In celebration of Adopt A Shelter Dog Month , the Los Angeles County (County) Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) is thrilled to announce that all adoption fees for dogs will be waived at the Department’s seven animal care centers.
This initiative, supported by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, promotes awareness of DACC programs that encourage pet adoptions and responsible pet care.
“Adopt a Shelter Dog Month is a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together and give loving homes to dogs in need,” said Director Marcia Mayeda. “By waiving adoption fees, we hope to encourage more families to consider adopting a shelter dog and to highlight the importance of responsible pet ownership.”
In addition to the waived adoption fees, DACC is committed to assisting pet owners facing difficult circumstances such as deportation. Families residing within the jurisdiction of a County animal care center who find themselves unable to care for their pets are encouraged to visit their closest center to surrender their animals. DACC is dedicated to providing support to families experiencing hardship and ensuring that their pets receive the care they need.
To further promote pet adoptions during this special month, DACC has partnered with L.A. County Library to host adoption events at various library locations . These events will feature the “Read to Rover” promotion, where individuals can read a book to our care center animals and have their adoption fees waived (the same day), including spay/neuter and microchip services.
The following adoption events are scheduled:
Lawndale Library
14615 Burin Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260
October 11, 2025, 1- 5 p.m.
Sorensen Library
6934 Broadway Avenue, Whittier, CA 90606
October 11, 2025, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Topanga Library
122 N. Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Topanga, CA 90290
October 16, 2025, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Castaic Library
27971 Sloan Canyon Road, Castaic, CA 91384
October 23, 2025, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
East Los Angeles Library
4837 East 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90022
October 29, 2025, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Quartz Hill Library
5040 West Avenue M-2, Quartz Hill, CA 93536
October 30, 2025, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
“We’re proud to partner with Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control to bring pet adoption clinics to the library,” said Dr. Skye Patrick, County Librarian and Director. “Libraries are centers of community and connection, and these clinics offer a meaningful way to foster compassion, belonging, and companionship in one welcoming space.”
Ed. Note: The above information was provided to KHTS Radio by the DACC.
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