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Clear The Shelters · August 2026

Maricopa County Animal Care & Control

2500 South 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85009

2026 Participant Goal: 1,125 adoptions Crescendo Weekend

Event Participation

Adoption fees are waived during Clear The Shelters at this shelter.

Free adoptions for large (over 25 pounds) and senior dogs (over 8 years old) during the entire month of August. Every adoption includes microchip, 1st year license & tag, and vaccines.

Pets live at the shelter and in foster homes.
Adoption events are held at the shelter.
Featured event days
Sat, Aug 22
dogs

About Maricopa County Animal Care & Control

Maricopa County Animal Care & Control (MCACC) is the only municipal shelter serving the fourth-largest county in the United States. As a municipal shelter, all lost and homeless pets are accepted regardless of age, health, or temperament. Its mission is to serve residents and their pets by fostering a safe community and reducing the homeless pet population.

Visit & Connect

Hours11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Meet their pets

This shelter's adoptable pets aren't listed on WeRescue yet — visit their website or social media to meet the animals waiting for a home.

View Pets on Their Website