MONROE, La. (KNOE) - If you’ve been considering expanding your family with a new furry - or scaly friend, adopt-a-thon is coming!

The adoption event will take place at the Petsense on Cypress Street in West Monroe on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Several local shelters will be there, including the Ouachita Parish Animal Shelter, the Humane Society Adoption Center of Monroe, River Cities Humane Society for Cats, a local reptile rescue, and many more!

They will have cats, dogs and even reptiles available for adoption.

Even if you aren’t ready to adopt, come out to meet some furry friends and support local shelters.

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