5,500+ Pets Adopted During Clear the Shelters Virtual ‘Adopt & Donate'
This is the sixth consecutive year that NBC 5 and Telemundo 39 present their popular pet adoption campaign
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NBC 5 and Telemundo 39 announced that 5,590 pets were adopted from 60 area shelters/rescues during its month-long Clear The Shelters™ 2020 pet adoption campaign.
Across the country, more than 130,000 pets found new homes. To help individuals and communities continue to practice safe social distancing measures, this year’s initiative took place from Aug. 1 through Aug. 31 and featured virtual pet adoptions.
The campaign also made it easy for people to donate online to participating shelters/rescues. The national fundraising campaign resulted in more than $1.185 million in donations to benefit participating shelters/rescues.
This is the sixth consecutive year that NBC 5 and Telemundo 39 present their popular pet adoption campaign to local communities in partnership with area shelters/rescues. Since 2015, NBC and Telemundo owned stations’ Clear The Shelters campaign has helped more than half a million pets find new homes.
“Since
inception, the goal of this campaign was to make pet adoption easy and
affordable to alleviate overcrowding at local shelters during this time of
year,” said Tom Ehlmann, NBC 5 and Telemundo 39 President and General Manager.
“This year the campaign proved to meet that expectation even with extra
logistical constraints due to public health concerns and the need for social
distancing. We are very happy to report another successful Clear The Shelters.”
Each year, Clear the Shelters is an opportunity for North Texans to open their home to a pet in need. Thanks to Clear the Shelters 2020, an 11-year-old senior dog, Sparky, with heartworms found his way into the hearts of repeat-adoptive parents, who previously adopted another heartworm positive dog from the Humane Society of North Texas (HSNT) during Clear the Shelters 2017. The family will begin heartworm treatments, covered by HSNT, in the next couple of weeks.
Boo found his forever home.
This year didn’t disappoint in the unique adoptions during this special event. During August, many animals were transferred from coastal shelters in anticipation of Hurricane Laura. Dallas Animal Services was able to find new homes for Boo and Pony Boy, two pups that came from Brazoria County.
Pony Boy with his new family.
Pipsqueak, the 3-legged mouse, who came to the Humane Society of North Texas from Houston during this time, now has a new mommy and new place to call home.
Pipsqueak was adopted during Clear the Shelters.
This year’s Clear The Shelters’ “Adopt & Donate” campaign featured returning partners WeRescue and GreaterGood.org, and new partner 24PetWatch. The WeRescue iOS app and 24PetWatch’s free website 24Petshelter.com/cleartheshelter helped individuals adopt pets virtually while GreaterGood.org’s Clear The Shelters donation site ClearTheSheltersFund.org provided a way for people to donate to participating shelters/rescues to support their important work for pets.
Meredith Mabus
Here’s Kirby! I rescued him for Dallas Animal Services almost 7 years ago! He’s 11 years old and my constant companion! I love him! Meredith Mabus
Berk Benge
This is my dog POOT he is a clear the shelter from ft. worth best dog ever
I rescued both of these pups from rescue groups and they are my babies. Katie, an Aussie mix is a service and therapy dog, and the most patient pup in the world and has been with me for 6 years. Monkey, her brother, a terrier/dashchund mix, earned his name the day I brought him home 2 years ago. They are inseparable and play constantly. Rescues are the only way to go!
I rescued both of these pups from rescue groups and they are my babies. Katie, an Aussie mix is a service and therapy dog, and the most patient pup in the world and has been with me for 6 years. Monkey, her brother, a terrier/dashchund mix, earned his name the day I brought him home 2 years ago. They are inseparable and play constantly. Rescues are the only way to go!
Lora Stickney
This is our 13 week old rescue dog Oreo. She is adorable! So lucky to have her be a part of our family.
Kaitlynn Hillman
This is my dog Rosie. I rescued her from the Fort Worth Animal Shelter earlier this year.
Monty Sharp
We adopted Camilla “Cami” from the shelter on Clear the Shelter day 2018. She has been a true joy and I can’t imagine my life without her. She loves life and especially loves chasing her tennis ball. We plan on adopting a brother or sister for Cami this year.
Carla Faherty
Pavement was too hot for their paws so we got a stroller. They loved it. Lilly (back) was adopted from The FW Humane Society & China from Ninja Paws rescue. Carla & Rick Faherty, Fort Worth
Angie Gay
We adopted Rocco in February. Rocco LOVES ice cream. He only gets a small taste of Vanilla. Angie Gay Denton, Tx
kmcfire911
GINGER is three, a Labrador/shepherd mix. Red head.
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GINGER is three, a Labrador/shepherd mix. Red head.
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BUCK is four, 100% Labrador Retriever inherited from my father almost three years ago. Big Blond with huge paw that covers my hand.
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BUCK is four, 100% Labrador Retriever inherited from my father almost three years ago. Big Blond with huge paw that covers my hand.
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LUCY is five, a blue heeler/pit mix. Brindle
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LUCY is five, a blue heeler/pit mix. Brindle
Palma Seljan
Meet Sadie (with the pink toy) and Harley. Both rescued 2 years ago. Precious gifts.
Palma Seljan
Meet Sadie (with the pink toy) and Harley. Both rescued 2 years ago. Precious gifts. Palma Sent from my
ean Lystad
Kaitlynn Hillman This was our rescue from the Stephenville Humane Society.
