The Richardson Animal Shelter is once again participating in the “Clear the Shelters” event Saturday, Aug. 18 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The Shelter will waive adoption fees for all adoptable pets, although a $5 registration fee for Richardson residents will still apply. All regular adoption guidelines apply and new owners will still be required to have the pets spayed/neutered and vaccinated for rabies if it has not been done so already. A valid Texas driver’s license or ID is required and new owners must be 18 or older.

Approximately 5,000 pets will be available for adoption at North Texas-area shelters during the event. Learn more at www.cleartheshelters.com, and view animals available for adoption at the Richardson Animal Shelter at www.cor.net/animalservices.