Pets for adoption locally
These pets need a forever home, go meet one today.
Mister
Mister
ID No.: A765039
Age: 5 years
Story: We don't know much about Mister's past, but he's been quite the gentleman since his arrival at PACC. Mister is great in the car and will only become a back seat driver if you don't stop at a drive-thru for a tasty treat. He's undemanding and an affectionate companion. He is a gentle boy with excellent manners in addition to good looks and talent. He knows all the basics, appears housebroken, and likes tennis balls and treats.
Fee: $0 adoption fee
Contact: Pima Animal Care Center, 4000 N. Silverbell Road, 520-724-5900
Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. To see a list of available pets and services, head to pima.gov/animalcare
Sign up to foster: Stop by the shelter in person. For details before you arrive, visit pima.gov/foster
Mama
Mama
ID No.: A778241
Age: 13 years
Story: Mama is looking for a one-way ticket out of PACC. This sweet senior gal is excited to find her retirement home where she can stretch out on a window sill and supervise the birds and lizards. She spends most of the day catching up on her beauty sleep and it shows.
Fee: $0 adoption fee
Contact: Pima Animal Care Center, 4000 N. Silverbell Road, 520-724-5900
Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. To see a list of available pets and services, head to pima.gov/animalcare
Sign up to foster: Stop by the shelter in person. For details before you arrive, visit pima.gov/foster
Suzuki
Suzuki
ID No.: A775970
Age: 2 years
Story: Are you looking for something with speed, style, and excellent gas mileage? How about a Suzuki? This sleek black and white roadster is just two years old and purrs like a kitten (ok, maybe not like a kitten). This sporty model comes with a ton of get-up-and-go and will keep you active and on the move. Features include soft fur, perky ears, and a million-dollar smile. Suzuki also walks great on a leash and has a gentle demeanor to go along with her friendly and easy-going personality.
Fee: $0 adoption fee
Contact: Pima Animal Care Center, 4000 N. Silverbell Road, 520-724-5900
Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. To see a list of available pets and services, head to pima.gov/animalcare
Sign up to foster: Stop by the shelter in person. For details before you arrive, visit pima.gov/foster
Queen Elinor
Queen Elinor
ID No.: 916411
Age: 2 years
Story: Queen Elinor is definitely a regal gal. She enjoys perching high above her human friends and peering down at them. Oh, to watch the world go by as Queen Elinor does! However, she loves chin rubs just as much as any kitty. When she isn’t busy observing, she will be soliciting pets from her human friends.
Fee: $80
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus, 635 W. Roger Road, 520-327-6088 Ext. 173
Wizard
Wizard
ID No.: 913779
Age: 5 years
Story: Wizard is a wonderful pup all around. He enjoys spending time with pups who share his playful attitude, and he also loves chilling out with his humans. If you ask Wizard, nothing beats hanging out by his best buddies, especially when treats and pets are involved.
Fee: $80
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus, 635 W. Roger Road, 520-327-6088 Ext. 173
East
East
Age: 2 months
Story: East is a lovely black and white kitten who is all boy! This kitten is very mischievous and boisterous, and quite the entertainer. He loves to purr and will growl when his two sisters try to take his toys or food. He is energetic and looking for a family that loves to play. In return, he will show you affection, let you pet him and even hold him. Adoption qualifications required.
Fee: $65. Adoption prices: all kittens 12 months or younger will be $65 each and all other cats are $30. Includes microchip, neutering and current shots.
Contact: Paws Patrol, Green Valley, 520-207-4024, www.greenvalleypawspatrol.org
Meet: By appointment
Casey
Casey
Age: 1 year
Story: Casey is a lovebug kitty who joined our leukemia room several months ago. She gets along with the other kitties and loves to run and play with toys and people. She is a big fan of the laser pointer, and will chase it all day. Casey would love a home of her own, or perhaps with another leukemia positive kitty.
Fee: $99, includes spay, microchip and appropriate shots
Contact: Pawsitively Cats, 520-289-2747, Pawsitivelycats.org
Misty
Misty
Age: 4 years
Story: Misty’s third owner had to move away without her so she is looking for a new best friend. She is easy-going but doesn’t get along with dogs. Just give her a scratching post and a place to sleep.
Fee: $45, includes spay, shots, and microchip
Contact: The Animal League of Green Valley, 1600 W. Duval Mine Road, Green Valley; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. daily, 520-625-3170 or www.talgv.org
Shayla
Shayla
Age: 7 years
Story: Shayla is a sweet, 55-lb Labrador mix who wiggles with joy and loves belly rubs. She is housebroken, crate trained, nondestructive, friendly, gentle and loving. She is easy to walk and is not dog reactive on a leash. Shayla loves to be around people but is a bit shy of strangers. Children and cats are unknown. Shayla loves other dogs, but would be just as happy in a home where she is the center of attention.
Fee: $275, includes vaccinations, neuter, microchip. Approved adoption application required.
Contact: Southwest Oasis Labrador Rescue (SOLR), 520-554-0911, www.solraz.org
Meet: By appointment
Wunka
Wunka
Age: 1 year
Story: This beautiful green-eyed girl came to us with her siblings and were dubbed the “Ewoks”! She was always a little shyer than her siblings, so we are very proud of her recent graduation from the “shy room” to our general population. She is quite a sweet kitty. She is on the quieter side and would be best in a more laid-back home. She gets along with other kitties great but hasn’t yet met any dogs. She also loves to chit-chat and makes a great conversationalist.
Fee: $80
Contact: The Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter & Sanctuary, 5278 E. 21st St.
Meet: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday
Fennel
Fennel
Age: 2 months
Story: Fennel is the cutest little kitten. His favorite toys are ones he can chase, especially ones on a string. Fennel is a curious guy who likes to explore and be up high. He loves to climb up on your shoulders to see what's going on and will sometimes lay on them too. He will even climb up and sleep on you when you're sitting. Fennel likes hanging out with all of his siblings. He also should be okay with quiet, gentle dogs. If you’re interested in Fennel, please make an appointment to meet this fella. Adoption qualifications required.
Fee: $65. Adoption prices: all kittens 12 months or younger will be $65 each and all other cats are $30. Includes microchip, neutering and current shots.
Contact: Paws Patrol, Green Valley, 520-207-4024, www.greenvalleypawspatrol.org
Meet: By appointment
Nia
Nia
ID No.: 909788
Age: 1 year
Story: Nia has been looking for her forever home for over 200 days. She is friendly, active, and eager to make her humans proud. She gets along with dogs of similar energy, in fact, Nia often visits playgroup with some of her shelter BFFs. If you have any resident pups at home, please bring them in to meet Nia before she goes home with you.
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus, 635 W. Roger Road, 520-327-6088 Ext. 173
Tesla
Tesla
ID No.: 909820
Age: 8 years
Story: Tesla is a love bug in a middle-aged cat’s body. She is sweet, kind, and always ready for some snuggles. Tesla will cruise right on up to you in search of some love, and retire to her cozy bed later in the evening. So, what are you waiting for? Start your engines and come meet this sweetheart today!
Fee: $50
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus, 635 W. Roger Road, 520-327-6088 Ext. 173
Sara Brown
Opinion Coordinator
Sara Brown joined the Star in 2014 after working for the San Pedro Valley New Sun in Benson. She works with letters to the editor, produces Opinion Team chats, and curates columns such as Keeping the Faith, Business Awards and Adopt A Friend.
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