Plano’s animal shelter will offer free adoptions for several days in August

PLANO, TX – Plano will try in August to clear its animal shelter, waiving adoption fees from Aug. 24 through Aug. 29 and promoting the city’s animal services for much of the month.

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, procedures are in place to encourage social distancing and limit the number of visitors allowed inside the shelter at one time. Anyone visiting the shelter during the “Clear the Shelters” promotion in August should wear a mask and should be prepared to wait to enter.

Adoptable pets can be viewed on the city’s Petfinder page.

The following is required to adopt a pet from the shelter:

• A valid, government issued photo ID.
• Plano residents must pay $10 to register their new pet with the city.
• If you rent a home or an apartment, you must provide a copy of your lease agreement or letter from your landlord stating that pets are allowed. A list of any prohibited breeds is also required.

Before going home, all pets will receive:

• Spaying or neutering.
• A registered microchip.
• Their first set of vaccines.
• A heartworm test and treatment, if necessary.
• A collar and tags.

Additional information about hours and adopting a pet is available on the shelter’s website.

The shelter is located at 4028 W. Plano Parkway. For additional questions, please call the shelter at 972-769-4360.