National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day | Can you give Grandpa Charlie a forever home? National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day on April 30 raises awareness for thousands of pets that are waiting for adoption from shelters. Author: Carla Bayron (WTOL) Updated: 8:45 PM EDT April 30, 2021 TOLEDO, Ohio — Today is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day and Lucas County Canine Care & Control in Toledo has many adoptable dogs looking for a good home. Grandpa Charlie is a 10-year-old mixed breed who was roaming the streets of Toledo looking for snacks, but he's now looking for his forever family. He's a sweet old guy and loves to mosey around. He's great with children and cats and knows how to sit and give paw. He's still working on how to lay.