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April 21, 2025

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PAWS to Host Dog Gone Adoption Event April 12

Bringing some fun to the community and attention to shelter pets in need of homes. 

Saddle up! Rutherford County PAWS is hosting their annual western-themed Dog Gone Adoption Event on Saturday, April 12th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The free outdoor throwdown happens at the Rutherford County Pet Adoption building in Murfreesboro. Food trucks include The Wee Chippy Fish & Chips and Black Box Ice Cream, plus vendors, games, giveaways and plenty of adoptable pets, of course! In addition, PAWS will be providing free popcorn to all community members who attend. Costumes welcome!

“We’re thrilled to invite the community to join us for this family-and-pet-friendly event,” says Sebastian Jordan, Public Relations Media Specialist at Rutherford County PAWS. “This isn’t just about finding homes for our animals, but also celebrating the joy and companionship that pets bring to our lives. We encourage everyone to come on out, have a great time, and consider opening their hearts and homes to a new furry friend!”

All available pets are already spayed or neutered and up-to-date on vaccinations. If you’re interested in taking home a new pet at the event, adoption requirements can be found here

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Michael Aldrich

Michael Aldrich is Nashville Parent's Managing Editor and a Middle Tennessee arts writer. He and his wife, Alison, are the proud parents of 4-year-old Ezra and baby Norah.