Green Acres hosts dog adoption event in Rocklin
Who's a good dog? This Saturday the Green Acres store in Rocklin will host shelters and rescue groups with several good dogs needing forever homes. Photo courtesy Green Acres
What can you do on a rainy day at a nursery? Maybe find a new best friend.
On Saturday, Feb. 25, Green Acres Nursery & Supply hosts another of its “Dog Days” adoption events, this time at its Rocklin location.
“Stop by, connect with local animal shelters, and adopt a loving friend,” say the organizers. “Adopt a pet on event day and receive a $50 Green Acres Nursery & Supply gift card. Use it to create a pet-friendly spot in the garden, or to buy from (Green Acres’) new line of pet supplies.”
Local animal service agencies will bring several adoptable dogs to meet and greet patrons. The canines will be available from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday. The event is free and open to the public; no advance registration necessary.
Green Acres is located at 5436 Crossings Drive in Rocklin.
With the motto “Rescue is our favorite breed,” Green Acres has made Dogs Days a year-round event with adoption events rotating through its seven locations. Check the Green Acres website after March 1 for upcoming Dog Days.
For more information on adoption packages, visit www.idiggreenacres.com.
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