly $50). The animals are fully vetted, which includes bloodwork, flea treatments, intestinal de-worming, spay or neuter, and vaccinations, and ready to be taken home. Those who adopt a dog will also receive a 2022 Summit County Dog License included in the adoption cost.
The Community Kickoff is made possible by Animal Control’s new GOODS program, a partnership with Greater Goods Charities. The GOODS program provides pet supplies like food and litter to distribute to local rescues and pantries to stretch dollars and assist more pets and people. Animal Control is working with Peanut’s Pet Pantry to distribute the supplies, as well. During the month of October, residents who adopted a cat or dog were given free pet food, and now the GOOD program will support the drive-thru at the Kickoff. More information on this program is available at: https://co.summitoh.net/pages/Greater-Good-Program.html.
To learn more about the Pawlidays, the Community Kickoff, or how to adopt a furry friend, call 330-643-2845. Happy Pawlidays!
What: Pawlidays Community Kickoff
Who: County Executive Ilene Shapiro and Summit County Animal Control
When: Wednesday, November 16 from 5:00-7:00pm
Where: 250 Opportunity Parkway in Akron
