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“Everybody should have a shelter dog. It’s good for the soul.” – Paul Shaffer
ADOPT A SHELTER DOG MONTH: Drew Barrymore, Dave Bautista & ASPCA
A popular online search is “Adopt a dog near me” or “Find a shelter dog.” And no wonder! Dogs are all about love and companionship. Some folks are looking for a specific breed. Labrador retriever. Pomeranian. Even Goldendoodle puppies. Others will take a family mutt — a unique and happy dog with lots of smiles and tail wags.
“I don’t care what breed it is,” explained shelter dog enthusiast Karen Hutchinson. “As long as our new doggie gives us love! If it’s a mixed breed, a DNA test would soon reveal its ancestry.”
Last year, the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) announced its collaboration with distinguished actors, animal advocates, and pet parents Drew Barrymore and Dave Bautista. Together, they raised awareness and encouraged support for dog adoption and fostering during October’s Adopt a Shelter Dog Month.
Throughout last October, Drew and Dave posted shelter dogs from the ASPCA on their social media channels.
Which helped find them loving homes. It was announced: “This year, the ASPCA, Drew and Dave are promoting The Shelter Dog Rescue campaign. Which showcases the impact that adopting or fostering a pet can have on shelters nationwide by creating space for more animals in need.”
“We are thankful for the support of Drew Barrymore and Dave Bautista. They have proven to be compassionate ambassadors for dogs in shelters,” said Matt Bershadker, ASPCA president and CEO.
“This Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, we hope Drew and Dave’s efforts will inspire the public to adopt or foster a pet.”
“Thus making an impact that ripples throughout shelters nationwide while creating space for more dogs in need.”
Her Shelter Dog! Drew Barrymore with her rescue dog Douglas.
Drew Barrymore is an esteemed actress, talk show host and life-long supporter of animal welfare causes. And she’s a pet mom to seven adopted animals.
They include a dog named Douglas, four cats, a bearded dragon, and a snake. In 2016, the ASPCA honored Drew with the ASPCA Compassion Award. The award recognizes noteworthy individuals in entertainment and the arts who have made outstanding contributions to animal welfare and shelter dogs.
“Douglas and I are thrilled to partner with the ASPCA to raise awareness about dog adoption and fostering,” Drew said.
“Shelters across the country are full. The work they do on the front lines every day is critical in caring for thousands of animals in need of loving homes. This October let’s unite to make a difference for amazing dogs like Piper and Korbean. When you adopt or foster, you create a ripple effect that helps save even more animals nationwide.”
Dave Bautista’s passions have both personally and professionally led him from a career in wrestling to acting and animal advocacy. He’s a well-known dog-lover who voices his support for pet adoption and animal protection. Dave is the proud pet parent of four adopted pit bulls and is a consistent champion for the breed.
“In October,” said a press release, “Drew and Dave will be calling on the public to adopt or foster a dog during Adopt a Shelter Dog Month.”
The release quoted some of the staggering numbers. “Shelters across the country are at capacity, with 3.2 million dogs entering animal shelters last year. And only 2.2 million dogs adopted. With limited resources and too many animals in need, shelters are working overtime. Struggling to find loving homes for the animals in their care. Including an increasing proportion of animals with greater medical and behavioral needs who stay longer in the shelter.”
Dave Bautisa said, “Every day, my rescue dogs Ollie, Maggie, Penny, and Talulah, show me why all shelter pets deserve compassion, care, and unconditional love. They’ve changed my life in the best way as much as I’ve changed theirs.”
Dave continued, “By choosing to adopt, I not only gave them second chances at life. I also helped create room at my local shelter for other rescue pets to find good, loving families. A positive future for shelter pets starts with someone like you, or me.”
Learn more about adopting a dog through the ASPCA’s programs. And find a shelter in your local community. Visit ASPCA.org/Adopt.
If you’ve searched for “adopt a dog near me,” then don’t wait for Adopt a Shelter Dog Month 2025. Start you search today!
ADOPT A SHELTER DOG MONTH: Drew Barrymore, Dave Bautista & ASPCA
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ADOPT A SHELTER DOG MONTH: Drew Barrymore, Dave Bautista & ASPCA
About the ASPCA®
The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) was founded in 1866. It was the first animal welfare organization to be established in North America. Today it serves as the nation’s leading voice for vulnerable and victimized animals. It’s committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.
The ASPCA assists animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions. As well as behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy. And the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources. For more information, visit www.ASPCA.org, and follow the ASPCA on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok.
In Canada, visit HUMANE CANADA – the National Federation of SPCAs & Humane Societies.
“I should get a dog. I would get a shelter dog. It doesn’t matter. I would probably get a three-legged dog no one else wanted.” – Simon Cowell
SOURCE: ASPCA, PRNewswire & Civilized Bears. Posted January 7, 2025.
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