NBC4 and Telemundo 44’s annual animal adoption event Clear the Shelters is happening throughout August.
This weekend, many shelters and rescues will give you the chance to meet a new furry friend in person.
Many shelters have waived adoption fees in hopes of finding every pet a loving home.
Here are details on some in-person adoption events in D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
Washington D.C. Clear the Shelters Event
Humane Rescue Alliance, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 71 Oglethorpe St NW Washington, D.C.
Maryland Clear the Shelters Events
Anne Arundel County Animal Care & Control: Sunday, Aug. 28, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 411 Maxwell Frye Road, Millersville, Maryland
Humane Society of Carroll County: Saturday, Aug. 27, 1-7 p.m. at PetSmart in Frederick, Maryland (5401 Urbana Pike, Frederick, Maryland)
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue: Sunday, Aug. 28, noon to 3 p.m. at PetSmart in Silver Spring, Maryland (12020 Cherry Hill Road)
Virginia Clear the Shelters Events
Homeward Trails: Saturday, Aug. 27, and Sunday, Aug. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Homeward Trails Adoption Center (11116 Fairfax Station Rd, Fairfax Station, Virginia)
Last Chance Animal Rescue: Saturday, Aug. 27, noon to 3 p.m., at PetSmart in Alexandria, Virginia (3351 Richmond Highway)
Loudoun County Animal Services: Saturday, Aug. 27, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., 42225 Adoption Drive, Leesburg
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue: Saturday, Aug. 27, noon to 2 p.m. at PetSmart in Alexandria, Virginia (3351 Richmond Highway)
