Free Pet Adoptions Offered at Riverside County Shelters for Holidays
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) — Riverside County Department of Animal Services is waiving adoption fees for cats and dogs during its “Home for the Holidays” event, running Dec. 19–24 at all four county shelters.
The promotion includes spay/neuter, microchip and age-appropriate vaccinations. Dogs adopted during the event will also receive a new collar and ID tag, sponsored by DocuPet. The first 50 adopters of dogs weighing more than 40 pounds will get a $50 gift card for pet supplies.
“It’s a wonderful time to give the gift of a warm home to a new family member,” said Mary Martin, director of animal services. “Our shelter pets want nothing more than to share their unconditional love with you.”
Officials say the event comes at a critical time as shelters remain over capacity. Adoptions help free space for other animals in need.
Event hours for Western Riverside, San Jacinto and Coachella Valley shelters are:
- Dec. 19: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Dec. 20–21: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Dec. 22: Closed
- Dec. 23: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Dec. 24: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
The Blythe shelter is open Monday–Friday from 10 a.m.–4 p.m., closed daily from noon to 1 p.m.
Available pets can be viewed at RCDAS.org or in person at:
- Western Riverside County/City Animal Shelter, Jurupa Valley
- San Jacinto Valley Animal Campus, San Jacinto
- Coachella Valley Animal Campus, Thousand Palms
- Blythe Animal Shelter
For more details, visit RCDAS.org.
