Maricopa County Animal Care and Control is hosting their third annual “Turkey Tasters” event to help pets in need find homes for the holidays.
The event allows people to welcome a foster pet into their home during the week of Thanksgiving or even longer.
“This is a great opportunity for people who cannot commit to a pet long-term, but still want to help homeless animals,” said communications supervisor Kim Powell. “Whether you’re expecting a house full of guests or spending the holidays alone, we have several dogs who would love the company.”
People interested in the program must complete an application before coming to the shelter to select a foster animal.
“Daycare is a great way to not only give our dogs a break from shelter life, but also network them in a different and exciting way,” says Dana Klose, alternative placement supervisor. permanent place at their table for their ‘Turkey Taster!’”
Dogs eligible for the Turkey Tasters program are at least 6 months old. The agency sends them home with a goodie bag full of stuff.
Fosters can pick up their pets at one of MCACC’s shelter locations until Wednesday, November 27.
At both locations, you can walk in between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM, or you can make an appointment for a quick and easy pick-up process. Appointments are not necessary.
More information is available on the MCACC website.
This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Maricopa County wants to find homes for foster animals for the holidays
