Animal rescue center to waive adoption fees

The Animal Rescue League will participate in Clear the Shelters, a national adoption event Saturday.

The Animal Rescue League of Berks County will participate in Clear the Shelters, a national adoption event Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Adoption fees will be waived during the event. Clear the Shelters has found homes for more than 400,000 shelter pets since its inception in 2015.

ARL is following all Pennsylvania health and safety mandates, and requires all guests to wear masks and practice social distancing, even while outdoors.

It has implemented a new wait list at www.berksarl.org/hello to allow you to check in and join a virtual “line” from the safety and comfort of your car until it’s your turn to be assisted.

Visitors will be able to view their estimated wait time and communicate with the staff via text.

Anticipating extended wait times, ARL advises visitors to arrive early.

Adoptable animals will be listed on the ARL’s website at www.berksarl.org. The site is updated every 12 minutes to reflect the most upto-date selection of adoptable animals.

On arrival, visitors should check in online at www. berksarl.org/hello and then proceed to the tent to receive an adoption application. All adoptions will be by application and with the guidance of an adoption counselor to help ensure you and your family find the perfect pet.

Dog meet-and-greets will be conducted outdoors. Cat meet-and-greets will be held outdoors, though one family at a time may enter the shelter’s cat lobby.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old. A photo ID is required.

For any questions regarding Clear the Shelters, contact the shelter at 610-3738830.