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Adopt a friend

  • Oct 18, 2012
  • Oct 18, 2012 Updated Jun 25, 2015

Could you give a loving and safe home to one of these animals in need?

PACC PETS

PACC PETS

Freckles galore! This sweet young guy is ready to be your jogging buddy.

If you're in the market for a new pet, the Pima Animal Care Center has no shortage of friendly, furry animals.

The county-run shelter is open seven days a week - noon-7 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

It's at 4000 N. Silverbell Road. For more information, including adoption costs and how to volunteer at the shelter, go to www.pimaanimalcare.org or call 243-5900.

Be sure to ask about the reduced adoption prices on certain pets.

All the pets featured here have been spayed/neutered and have had their shots.

About this feature

These photos and descriptions of animals up for adoption at the Pima Animal Care Center are submitted by PACC Pets, a volunteer group.

Find more about PACC Pets on Facebook: www.facebook.com/the.pacc.pets

PACC PETS

PACC PETS

This 2-year-old chocolate Chihuahua is a sweetie who has some allergies.

If you're in the market for a new pet, the Pima Animal Care Center has no shortage of friendly, furry animals.

The county-run shelter is open seven days a week - noon-7 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

It's at 4000 N. Silverbell Road. For more information, including adoption costs and how to volunteer at the shelter, go to www.pimaanimalcare.org or call 243-5900.

Be sure to ask about the reduced adoption prices on certain pets.

All the pets featured here have been spayed/neutered and have had their shots.

About this feature

These photos and descriptions of animals up for adoption at the Pima Animal Care Center are submitted by PACC Pets, a volunteer group.

Find more about PACC Pets on Facebook: www.facebook.com/the.pacc.pets

PACC PETS

PACC PETS

This 8-year-old Queensland Heeler mix is a great girl who's young at heart.

 

If you're in the market for a new pet, the Pima Animal Care Center has no shortage of friendly, furry animals.

The county-run shelter is open seven days a week - noon-7 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

It's at 4000 N. Silverbell Road. For more information, including adoption costs and how to volunteer at the shelter, go to www.pimaanimalcare.org or call 243-5900.

Be sure to ask about the reduced adoption prices on certain pets.

All the pets featured here have been spayed/neutered and have had their shots.

About this feature

These photos and descriptions of animals up for adoption at the Pima Animal Care Center are submitted by PACC Pets, a volunteer group.

Find more about PACC Pets on Facebook: www.facebook.com/the.pacc.pets

PACC PETS

PACC PETS

Felicia is a gorgeous young girl with a super personality.

 

If you're in the market for a new pet, the Pima Animal Care Center has no shortage of friendly, furry animals.

The county-run shelter is open seven days a week - noon-7 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

It's at 4000 N. Silverbell Road. For more information, including adoption costs and how to volunteer at the shelter, go to www.pimaanimalcare.org or call 243-5900.

Be sure to ask about the reduced adoption prices on certain pets.

All the pets featured here have been spayed/neutered and have had their shots.

About this feature

These photos and descriptions of animals up for adoption at the Pima Animal Care Center are submitted by PACC Pets, a volunteer group.

Find more about PACC Pets on Facebook: www.facebook.com/the.pacc.pets

PACC PETS

PACC PETS

This sweet girl is just 10 months old.

If you're in the market for a new pet, the Pima Animal Care Center has no shortage of friendly, furry animals.

The county-run shelter is open seven days a week - noon-7 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

It's at 4000 N. Silverbell Road. For more information, including adoption costs and how to volunteer at the shelter, go to www.pimaanimalcare.org or call 243-5900.

Be sure to ask about the reduced adoption prices on certain pets.

All the pets featured here have been spayed/neutered and have had their shots.

About this feature

These photos and descriptions of animals up for adoption at the Pima Animal Care Center are submitted by PACC Pets, a volunteer group.

Find more about PACC Pets on Facebook: www.facebook.com/the.pacc.pets

PACC PETS

PACC PETS

This Rottweiler/Labrador mix, 2, walks great on a leash and is very affectionate.

 

If you're in the market for a new pet, the Pima Animal Care Center has no shortage of friendly, furry animals.

The county-run shelter is open seven days a week - noon-7 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

It's at 4000 N. Silverbell Road. For more information, including adoption costs and how to volunteer at the shelter, go to www.pimaanimalcare.org or call 243-5900.

Be sure to ask about the reduced adoption prices on certain pets.

All the pets featured here have been spayed/neutered and have had their shots.

About this feature

These photos and descriptions of animals up for adoption at the Pima Animal Care Center are submitted by PACC Pets, a volunteer group.

Find more about PACC Pets on Facebook: www.facebook.com/the.pacc.pets

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Domino - rat terrier Age: 5 years. Qualities: Domino is 11 pounds of sweetness topped off with delightfully large ears. He has a charming high-stepping gait that the veterinarian says is his neurological make-up and not a problem. Fee: $85. Contact: The Animal League of Green Valley at 625-3170 or www.talgv.org Meet: TALGV, 1600 W. Duval Mine Road, Green Valley, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. daily.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

