Arizona Humane Society hits breaking point, waives fees to encourage adoption [Video]

PHOENIX (AZFamily)—The Arizona Humane Society (AHS) is waiving adoption fees for all animals from June 27 through July 7 as the organization exceeds capacity in unprecedented numbers.

AHS says it is in dire need of the community’s help to adopt, foster and volunteer because it’s currently caring for more than 1,600 pets, adding that the organization is at a “breaking point.”

“Today, we have 1,650 pets in our care, which is more than we’ve cared for at a single time in our 67-year history,” said Dr. Steven Hansen, President and CEO of AHS. “To meet this surging demand, we’ve set up temporary kennels at multiple locations, including our old Sunnyslope campus. We’ve also called in relief veterinarians and medical staff to keep up with the overwhelming number of pets coming through our doors. We’re feeling the pinch everywhere.”

Anyone interested in learning more about AHS or its adorable, available animals is encouraged to visit azhumane.org/adopt.

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