Local PetSmarts to host Valentine's weekend adoption event

PetSmart wants to be your Valentine this year — or at least help you find one. On Saturday, Feb. 14 and Sunday, Feb. 15, PetSmarts around the country will be hosting the PetSmart Charities Be My Valentine Adoption Weekend, featuring more than 3,000 animal welfare organizations. The Animal Care and Control Team of Philadelphia (ACCT Philly) is partnering with PetSmart for the local events.

During the adoption weekend, PetSmart wants to help customers find the unconditional love pets give through the gift of adoption. Cat or dog, purebred or mixed breed, Philadelphia-area PetSmarts will have what you're looking for.

A representative for the company said that while all area PetSmart stores will be participating the Valentine's Day adoption event, the Plymouth Meeting location (2100 Chemical Road) "has a larger adoption center and would likely have more pets up for adoption."

Here's an exclusive look at a few of the swoon-worthy local pets up for adoption. Prepare to fall in love.

Mitsy is a beautiful, delicate girl whose sunny personality is sure to brighten your day. She has a way of making you feel special just by giving you a little attention. Mitsy deserves every luxury in life and she can't wait to be spoiled.

Yes, that little whirlwind of fur whipping by is, in fact, a dog! Meet three-year-old Totoro, whose energy and spunk are out measured only by his capacity for love. This excitable little dude loves to give kisses and has one with your name on it.

Bushrod is one special cat: You'd never know, but he was found with a broken pelvis. Now fully healed, 11-month-old Bushrod loves to run and play just like any other kitty. If his soft fur and motor-like purr don't win you over, his adorable tiger stripes will.

Get ready to be swept off your feet by Gracie's larger than life personality and paws. Gracie is a one-year-old gentle giant who enjoys a good snuggle with her human friends after romping around the playroom. Looking for a 70 pound lap dog? Gracie's your girl.

Charlie is a huge fan of toys ... de-stuffing toys, to be exact. He's an easygoing, two-year-old pooch who just wants a cozy bed, a mountain of toys and a butt scratch or two or three. This sweet, sensitive boy can't wait to meet his perfect match.

Fennel is a one-year-old sweet pea who lives for face rubs and chin scratches. He is a laidback, go-with-the-flow kind of cat who dreams of having a bright, sunny windowsill to lounge on all day. Fennel is a fantastic, loving companion and will fit well into just about any home.