PAWS holding Spring Adopt-A-Thon this weekend

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Each spring, pet shelters around the area brace for litter season.

As temperatures rise, it ushers in a dramatic increase in the number of homeless pets.

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The surge puts a strain on shelters and community resources.

The city's largest no kill organization is hoping you come through.

PAWS Chicago is hosting its annual Spring Adopt-A-Thon on Saturday and Sunday.

The goal is to match 100 pets with loving homes. Amanda Ford, a volunteer with PAWS Chicago, joined ABC7 to discuss on Saturday morning. Click here for more.