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Free Adoptions Saturday At Somerset Regional Animal Shelter

The SRAS is offering offering free adoptions for all animals over 6 months as part of the "Clear the Shelters" national adoption event.

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Providing a fur buddy with a forever home will get a bit easier. The Somerset Regional Animal Shelter is offering free adoptions for all animals over 6 months and kittens under 6 months will be $50 as part of the National Clear the Shelters Event on Saturday, Aug. 17 from noon to 4 p.m.

"We are thrilled to participate in this event," said shelter manager, Brian Bradshaw.

Last year’s event ended with nearly 20 animals finding their forever families, Bradshaw added.

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Currently, the shelter is overflowing with cats and kittens with more coming in each day.

"This event could not have come at a better time," says Rose Tropeano, Asst. Manager. "Our catteries are full and we have many wonderful cats and kittens that need permanent homes."

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For more information on upcoming events, visit www.srasnj.org. You can donate to or find more about Clear the Shelters here.

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