CHICAGO (WLS) -- Spring is a time for new beginnings - and it's the perfect time to give a shelter pet a forever home.
PAWS Chicago is holding an adoption event this weekend called "A Chance to Bloom," designed to help adult dogs find a home. PAWS will waive adoption fees for adult dogs (7 months +) on Saturday, March 23 at its Lincoln Park adoption center, located at 1997 N. Clybourn Avenue in Chicago. A refundable $100 training fee still applies for dog adoptions.
Click hereto view the full list of adoptable dogs and cats that is updated in real-time as pets become available or are adopted.
If you're not able to bring a pet home, you can also make a donation or volunteer at PAWS' adoption centers and foster homes.
What is the adoption process like at PAWS Chicago?
- To adopt a pet from PAWS Chicago, you must:
- Bring along all family members (including children and roommates) to meet your new cat or dog. Be sure to bring any resident dogs if you are adopting a dog.
- Verify that you are allowed to have a pet of the breed and size where you currently live (for renters and condo owners)
- Be at least 21 years of age with a government-issued photo ID
- Be available to spend up to an hour with an Adoption Counselor
PAWS adoption fees:
DOGS:
Adult (dogs aged seven months and older) $300*
Puppies (dogs aged six months and younger) $400*
*This fee includes a $100.00 deposit which is refundable upon completion of obedience training.
CATS: Varies by age, visit the PAWS Chicago website for adoption process and fees.
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