Another successful adoption event for local SPCA

The Swift Current SPCA hosted its second annual Adoptathon event in partnership with Dufresne Furniture and Appliances over the weekend.

Around 10 vendors were set up in the Dufresne parking lot complete with a bouncy castle, steaming slices from Pizza Stop, local crafters and a big raffle giveaway. 

Fundraising manager for the animal shelter, Ashley Muhle, said while the southwest was bustling with several big events, community members still managed to stop by and show support throughout the morning.

"It was a little slower than what we were hoping, but it was a very busy weekend," she said. "We had a great time, and the people who came out were amazing. We thank all our vendors for coming out, and Samsung and Dufresne for donating the washer and dryer set."

Sparkle tattoos have been a huge hit at SPCA events as of late, with several kids coming back for seconds.

Raffle tickets were sold on site throughout the day with the draw being made at 3 p.m., just as the event wrapped up.

Adoptable and adorable Ben and Jerry, sibling kittens, were wrestling each other and soaking up the love from attendees throughout the day. While neither of them received adoption applications, they will make the sweetest additions to any loving family.

Jerry in the spotlight, Ben in the background.

Six-month-old Mercury captured the hearts of everyone who met her on Saturday -- happily snuggling into every stranger who made her acquaintance. The husky-mix 

"We haven't got any applications in for her yet, but she did have a lot of interest," said Muhle. "We are anticipating some coming in for her, so hopefully we can find her a good home."

Husky-mix puppy, Mercury, made fast friends with everyone she met, including all the local vendors. 

Today is the final day of the Swift Current SPCA's 50 per cent off promotion for all canine adoption fees. To fill out an application to adopt, foster, volunteer or become a member with the shelter, head to their website or visit them in person.