Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter reduces dog adoption fees due to low capacity [Video]

VALLEY VIEW, Ohio — The Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter is offering reduced adoption fees on all dogs through Wednesday, July 31 to ease capacity issues. The standard $95 adoption fee has been lowered to just $30 for the promotion.

The shelter has partnered with Bissell Pet Foundation’s Empty the Shelters nationwide pet adoption event, according to the press release. Bissel will donate $50 for every completed adoption during the promotion.

All adoptions include spay/neuter services, vaccinations, a 2024 dog license, microchipping and a current rabies tag.

Available and lost pets can be viewed here.

“Shelters are continuing to experience high intake levels, causing a significant strain on the animals,” said Mindy Naticchioni, animal shelter administrator, in the release. “We are currently out of kennels for new strays. If you’ve been considering bringing a fur baby into your home, the Empty the Shelters event provides a great opportunity to do so at a reduced cost.”

In addition to the need for adoptions, CCAS has a critical need for …