Photos: Adopt a friend
Find your BFF at one of Tucson's shelters and rescue groups.
Adopt a Friend
Name: June
Breed: Dachshund/Shepherd Mix
Age: 3 months
Qualities: June is very friendly with people and dogs. She has siblings looking for a home too.
Fee: $175
Contact: 520-349-8637, www.safeanimals.com
Meet: Petco Broadway and Craycroft between 11AM to 2PM every Saturday
Adopt a Friend
Name: Winkie
Breed: Lab/heeler mix
Age: 3 months
Qualities: Winkie's foster mom says she's a smart girl who's quickly learning house and leash manners. This little one-eyed sweetie adores attention, being cuddled, and sleeping and playing with the kids and other dogs.
Fee: $85
Contact: The Animal League of Green Valley at (520) 625-3170 or www.talgv.org
Meet: TALGV, 1600 W Duval Mine Rd, Green Valley, 10 AM-2 PM, 7 days a week.
Adopt a Friend
Name: Sprocket
Breed: DLH
Age: 3 years
Qualities: Very sweet, affectionate boy; loves being up high, and getting cuddles. Also, very curious, wants to be with you! Likes kids and people, very much.
Needs: Because he has FIV, he needs to be an only kitty to protect his fragile immune system. Doesn’t much like other kitties, and is afraid of dogs.
Fee: $65
Contact: The Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter; 520.571.7839
Meet: 5278 E. 21st Street; Tues., Wed., Sat.: 10a-5p; Thurs.-Fri.: 10a-6p
Adopt a Friend
Name: Cicero
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
ID No.: 789788
Age: 1 year
Qualities: Cicero is an affectionate gentleman who enjoys relaxing with his pals.
Needs: A committed caregiver and a FeLV-friendly household.
Fee: $50
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona, 327-6088, Ext., 173 or visit hssaz.org
Meet: At 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd. (just off Fort Lowell Road between North Dodge Boulevard and North Country Club Road) 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays.
Adopt a Friend
Name: Huey
Breed: Pit Bull Terrier
Age: 3.5 years old
Qualities: Huey deserves the best home possible after being saved during a large scale rescue effort led by the amazing Animal Rescue Corps. He is now enjoying everything his new life has to offer with puppy-like enthusiasm. He is comical, lives for toys and is having fun in all the ways he's discovered since his rescue. Huey is attentive and affectionate, having learned basic obedience and showing great dog social skills potential. Huey is crate-trained, house-trained, neutered, micro-chipped, licensed and up-to-date on vaccines. Huey also comes with LIFE-LONG training and support through Sol.Dog. Huey also has his very own Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Huey-ready-for-forever/299912663507288!
Needs: Huey would prefer a home without cats.
Contact: Foster Mom Rachel at Sol.Dog Adoptions — email address: adopt@soldogtucson.com
Meet: Please email Rachel to arrange a meeting at your convenience!
Adopt a Friend
Name: Periwinkle
Breed: Grey Tabby SH
Age: About 1 year
Qualities: My foster mom says I'm delicate, like a little flower. Right now I'm finding petting to be quite enjoyable. I do like other kitties so if you have a kitty who would like a friend, please consider me. I'm sure it won't take long before I'll be such an important part of your family, you'll wonder how you ever got along without me. I really want a family I can call my own.
Adoption Fee: $40
Contact Info: Paws Patrol, Green Valley, AZ, (520)207-4024 www.greenvalleypawspatrol.org
Meet: By appointment, give us a call.
Adopt a Friend
Name: Charles
ID No.: A493329
Breed: Domestic Short Hair Mix
Age: 9 years old
Qualities: Charming Charles is a handsome, mellow-fellow who loves to hang out with the ladies. If you have other cats in your home and are looking for the next addition to complete your family, Charles is the guy for you! He has loads of hugs and cuddles to trade with you!
Needs: Charles is easy to please and won’t ask for much, just a warm lap to cuddle on.
Fee: Because Charles has been waiting with us for more than two weeks, he has NO adoption fee!
Contact: Pima Animal Care Center (PACC). 520-243-5900
Meet: 4000 N. Silverbell
Adopt a Friend
Name: Nala
Breed: Pit Bull mix
ID No.: 786928
Age: 3 years
Qualities: Although little Nala is just 35 pounds, she packs a lot of personality. Nala adores other pets and humans. She’ll melt in your arms!
Needs: The chance to feel safe and loved unconditionally.
Fee: $50
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona, 327-6088, Ext., 173 or visit hssaz.org
Meet: By appointment with foster family. Call (520) 327-6088, ext. 148.
Adopt a Friend
Name: Arabella
Breed: Pit Bull Mix
Age: 3 Years Old
Qualities: Arabella loves all humans, adults and kids alike. We have never seen a more toy-motivated dog! She would be great for someone who loves to throw a ball or Frisbee. She does some amazing leaps for her Kong toy and does the cutest little dance when being scratched just above her tail. She has attended extensive training classes and has earned her Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certificate. Arabella is spayed, has all her vaccines, is micro-chipped, licensed, crate-trained and doggie-door trained. She has never had an accident in the house.
Needs: Arabella would do best as an only dog in a very active family.
Fee: $125
Contact: Please email Foster Mom Brooke at scoobyvet69@yahoo.com, courtesy of BRDG, Inc.
Meet: Contact Brooke to arrange a meeting at your convenience!
