[dropcap]W[/dropcap]ayward animals across the nation found assistance in finding a forever home during the Aug. 19 “Clear the Shelters” event sponsored by NBC.

NBC and Telemundo-owned stations teamed up to host the event which took place with more than 900 shelters across the United States in a dual effort to find lasting homes for animals while also raising awareness of animal abuse.

Over 70,000 animals have been adopted nationwide as a result of the event, a significant increase from...