Adopt a Furry Friend at ‘Empty the Shelters’ Event This Week  at the Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center Reduced fee thanks to BISSELL Pet Foundation 

PONTIAC, Mich., May 4, 2021– If you’ve always wanted a dog or a cat but have been putting it off, the  Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center and BISSELL Pet Foundation (BPF) may help  you make your decision a little easier – and at a huge savings. 

Beginning Wednesday May 5 through Friday, May 7, pet adoption fees have been slashed from  $139.50 to $25 for a dog and from $57.50 to $15 for a cat, courtesy of Bissell and its Empty the  Shelters promotion. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the pet adoption center is open by appointment only from 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. daily. Prospective pet owners should call 248-858-1070 to schedule an  appointment. 

“Pets make wonderful companions and there is no better time to bring home a pet,” said Bob Gatt,  center manager. “The Bissell Pet Foundation continues to be a generous partner and we are grateful  for its support during the pandemic.” 

All animals included in the Empty the Shelters promotion are microchipped and spayed or neutered to  prevent further pet homelessness. To adopt a pet, bring a driver’s license or state identification,  complete an application, and pay the $25 fee. 

About 25 dogs and 70 cats are available for adoption. Some of the dogs will be adopted through a  rescue organization that will be on site. For more information or to view the pet inventory online, go to  OakGov.com/PetAdoption

Thanks to the Bissell Pet Foundation, more than 40,500 pets have found new homes. Bissell supports  nearly 170 shelters.