New Everyday Adoption Center Opens in Lexington

Lexington Humane Society and PetSmart Charities partner to help local pets find forever homes.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 5:05pm

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The Lexington Humane Society and PetSmart Charities have opened a new Everyday Adoption Center in Lexington, Kentucky. The grand opening event featured giveaways, free pet food, and gave dozens of adoptable pets the chance to meet potential families.

Why it matters

The new adoption center aims to increase pet adoptions in Lexington, which was recently ranked as one of the top dog-friendly cities in the country. By providing a dedicated space for adoptions, the Humane Society and PetSmart hope to connect more local pets with loving homes.

The details

The Everyday Adoption Center is located at the Pavilion Way PetSmart in Lexington. The grand opening event on March 29, 2026 included giveaways and free pet food for attendees. Dozens of adoptable pets from the Lexington Humane Society were able to interact with families looking to add a furry friend to their home.

  • The Everyday Adoption Center grand opening took place on March 29, 2026.
  • The opening coincided with National Adoption Week.

The players

Lexington Humane Society

A non-profit animal welfare organization that provides adoption services, veterinary care, and other resources for pets in the Lexington, Kentucky area.

PetSmart Charities

A non-profit organization that partners with PetSmart stores to host adoption events and provide funding and resources to animal welfare groups across North America.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to partner with PetSmart Charities to open this new Everyday Adoption Center and help even more pets in Lexington find their forever homes.”

— Shelley Latek, Executive Director, Lexington Humane Society

What’s next

The Everyday Adoption Center will be open seven days a week, providing an ongoing opportunity for local families to meet and adopt pets from the Lexington Humane Society.

The takeaway

The new Everyday Adoption Center is a collaborative effort between the Lexington Humane Society and PetSmart Charities to increase pet adoptions in the community, building on Lexington's recent recognition as a top dog-friendly city.