Lansing Shelter Offers Ghost-Themed Pet Adoptions
The Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter is celebrating Halloween with a special adoption promotion for local pets.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Cats
The Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter in Lansing is marking the Halloween season by declaring its facility haunted and offering special adoption opportunities. Staff are playfully promoting ghost-themed adoptions to encourage residents to find new companions.
Why it matters
The campaign aims to boost adoption rates for dogs and cats by leveraging the festive spirit of Halloween. By creating a unique, seasonal theme, the shelter hopes to engage the community and help more animals find permanent homes.
The shelter is currently charging a $31 adoption fee for dogs and cats. This promotion is available at the Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter facility.
The players
Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter
This is a local government agency in Lansing responsible for animal sheltering, public safety, and pet adoption services.
The details
The shelter is framing the Halloween event around the whimsical idea that the building is haunted by ghosts. Residents in the Lansing area are invited to contact the shelter at 517-676-8370 to learn more about current adoption availability.
Timeline
October 21, 2026: The shelter officially announced its haunted status and adoption promotion.
October 31, 2026: The $31 adoption fee promotion concludes.
Culture Shift
The shelter's Halloween promotion follows a pattern set by national initiatives that utilize themed, limited-time events to drive seasonal increases in pet adoption volume. This approach reflects a broader trend of shelters adopting creative marketing tactics to improve animal intake and placement cycles.
Lansing residents looking to adopt a pet can take advantage of the reduced $31 fee throughout the remainder of October. Potential adopters should contact the facility directly to verify specific animal availability and shelter hours.
The takeaway
Thematic shelter events often serve as an effective way to lower barriers to adoption and increase public awareness for animals in need. Residents interested in adding a pet to their family are encouraged to visit the shelter before the promotion ends on October 31.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to help find homes for pets in our Cats section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WLNS 6 Lansing.
