More than 100 animals found a new home in the week leading up to Christmas, a record-setting adoption season for the Peninsula Humane Society which still has just over 200 furry friends looking to join a family.

During the seven days leading to Christmas, 115 of the animals available for adoption were adopted from the Peninsula Humane Society. Homes were found for 106 and 104 animals in 2007 and 2008 respectively. This year, the shelter passed the 110 adoption mark for the first time in the week-long period.

“This absolutely made our holiday season,” said PHS/SPCA President Ken White. “We thank the many people who opened their homes and hearts to a shelter pet, making a special time of the year even more special.”

Adopting during the holiday, when many people have time off from their daily responsibilities, gives both families and new pets a chance to get to know one another.

“Nothing against Tahoe rentals, skiing or other getaways, but we love the idea of stay-cations,” said PHS/SPCA spokesman Scott Delucchi. “Quiet time at home with a new dog, cat or other pet sounds good to us, obviously.”

Although the adoption numbers are amazing, the shelter does still have over 200 animals looking for homes. Of those awaiting a home, there are about 60 dogs, around 115 cats, a dozen rabbits and a smaller number of exotic birds, turtles, iguanas, rats, hamsters and guinea pigs.

Adoptions can take place 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. today, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. New Year’s Eve, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. this weekend. The shelter is closed New Year’s Day. Those hoping to adopt an animal are asked to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to closing. Some of the pets available for adoption can be viewed at www.PHS-SPCA.org.