My Furry Valentine is Greater Cincinnati's Largest Pet Adoption Event held annually in February.
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We are so excited to see everyone at the 2024 My Furry Valentine Adoption event taking place at the Sharonville Convention Center on February 17th and 18th, 2023. We will have hundreds of adoptable animals under one roof, all available for adoption and waiting for their forever families. This is a family-focused and fun event supporting our community animal rescue and adoption initiatives.
06/26/2024
We are so happy for this news from our friends at Cincinnati Animal CARE. Can’t wait to see what the community can do this weekend with the event being extended!
❗ A promo so nice, we're doing it twice! ❗
Thanks to our amazing community, we were able to get 88 animals adopted last weekend! To keep the momentum going, ✨$5✨ adoption fees are happening again this weekend from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, June 30th!
So if you missed out on last weekend's promo, no need to FOMO – come by either of our locations this weekend to speak with our matchmakers and find the right fit for your home. 🏘️
Or browse our website and if you see an animal that's listed in foster care, email [email protected] to set up a meet and greet. With over 600 adoptable pets, you will surely find your new best friend!
06/18/2024
Hamilton County Dog Wardens are URGENTLY seeking information about an estimated one-year-old male St. Bernard dog left at the Hamilton County animal shelter, Cincinnati Animal CARE, in the early afternoon of Friday, June 14th.
Asgard, as named by CARE staff, was found in the Bond Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, near the intersection of Andina Avenue and Reading Road, though he could be from anywhere. Upon arrival, he was non-responsive and weighed 42 lbs, only 25% of what an adult St.Bernard male should weigh. Despite our best efforts to save Asgard, unfortunately, he did not make it. We believe the cause of death is related to extreme malnutrition and lack of veterinary care. Further forensic analysis is currently being conducted.
St. Bernards are an uncommon and distinct breed of dog, and we are hopeful that someone will recognize this young pup.
If anyone recognizes this dog or has information that may help the case, please call the Hamilton County Dog Wardens at 513-541-7387 or email [email protected], and reference ID #6584. Tipsters may remain anonymous.
06/12/2024
06/10/2024
Happy Pride Month!
06/09/2024
Plaid is available through Cincinnati Animal CARE
Bentley is available through Animal Friends Humane Society
Bowie is available through Kenton County Animal Services
06/08/2024
Whether for just a few days or a few months, loving foster homes are the bridge to a lifetime of love for shelter pets. Will you save a life by sharing some space in your home and your heart for a shelter animal? Our shelters and rescues are overcrowded and the staff, volunteers, and the animals need our help.
Animals like Geode here who is avaialbe for fostering or adoption through Cincinnati Animal CARE. Learn more about fostering with CAC by visiting https://cincinnatianimalcare.org/foster/
06/06/2024
Who is looking for a pup on wheels?
06/02/2024
Look into my eyes, says Claire, who is available for adoption through Care Alliance. Claire is a beautiful tortieshell that was rescued from a bad situation. She is estimated to be about 4 years old as of 1/2024.
Claire is a very sweet, loving and laid back girl. She absolutely loves attention and will lay on your lap as long as you allow...of course pets are required. Claire also is talkative so she would be perfect to keep you company. She also does great with cats and dogs.
Claire is not on site so an approved adoption must be completed before a meet & greet can be arranged. At that time if it works out she can go home with you then.
06/01/2024
Meet Julie, a shy,but sweet girl looking for an adopter through Liberty Acres United Rescue Animal Sanctuary. If you are interested in Julie, please visit https://libertyacresunited.com/.
05/31/2024
Microchipping your pet is one of the most effective ways to ensure lost pets make their way back home to you. Chances are your local animal shelter offers microchipping for a small fee, so please stop by and have your pet chipped!
05/30/2024
Meet Bonzo, a fluffy bundle of energy who loves to play and get the zoomies! This spirited cat brings endless fun and excitement to any home. Bonzo is best suited for a household without small children, where he can fully enjoy his playful antics and zoom around to his heart's content. If you're looking for a lively and loving feline friend, Bonzo is your guy! He is currently available for adoption at 4210 Dane Avenue through @
05/29/2024
It's getting hot y'all, so time for a reminder to share on your pages!
05/28/2024
We are kicking off Adopt A Shelter Cat month with Gravy - available through Friends Humane Society.
05/26/2024
05/22/2024
MY Furry Valentine was privilaged to host 2 roundtable discussions for colleagues across the country. We shared on insights and expertise to help them host similar events in their communities to combat the rising animal intakes and declining adoptions being faced by every shelter across the country right now. We met attendees from Pennsylvania, Chicago, Utah, California, Texas, New York, South Carolina, and Connecticut and are so excited to watch them develop adoption events like MFV in their cities.
05/20/2024
Today we celebrate National Rescue Dog Day. Share your adoption stories to help others learn about the power of adopting their next best friend.
05/19/2024
If you have any information about who dumped these babies please contact Clermont County Animal Shelter.
05/17/2024
05/16/2024
ADOPTED!
We are going to post this sweet sad man again because our hearts are breaking for him.
