If you've been debating whether to adopt a little puppy, now might be the time to finally go for it: Chicago Animal Care and Control at 2741 S. Western Avenue is, in fact, waiving all adoption fees for all the animals under its care through the end of the summer in an effort to deal with an overcrowding problem.
The venue is also hosting a number of events to raise awareness about the issues it's confronting, including a Pet National Convention Sunday timed to the Democratic National Convention (see what they did there?), where guests will be able to read through posts dedicated to the various animals that are up for adoption.
Armando Tejeda, an official Chicago Animal Care and Control spokesperson, told Block Club Chicago that the agency has taken in almost 8,000 animals this year in total and, while more are being adopted than they were last year, "it is not enough to make up for the around 40 animals coming into the city shelter every day." Clearly, help is needed.
How to adopt a pet for free in Chicago this summer
Animal Care and Control is open for walk-in adoptions daily from noon to 7pm. To actually be able to rescue a puppy, you must present a valid ID and be at least 18 years old.
Be prepared when you get there by browsing through the catalog of available dogs and cats currently at the shelter right here prior to your visit.
From Marty, a 9-week-old German Shepherd dog mix, to a (sadly) large number of unnamed domestic shorthair cats, there are a ton of furry cuties that are in dire need of a loving home—let's try to help them all.