Las Vegas rescue Pawsitive Difference is hosting daily adoption sessions at two valley PetSmart stores through Sunday, July 26, as part of PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week.

The “Unleash the Love!” event connects potential adopters with dogs and kittens in need of homes at PetSmart locations in Henderson and Las Vegas.

Remaining sessions run today, Thursday, July 23, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Henderson PetSmart at 531 North Stephanie Street.

On Friday, July 24, the event moves to the PetSmart at 9775 West Charleston Boulevard in Las Vegas from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m.

The weekend brings sessions at both stores.

Saturday, July 25, features a morning session in Henderson from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and an afternoon session on West Charleston from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., and the event wraps up Sunday, July 26, on West Charleston from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Visitors can meet adoptable pets, talk with the Pawsitive Difference team about the adoption process, and learn about fostering and volunteering. No RSVP is required, and attendance is free.

Pawsitive Difference is known locally for its adoption bundle, which Dog Friendly Las Vegas has previously covered.

The bundle pairs each adoption with group obedience training, a registered microchip, age-appropriate vaccines, spay or neuter surgery, and a PetSmart welcome kit.

The local sessions are part of a nationwide push.

PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week runs July 20 through 26 at participating PetSmart stores across the country, timed to the peak of summer “kitten season” when shelters often reach capacity, reports PetSmart Charities.

Through its in-store adoption program, PetSmart Charities says it has helped more than 11 million pets connect with families since 1994.

Each adoption during the week frees up space and resources for shelters and rescues to take in the next animal in need.

The timing matters locally as well. Southern Nevada shelters have faced heavy intake this summer, and The Animal Foundation took in 93 animals in the days after July 4 fireworks alone, adding pressure to an already crowded system.

Anyone considering adoption can stop by either PetSmart location during the scheduled sessions. Those not ready to adopt can still support the rescue by asking about foster, volunteer, and donation opportunities.