Summit County Animal Control joins 'Betty White Challenge' with adoption discounts

Summit County Animal Control is joining the #BettyWhiteChallenge to honor the late actress and animal activist, who died Dec. 31 at age 99.

Summit County Animal Control is reducing adoption costs "in memory of Betty’s kindness and devotion to animals," the county said in a news release.

Following what would have been "The Golden Girls" star’s 100th birthday on Monday, Jan. 17, residents can adopt dogs for $28 and cats for $10 until Jan. 31.

"Through her philanthropy, Betty White became more than a television star. She was a champion for zoos, animal shelters and animal rights organizations that advocate for the protection of endangered species, and compassion for dogs and cats looking for new homes," the county said in a news release. "Over her long life, she paid a heartwarming visit to a giraffe at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and lovingly adopted over two dozen dogs."

The #BettyWhiteChallenge: Adopt pets, donate on Jan. 17, the day she would have turned 100

Those interested can call Summit County Animal Control at 330-643-2845 starting Tuesday, Jan. 18, to schedule adoption appointments. The animals are fully vetted, which includes bloodwork, flea treatments, intestinal deworming, spay or neutering and vaccinations.

A 2022 Summit County Dog license is also included in the price, reduced to $28 for dogs (regularly $94) and $10 for cats (regularly $60).

Animal Control is located at 250 Opportunity Parkway, Akron.

This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Summit County Animal Control joins 'Betty White Challenge' with adoption discounts