RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT)—Richmond Animal Care and Control is waiving its adoption fees from this Labor Day weekend through Sept. 13.

With the school year in full swing and the kids off to college, the house might feel too quiet. RACC says a new furry friend can fix that!

The Fill Your Empty Nest Foster and Adoption Special starts from Aug. 30 through Sept. 13.

Whether you’re ready to adopt or want to try fostering, a pet at RACC is waiting to make your quiet house feel like home again.

You can check out available pets at RACC and more information on how to volunteer, foster or adopt here .

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