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BISSELL Pet Foundation “Empty the Shelters” Spring National Event 

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Shelters across the country are in crisis with overcrowding and other major obstacles, prompting a national call for adoption. BISSELL Pet Foundation is aiming to “Empty the Shelters” by sponsoring reduced adoption fees of $25 from May 2-8, 2022. More than 275 shelters in 45 states will participate in this lifesaving event to place deserving pets in loving homes.

WHAT:                BISSELL Pet Foundation is hosting its spring “Empty the Shelter” adoption event

May 2 – 8, 2022, an effort that has helped more than 83,055 pets find homes in shelters throughout the country. During each nationwide event, BISSELL Pet Foundation sponsors reduced adoption fees for $25 or less. The “Empty the Shelters” event will be hosted in more than 275 shelters in 45 states.

WHEN:                May 2-8, 2022

Note – not every shelter is participating for the full event. Potential adopters are encouraged to visit the “Empty the Shelters” website to find the nearest participating shelter and confirm their adoption day details.

                           

WHERE:              275+ shelters across 45 states

                             Click here for an interactive map: www.bissellpetfoundation.org/empty-the-shelters/

INTERVIEWS:     Each location is likely to have a spokesperson available for interviews at the adoption events. Please contact the shelter closest to you to coordinate the details.

QUOTE:              “Shelters across the country are over capacity, and highly adoptable pets are at risk as we face one of the largest crises in recent years,” said Cathy Bissell, Founder of BISSELL Pet Foundation. “BISSELL Pet Foundation is calling on people to visit their community shelters during ‘Empty the Shelters’ to save a life through adoption. Without you, there is no tomorrow for these deserving pets.”

DETAILS:             Below are some talking points and additional facts about BISSELL Pet Foundation.

      • BISSELL Pet Foundation was founded in 2011 by Cathy Bissell.
      • “Empty the Shelters” has helped 83,055 pets find homes across the country and in Canada since its inception in 2016.
      • “Empty the Shelters” provides reduced adoption fees at shelters, typically ranging from $0 to $25 per animal adoption.
      • Our nation’s shelters are facing an overcrowding crisis. Please consider fostering or donating if you unable to add a pet to your family.
      • Visit www.BISSELLPetFoundation.org/Empty-The-Shelters for more information.

INFO:                  Media contacts for BISSELL Pet Foundation:

Brittany Schlacter | Marketing & PR Specialist| Brittany.Schlacter@bissell.com |
c. 812.593.3296

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