FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 7, 2012

Bring the whole family down to the Seattle Humane Society Aug. 11-12 for Catapalooza, Seattle Humane's 8th annual celebration of cats! From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., there will be hundreds of wonderful cats and kittens up for adoption. Even the shelter dogs will be joining in on the fun sporting "Adopt a Cat" bandanas.

*Special Kitten Adoption Discount: Adoption fees WAIVED on the first 25 approved Seattle Humane kitten adoptions Aug. 11 & 12. Bring your pre-adoption questionnaire with you to the shelter. Adoptions begin at 10 a.m. both days, so line up early! After the first 25, SHS kittens are $50 and the fee for adult cats is waived all weekend.

Festivities Include:

•Cat and kitten adoption discounts from NINE local animal agencies united under one roof!

•Face painting, cat-toy making and education stations for kids.

•Expert cat advice and demos like how to clicker train your cat!

•Cat-centric art, treats, leashes, collars and more.

If you’ve been thinking about adding a new furry member to your family, this is the weekend to do it!

EVENT DETAILS:

What: Seattle Humane Society's 8th Annual Catapalooza
Why: To celebrate cats and find them loving homes
Where: 13212 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA
When: Aug. 11-12, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Call (425) 641-0080 or visit seattlehumane.org.