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For Immediate Release:
June 19, 2015
Media Contact:
Melissa Barreto
[email protected]
305-418-7181

Miami-Dade Animal Services and the Office of Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava team up to offer pet adoptions this Saturday just in time for Father's Day


(MIAMI, June 19, 2015) – Under the direction on Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez with the sponsorship of Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava, Animal Services is hosting pet adoptions just in time for Father’s Day on the HOPE Express mobile adoption trailer on Saturday, June 20, 2015, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at The Falls Mall in front of Talbots and Chico’s located at 8888 SW 136 St, Miami, FL 33176.

“This is a great opportunity to adopt a sweet dog or cat for someone who is looking to be a pet’s “dad” or anyone willing to save a life by offering a shelter pet a forever loving home,” said Mayor Gimenez.

“I invite everyone in the community to take part in the pet adoption event at The Falls this Saturday and help find permanent homes for these wonderful pets,” said Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava.

Pet adoption fee includes spay/neuter surgery, microchip, age-appropriate vaccinations, and FIV & FeLV testing for cats.


About Miami-Dade County Animal Services
Every year Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department (Animal Services) provides care and refuge for over 27,000 abandoned dogs and cats. Every day, Animal Services staff and volunteers work diligently to find life-long homes for these abandoned animals by facilitating onsite adoptions, hosting off-site adoption at events and locations throughout the community, and working collaboratively with over 70 rescue organizations who share in our goal of a No Kill Miami-Dade County. For more information call 3-1-1 or visit the Animal Services website.


It is the policy of Miami-Dade County to comply with all of the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The facility is accessible. For sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices or materials in accessible format, please call at least five days in advance.

Who:
Miami-Dade County Animal Services, the Office of Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava, and The Falls Mall
What:
HOPE Express Pet Adoption Event
When:
June 20, 2015, 1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Where:
The Falls Mall in front of Talbots and Chico’s, 8888 SW 136 St, Miami, FL 33176