Zappos Sponsors Free Adoptions At 4 Texas Animal Shelters, Including One In Austin

AUSTIN, TX — Zappos, the online apparel and shoe seller, will be covering adoption fees for shelter animals in four Texas facilities this Friday, including Austin.

Officials on Tuesday announced that Zappos.com will sponsor free adoptions for approved adopters, including at the Austin Animal Center. Other participating shelters are the Houston Humane Society, San Antonio Humane Society and Citizens for Animals.

North Shore Animal League America is helping to coordinate the event along with Zappos this Friday, Sept. 29. The event has been dubbed "Friends On Us Fridays." Zappos will cover all adoption costs for dogs and cats at different cities for the next eight weeks.

The Austin Animal Center is located at 7201 Levander Loop, with hours of operation between 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The other participating shelters are:

• Citizens for Animals, 17555 Katy Fwy., Houston, TX 77094. Hours of operation: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Houston Humane Society, 14700 Almeda Rd., Houston, TX 77053. Hours of operation: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• San Antonio Humane Society, 4804 Fredericksburg Rd., San Antonio, TX 78279. Hours of operation: Noon to 7 p.m.

Following are descriptions of North Shore Animal League America and Zappos, provided by each organization:

About North Shore Animal League America

North Shore Animal League America-the world's largest no-kill rescue and adoption organization—has saved the lives of over 1 million dogs, cats, puppies and kittens at risk of euthanasia. Through our many innovative programs, we reach across the country to rescue animals from overcrowded shelters, unwanted litters, puppy mills, natural disasters and other emergencies and find them responsible, loving homes. As a leader in the no-kill movement, we are dedicated to promoting shelter pet adoptions; encouraging spay/neuter programs; reducing animal cruelty; ending euthanasia; and advancing the highest standards in animal welfare. Please join us in saving the lives of innocent animals by donating to support our lifesaving mission.

About Zappos

Established in 1999, Zappos.com has quickly become a leading destination in online apparel and footwear sales by striving to provide shoppers with the best possible service and selection. Zappos currently showcases millions of products from over 1,000 clothing and shoe brands. Zappos is also proud to be rated ELITE by STELLAService and was named a J.D. Power 2011 Customer Service Champion, one of only 40 companies so named in the U.S. More information about the customer service philosophy, unique culture and job openings can be found at http://about.zappos.com. More information about Zappos Insights, and its business membership program can be found at zapposinsights.com. Zappos.com, Inc. is a subsidiary of (AMZN) Amazon.com, Inc.

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