“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.”
This quote from Anatole France is perfect for Valentine’s Day. If you’re still in need of a Valentine, consider adopting a pet. Many Long Island animal shelters and rescue groups are holding special events in honor of the holiday devoted to love.
Remember: Animals give unconditional love, and dog food is much cheaper than diamonds.
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Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter
“Free Love” Weekend – Saturday, Feb. 11 and Sunday, Feb 12
During the “Free Love” Weekend the Brookhaven Animal Shelter (300 Horseblock Rd., Brookhaven) will waive adoption fees for anyone that adopts a pet. They will also provide free micro chipping and free pet food. The event times are Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Little Shelter Animal Rescue & Adoption Center
Teacher’s Federal Credit Union Pet Supply Drive – Saturday, Feb. 11 and Saturday, Feb. 18
The rescue organization will hold pet supply drives at branches of TFCU over the next two weekends, where people can help out and meet adoptable animals. On Feb. 11 the drive will take place at the TFCU in Northport (556 Larkfield Rd., East Northport), and on Feb. 18 animal lovers can bring supplies down to the Huntington branch (211 East Main Street, Huntington). Both events take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Make a donation, and a friend!
Forgotten Friends Animal Rescue
Valentine’s Bowling Fundraiser – Friday, Feb. 10
National Adoption Days – Saturday, Feb. 11 and Sunday, Feb. 12
Join Forgotten Friends on Feb. 10 at Farmingdale Lanes (999 Conklin St., Farmingdale) from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. for a Valentine’s Bowling Fundraiser. The money from the event will cover the surgery and rehabilitation costs for a puppy named Linus that was recently found after being hit by a car. Linus is currently recuperating and looking forward to finding a forever home in the near future. The rescue organization will also celebrate National Adoption Days at the West Babylon Petsmart (535 W Montauk Hwy., West Babylon) on Saturday, Feb. 11 and Sunday, Feb. 12.
Bideawee
Teacher’s Federal Credit Union Donation Drive – Saturday, Feb. 11 and Saturday, Feb. 25
TFCU is also lending a hand to Bideawee. On Saturday, Feb. 11 pet lovers can visit the Farmingville branch (2410 North Ocean Ave., Farmingville) to donate food and supplies to the animals of the Westhampton shelter. There will also be volunteers on hand to give future “parents” information on the wonderful animals that are up for adoption. The same deal will take place a week later on Saturday, Feb. 25, at the TFCU in Riverhead (176 Old Country Road, Riverhead).
Bobbi & The Strays
Adoptions at Pets 4 Luv – Saturday, Feb. 11 and Sunday, Feb. 12
Pet Smart Adoption Event – Saturday, Feb. 11 and Sunday, Feb. 12
Bobbi & The Strays is holding two separate adoption events over the weekend. The first adoption event is at Pets 4 Luv in Massapequa’s Westfield Sunrise Mall. The event is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will feature a DJ, KJoy, Ferret Rescue, Greyhound Rescue and a dog trainer to answer questions. The second event is at the Pet Smart in Valley Stream (4 West Circle, Valley Stream) in conjunction with their National Adoption Days.
Save-A-Pet Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Find Your Love Match – Week of Valentine’s Day
For the week of February 14, Save-A-Pet (608 Route 112, Port Jefferson Station) is discounting the rates for animal adoptions. Cat adoptions will be $14 and dog adoptions will be $50. All of the animals are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.
