The day was created as a way to raise awareness for pets that need a forever home.
VIDEO: Spotify is helping shelter dogs find new homes based on owners taste in music
Spotify is helping shelter dogs find new homes based on owners taste in music
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says more than 3 million shelter animals are adopted each year.
ABC7 News features a Perfect Pet every week, highlighting available animals at Bay Area shelters.
VIDEO: Meet this week's Perfect Pet
Meet this week's Perfect Pet
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