4th of July Pajama Party: A Sleepover Can Save a Life

Pick up: Friday, July 3 between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM - the earlier the better
Drop off: Afternoon of July 5 (or keep them longer — we won't mind!)
Location: Detroit Animal Care and Control

Why We Need You This Weekend

The 4th of July is one of the busiest — and toughest — times of year for Detroit Animal Care and Control. Fireworks frighten pet dogs across the community, and many bolt from yards or slip their leashes, getting lost in the chaos. As a result, shelters see a major surge in intake right around the holiday.

To prepare, we need to clear as many kennels as possible before the fireworks start. That's where our Pajama Party comes in: a short-term "slumber party" foster program that gets adoptable shelter dogs into real homes for the weekend, freeing up space for the lost pets who'll need it.

What Is a Slumber Party Foster?

It's a quick, low-commitment way to foster. You pick up a dog, give them a few days of comfort, quiet, and company, and bring them back (or decide to adopt — it happens!). In exchange, you'll give our team valuable insight into how that dog behaves in a home setting — info that helps us match them with the right adopter down the road.

What You'll Receive

• A leash, collar, and harness

• A goody bag of toys, treats, and food

• A dog who is spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped

• All the gratitude a dog can give for a soft place to crash

Important Note

Foster dogs must be kept separate from any resident pets in your home for the duration of their stay.

How to Help

Just take good care of an adoptable dog for the weekend. No need to register ahead of time. Preview all eligible, adoptable dogs on our Adopt page.