Summit County residents can bring home a dog for just $28 this month. County Executive Ilene Shapiro and Summit County Animal Control announced a promotion called Barktober on Thursday. It runs from Thursday, Oct. 1, through Saturday, Oct. 31.
What the $28 fee covers
The fee includes everything a new pet needs for a healthy start at home. Every adopted dog is microchipped and fully vetted. Veterinary care includes bloodwork, flea treatments, intestinal deworming, spay or neuter and vaccinations. A Summit County dog license also comes with each adoption. Dogs are ready to go home right away.
What Shapiro said
Shapiro encouraged residents across the county, including the Nordonia Hills area, to consider adopting.
“Our dogs at Animal Control are ready to find their forever homes, and ‘Barktober’ is the perfect opportunity to welcome a new member into your family,” Shapiro said. “I encourage residents to stop by Animal Control and consider giving one a loving home this fall.”
How to adopt
Residents can browse adoptable dogs on the Summit County Animal Control website. They can then visit the facility at 250 Opportunity Parkway in Akron. Appointments are not required but are encouraged. To schedule one, call 330.643.2845. More information is available on the Summit Animal Control Facebook page.
Adoption hours
The facility is open for adoptions seven days a week. Hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday hours are noon to 3 p.m. Sunday hours are 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Frequently asked questions
1. How much does it cost to adopt a dog during Barktober?
The adoption fee is $28 for the entire promotion.
2. What is included in the adoption fee?
Each dog is microchipped and fully vetted. That includes bloodwork, flea treatments, intestinal deworming, spay or neuter and vaccinations. A Summit County dog license is also included.
3. When does the Barktober promotion run?
It runs from Thursday, Oct. 1, through Saturday, Oct. 31.
4. Where can residents adopt a dog?
Dogs are available at Summit County Animal Control, 250 Opportunity Parkway in Akron.
5. Do I need an appointment to adopt?
Appointments are not required but are encouraged. Call 330.643.2845 to schedule one.
