This Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, is NBC 7 and Telemundo 20's annual Clear The Shelters event. Head to the San Diego Humane Society's campus on Gaines Street to meet the team and some adorable and adoptable pets. Details here.
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Thousands of pets in San Diego County shelters are waiting for the day they find their forever-loving home.
As part of NBCUniversal Local's nationwide campaign Clear the Shelters, NBC 7 and Telemundo 20 San Diego are partnering with local shelters from Aug. 10 to Sept. 10 to promote pet adoption and raise funds for animal welfare.
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Throughout the campaign, adoption fees at all of the San Diego Humane Society's campuses will be 50% off. On Saturday, Sept. 7, all adoption fees will be waived for the annual Clear the Shelters event.
Are you ready to bring a lifetime of happiness to a furry friend? Then join us on our journey to "clear the shelters!"
Clear the Shelters:
Each day, our stations will highlight an adoptable pet from one of our participating local shelters. If you see an animal or read a biography that tugs at your heart, contact the shelter below each picture to take that pet home.
Here are some of the pets you can adopt today:
Note: This story will be updated with more adoptable pets each week. You may find that the animal you're interested in has already been adopted. If that's the case, you can find more available fur-ever friends here.
Roxy
Say hi to Roxy! She's a friendly, behaved and smart 18-month-old lab mix. Her shelter says she loves to cuddle and swim in the pool.
Roxy walks great on a leash, is potty trained and is excellent with small children and other dogs.
Could you spoil Roxy with love and toys? Meet her in person at Rescue Fenix!
JJ
Meet JJ! He's a 2-year-old white and gray corgi mix. This sweet and energetic boy is hoping his forever home can match his enthusiasm and activeness.
According to his shelter, JJ would do well in a household that has another dog that could be his playmate. Crate training will be important for JJ to settle into his new home since has has some destructive behaviors.
Want JJ as your next companion? Pick him up from San Diego Humane Society's campus on Gaines Street.
Smith
Look at that face! Smith is a super friendly and happy 8-year-old dog. You'll always find him wagging his tail and leaning in for pets and cuddles. Playing tug with his toys is the key to his heart.
He walks great on a leash and is good in cars. He also passed his cat test! Smith is available now at Frosted Faces Foundation.
Rustler
Introducing your future cuddle buddy, Rustler! He's a 10-year-old, 10-pound dog with the sweetest personality.
Rustler's shelter says he adores people and especially loves sitting in their laps and being held by anyone who would have him! He adapts very well to new surroundings and fits in well with other dogs.
Want a furry friend to follow you around the house and be eager to be a part of everything you do? Head to Frosted Faces Foundation and take him home today!
Even Stevens
Even Stevens is an 8-month-old Vietnamese Pot-bellied pig. His shelter says these types of pigs are friendly and social animals that can grow to be between 80 and 180 pounds. They also have strong snouts used to push things around.
Interested in meeting Even Stevens? You can do so at San Diego Humane Society's Escondido campus.
Cameron
Isn't Cameron the cutest pooch you've ever seen? At just 4 months old, Cameron is a brown shepherd terrier mix that is looking to find a family to spend the rest of his life with. He's a happy, healthy, human-loving dog, and he adores other dogs and cats, too!
He's had a bit of interest at several adoption events, so don't hesitate to pick up Cameron from the Imperial County Humane Society today!
Bubba
Say hi to Bubba, a 3-year-old brown and gray domestic shorthair cat. His shelter calls him a "huge love bug" that is "very east going." He dreams about spending his days relaxing on fresh linens, eating lots of food and spending quality time with his fur-ever family.
Bubba is waiting for you at the Imperial County Humane Society. Take him home today!
Grace
Give it up for Grace! This 7-year-old American bulldog mix is described by her shelter as a "sweet and gentle social butterfly." If you're looking for a super affectionate pet that wants nothing more than belly rubs and to be showered with love and attention, don't pass up on Grace!
Fall head-over-paws for Grace in person at the San Diego Humane Society's Oceanside campus on Airport Road.
Flash
Flash wants you to pick him up in a flash! This Siberian husky mix is 2 years old and is bound to light up your life. He has previously lived with another dog but prefers to not be in the same household with cats or children due to his specific needs.
Want Flash to be your loyal companion? Pick him up at San Diego Humane Society's campus on Gaines Street.
Spooked
Spooked is a sweet and shy domestic shorthaired cat looking for his fur-ever home. Because of his timid personality, he would love to be adopted into a family with another friendly cat to help him feel more at ease. His buddy Sebastian is also available for adoption and would love to join Spooked in your home!
Adopt Spooked today from the San Diego Humane Society's Oceanside campus on Airport Road.
Mollie
Take one look at Mollie, and your heart is bound to melt. She is an approximately 4-year-old sweet and happy cattle dog boxer. Mollie is great with other dogs and walks great on a leash. Her shelter says she once touched noses with a horse she met, and they even drank out of the same bucket.
Mollie is itching to find her family. Are you the one for her? Head to Rescue Fenix in Escondido to find out.
Mozart
This gentle and endearing black cat is Mozart. He's a shy but sweet 1-year-old, looking for a place to call his own and get comfortable. He would love to be around other cats, especially a social feline friend.
Think Mozart could be a perfect addition to your home? Find him at San Diego Humane Society's Oceanside campus.
