Animal Care Centers of NYC Celebrates 4th Of July With A Special Adoption Event

New York (CBSNewYork) CBSNewYork.com and 1010 WINS have teamed up with the newly renamed Animal Care Centers of New York City to let you know about some of the adoptable animals looking for loving homes in the city's shelters, and, where ACC's mobile adoption units are headed with even more great pets.

In honor of the 4th of July holiday ACC will hold a "Red, White & Meow" cat adoption special. For the entire month of July, the adoption fees for cats one year and over, will be waived.

This week's featured animals, are Cindy, AJ and Paulette.

Cindy (ID#: A1038715 - photo above) This beautiful girl, only about 13 months old, solicits attention and appreciates petting. Meet Cindy at ACC's Brooklyn Care Center (2336 Linden Boulevard). Throughout July, ACC is waiving the adoption fee for all cats one year and over!

AJ (ID#: A1041571) This handsome and gentle dog, about six years old, would make a lovely family pet. Meet AJ at ACC's Staten Island Care Center (3139 Veterans Road West).

Paulette (ID#: A1039036) Paulette is an adorable bunny of about 15 months. "She is friendly in a sweet, unassuming way, and loves any affection you're willing to provide," notes a volunteer. Meet Paulette at ACC's Manhattan Care Center (326 E. 110th Street).

Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is the only open-admissions animal shelter in New York City and takes in approximately 30,000 animals every year. ACC's  three Care Centers in Manhattan (326 East 110th Street), Brooklyn (2336 Linden Boulevard), and Staten Island (3139 Veterans Road West) are open for adoptions 12pm-8pm Monday thru Friday, and 10am-6pm Saturdays and Sundays.

If you're interested in one of the animals featured here, email ACC's Adoption team at adoption@nycacc.org with the animal's name and "A#", or head directly to the Care Center where the animal is located. Please note, animals featured here may already be placed by the time you arrive, but there are hundreds of great cats, dogs, and rabbits looking for loving homes every day! You can view available animals online, and at the Care Centers, ACC Adoption Counselors will help you find the best match.

You can also meet your new best friend at ACC's Mobile Adoption Center, which travels throughout the city. (Note: dates and locations are subject to change. Information will be updated as quickly as possible.  Also check http://nycacc.org/Events.htm)

Upcoming mobile adoption events:

·         July 3, 12pm-4pm: Petco, Union Square, 860 Broadway, New York, NY 10003

·         July 11, 12pm-4pm: Petco Riverdale, 193 West 237th Street, Bronx, NY 10463

•        July 11, 3-6:30pm: Broadway Barks, Shubert Alley (west of Broadway, between 44th and 45th Streets)

•        July 12, 12-4pm: FENWICK KEATS Real Estate, 45 7th Ave, New York, NY 10011

To adopt an animal, you must have a valid photo ID, be 18 years of age or older, and bring proof of current address. ACC adoptions include vaccinations, spay/neuter, a pre-registered microchip, an identification tag, a collar, and a certificate for a free initial exam at a participating veterinarian.

For more information, visit http://www.nycacc.org/Adopt.htm.