MSPCA Valentines adoption event

Springfield, Mass. (WWLP) - The MSPCA has always helped man's best friend find a home. But now the MSPCA itself is in desperate need of help. This year will be the last Valentines Day adoption event at Springfield MSPCA.

Three MSPCA shelters in the Bay State are closing their doors due to debt. The building on Union street officially closes on March 31st. Lines of people anxiously awaited on Valentines Day to adopt an animal. And its not just dogs.

There's plenty of cats, bunnies, and an assortment of other animals that will need to be placed. Those animals who don't find homes before March 31st will be brought to the O'Connor Center run by the city of Springfield.

The MSPCA rescues nearly 7,000 animals a year. Staff members told 22 News they are exploring other options apart from the MSPCA and are still hopeful.

For more information, visit www.mspca.org .