Home before
the Holidays
Because finding the right home takes time.
Some pets just need a little more time to find the people who are right for them.
We're starting early so they have the chance to find their family, settle in, and be home before the Holidays.
Featured Home before the Holiday Pets
These are just a few of the pets looking for a home this season. You'll find all participating pets - both dogs and cats - in the list below.
To see participating dogs and cats, click "Attributes" and select
"Home for the Holidays 🐾"
Pets are shown in order of how long they’ve been waiting for a home, longest first.
About Adoption Fees
Some participating pets have their adoption fees sponsored by generous community supporters, while others may have their adoption fees waived by MARS.
A separate $25 administrative processing fee still applies.
Our regular adoption process remains in place because finding the right home is what matters most.
Sponsor an Adoption Fee
Want to help a pet get home?
Individuals, families, and businesses can sponsor adoption fees for participating pets. Your generosity helps us continue caring for pets while they wait for their families.
Not ready to sponsor? General donations also help provide food, medical care, and everything pets need while they wait for their home.
Why we're starting early
Finding the right home takes time. We want these pets to have the chance to meet their families, settle in, and be home before the holidays.
And when a foster pet finds their forever home, that can open a space for another animal who needs us.
Helping one pet get home can mean another gets a chance.
Every pet deserves a safe, loving home - not just for the holidays, but for a lifetime.
Different paths. Same happy destination.
Where All Roads Lead Home.
