A Pennsylvania animal shelter has achieved a Christmas miracle by adopting out every animal in its care for the first time in its 50-year history.
The Adams County SPCA experienced a quiet festive season this year, with all kennels empty just two weeks after being completely full of rescue dogs and cats.
“This is the first time in 47 years that the Adams County SPCA has been empty, especially during Christmas. It’s truly miraculous!” the shelter posted on Facebook. “We are incredibly excited and grateful. Our staff and volunteers have worked tirelessly to care for these animals and ensure they found loving homes.” Since November 1, 2023, the shelter successfully placed 94 animals into new homes and reunited 26 strays with their owners.
Their Facebook page highlighted stories of their recent adoptions, including a cat named Bootsie, who helped a young girl named Hope with autism. “Hope now cuddles with Bootsie instead of having meltdowns, and practices expressing her feelings,” said the family.
Following their success, the shelter has been overwhelmed with offers from other shelters and the public, asking them to take in more animals.
However, due to the high number of local animals in need, the Adams County SPCA is currently focusing on their county and nearby areas.
With an estimated 6.3 million animals entering shelters each year, and only 4.1 million finding homes, many still face uncertain futures. The Adams County SPCA urges the public to consider adopting from shelters to help reduce the number of animals in need.
