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Local Shelters Waive Fees in Urgent Adoption Push

7/17/2025

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Jacksonville and Riverside County shelters are overwhelmed, with Jacksonville caring for 377 dogs and Riverside bursting at the seams at over 240% capacity. In a desperate bid to find homes, both shelters are waiving adoption fees. Riverside's director calls for community support, while Jacksonville sets a hopeful goal of 100 adoptions this week to ease the burden.

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Story summary

Jacksonville and Riverside County shelters are overwhelmed, with Jacksonville caring for 377 dogs and Riverside bursting at the seams at over 240% capacity. In a desperate bid to find homes, both shelters are waiving adoption fees. Riverside's director calls for community support, while Jacksonville sets a hopeful goal of 100 adoptions this week to ease the burden.