King County meets goal of adopting out 200 cats - extends free adoption to December 31

Susan Conn and Pearl were the
200th cat adoption during the
promotion, which has been
extended to Dec 31

Regional Animal Services meets October cat and kitten adoption goal, and will extend adult cat adoption special through December 31

Pearl is a gem for Regional Animal Services of King County. The four-year-old cat is the 200th feline adopted from the King County Pet Adoption Center this month. The center waived adoption fees for cats six months and older as part of a special promotion in October.

“When we set the goal of adopting 200 cats and kittens this month, we set our sights high, even though we weren’t at all sure if we’d reach that number,” said Dr. Gene Mueller, manager of Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC). “Not only did we reach our goal, but we did it with two days to spare.”

Susan Conn of Seattle was the lucky adopter who picked out Pearl on Monday afternoon. She says she was inspired by the special event that RASKC held this month, waiving the adoption fee. 

“While I love the energy of kittens, I have a soft spot for the older cats,” Conn added. “Pearl was the first cat that caught my eye. I did look at other animals, but I came back to her, and am glad I did. I think we will get along splendidly.”

Mueller says the “no fee for adult cats” promotion was so successful that RASKC will extend the deal through December 31. The fee for kittens will remain at $100. All felines adopted from RASKC are spayed or neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and have tested negative for feline leukemia. Adopters also receive a starter bag of Hill’s Science Diet food for their new pet, as well as a certificate for a free veterinary wellness exam, courtesy of the Seattle/King County Veterinary Medical Association.

People looking to adopt from RASKC can view available pets by visiting the King County site and clicking on “Adopt a Pet.” Even better, prospective pet owners can visit the Pet Adoption Center in person to pick out their new furry friend. The center is located at 21615 64th Ave S in Kent. Hours are 3 – 6 p.m. Monday, noon – 6 p.m. Tuesday – Friday, and noon – 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.