Free Adoptions At Oyster Bay Animal Shelter In September

SYOSSET, NY — For the month of September, the Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter will be offering free adoptions of all its animals, so that they can find good homes.

For the month, the shelter will be waiving the standard adoption fee of $80 per dog and $84 per cat. All usual adoption services will still be provided — vaccination, microchipping and spaying or neutering of the animal.

"I invite and encourage residents looking for a new pet to check in with the town's animal shelter during the month of September, as general adoption fees will be waived," said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. "Our shelter staff has a wonderful reputation for providing great care to the pets housed there, and has a long history of uniting those looking for the perfect new furry companion."

Residents interested in viewing the animals available for adoption can call the shelter to make an appointment, or visit www.oysterbaytown.com.

In addition to free adoption month, the town will be hosting a free rabies vaccination clinic at the shelter on Sept. 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No reservations are necessary, and the clinic will also be offering to microchip pets for $25. If a pet is ever lost, they can be taken to a vet clinic or animal shelter where they will be scanned for a microchip ID and returned to their rightful owner.

The Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter is located at 150 Miller Place in Syosset. The shelter is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Residents interested in visiting the shelter can call to make an appointment. To view photos of some of the animals available for adoption, visit the town's website or call (516) 677-5784 for more information.