He came in beat up, full of ticks and so confused. You can tell he is really missing his family.
And he must have had a great family. He’s is neutered, well cared for. His nails are trimmed. He is well trained, has perfect manners, housebroken, crate trained. All the signs of being well loved. He has the softest smooshable face!
But his personality though, That’s what will break your heart. He has such a soft gentle way about him and is so grateful for everything we are doing for him.
We gave him a bath to clean up his wounds and start removing the literally thousands of ticks from his body. He was a perfect gentleman even though he’s hurting.
A quick dog test shows him to be quite submissive. We will do more behavior assessing as he settles in.
But we really want to get him home to the family he loves.
He was found in Mt Aire Rd in Ripley Ohio.
Please share him so his family can find him. Please message or call the shelter if you know him. 937-378-3457
We are going to stop calling him “him” now.
We named him Royal.
Because he is.
05/14/2024
Animal Fosters - please share your foster stories with others here in hopes it encourages them to foster. FOSTERING SAVES LIVES! There isn't one shelter who isn't bursting at the seams right now. Who doesn't have the room for one more dog, but they just keep coming. Fosters are needed so badly.
We hear, "I just can't foster becuasue giving the dog back would be so hard." Well seeing them waste away in the shelter and potentially face euthanasia is harder, so please consider that side of their story. If you are able to foster, now is the time to step up! You can even give it a try on a temporary basis if you have concerns.
05/12/2024
05/11/2024
End Puppy Mills! Did you know that an estimated 170,000 breeding dogs are currently living in United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)-licensed commercial facilities for breeding purposes this very moment.
An estimated 10,000 puppy mills exist in the United States (this includes both licensed and unlicensed facilities).
Over 2 million puppies are bred in puppy mills each year.
While an estimated 3 million dogs are euthanized in shelters every year.
Help end puppy mills by educating yourself & others. Never buy a dog from a pet store and always choose adoption as your only option.
05/11/2024
Stop by and visit our friends from Cincinnati Animal CARE at The OFF Market today until 4pm!
05/01/2024
Exciting news! The Bissell Pet Foundation's empty the shelters national adoption event is back - May 1st through May 15th. You can view a list of participating shelters, which means reduced adoption fees, here: https://www.bissellpetfoundation.org/programs/empty-the-shelters/
05/01/2024
Today's the day! It is the first BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty the Shelters National Adoption Event!🎉
During the event approved adopters will be able to adopt all 🐶dogs & puppies for $25 (license not included) and 🐱cats & kittens for $5!
This means it's the perfect time to FALL in love and adopt a new family member! You can be a part of the life-saving work going on at Animal Friends and change an adoptable dog or cat’s life by giving them a loving forever home!
Help us and find a new furry family member! Big thank you to Cathy Bissell and BISSELL Pet Foundation for making this event possible!
BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelters event will run from Wednesday, May 1st to May 15th!
To view all adoptable pets or print out an application please visit our website: animalfriendshs.org/adopt/
04/30/2024
Our community shelters are overflowing with adoptable animals right now. If you are looking to add a pet to your family, please go and adopt today. If you aren't looking for a permanent additional to your family, then foster as it is a great way to help.
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We thank our Animal Care & Control Officers who work so hard to keep the animals in our community safe. These officers are the boots on the ground and first on the scene to sometimes unimaginable horrors. For every dog fighting ring your have broken up, every victimized animal you have rescued, every lost animal you have brought to safety, we thank you and so do the animals!
And we are under way here at My Furry Valentine.
My Furry Valentine kick off today at 10am at the Sharonville Convention Center. Stop out and adopt your new bestie. Visit myfurryvalentine.com for details.
COUNTDOWN TO MY FURRY VALENTINE - The MVF Animal Adoption Event begins tomorrow. Join us at the Sharonville Convention Center February 17th & 18th and join a community of animal lovers working to rewrite the script for homeless animals in our community. Come out to support, shop, and/or adopt. General admission is just $5 Sat. and Sun. 12p-5p. Get you tickets at myfurryvalentine.com or at the door. Early bird tickets for Sat. 10a-12p are just $25 and allow you early access with a smaller group. We hope to see you all there and love and appreciate each and every one of you for supporting our cause.
Adoption preparation tips for the My Furry Valentine mega adoption event at the Sharonville Convention Center on February 17th & 18th.
We are just 1 month away from the My Furry Valentine animal adoption event at Sharonville Convention Center on February 17th & 18th. There will be nearly 1000 adoptable animals all under one roof. Come find your next best friend. Learn more and get your tickets at www.myfurryvalentine.com. #myfurryvalentine #mfvcincy #adoptdontshop
Volunteer for the My Fury Valentine 2024 Adoption event - myfurryvalenitne.com/volunteers
Rescues & Shelters - Register now to participate in My Furry Valentine 2024 on Feb. 17th & 18th and help the animals in your care get ADOPTED!
Visit https://tinyurl.com/yeyxb94e to register.
