Solicitors hired by the American SPCA (ASPCA) located in New York are knocking on doors in the region asking for donations to help save the lives of shelter pets. Some of these solicitors have been accompanied by dogs wearing jackets that say “adopt me.”

The Seattle Humane Society is not affiliated with the ASPCA in any way. The ASPCA is a large organization located in New York City. The ASPCA does not provide any financial support to local agencies nor do they provide shelter or adoption services in the area.

Bellevue-based Seattle Humane Society and other local agencies save the lives of thousands of companion animals in the Eastside community every year. The organization urges residents to donate locally and support groups with a local physical address and not just a post office box.

Donations to Seattle Humane Society or by calling 206-373-5382.