Cilantro
Meet Cilantro, a white Californian rabbit looking for a home with plenty of space to hop around and explore. He's a curious and intelligent 2-year-old that would love to find a family that can keep him indoors and avoid picking him up.
Want to meet Cilantro in real life? He can be found at San Diego Humane Society's Oceanside campus.
Bailee Blue
Bailee Blue was found on the streets of Calexico and has a heart of gold. She may be shy at time, but she is great with children and walks great on a leash.
Could you give this sweet girl a fur-ever home? Pick her up at Rescue Fenix in Escondido.
Nirvana
This Siamese cat is Nirvana, and she has a personality as captivating as her name suggests! Her shelter says she is a a mix between mellow vibes and a groovy, playful spirit. Nirvana loves getting pet and people watching in her free time. Her human must know that she has a dental disease and must stay inside due to her allergies.
Want to take Nirvana home? She's located at San Diego Humane Society's Oceanside campus.
Jax
Put your paws together for Jax the dog! This brown and black 9-year-old puggle mix is just a little over 40 pounds and is described by his shelter as a "senior sweetheart who's all about the love." Despite his age, he has the energy of a puppy and puts smiles on the faces of everyone around him with his affectionate personality.
Jax is searching for a forever home where he can be the sole star of the household. Think you could give him the love and care he deserves? He's currently in a foster home, but you can email eccadoptions@sdhumane.org to schedule a time to meet him.
Luna
Look at this beautiful cat! Luna is a shy but sweet brown tabby. She is 10 years old and is looking for a calm and quiet place to call home. Her favorite activities include taking long naps and discovering cozy hiding spots.
If you're looking for a gentle fur-ever friend, pick Luna up at San Diego Humane Society's Oceanside campus on Airport Road.
Kiwi
Say hello to Kiwi the rabbit! This gray and brown Holland lop is as curious as ever. He would love to find a home that has room for a large indoor enclosure that he can explore and a family who will interact with him every day. He's 6 years old and almost 5-and-a-half pounds.
Can't wait to spend time with Kiwi on the floor and shower him with lots of greens and Timothy hay? Head down to the San Diego Humane Society's Oceanside campus on Airport Road.
Luka
Meet Luka! Cuddles and attention are this Siberian husky mix's two favorite things. He is looking for an adventure buddy who doesn't mind that he thinks he's a lapdog. He is 3 years old and 56 pounds.
Don't walk, run and take this silly boy home! He is located at San Diego Humane Society's campus on Gaines Street.
Porko
This little fella right here is Porko. He's a friendly and curious American guinea pig, looking for his forever home. His only requirements: a balanced diet of fresh veggies, hay and pellets and a spacious cage with plenty of hiding spots and toys!
Porko is considered a staff and volunteer favorite at the San Diego Humane Society's campus on Gaines Street, which is where you can adopt him today!
San Diego County shelters participating in 2024 Clear the Shelters
North County
Rancho Coastal Humane Society
389 Requeza St, Encinitas, CA 92024
760-753-6413
Rescue Fenix
10131 Sage Hill Way, Escondido, CA 92026
619-488-1003
San Diego Humane Society - Escondido Campus
3500 Burnet Dr, Escondido, CA 92058
619-299-7012
San Diego Humane Society - Oceanside Campus
2905 San Luis Rey Rd, Oceanside, CA 92058
619-299-7012
San Diego Humane Society - Oceanside Campus - Airport Road Location
572 Airport Rd, Oceanside, CA 92058
619-299-7012
San Diego Central
Kane's K9s & Animal Rescue
4452 Santa Cruz Ave, San Diego, CA 92107
858-752-9581
The Cat Lounge Rescue and Adoption Center
1006 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
858-886-7083
San Diego Humane Society - San Diego Campus
5500 Gaines St, San Diego, CA 92110
619-299-7012
Tragic to Magic
555 Saturn Blvd Ste 1376, San Diego, CA 92154
619-900-3346
East County
Friends of Cats, INC
15587 Olde Hwy 80, El Cajon CA 92021
619-561-0361
Frosted Faces Foundation
1448 Pine Street, Ramona, CA 92065
858-304-0204
Humane Society of Imperial County
1575 W. Pico Ave, El Centro, CA 92243
760-352-1911
San Diego Humane Society - El Cajon Campus
1373 N. Marshall Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
619-299-7012
South Bay
County of San Diego Department of Animal Services
5821 Sweetwater Rd, Bonita, CA 91902
619-767-2675
Chula Vista Animal Services
130 Beyer Way, Chula Vista, CA 91911
619-476-2477
South Bay Cat Adoptions
591 Telegraph Canyon Road 685, Chula Vista, CA 91910
619-646-8150
Riverside County
Animal Friends of the Valleys
33751 Mission Trail, Wildomar, CA 92595
951-674-0618
ARE Animal Rescue Inc
101 E Florida Ave., Hemet, CA 92543
951-708-1280
Community Canines
26845 Jefferson Avenue, Murrieta, CA 92562
760-702-2440
Find your nearest participating Clear the Shelters location below:
For more information, visit NBC7.com/ClearTheShelters and T20.com/DesocuparLosAlbergues and follow Clear the Shelters on social media!
- X: @ClearTheShelter
- Instagram: cleartheshelters
- TikTok: @cleartheshelters
- Hashtags: #ClearTheShelters and #DesocuparLosAlbergues
