Foothills Humane Society will hold a pet adopt-a-thon on Saturday, October 23 from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m., or until 11 dogs and 11 cats find their new homes. The event will be held at Foothills Shelter at 989 Little Mountain Road in Columbus.

Foothills Humane Society is an open admission shelter serving Polk County, Landrum, Campobello and Gowensville. It receives approximately 1,800 dogs and cats each year, most of whom need new homes. Foothills has placed over 1,400 dogs and cats so far this year, over 98 percent of the animals coming into the shelter.

The shelter is full right now, and the animals need homes to save their lives. A wide variety of pets are available. All pets are fully vetted, spayed or neutered and come with a microchip. Adoption counselors will help ensure purrfect matches.

Adoption donations will be waived for this event. Refreshments, music, a full moon and animals and volunteers will make this a great event for the family.