Spring is a season of fresh starts!
Whether you’re ready to adopt or simply want to help a dog take a break from the kennels for the weekend, this event is for you. You do not need to live in Franklin County to participate.
Beginning Friday, April 10th, we’re inviting community members to take an adoptable shelter dog home for a Spring Sleepover Weekend.
This time outside of the kennels allows our dogs the opportunity to stretch their legs, enjoy new experiences, soak up all the extra love, and show us their true personalities outside the shelter.
🎒 How it works
Host a dog for a weekend (or longer!) We provide all supplies. You provide a comfy home, the snuggles, and lots of love.
📆 Shelter Dog Pickups begin: Friday, April 10th at 11am.
📆 Shelter Dog Returns begin: Sunday, April 12th at 9am.
📍Location: 4340 Tamarack Blvd, Columbus, OH 43229
🐾 Fall in love with your houseguest?
Congratulations! You can adopt your new best friends for $18 and most adoptions can be finalized by phone.
✅ What You Need to Know
Must be 18+ with a valid ID
Walk-in event – no appointments or holds
First-come, first-served – arrive early and bring a list of dogs you may be interested in to expedite the check in process.
→ Visit: dogs.franklincountyohio.gov for real-time updates of adoptable dogs!
→ Dogs listed as "In foster home" are not at the shelter and not eligible for this event. Email
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📣 Stay in the Loop & Get connected!
RSVP to this event on Facebook by selecting (Interested or GOING!) and watch for updates, behind-the-scenes fun, and featured pups.
👉 For their own safety and comfort, owned pets will not be permitted inside of the shelter.
If you need to bring your dog along for a meet and greet, please bring a friend or family member who can stay with your dog on leash while you are inside.
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