Ditch the surprises, flowers, chocolates and fancy dinners this Valentine’s Day. Why don’t you cuddle up with an adorable cat or dog for a special sleepover instead? It’s an original way to share some love and maybe even find your new best friend.
The Cities Joining the Fun
This new experience is now being offered at shelters in Los Angeles, Houston, Bentonville, Salt Lake City, New York City and Kanab. On February 14th, locals can swing by their nearby lifesaving Center to choose their pet.
How It Works
Partakers choose a cat or dog of their liking and can take it home for the night. If there’s a real connection, they can adopt it. Shelters supply food, toys and bedding, so it’s very low effort with all the rewards.
Why Sleepovers Work
Why sleepovers? First, this allows the animals to escape stressful shelter life. It also allows them to show their true personalities in a more relaxed, cozy environment. It’s a unique way for future pet owners to tell if they’re ready for the lifelong responsibility.
A Win-Win for Everyone
For the animals, it’s an opportunity to receive love and warmth. For people, it’s a possibility to connect with a cat or dog they like without the pressure of having to immediately adopt. Plus, who knows? You might wake up with your new furry friend sleeping right beside you. How can you say no to that?
Meet Your Valentine
From cute active puppies to quiet older cats, there’s a someone for everyone! At these designated shelters, there are animals of all shapes, sizes, and characters waiting for their new owners.
The Role of Fostering
Fostering, even just for one night, helps shelters learn about each animal’s behaviour and personality faster. This makes the process of finding them permanent homes much smoother.
Success Stories Abound
Many sleepovers lead to lifelong camaraderies! Participants frequently can’t help but fall in love with their guests and decide to adopt them on the spot.
What You’ll Need
All you need is you and your loving energy! Shelters handle the paperwork and necessary supplies. Just open your heart and home for a memorable night.
How to Sign Up
It’s easy! Go to a shelter currently offering the service on February 14, choose your Valentine, and bring them home for one night. No reservations needed.
Make It Official
Plus, if you want more time than just one night, you can continue fostering or adopt your new companion. Shelters make this process seamless.
Share the Love
Post about your sleepover experience on social media! Doing so could inspire others to adopt or foster, which would help even more animals find homes.
A Valentine’s Day to Remember
Swap the flowers for bright eyes, bushy tales and purring this year. Opening your home to a total stranger could be the start of a whole new life. It’s time to give true love a second chance.
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