The Yolo County Central Landfill invites the community to attend a special Pet Adoption Event on Saturday, June 21, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., alongside the Blue Barn Thrift Store for their 50% Off Sale.

Located at 44090 County Road 28H in Woodland, the event aims to support the Yolo County Animal Services (YCAS) shelter in response to a recent surge in animals entering the shelter.

“With shelter populations at a critical high, we are always looking for creative ways to engage the community and find loving homes for our animals,” said Stephanie Amato, Director of Yolo County Animal Services. “Partnering with the landfill and Blue Barn Thrift Store allows us to meet people where they are and introduce them to the life-changing experience of pet adoption.”

The Blue Barn Thrift Store offers a pet friendly atmosphere that makes it the perfect setting to connect people with adoptable animals. As part of the event, free pet supplies and toys will be provided to anyone approved for adoption.

In addition, the Blue Barn features a variety of gently used pet items that include cat and dog pet carriers, food bowls and litter boxes for sale. All proceeds from those sales will benefit our recycling and composting education programs.

“This partnership is an exciting new way to join together the goals of the Integrated Waste Management Division and YCAS, both of which are housed under the Yolo County Department of Community Services,” said Yolo County Integrated Waste Management Division Director, Marissa Juhler. “We’re proud to continue turning our landfill into a regional hub for sustainability as well as unique partnerships like this one.”

To learn more about the Integrated Waste Management Division, visit www.YoloCounty.gov. For more information about Yolo County Animal Services, visit www.YoloShelter.org.