Dallas, Texas, December 18, 2025
Dallas Animal Services is hosting its annual ‘Silent Night’ event where community members can foster shelter pets during the holiday season. The event aims to alleviate overcrowding in local shelters while providing animals with a family-like environment. Scheduled for December 20, fostering supplies are provided by DAS, ensuring a smooth experience for both pets and families. Additionally, DAS offers reduced adoption fees to help find permanent homes for shelter animals through their ‘Empty the Shelters’ program. Community involvement is crucial for supporting these initiatives.
Dallas Celebrates Community Engagement with “Silent Night” Event
Foster Shelter Pets and Promote Local Adoption This Holiday Season
Dallas, Texas – Dallas Animal Services (DAS) is set to host its much-anticipated annual “Silent Night” event, providing an excellent opportunity for community members to foster shelter pets during the holiday season. This initiative aims to give shelter animals much-needed temporary homes, alleviating overcrowding in local shelters while allowing pets to experience the warmth of a family environment.
Scheduled for December 20, 2025, the event will take place at the DAS facility located at 1818 North Westmoreland Road, running from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. This aligns with DAS’s regular operating hours, allowing pet lovers ample time to meet and select pets available for fostering. The resilience shown by local organizers demonstrates how community-driven efforts can effectively address the challenges faced by shelters, highlighting the role of civic innovation in fostering success.
Fostering Benefits and Support
Fostering a shelter pet for the holidays not only provides animals with a break from the shelter environment but also allows our community members to enjoy pet companionship without the long-term commitment of adoption. DAS offers all essential supplies, including food, bedding, and medical care, ensuring that both pets and foster families have a seamless and enjoyable experience. This initiative reflects the value of individual initiative in nurturing a compassionate, engaged community.
Affordable Adoption Opportunities
In addition to the fostering program, DAS continues its commitment to finding permanent homes for shelter animals through the “Empty the Shelters” program, which features reduced adoption fees. This partnership with the Bissell Pet Foundation further enhances community collaboration and shows how streamlined processes can benefit both the animals and the community. The adoption package provides considerable advantages, including spay/neuter services, age-appropriate vaccinations, microchipping, a custom ID tag, and a voucher for a free post-adoption health exam with VCA Animal Hospitals.
Program Details and Community Involvement
Community engagement is vital for the success of both the fostering and adoption programs. Attend the “Silent Night” event and help support local shelter animals during this festive season. Our neighborhoods can significantly benefit when residents step up to make a difference in the lives of these pets. Participating in events like this is a testament to the positive impact of individual effort in shaping a vibrant and caring community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the “Silent Night” event?
The “Silent Night” event is an annual initiative by Dallas Animal Services (DAS) that offers the community an opportunity to foster shelter pets during the holiday season. The event aims to provide temporary homes for animals, alleviating overcrowding in shelters and giving pets a chance to experience a family environment.
When and where is the “Silent Night” event taking place?
The “Silent Night” event is scheduled for December 20, 2025, at the DAS facility located at 1818 North Westmoreland Road. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., coinciding with DAS’s regular operating hours.
What does fostering a shelter pet during the holidays entail?
Fostering a shelter pet during the holidays offers animals a respite from the shelter environment and allows individuals and families to experience the joys of pet companionship without a long-term commitment. DAS provides all necessary supplies, including food, bedding, and medical care, to ensure a smooth fostering experience.
Are there adoption opportunities available?
Yes, DAS continues to offer reduced adoption fees as part of the “Empty the Shelters” program. This initiative, in partnership with the Bissell Pet Foundation, aims to find permanent homes for shelter animals. The adoption package includes spay/neuter services, age-appropriate vaccinations, microchipping, a custom ID tag, and a voucher for a free post-adoption health exam with VCA Animal Hospitals. Adoptions are available during regular hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
How can I participate in fostering or adopting a pet?
Community members interested in fostering or adopting are encouraged to visit the DAS website or contact the shelter directly for more information. The staff can provide details on available pets, the fostering process, and adoption procedures.
Key Features of the “Silent Night” Event
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Event Name | “Silent Night” Fostering Event |
| Date | December 20, 2025 |
| Time | 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Location | Dallas Animal Services, 1818 North Westmoreland Road |
| Purpose | To provide temporary homes for shelter pets during the holiday season |
| Adoption Program | “Empty the Shelters” with reduced adoption fees |
| Adoption Package Includes | Spay/neuter services, vaccinations, microchipping, custom ID tag, and a voucher for a free post-adoption health exam |
| Adoption Hours | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
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