Clear the Shelters has been a strong tradition for Newschannel13 and this year we are celebrating our 10th Anniversary kicking off on August 10th running through September 10th 2024!
Clear The Shelters is a nationwide pet adoption initiative uniting NBC Universal stations across the country with a common goal: To help every animal in need and find a loving home.
Last year, NewsChannel13 and Curtis Lumber helped make it possible for over 1,000 local pets to find their forever homes in the month of August alone! Help us break that record in 2024!
Use the interactive map below to find a participating shelter near you, check out our Adoptable Pet gallery, or click āDonate Nowā and give to a local shelter and they receive 100% of the money raised!
Thank you to all the participating animal shelters and to everyone who donates funds or adopts a pet.
Adoptable Pet Gallery
A different pet will be featured each morning Monday through Friday in the 6-7am newscast!
September 10: Meet Ralph Lauren, the dapper 4-year-old tuxedo cat with a heart full of sweetness! Though he starts out a bit shy, with a little love and attention, Ralph warms up quickly and is ready to become your best friend. After losing his owner, Ralph is looking for a fresh start in a loving, indoor home. Could Ralph be the perfect addition to your family?
September 9: Meet Daisy, a petite Havana bunny with a big heart! Spayed and litter trained, sheās fully grown and the perfect size for easy care. Daisy is super affectionate and loves nothing more than snuggling up with her humans. If you’re looking for a loving, easy-to-manage bunny, Daisy may be the perfect fit for your home!
September 8: Meet Glimmer, a 2-year-old beauty who’s ready to shine in her forever home. āØ This sweet but introverted lady likes to take things slowāonce you make the first move, sheāll melt into your pets and show her affectionate side. After raising her kittens in foster care, Glimmer is now ready to relax and be spoiled. Short, sleek, and full of love, she’s proof that good things come in small packages. Could Glimmer be the one to brighten your home?
September 7: Daizy is a happy, easy-going girl who will bring joy to your home. She is housebroken, doesnāt need a crate when left alone, rides well in the car and sleeps soundly through the night. Energetic and playful, she enjoys plenty of exercise and would thrive in a home with a fenced-in yard and an owner with German Shepherd experience. Due to a food allergy that affects her ears, Daizy needs to stay on a prescription diet and will require drops to prevent ear infections. She has lived harmoniously with children in the past, and would be a lovely addition to your family!
September 6: Meet Teddy and Rosie, a dynamic duo of 7.5-year-old Chihuahuas looking for their next forever home together. š¾ Though they can be a little nervous around new faces, with some patience (and a few cookies!), theyāll warm up to you in no time. These sweet pups love relaxing with their human friends and going on walks. Having lived with children before, theyāre open to a family homeāand theyāre even cool with cats! Could Teddy and Rosie be the perfect pair for you?
September 5: Meet Harris, a sweet little bunny with a heart full of love! š° Abandoned but now ready for a fresh start, Harris is easy to pick up and loves receiving pets. Though he’s small, heās curious and enjoys exploring his surroundings. If you’re looking for a gentle and affectionate companion, Harris is ready to hop into your heart and home!
September 4: Meet Grady, a sweet and friendly girl whoās ready to find her forever home after being rescued as a stray. Grady adores belly rubs, ear scratches, and any attention from her people. She loves getting outside for walks and enjoys playing with her toys. Plus, sheās great with other dogs! If you’re looking for a loving companion who’s always ready for some fun and affection, Grady is the perfect match!
September 3: Meet Alan, the 1-year-old black and white chatterbox with a heart full of stories to share! š¾ Found hungry and dirty, this sweet and affectionate guy is ready to find a loving home where he can finally relax and be your loyal companion. Despite being FIV positive due to his time outdoors, Alan has a bright future ahead with the promise of a safe, indoor life. If youāre looking for a talkative friend to keep you company, Alan is eager to tell you all about his adventures and start a new chapter with you!
