Today, Marion County Animal Services is participating in National Clear Shelters Day, a nationwide effort to give a pet a loving home, and the county is reducing the adoption fees.

  • Adopt various animals at reduced prices
  • Reduced adoption fees for dogs extended

“Come find the cat, dog, horse, rabbit, pig or other animal that will be forever grateful to join your family,” the group stated in a press release.

The reduced rates for the following animals are:

  • Cats and dogs, $25
  • Horses, $75
  • Pigs, $12.50
  • Pocket pets like rabbits, $2.50

The adoption fees include:

  • Spay-neuter surgeries for all dogs and cats
  • County license
  • Current vaccinations
  • Microchips

Marion County Animal Services stated that due to the large number of dogs at its shelter, the reduced adoption fee for dogs will continue after Saturday for a limited time.

To see the animals available for adoption, go here.

For more information, call 352-671-8700.