The Walker County Animal Shelter (WCAS) in Chickamauga, Georgia, will participate in the Empty the Shelters® – Holiday Hope event. This event is organized by the BISSELL Pet Foundation. From December 1 to December 15, 2025, WCAS will offer reduced or waived adoption fees. The event is part of a national campaign involving 300 shelters across the United States.
During this period, adoption fees for adult dogs and cats over four months old will be waived. Puppies and kittens under four months can be adopted for $25. The BISSELL Pet Foundation sponsors these rates to support pet adoption and reduce pet homelessness.
Melissa Smith, Shelter Director, said the event aims to help at least 40 animals find homes before the end of the year. She noted that each adoption helps both the adopted animal and another animal that can be taken in. WCAS has placed 149 animals in homes this year through similar events…