Adopt a Friend
Name: Snoopy
Breed: Golden Retriever
Age: Approximately 2 years
Qualities: Snoopy has a golden disposition. She loves children and gets along with cats and other dogs. She is housebroken and has good manners.
Needs: This girl suffers from dysplasia and had corrective surgery. She is a special needs dog who needs a special home with people who will take the time and effort to care fro her. The reward will be a loving, loyal family member.
Fee: $300
Contact: Southern Arizona Golden Retriever Rescue, sagrr.org/available-dogs, or call 792-4653.
Meet: By appointment.
Adopt a Friend
Name: Rufus
Breed: Pit Bull Mix
Age: 2 years old
Qualities: Rufus was rescued from Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) just hours before his deadline was up. His rescuers have addressed his needs, and he is now ready to move on to his forever home. He is 45 lbs. of awesomeness and goofy fun. He has learned basic obedience in just a few short weeks and would love to show off his stuff to you. Rufus is good with other dogs, adults and older kids. No cats, please. Rufus is good in the car, eager to please, and loves toys, toys, toys! He is neutered, crate-trained, house-trained, micro-chipped, licensed and up-to-date on all vaccines.
Needs: Rufus was relinquished to PACC from a previous adopter - once back at PACC, he exhibited fear of hands, men, brooms, hoses, etc. We are not sure exactly what transpired, but we have helped him overcome all of these issues with flying colors - now, we want him to only go to the BEST home.
Fee: $125
Contact: Fern at Big Heads Bigger Hearts Rescue - email address: Bigheadsbiggerhearts@gmail.com or call 520-406-1647.
Meet: Please contact Fern to arrange a meeting at your convenience!
Adopt a Friend
Name: Nora
Age: 7 Years
Breed: Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Qualities: She is a sweet girl who is laid back indoors or active with you outdoors. Great family hound.
Fee: $125.00
Contact: Southern Arizona Beagle Rescue, 520-247-7220, or www.soazbeaglerescue.com
Meet: By appointment.
Adopt a Friend
Name: Gladys
ID No.: A494034
Breed: Chow Chow mix
Age: 6 years old
Qualities: Gladys’s calm and gentle demeanor make her a perfect companion for a quiet household. She loves to relax; in fact, it’s her favorite pastime, right next to a good scratch behind the ears.
Needs: Because Gladys is a little heavier than she should be, she needs to eat a low calorie diet. In addition to the Low-cal diet, she can only tolerate very short walks. (she would prefer no walk at all, but it’s good for her).
Fee: Because Gladys has been at the shelter for more than two weeks, there is only a $15.00 license fee needed to take her home.
Contact: Pima Animal Care Center (PACC). 520-243-5900
Meet: 4000 N. Silverbell
Adopt a Friend
Name: Mr. James Bond
Breed: White with tabby splotches
Age: 3 1/2 years
Qualities: Mr. James Bond is reported as playful, friendly, lovable with everyone, and liking to sleep everywhere - Hmmm. This charmer is declawed and has an enchanting black smudge on his nose.
Fee: $45
Contact: The Animal League of Green Valley at (520) 625-3170 or www.talgv.org
Meet: TALGV, 1600 W Duval Mine Rd, Green Valley, 10 AM-2 PM, 7 days a week.
Adopt a Friend
Name: Jazzy
Breed: Labrador Retriever & Shepherd Mix
Age: 6 months old
Qualities: Ready to put some music in your life? Meet our little Jazzy - a pup who will make you want to dance! Our Jazzy is about six months old and growing up to be such a nice girl! She is sweet with others, loves children, is good in the house and is spayed, with all shots and a microchip 'cause she's such a good little girl. Jazzy is a pup who will have you dancing on air!
To meet our girl, please call Save the Pets AZ at (520) 477-2PET or if you email you MUST INCLUDE A PHONE NUMBER! Meet our Jazzy and start a dance that will last for a lifetime!
Fee: $125
Contact: Please call SavethepetsAZ at 520-477-2PET or visit our web site www.savethepetsaz.com
Meet: Please call to arrange a meeting at your convenience!
Adopt a Friend
Name: Maddie
Breed: Mini Aussie mix
Age: 7 months
Qualities: This little gal is deaf, learning hand signals and how to walk on a leash. She enjoys kids and dogs, likes cats but plays rough with them. Crate-trained. She's a climber and can escape pens and fenced areas.
Need: Deaf but vision is fine.
Fee: $225
Meet: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday (SEPT 21) at Pet Club, 7101 E. Broadway.
Contact: travis@amazingaussies.com
Adopt a Friend
Name: Leslie
ID No.: 494310
Gender: Female
Age: 2 years
Color: Brown Tabby
Qualities: Very affectionate and snuggly, loves scratches and rubs, a great companion.
Contact: Pima Animal Care Center, 4000 N Silverbell Rd.
Shelter Hours: M-F: noon to 7 p.m. Weekends: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed the last Sunday of every month.
Adopt a Friend
Name: Polly
Breed: Boxer Mix
Age: 2 years
Qualities: Such a happy go lucky girl and full of love and life! Wants her forever home to call her own. Come and meet Polly daily.
Fee: Adoption Specials $125, Foster to Adopt Program, Senior for Senior program, and Fostering.
Contact: Pima Paws For Life. 520-867-1193. info@pimapawsforlife.org
Meet: 7am-11am and 2pm-5 pm daily at 2509-2 W Zinnia Avenue, 85705.
Deputy Alejandro Alcantara first met the injured dog on a call last month.