Massachusetts animal shelters waiving adoption fees for dogs over one year old

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – MSPCA will be holding an adoptathon event for dogs all week long.

Adoption fees will be waived for dogs more than one year old statewide, including at Dakin Humane Society, Thomas J. O’Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center, and Berkshire Humane Society.

“Our own population of dogs is increasing, and we know that our coalition partners also have plenty of great dogs in their care that need a little boost,” said Mike Keiley, MSPCA-Angell vice president of animal protection. “That’s why we’re starting with a special dog adoption event, even while our other coalition work gets underway, like behavior outreach and increasing veterinary resources in the Springfield area.”

This event is in part of special adoption events throughout late August and early September for a wide variety of species to free up space in shelters throughout Massachusetts. All four of MSPCA’s shelters will also participate in the fee-waived adoption event.

MSPCA hopes to rehome at least 200 dogs during the seven-day event. Hours vary by location .

Latest Local News Headlines

Patriots to face Commanders in final pre-season game

Springfield Youth Center adds ADA-friendly splash pad

Massachusetts sees spike in driving violations

MGM Springfield and Square One host ‘Bubbles and Books’ for kids

WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WWLP.