Dog adoption fees, which are usually between $55 and $75, are reduced to $40 per dog throughout October.
Dogs are generally priced depending on their age.
Canines more than five years old costing $55 and younger dogs coming in at $75 .
According to a release from the shelter, all dogs will be vaccinated, micro-chipped, heartworm-tested and spayed or neutered prior to adoption.
New owners who adopt during the month of October will also receive a complementary leash, new toy or dog coat “to take home for their new best friend,” the release reads.
The Bloomington Animal Care and Control’s Facebook page dictates that its mission is to “address and respond to all animal needs in the community through education, enforcement and support in order to build a community where animals are valued and treated with kindness and respect.”
The group’s Facebook banner advertises “Woofstock” with the slogan “Peace, love and dogs” next to a Yorkshire terrier wearing a flowered headband and tinted purple glasses.
Adoptable animals are available for visits from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at the animal shelter, which is located at 3410 S. Walnut St.
In addition to these visiting hours, interested adopters can check out any of several events planned for the month, all of which adoptable dogs will be making appearances.
Dogtober Fest Mega Dog Adoption Event
Oct. 4: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Woodlawn Shelter ?in Bryan Park
Adorable Adoptables
Oct. 11: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Monroe County Public Library
Hops for Hounds
Oct. 12: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Upland Brewery
Farmer’s Market
Oct. 25: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Bloomington Farmer’s Market
Anicka Slachta