EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14\/CBS4) \u2014 El Paso Animal Services is bringing back a popular fundraiser that pairs shelter pets with local firefighters, with proceeds aimed at expanding low-cost services for the community.<\/p>\n
Julie Neupold, public affairs coordinator for El Paso Animal Services, said the agency is restarting its \u201cfurry friends and firefighters calendar\u201d in collaboration with the fire department. The last time the calendar was produced was in 2020.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a little more than 12 pets, give or take,\u201d Neupold said of the animals expected to be featured. The pets are selected in part based on temperament to ensure they are comfortable during the photo shoot and while being paired with a firefighter. The calendar will also highlight animals that are still waiting to be adopted.<\/p>\n
\u201cMaybe by the time this calendar goes out, hopefully they already found their forever homes, but if not, then it\u2019ll also just spotlight them and the thousands of other pets that are waiting for their second chance,\u201d Neupold said.<\/p>\n
Neupold said the calendar is expected to be available for purchase starting in November and will be sold throughout the holidays. Community members can find updates through El Paso Animal Services\u2019 website, ElPasoAnimalServices.org, and the agency\u2019s social media pages.<\/p>\n