September 2: Meet Miss Bubba, affectionately known as Bubbalooāa 12-year-old Beagle with a heart full of love. š¾ After being adopted as a puppy, she sadly returned to the shelter after losing both her parents. She enjoys her walks and is the perfect companion for someone looking for a calm and relaxed home. Could you be the one to give Bubbaloo the loving forever home she deserves?
September 1: Meet Tig, the 1-year-old bundle of energy and affection! š¾ This playful and eager-to-please sweetheart is looking for a home where he can share adventures and snuggles with his favorite people. Tig would thrive in a household with another dog to burn off energy or with a work-from-home family who can keep him company. Handsome, lovable, and ready to meet youāTig is waiting for his forever family!
August 31: Meet Mirabelle, the purr-fect blend of sweet and spicy! š¾ This 3-year-old Domestic Medium Hair adores cuddles, string toys, and crinkle balls. Mirabelle is a little shy, so she would do best in a home with no other pets. If you’re looking for a playful and affectionate companion, Mirabelle is ready to add some extra fun to your life!
August 30: Are you looking for a new bestie? One who is up for a hike, game of fetch? Meet Taurus, a 4-year-old mixed breed. Taurus is your girls. She already knows sit, down, paw, stay, drop. Taurus needs a few meets to really warm up to new people, but with some treats and patience, Sheās outgoing and goofy. Plus, she loves to play with her squeaky chicken and pig toys. Help Taurus find her forever home today!
August 29: Oakley was rescued from a hoarding site, so he’s a little nervous about being in a new environment with new people, but he’s been warming up to the North Shore staff. He can be coaxed into purring with some petting once an introduction has been made, and when he’s grown used to you, he transforms into such a love! Oakley loves other cats and would excel in a quiet home as a companion to an outgoing and friendly cat.
August 28: Meet Ruby! Ruby is 5 years old, spayed and up to date with vaccinations. She is great with other dogs, and kids, but we arenāt sure about cats. She would do best in a with another dog and a fenced yard to play in. If you’re looking for a young dog who loves to play, Ruby is the girl for you!
August 27: Meet Spud, a gentle 10-year-old neutered pit mix who’s ready to enjoy his golden years in a loving home. Spud has a heart full of love and is looking for a cozy spot to retire after a lifetime of loyalty. Despite his age, he still has plenty of love to give and enjoys relaxing, cuddling, and spending quiet moments with his people. Could you be the one to make his golden years truly shine?
August 26: Freya is a 1-year-old American pit bull terrier. She has been patiently waiting for a home since March 13th. She has made many human friends, but will require a home without another dog or cat. Socializing with people and going outside for walks are two of her favorite activities. She also is a huge fan of the water, so if you’d like a pup who enjoys water activities, she may just be the girl for you!
August 25: Meet Waylon. Heās a 4-year-old mixed breed with a winning smile and a tongue as big as his heart! He is a shy, smart and super cool pup who is looking for his forever home. Waylon would love to go on hikes or cuddle. He would prefer to be the only pet but, he has plenty of love to go around!
August 24: Check yes, Juliet! Juliet is a 2-year-old female. She is a bit reserved but will melt in your hands with the slightest attention. Weāre looking for a quiet home to welcome Julieta. Give her time to get to know you — She will be your best friend. She is worth the wait!
August 23: Meet Emmy Lou- Sheās a 1 year female Domestic Short Hair kitty. She spent the first few months of her life as a stray, and since was struggling in the shelter. Now, she is currently in a foster home and doing wonderful. The quiet, relaxed home environment has been much less stressful for Emmy Lou, but sheās still searching for the loving forever family she truly deserves!
August 22: This is Scrappy. He is a 3-year-old Coonhound. Heās just a fun loving guy who loves to be outside in the sun. Heās been known to dip his toes in the pool in the summer; but he’s always happiest when he’s around his favorite human and playing with a chew toy. Scrappy does need to be the only pet in the house, so if you’re looking for a young canine companion, he could be the fun-loving boy for you!