RUSTY- GOLDEN RETRIEVER Age: 7 years. Qualities: Sweet, mellow and friendly, Rusty is OK with other dogs, but doesn't want to play with them. Needs: A loving forever home with no children. Fee: $250. Contact: Southern Arizona Golden Retriever Rescue, sagrr.org/available-dogs, or call 792-4653. Meet: By appointment.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Belle - Siamese mix Age: 5 1/2 years. Qualities: Belle greets you at the door, lies on her back for a tummy scratch, climbs into your lap and purrs up a storm. She likes to play with ice cubes in the sink. She is declawed. Fee: $65. Contact: The Animal League of Green Valley.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Barkley - Beagle Age: 9 years. Qualities: Barkley is one great dog. This easy-going guy gets along well with dogs and cats, kids and just about everyone. Fee: $100. Contact: Southern Arizona Beagle Rescue.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Gypsy - Greyhound Age: 2 years. Qualities: Gypsy is easy-going and affectionate with a happy disposition. She is in foster and ready to move on to a forever home. Fee: $250. Contact: Southern Arizona Greyhound Adoption, 955-7421. Or, fill out an adoption application at www.sagreyhoundadoption.org

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Punkin - Tabby Age: Kitten. Qualities: She loves playing with toy mice and wrestling with her three siblings. Most of all, she loves laps and being cuddled. Needs: An indoor-only home. Fee: $65. Contact: Paws Patrol in Green Valley at 207-4024 or www.greenvalleypawspatrol.org Meet: By appointment.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Chelsea - Lab mix ID No.: 384102. Age: 2 years. Qualities: Chelsea has been at the shelter since June and rapidly became a dog walker favorite with her happy disposition.She has been spayed, so she can go home right away with her new family. Fee: $25 Contact: Pima Animal Care Center, 243-5900. Meet: PACC, 4000 N. Silverbell Road, Noon-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Skyler - Beagle Age: 3 years. Qualities: He knows some basic commands and is highly food motivated, which makes him easy to train. Like most beagles, Skyler follows his nose, so he will need a fenced yard to keep him home. Fee: $175. Contact: Southern Arizona Beagle Rescue, 247-7720 or www.soazbeaglerescue.com Meet: By appointment.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

DANA - TORBIE Age: 6 months. Qualities: An affectionate love of a kitten, Dana is shy but warms up quickly. She would blossom in her own home. Needs: Indoor-only home Fee: $75 Contact: Feline Ink at 888-8856; felineink2012@yahoo.com

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

King Leon - shorthair Tabby Age: 12 years. Qualities: This sweet cuddly boy loves belly rubs and catnip. Needs: Insulin. Fee: $65, although it could be waived through "Diabetics for Diabetics" program. Contact: The Hermitage Cat Shelter, 5278 E. 21st St., 571-7839 or www.hermitagecats.org

Submitted Photo

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Margie - Torbie Age: 2 years. Qualities: This declawed girl is sweet, friendly, calm and a great sleeping buddy. Needs: Would prefer to be an only pet, but can get along with other mellow cats. Fee: $74. Contact: PAWsitively Cats. Meet: Petco, 9640 E. 22nd St., 11 a.m. -3 p.m. Saturday.

Submitted Photo

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Thunder - Greyhound Age: 2 years. Qualities: Thunder is an inquisitive hound - always on the lookout for new smells and curious about his surroundings. He still has some puppy energy and would love daily walks. Needs: No cats or small dogs. Fee: $235. Contact: Arizona Greyhound Rescue, 886-7411, www.azgreyhoundrescue.org for an online adoption application. Meet: By appointment.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

VIOLET - TUXEDO Age: 1 year. Qualities: Violet is a sweet cat with a striking coat. As smart as she is beautiful, Violet has figured out how to open doors. Needs: Indoor-only home Fee: $75. Contact: Feline Ink.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

ROCKO - CHIHUAHUA MIX Age: 1 year. Qualities: Adorable and loving, Rocko loves to cuddle and go for walks. Needs: Shy, he warms up to everyone as soon as they show him affection. Fee: $175. Contact: SAFE.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Skippy - Shar Pei mix ID No.: 735973. Age: 10 months. Qualities: Skippy is an outgoing little guy who is brimming with affection and best friend potential. He's come a long way, from San Xavier stray to happy heartthrob. Needs: An active family willing to offer him training, companionship and adventure. Fee: Waived. Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona, 327-6088, Ext. 106 or visit www.hssaz.org Meet: 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd. (just off Fort Lowell Road between North Dodge Boulevard and North Country Club Road) 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Zinnia - Tabby Age: 2 years. Qualities: This adorable, quirky declawed little girl adores attention and loves to converse with her people. Fee: $74. Contact: PAWsitively Cats at 289-2747 or www.pawsitivelycats.org Meet: By appointment.

Submitted Photo

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

ABBY - CHINESE CRESTED Age: 6 years. Qualities: Abby is our sweet little diva. She is a lover of all small dogs and wants to be your princess. Needs: A home without big dogs as they can scare her. She also needs clothing due to her lack of fur. Fee: $300. Contact: Call SAFE (Saving Animals From Euthanasia) at 349-8637, www.safeanimals.com Meet: PetSmart, Irvington and Interstate 19, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. SAFE also has adoptions at PetSmart, Broadway and Pantano, noon to 3 p.m. Saturday.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Orbit - Greyhound Age: 4 years. Qualities: Is OK with cats and small dogs. Needs: Orbit was recently diagnosed with diabetes insipidus. This special hound is looking for a caring, special family. With medication, Orbit will live a normal, healthy life. Fee: $160. Contact: Arizona Greyhound Rescue.

Adopt a friend

Adopt a friend

Harry - ShortHair ID No.: 736124. Age: 11 months. Qualities: Harry is an extremely playful and curious cat who enjoys the company of other animals and people. Fee: Waived. Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona.

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