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The Bartholomew County Humane Society (BCHS) will offer reduced adoption fees starting next week.
The shelter is participating in the BISSELL Pet Foundation’s “Empty the Shelters” fall event from Oct. 1-15, said veterinary technician Amber Wimmenauer. Adoption fees for cats and dogs are $50 during this time, thanks to the foundation. According to the shelter’s website, normal fees are $120 for dogs and $80 for cats.
Individuals who wish to adopt an animal should fill out an application at bartholomewhumane.org and make an appointment by emailing info@bartholomewhumane.org or calling 812-372-6063, shelter staff said in a previous interview.
The BISSELL Pet Foundation is a national animal welfare organization aimed at “ending pet homelessness.”
According to BISSELL, more than 345 shelters in 42 states are participating in the upcoming reduced fees event.
If you go
What: Empty the Shelters
When: Oct. 1-15
Where: The Bartholomew County Humane Society Animal Shelter, 4415 E. County Road 200S, Columbus.
Reduced adoption fee: $50 each for both cats and dogs. (Normal fees are $120 for dogs and $80 for cats.)
How to apply for adoption: Fill out an application at bartholomewhumane.org/adopt and make an appointment to visit by emailing info@bartholomewhumane.org or calling 812-372-6063.
Information about available dogs and cats can be viewed on the same website, and individuals can also call the shelter if they have questions about a specific pet, staff said.
