Petco Love Florida MEGA Adoption Event Aims to Find Homes for 2,000 Shelter Pets

South Florida animal welfare organizations are bringing dogs and waiving fees

by Sharon Aron Baron June 5, 2026

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With animal shelters across the country facing overcrowding, local organizations are joining forces to help more pets find permanent homes.

According to research from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, nearly 73% of government-run shelters report an increase in the number of dogs entering their facilities.

To help address the growing need, Broward County Animal Care and Broward County Parks and Recreation are partnering with animal welfare organizations across South Florida for the Petco Love Florida MEGA Adoption Event on Saturday, June 20, at T.Y. Park in Hollywood.

The free event is part of a statewide initiative aimed at finding homes for 2,000 dogs and cats. Participating organizations will waive adoption fees and offer adoptable pets on-site. Pet registration fees and the park’s weekend gate admission fee will still apply.

“Animal shelters, including Broward County Animal Care, are under tremendous pressure as more pets enter our care than leave through adoption,” said Doug Brightwell, director of Broward County Animal Care. “This event is an opportunity for our community to be part of the solution. Every adoption creates space for another pet in need and helps us move closer to ending shelter overcrowding.”

The adoption event brings together Broward County Animal Care, Broward County Parks and Recreation, Miami-Dade County Animal Services, the Humane Society of Broward County, the Humane Society of Greater Miami and Petco Love.

“Parks and dogs have a lot in common. They reduce stress and anxiety, and encourage an active, healthy lifestyle that includes social interaction among dog lovers and owners, building a sense of community,” said Dan West, director of Broward County Parks and Recreation. “We hope you and your new pet will visit T.Y. Park or one of our other regional parks, which allow dogs on six-foot leashes, or visit our leash-free dog parks at Markham Park and Quiet Waters Park.”

Petco Love Florida MEGA Adoption Event

When: Saturday, June 20, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: T.Y. Park, 3300 N. Park Road, Hollywood

Cost: Adoption fees waived; pet registration fees and park admission fees apply.

For more information about the event, visit megaadoptflorida.com. Information about Broward County Animal Care, available pets and volunteer opportunities is available at Broward.org/Animal.

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