October is Adopt-a-Dog month, woof!

The Humane Society of Utah will be offering incredible deals on dog adoptions at its shelter all during the month of October, says HSU's Gene Baierschmidt.

"October is National Adopt-a-Dog month, so, of course, we want to do something very special for the canines," he said.

To encourage the adoption of more of these great pets, all adult dogs that are not classified as VIP's (pedigreed, papered, etc.) can be adopted for only $40 each instead of the regular $75 fee. "This is a fabulous price under any circumstances, but when you consider that the animal is already spayed or neutered, has been de-wormed, has had his or her first immunizations and comes with a free leash, it's an unbelievable bargain," he says.

"And that doesn't even take into account the fact that you can't put any possible price on the absolutely unconditional love that a dog gives."

The shelter, located at 4242 S. 300 West, is open for adoptions from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and from noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays.

For more information, call 261-2919.