Ashley Igo
In honor of clear the shelters week, here is Peppa the pig (rescued from the Fort Worth animal shelter, September 2019) and her dog friends (all rescues from Dallas animal services) enjoying a walk in Oak Cliff! You can find more peppa adventures on Instagram at @peppalovesdallas!
racy and Nannette Fitz
Here’s a look at Willa who was adopted recently! She’s a loving and a perfect addition to our family!
Becky
She might not be a Dog but she was my daughters rescue baby!!! Bubbles the Chinchillia lives hanging out with Skylar!!!!
Barney and Sandy Thibodeaux
Boscoe(L) and Clementine(R) were rescued from DLT/Dachshund Lovers of Texas Rescue. They are brother and sister from the same litter, and are strongly bonded. They were originally living on the streets when the owner gave them up as puppies. They are currently 2 years old, and we love our babies. They bring us lots of Joy.
Emily Walker
Sidney
Was found under a bush in Mesquite last June (2019) and we adopted her a few days later, She has turned into a very sweet girl. She was about 4-5 months old when she arrived and is no longer a puppy but still full of life.
Betty Lovell
This is Roxie, I rescued her 5 years ago from Operation Kindness and truth be told, she adopted me!
Denny Warren
Chuck was adopted from the Tarrant Co shelter just before quarantine began in March. He’s a lovable, smart and funny pup who loves to relax!
Ångelictoo
Shelter rescue 2019 #HazelRose was a kitten and supposedly was not friendly and scared. She is the most loving kitty filled with hours of fun and love. Her snuggles are the best ever!!!
shawn volkmann
Maddie and Tubby both were rescued from the irving animal shleter.
Kevin Neal
Meet Carlito, 10 months old. Adopted in March. Thank you. Michael Chapman & Kevin Neal
Kathleen Longstreet
This is Emma Grace. We adopted her January of 2017 when she was 7 years old.
Emily Walker
Toddy
Angela Lee
This is Archie adopted from Tails from the Heart in Carrollton! He loves laying out in the warm Texas sun and cuddling with his humans on the couch! -Angela L.
Shannon Griffin
Both Dottie and Vincent are rescues and the biggest buddies.
Kathleen Longstreet
This is MimiJo. We adopted her in July 2018 when she was 5 years old.
Theresa A Bennett
This is my rescue kitty Holly. I adopted her from the Lancaster Humane Society in 18. She is a joy. I believe that rescues make the best pets because they appreciate you more.
Shannon Griffin
We adopted Kiara last year from Dallas Animal Services Clear the Shelters. We picked her because she is black and would have a great chance of getting adopted.
Ethan Robertson
Cashew was a shelter dog I got four years ago. the minute he climbed in my lap at the shelter, I knew I was going to bring him home! He is full of energy, loves hikes, and gets cranky if his meal is late! Cashew is the nicest, friendliest wanna be cow-herder out there!
David Yarbrough
We found Conway ( aka Skeletor the Merciful) on our back doorstep one day. He was badly mistreated and barely alive. Today, he’s doing fine and loves long walks!
Mike Nelson
“Sunny” A Cool and Lucky Canine. Adopted 5 years ago by Nelson family during a “Clear The Shelters” Event.
Mike Nelson
“Sunny” A Cool and Lucky Canine. Adopted 5 years ago by Nelson family during a “Clear The Shelters” Event.
Kelly Hrad
For your Dog Days of Summer may I present Porsche Pie sporting her new pink mermaid (complete with tail) life jacket and matching Doggles. Her 9th “gotcha” day anniversary celebration present. Not sure who rescued who, but she is a special girl. Adopt don’t Shop!! Best of luck on Clear the Shelters and thank you for all you do for that special day.
Becky Phillips
Brunam, (Brunny) Our rescue thinks she’s Queen of the house.Sent from Yahoo Mail on Androi
Jodi Pierson
I rescued Blueberry Pie at my job which is a construction yard with lots of forklifts and 18 wheelers going in and out all day. He has been the biggest blessing
Shanna Clark
We rescued Maggie Mae off the streets of Houston.
Theresa A Bennett
This is Moody. I adopted her from the Humane Society on Lancaster in 17.
Nancy Blakeborough
Rescue pups, Tiny and Squirt, out for their daily walk with Mom.
Jaime Fornal
I never thought I was a cat person until we just recently rescued our newest member to the family Penny! Now we can’t get enough of her.
Steve Lawson
Winston was adopted last July from Dallas Animal Services. The Welcome Home (shelter’s information package) was included totally by accident and was a nice surprise.
Shannon Griffin
We rescued Kovu from Dallas Animal Services last year the weekend before Clear the Shelters. He is Pitt Bull/Boxer.
Jeff Bailey
These two are both rescues now the best of friends, they’ve added so much to our lives
Angela Hill
Hello! This is Captain. He is a pit bull mix rescue from the Dallas SPCA. He is the funniest, sweetest guy and is is surrounded by love!
Ronnie Lee
This is peaches. She was rescued from the Denton shelter. She is blind in one eye but that does not slow her down. She loves to go in the RV or any car ride.
Cathryn Record-Horn
Lola was our foster that we welcomed to our home in April. She’s so loving we ended up keeping her . Fort Worth animal shelter.
For more information about this year’s pet adoption campaign, visit ClearTheShelters.com. Follow the effort on Twitter @ClearTheShelter, and on social media using the hashtags #ClearTheShelters and #DesocuparLosAlbergues.