#myfurryvalentine2024 #mfvcincy #animalrescue #animaladoption #adoptdontshop
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Rescue/Shelter Registration for My Furry Valentine 2024 taking place on Feb 17th and 18th is now open. Register at https://tinyurl.com/54dwf5rb #mfvcincinnati #mfvcincy #mfvcincy2024 #animalrescue #adoptdontshop
📢 Calling all animal lovers! 🐾❤️
🏠 Overcrowded Shelters Need Your Help! 🆘
🚨 Urgent Plea for Adopters and Fosters 🚨
Did you know that shelters in our community are currently facing a crisis? They are bursting at the seams with adorable furballs who desperately need loving homes. 🐶🐱
These shelters have become overcrowded, with limited space and resources to accommodate the growing number of homeless pets. This heartbreaking situation leaves shelter staff and volunteers overwhelmed and working tirelessly to provide care and love to these innocent souls, but they simply can't do it alone.
By opening your heart and home to a shelter animal, you become their hero and give them a second chance at a joyful life. Whether you're ready to adopt or consider fostering, your support can make a significant impact. 🌟
❤️ Adoption: By adopting, you not only save a life but also gain a loyal companion who will bring endless love, laughter, and happiness to your home. Don't shop; adopt! Visit your local shelter today and find your perfect match. Remember, they're just waiting for their forever family to take them home. 🏡💕
🏠 Fostering: Fostering is a temporary solution that provides a safe haven for these animals until they find their forever homes. It's a rewarding experience that allows you to make a difference without the long-term commitment. You provide love, care, and socialization, while the shelter takes care of their medical needs. Together, we can give these animals the best chance at finding their perfect match. 🤝🐾
🔁 Please spread the word! Share this post, tag your friends, and encourage them to take action. Together, let's find loving homes for these deserving animals and relieve the burden on our overcrowded shelters.
📢 Let's make a difference! Adopt, foster, and save a life today. 🐾❤️
#AdoptDontShop #FosterAShelterPet #SaveALife #OvercrowdedShelters #AnimalRescue #BeAHero
Mimi from Liberty Acres United Rescue Animal Sanctuary got adopted after coming to the event for 3 years. Yay Mimi!
Dogs, dogs and more dogs. Come visit all the dogs available for adoption at the Sharonville Convention center.
We are live with Found House Interfaith, Mason Family Pet, PetSuites Mason and Milo’s Wish.
We are here with League for Animal Welfare in the cat room showcasing their wonderful cats!
We are here at Cincinnati Animal CARE
Volunteer orientation is underway for the My Furry Valentine 2023 adoption event taking place this weekend at the Sharonville convention center. This is our 12th year doing this event and we couldn’t do it with our amazing volunteers so many thanks to you all.
It’s happening… last night we had our kick off meeting for the My Furry Valentine 2023 event!!!
My Furry Valentine is committed to the vision of a world where there is no more shelter euthanasia. A world where there is no longer a need for a mega pet adoption event. A time when we become a “No Kill” nation! But until that day comes, we will continue our efforts to educate our community about the importance of adoption while providing a platform to connect animals in need of a home with people willing to give them one. In doing so, we will be working alongside our rescue, shelter and other animal welfare counterparts who are implementing spay and neuter, foster care, trap-neuter-return, foster networks, pet retention, and other comprehensive adoption programs, all with the ultimate goal of one day becoming a “No Kill” nation. With every event My Furry Valentine hosts, and every animal adopted, we are one step closer to that goal.
Every day, an average of 9,000 cats and dogs are euthanized in shelters across the United States. In fact, euthanasia is the leading cause of untimely death for healthy dogs and cats in our country. Each year, 7.3 million animals enter shelters nationwide, patiently, hopefully, waiting to catch the eye of one of the 12 million families who will bring a new pet into their home. But many Americans still get their new pets from places other than rescues and shelters, and so an estimated 3-4 million animals die unnecessarily every year.
We can change that!
If just 1 out of every 5 people bringing a new pet into their family were to adopt from a shelter or rescue, the Humane Society of the United States estimates that not one single healthy cat or dog would lose his or her life in a shelter. While these statistics don’t tell the whole story, they hopefully reinforce the notion that by welcoming an adoptable animal into your family, you’re doing more than saving one life – you’re helping us rewrite the script for all homeless animals.
Since our inception in 2012, My Furry Valentine has grown in size and popularity. It is through the help of countless numbers of friends, colleagues, and volunteers that My Furry Valentine has become one of the largest animal adoption events in the country! The hundreds of adoptions that take place during our event give homeless animals the chance they deserve at joining a loving home and family.
The My Furry Valentine events are only made possible through our host, sponsors, funders, donations from individuals, participating vendors and business donors, advertising/PR/media partners, our event volunteers, and our rescue and shelter partners who work tirelessly each and every day throughout the year, with an unyielding passion and commitment to the cause, the My Furry Valentine Organizing Committee who volunteer thousands of hours into bringing the adoption events to the Cincinnati community, and most of all, our event attendees who come to support and adopt.
Please visit the My Furry Valentine event to learn more about what we are all about, support our efforts, and find your new best friend.
