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July 20, 2026 – Philadelphia, PA – Every pet deserves the chance to be loved and safe, tucked in a loving home. This summer, as shelters across the country face the height of kitten season, ACCT Philly is partnering with PetSmart Charities^® to help more pets find families during PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week, taking place July 20–29 at three local PetSmart stores, giving families the opportunity to meet pets of all ages, breeds, and personalities looking for loving homes.

Late spring and summer mark, “kitten season,” the time of year when animal shelters see a significant increase in vulnerable newborn kittens and nursing cats who need care, comfort and loving homes. Adult cats, dogs, puppies and other small pets may also be waiting longer for adoption as shelters work to make room for the youngest animals in need.

Visitors to the adoption events can meet adoptable cats and dogs, spend time getting to know them, and speak with ACCT Philly staff and volunteers to find the right match for their home and lifestyle.

“Every adoption makes a lifesaving difference,” said Sarah Barnett, Executive Director at ACCT Philly. “When someone chooses to adopt from ACCT Philly, they are giving one animal a loving home while creating space and resources for another pet in need. We are grateful to partner with PetSmart Charities to help more Philadelphia-area families discover the incredible animals waiting for homes.”

All adopted pets leave ACCT Philly microchipped, spayed or neutered, vaccinated as age appropriate, dewormed, and treated with flea prevention. These essential veterinary services would typically cost a Philadelphia dog owner more than $500, making adoption an incredible value in addition to saving a life.

To view pets currently available for adoption, visit acctphilly.org/adopt.

“Giving an adoptable pet a loving home can help save lives,” said Patrick Bell, director of Pet Placement Initiatives at PetSmart Charities. “Adopting a pet is an important contribution to your local community. We’re proud to work alongside partners such as ACCT Philly, giving more pets in need people to love.”

WHEN/WHERE:
Adoptable pets will be available at the following times and PetSmart locations:

• Adams Ave PetSmart: July 24th @ 11am-2pm

4640 E Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19124

• Willow Grove PetSmart: July 25th @ 11am-2pm

3995 Welsh Rd, Willow Grove, PA 19090

• King of Prussia PetSmart: July 26th @ 11am-2pm

131 Town Center Rd, King of Prussia, PA 19406

About ACCT Philly 

ACCT Philly is the largest animal care and control service provider in the region, caring for nearly 20,000 animals annually. It is the only open intake animal shelter in Philadelphia, serving the City by contract. ACCT Philly manages the city’s animal shelter facility in North Philadelphia handling nearly 20,000 animals, from dogs and cats, to small animals, reptiles, birds and wildlife, annually. The organization is dedicated to saving the lives of Philadelphia’s homeless and abandoned animals and relies on the support of the community to fulfill its mission.

Visit our website: www.acctphilly.org for more information.

Follow ACCT Philly on Instagram: @ACCTPhilly 

About PetSmart Charities

PetSmart Charities is committed to making the world a better place for pets and all who love them. Through its in-store adoption program in all PetSmart® stores across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, PetSmart Charities has helped more than 11 million pets find loving homes. PetSmart Charities also provides grant funding to local animal welfare organizations that advocate and care for the well-being of all pets and their families. This critical support fuels adoption, access to veterinary care, pet hunger and disaster response programs that make a meaningful impact in local communities. Each year, millions of generous supporters help pets in need by donating to PetSmart Charities directly at PetSmartCharities.org, while shopping at PetSmart.com, and by using the PIN pads at checkout registers inside PetSmart® stores. PetSmart Charities efficiently uses more than 90 cents of every dollar donated to fulfill its mission, granting more than $600 million since 1994. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, PetSmart Charities has received a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator consecutively since 2003 — placing it among the top one percent of rated charities.

Follow PetSmart Charities on Instagram: @PetSmartCharities

Find PetSmart Charities on Facebook: Facebook.com/PetSmartCharities

See PetSmart Charities on YouTube: YouTube.com/PetSmartCharitiesInc