Aug 21: Flappy is an energetic boy that loves attention from people. At the shelter, Flappy can seem somewhat intimidating. He jumps, barks, grabs and pulls on his leash…walking can be a challenge! But out of the shelter environment, Flappy is the perfect companion. He loves car rides, running in the yard, he walks great with a harness, and loves going in the lake. Flappy would do best in an adult-only home that has a comfy couch, and people that don’t mind sharing their personal space. He loves sitting on your lap, getting lots of pets and giving lots of kisses!
August 20: This is Beethoven, a 6-year-old mixed breed. Similar to his namesake, he can be a little loud, so a house setting would be best. He is not at all destructive, fully housetrained, and often plays with his toys. He loves to go on walks, cavort around in the pen, and would make a wonderful hiking buddy! Beethoven would be best in a home with no other animals, and can live with kids aged 10+. Could he be the perfect new furry family member for your life?
August 19: This is Lavi. Sheās a 2 Ā½ year old Lop. Lavi would be best being a single bunny. She is very inquisitive and playful. She is new to the Hop on Sanctuary, but has quickly has become one of the volunteersā favorites! Lavi is eager to find a loving home where she can explore, play, and bond with her new familyācould that be with you?
August 18: Thor was found as a stray and brought to the shelter so he can find his forever home! He is a friendly and energetic boy that likes getting outside to explore and go for walks. He also loves people! Thor would do best in an active home and would love a large yard to run around in! He is about 3 years old and has been in the shelter since January.
August 17: This is Jaxon, a 6-year-old mixed breed. You may recognize him from your TV, as he starred in our 2024 Clear the Shelters commercial with Caitlin Irla and Christina Talamo! Jaxon is a big guy with a big heart and plenty of love to go with it. He is very calm and wants to be with people, so someone who’s home a lot would be ideal. Jaxon loves to leisurely walk behind you, so that heās always got your back!
August 16: Meet Pandora, who’s been waiting for her home for over two years. She now purrs and rolls for pets! Pandora is also fond of curling up with her humans, so when you’re reading a good book or doing a quiet activity, she will enjoy being right alongside you. She is ready for her chance at her happily ever after- a stable home and kind human companionship she can count on!
August 15: Dani is a senior kitty of about 10 years old who loves a good chin or cheek scratch. In her free time, she loves bird watching. She can be playful from time to time but at 10, sheās become more of a lounger. Sheās a super special girl that has been overlooked because she can be a little shy at first, but she is eagerly awaiting a family to spend her golden years with!
August 14: Weād love to introduce you to Carl and Charlie, a two-for-one pair of adult male guinea pigs who were abandoned in a box. They are understandably incredibly shy, so the volunteers and staff at Berkshire Humane have been diligently working with them, but with time, patience and love these boys can thrive in a home with the proper care they deserve!
August 13: Meet Cyan, a spayed a MiniLop! Cyan is a little shy until she gets to know you. Once she does, she runs over to greet you. She circle your feet when she is happy. She loves to be pet and enjoys sitting on laps. She is very playful and inquisitive. She enjoys new toys and areas to explore. She is comfortable around dogs.
August 12: This is Roxy, a 2-year-old female Basenji Mix! She has been at the shelter for over a year š Roxy is spunky and energetic, but she loves being surrounded by people, but would do best in a home with no other pets. She is a fast learner, loves her cookies and sheās ready to find a permanent family!
August 11: Looking to add a little luck to your life? Leprechaun was found as a stray and brought to the Montgomery County Shelter. He is a friendly boy that loves getting outside to explore. He walks great on a leash! When not exploring, Leprechaun likes playing with his toys and taking long naps. He would do best in an active home.
August 10: Meet Riley, a 5-year-old female mixed breed! Riley will bring the right owner a lifetime of laughs, love, and adventures. She prefers to be the only child- both canine and human. Riley has already come so far at the shelter and is ready to find her forever home. She already knows sit, down, and paw!
