Every August, shelters across the country open their doors a little wider and their hearts a little fuller. It’s Clear the Shelters month—a nationwide movement dedicated to finding loving homes for thousands of pets in need. And whether you’re a seasoned pet parent or just starting to consider adoption, this is the perfect time to make a life-changing connection.

💛 What Is Clear the Shelters?

Launched in 2015, Clear the Shelters is an annual campaign that unites animal shelters, rescues, and communities to boost pet adoptions and raise awareness about the importance of giving shelter animals a second chance.

Many participating shelters offer:

• Reduced or waived adoption fees
• Extended hours and special events
• Resources for new pet parents
  The goal? To empty kennels—not with sadness, but with celebration.
  🐶 Why It Matters
  Every dog deserves a warm bed, a full belly, and someone who sees them as family. Yet millions of pets sit in shelters waiting for that moment.
  Adopting during Clear the Shelters means:
• Saving a life
• Supporting your local shelter
• Making room for more rescues
• Gaining a loyal companion who may have been overlooked
  And for dogs with special needs, older pups, or those with unique personalities—it’s a chance to finally be seen.
  ✨ How You Can Help (Even If You’re Not Adopting)
  Not ready to adopt? You can still make a difference:
• Foster: Give a dog a temporary home and help them decompress
• Donate: Supplies, funds, or even your time
• Share: Use your social media to spotlight adoptable pets
• Educate: Talk about the importance of adoption and responsible pet ownership
  🐾 Vroom Grooms’ Take
  At Vroom Grooms, we believe every dog deserves to feel loved, pampered, and celebrated. This month, we’re spotlighting shelter pups who’ve found their forever homes—and the incredible humans who made it happen.
  Whether it’s a fresh groom for a newly adopted pup or a shoutout to local shelters doing amazing work, we’re here to support the journey from kennel to couch.
  Because every wag, every cuddle, and every goofy grin is proof: second chances are worth it.