The Washington Harbour in Georgetown went to the dogs Sunday when dozens of canines stopped by for a pet adoption event. (WTOP Photo/Becca Pang)
WTOP Photo/Becca Pang
Operation Paws for Homes hosted a dog adoption event in Georgetown on Father's Day. (WTOP Photo/Becca Pang)
WTOP Photo/Becca Pang
After filling out paperwork, people were able to adopt their dogs and take them home right away. (WTOP Photo/Becca Pang)
WTOP Photo/Becca Pang
This young boy came with his father to the event. His family fosters animals, and they are currently housing and taking care of three dogs. (WTOP Photo/Becca Pang)
WTOP Photo/Becca Pang
The rescue organization also supports Military Working Dogs and their handlers by sending care packages to military dogs that work in combat zones. (WTOP Photo/Becca Pang)
WTOP Photo/Becca Pang
The rescue operation brought dozens of dogs to the event, from puppies to seniors. (WTOP Photo/Becca Pang)
WTOP Photo/Becca Pang
The dogs come primarily from high-kill shelters in rural areas of the Carolinas, but some are also local. (WTOP Photo/Becca Pang)
WTOP Photo/Becca Pang
Operation Paws for Homes is a non-profit organization and is staffed entirely by volunteers. All of the donations they receive go directly towards rescuing the dogs. (WTOP Photo/Becca Pang)
WTOP Photo/Becca Pang
The organization provides pet adoption services in Virginia, D.C., Maryland and parts of southern Pennsylvania. It holds numerous adoption events throughout the year.(WTOP Photo/Becca Pang)
WASHINGTON – The Washington Harbour in Georgetown went to the dogs Sunday when dozens of canines stopped by for a pet adoption event hosted by Operation Paws for Homes.
The dogs are brought in primarily from high-kill shelters in rural areas of North and South Carolina, but some are from local shelters, as well.
Operation Paws for Homes takes them in and gets them ready for a new home. The organization accommodates special needs dogs like Willa, who suffered blunt force trauma to the head that resulted in the loss of an eyes.
Aside from arranging adoptions, the rescue organization also supports Military Working Dogs and their handlers by sending “K-Packs” – that include toys, treats and grooming supplies – to combat zones approximately twice a week. Donations can be collected at any adoption event or through Operation Paws’ website
Anyone could apply for a dog on the spot to begin the application process, but some of those who had already done so online were able to pick up their dogs to bring home for Father’s Day.
Operation Paws for Homes will be back in Alexandria June 24 from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Olde Towne School for Dogs.
