Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA Reports High Adoption Rates in October
The Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA celebrated a high number of animal adoptions in October, with 156 animals finding homes, including 136 cats and 18 dogs. The organization highlighted a partnership with the Subaru Loves Pets Program as a contributing factor to…
Albany Schenectady Troy, NY, November 11, 2026 — The Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA announced a significant increase in animal adoptions during the month of October. The organization reported that a total of 156 animals were successfully rehomed during this period.
Breaking down the adoption numbers, the society stated that 136 cats found new families, while 18 dogs were adopted. This marks a notable success for the shelter in its mission to find permanent homes for animals in its care.
The Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA attributed a portion of this success to a collaborative effort with the Subaru Loves Pets Program. While the specific details of the program’s contribution were not provided, its inclusion was highlighted as a key factor in achieving the high adoption figures for October.
The organization did not provide further details regarding the specific types of animals adopted beyond the cat and dog classifications, nor did it specify the number of animals that entered the shelter during October. Information on the duration of the partnership with the Subaru Loves Pets Program was also not made available.
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