Austin Pets Alive! Will Reduce Adoption Fees For 1 Week

Austin TX

15 June, 2021

10:34 AM

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AUSTIN, TX — Austin Pets Alive! will reduce its adoption fees this week to encourage the community to adopt some adorable pets this summer. The adoption special, which will reduce fees by $100, began Saturday and will continue this Saturday. The week-long event will include dogs and puppies. "A kennel is no place for a dog to be, especially during these brutal Austin summers," officials said. "APA! is aiming to get more dogs into loving homes this week by offering adoptions at a lower cost." Austin Pets Alive's Town Lake shelter remains closed for walk-ins; however, staff are permitting required appointments. Meet these pups looking for a forever homeTo view all dogs currently available for adoption or to make an appointment with a matchmaker, visit the Austin Pet's Alive! website. BiggsCourtesy of Austin Pets Alive!Biggs is a 5-year-old Dogo Argentino. He is a big boy, but he is one with a gentle demeanor. He's so gentle taking those treats he loves and even knows to sit for them. He's deaf, but open to learning new skills, especially for those treats! He can't hear, but he's a smart boy who's quickly picked up on hand signals and understands the commands sit and stay. Learn more about Biggs. Black CanaryCourtesy of Austin Pets Alive!Black Canary is a 2-year-old Retriever/Labrador mix who is in dire need of a foster. She is as sweet as can be but is paralyzed and just needs a place to hang out, try to gain some strength back, and get some help moving around. She is in great spirits and would love to get out of the shelter! Can you help her out? Learn more about Black Canary. FlaxseedCourtesy of Austin Pets Alive!Flaxseed is a 2-month-old Bulldog/American mix, who isn't feeling well and is in dire need of a foster. Can you help? Learn more about Flaxseed. FritzCourtesy of Austin Pets Alive!Fritz is a 5-year-old Shepherd/Retriever/Labrador mix who loves the paparazzi, and of course the paparazzi just loves him with his handsome face and winning personality! He is a sweet boy who seems to have been socialized with other humans before. Come meet this sweet boy, his caramel eyes and adorable markings will make you swoon and snap pictures! Learn more about Fritz. HarriettCourtesy of Austin Pets Alive!Harriet is a 7-year-old Terrier/American Staffordshire mix, who is known to be quite the "coach potato." She is affectionate to the humans she loves and doesn't ask for much from them - except treats. She may be a lazy girl, but she's already learned to obey "sit," "down" and "roll over." She walks well on her leash, often stopping and smelling what she sees. Learn more about Harriett. Pixie DustCourtesy of Austin Pets Alive!Pixie Dust is a 2-month-old Terrier/Pit Bull mix, who is also a Parvo survivor. Since she is under distemper watch, adopters must live within 40 miles of Town Lake Animal Center to adopt her. Learn more about Pixie Dust. PorterhouseCourtesy of Austin Pets Alive!Porterhouse is a 5-year-old Boxer mix who is known to be quite the active goofball. This playful and polite handsome boy is always sweet, friendly and excited to spend time with his humans. He loves being out for long hikes, smelling all the smells and seeing all the sights. He can pull strongly at times, but is learning to stop when he hears "easy. He's curious to see people, and excited to see other dogs on his walks, especially small ones. Learn more about Porterhouse. TobiasCourtesy of Austin Pets Alive!Tobias is a 5-year-old Beagle/Spaniel Cocker mix who is a master of some popular tricks: sit pretty, sit down and shake. This clever boy always has pep in his steps and loves fetching tossed balls, especially when he can bring them back for treats. And then he'll take off running goofy zoomies. He can be reserved and cautious when meeting new people, but becomes very affectionate once he gets to know them well. Learn more about Tobias.