Finally finding a forever home means everything to a shelter dog. After weeks, months, or even years surrounded by the barking, cold concrete, and uncertainty that come with shelters, they can at last curl up in a space that feels safe, quiet, and truly their own. Helping more dogs experience this moment is what Adopt a Shelter Dog Month is all about.
This October, we want to do our part by supporting everyone who chooses adoption. The first 200 adopters will receive a FREE Pelsbarn Calming Bed (Only pay for shipping). Designed to give anxious or stressed pups (and a big move makes them a little of both) the softest, safest landing in their new forever home.
How to claim your free Pelsbarn calming bed
Here’s how it works:
STEP 1: Adopt a dog from a shelter during October.
STEP 2: Snap a photo of your adoption certificate.
STEP 3: Email it to fay@pelsbarn.com.
📩 We’ll send back a coupon for your free bed. You just cover shipping, we will take care of the rest.
Because when you choose adoption, you’ve already done the hard part. We’ll handle the comfort.
Why shelter dogs matter so much
Every year, millions of dogs find themselves in shelters through no fault of their own. Some were strays, some were surrendered, and some simply got lost in life’s chaos. Walk through any shelter and you’ll see it in their eyes: hope mixed with confusion, resilience mixed with longing.
Adopting doesn’t just give a dog a roof. It gives them:
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A second chance at life. (And frees up space for another dog to find refuge in the shelter)
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A family to belong to (Dogs, like humans, are very social animals and thrive on belonging and companionship.)
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A place to feel safe enough to finally rest (Shelters try to keep dogs safe, but the noise, unpredictability, and lack of personal space often make them feel stressful rather than secure.)
And it gives you something too: a loyal companion who seems to always know just how lucky they are.
Why we’re doing this
We’ve always been inspired by the way shelter dogs bounce back from the hardest starts. Rescue isn’t just something we talk about once a year. It’s baked into who we are as a company and as the individuals who keep it running. From the shelters we support with every order to the awareness campaigns we run across the world.
But this October, we wanted to not just raise awareness and donate ourselves (which we will still do, of course), but we also wanted to reward your action. If you open your home to a rescue pup this month, we’ll make sure they come home to the softest, most calming bed we’ve ever made. Because comfort is more than luxury for a shelter dog: it’s healing.
Not everyone can adopt, but everyone can help
Adoption is incredible, but it isn’t the only way to change a dog’s story. If your home isn’t ready yet, here’s how you can still make a difference this Shelter Dog Month:
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Foster for a few weeks. You’d be surprised how much it helps.
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Donate supplies. Shelters always need blankets, food, and toys.
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Volunteer. Even a couple of hours walking dogs is gold.
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Spread the word. Sharing adoptable dogs online gives them a better chance.
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Shop with purpose. Every Pelsbarn order supports shelters worldwide.
Small acts ripple out. Even if you don’t bring a dog home, you can bring hope and much needed support.
A Month of New Beginnings
This Shelter Dog Month, we want to celebrate the sighs of relief, the wagging tails, the quiet first nights. The messy moments too: because starting over isn’t always perfect, but it’s always worth it.
If you’re ready, adopt. If you can’t adopt, support. And if you do bring home a rescue pup this October, let us celebrate with you by sending them home with a bed that says: you’re safe now, you’re home. Because every dog deserves a soft place to land.
With love,
Elle from team Pelsbarn
FAQs
What is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month?
Shelter Dog Month is celebrated every October to highlight the importance of adoption and encourage support for rescue dogs.
How do I get a free Pelsbarn Calming Bed?
Be among the first 100 adopters this October. Email your adoption certificate to fay@pelsbarn.com and we’ll send you a coupon.
Why calming beds?
Our calming beds are designed to create a sense of safety and help your rescue adjust faster.
