Looking for a Valentine’s Day date? Best Friends Animal Society has some adorable, furry options—cuddles and kisses included!
This Friday, on Valentine’s Day, the animal welfare organization is giving pet lovers the chance to host a sleepover with a shelter dog or cat from locations across the country.
“Instead of going out this February 14, why not make a shelter pet your Valentine?” Best Friends shared in a news release. “Give them a night they’ll never forget—one that could change their life—no expensive prix fixe menu required!
How to Find Your Perfect Valentine’s Date
Best Friends Animal Society’s Valentine’s Day sleepovers begin on Feb. 14! Anyone interested can visit a participating shelter between Feb. 14 and 17 to pick their furry date.
For those looking for a more lasting connection, Best Friends’ website offers the chance to browse potential “long-term love connections” and find a pet to adopt.
Which cities are offering foster dates?
Best Friends is offering dates in the following U.S. cities:
- Houston, Texas
- Los Angeles, California
- New York City, New York
- Bentonville, Arkansas
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Kanab, Utah, where Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, the “largest no-kill sanctuary for companion animals in the country,” according to the organization, is located
From Foster to Forever Love
If sparks fly with your Valentine’s date, Best Friends Animal Society is offering the chance to extend the foster stay or make it official through adoption.
To celebrate the holiday, the organization is waiving adoption fees from Feb. 14 to 17—because, as they put it, “the companionship of a pet is priceless.”
Additionally, Best Friends will host adoption events at all their lifesaving centers on Feb. 15, giving even more pets a chance to find their perfect match.
Treats and Sweets for Your Furry Valentine
To make the experience even more special, Best Friends will be giving out free Blue Buffalo goodie bags filled with pet food and treats to all adopters and overnight fosters. It’s the perfect way to share a Valentine’s Day dinner with your new furry friend!
Dogs’ Date Out: More Ways to Find Puppy Love
Best Friends isn’t the only one playing matchmaker this Valentine’s Day! Chewy is teaming up with shelters nationwide to launch “Dogs’ Date Out”—an event where singles, couples, and dog lovers can enjoy a special outing with a shelter pup.
It’s a fun way to spread love while giving these adorable dogs a chance to enjoy a memorable day outside the shelter!
