Photos: Adopt a friend
Find your BFF at one of Tucson's shelters and rescue groups.
Adopt a friend
Name: Deuce
Breed: Cattle Dog Mix
Age: Two Years Old
Qualities: Deuce is good on a leash, warms up quickly, gives great kisses, loves to be touched and will ask you nicely with his paw for continued contact. He is in training for confidence building and we are looking for either an adopter or a foster (a foster-to-adopt would be ideal) who wants to help him grow and excel. A dog introduction is required if the adopter/foster has other dogs. Deuce is neutered, has all his vaccines, is micro-chipped, licensed, and crate-trained.
Needs: A family with kids 12 years and older only, please.
Fee: $125
Contact: Please email Brooke at scoobyvet69@yahoo.com
Meet: Contact Brooke to arrange a meeting at your convenience!
Adopt a friend
Name: Aura
Breed: Greyhound mix
Age: 1 year
Qualities: Aura is a very friendly and highly energetic greyhound mix. She loves to play and can even fetch. She gets along well with cats and dogs. This lovable, goofy hound is currently in a foster home with a greyhound and three cats.
Fee: $300
Contact: Southern Arizona Greyhound Adoption, 955-7421. Or fill out an adoption application at sagreyhoundadoption.org
Adopt a friend
Name: Merry
Breed: Manchester terrier/Chihuahua mix
Age: 10 years
Qualities: Merry is blind, but she gets around the house just fine, adores her walks, and is a loving lap sitter. She'd be perfect as an only dog for an older person.
Fee: $85 with Free Vet Care for Life.
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: Mandy
Breed: Grey tabby
Age: 6 years
Qualities: Mandy can be shy but has made tremendous progress. Her favorite activity is watching birds outside the window. She loves to be petted but will probably never be a lap cat. And one of the unique things about her is her voice, much more of a squeak than a meow. Mandy is perfect for someone who wants the company of a cat but doesn't want a high maintenance pet.
Needs: A home without children or dogs, and maybe only one other cat.
Adoption Fee: $25
Contact Info: Paws Patrol, Green Valley, AZ, (520) 207-4024, www.greenvalleypawspatrol.org
Meet: By appointment, give us a call.
Adopt a friend
Name: Looie
Breed: Russian blue kitten
Age: 6 months
Qualities: Looie and his very similar brother Huey are high-spirited guys who would love to meet you.
Needs: Indoor-only home.
Fee: $75
Contact: Feline Ink, 795–1312; felineinksanctuary.org
Meet: Cats are shown by appointment.
Adopt a friend
Name: Moose
Breed: Pit Bull Type Dog
Age: 2 years old
Qualities: Moose is a brawny, muscle-bound boy with a sweet and cooperative nature. He was found as a stray by Good Samaritans and came to stay with us for some basic training until he finds his forever home. Moose is dog social, crate-trained, house-trained, up-to-date on vaccines and learning basic obedience. He will be micro-chipped and licensed upon adoption.
Fee: $125 which includes a free group class and lifelong training support.
Contact: Foster Mom Rachel at Sol.Dog Adoptions - email at adopt@soldogtucson.com
Meet: Please email Rachel to arrange a meeting at your convenience!
Adopt a friend
Name: Cooper
Breed: Shepherd Mix & English Springer Spaniel
Age: 4 years old
Qualities: Cooper is a lovely boy who is all about hanging with his best bud ..YOU! Don't let the pictures fool you - Cooper is a smallish guy of only about 30 lbs, so he is a perfect match to share the couch on a movie night. Cooper is a great boy. He is neutered, has all shots up to date, microchip, house broken, uses a dog door, excellent on a leash, is great with children and grownups, he is good with other dogs, but prefers no very-dominant males, and just as perfect as a dog can be.
Fee: $125
Contact: SaveThePetsAZ at 520-477-2PET
Meet: Call SaveThePetsAZ to arrange a meeting at your convenience.
Adopt a friend
Name: Romeo
Breed: Chihuahua Mix
Age: 8 years
Qualities: Romeo is very friendly and loves to be held.
Fee: $175
Contact: 520-349-8637, www.safeanimals.com
Meet: Petco Broadway and Craycroft between 11AM to 2PM every Saturday
Adopt a friend
Name: Apple Pie
ID No.: 499003
Gender: Female
Age: 2 years
Breed: Pit bull mix
Color: White and Brown
Qualities: Fun and sweet with cute markings
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. Shelter is closed the last Sunday of every month.
Adopt a friend
Name: Smudge
Breed: Domestic Long Hair Cat
Age: 6+ years
Qualities: Smudge came to HOPE after being found with another cat, fending for themselves on the streets. Smudge is a gentle boy, and when you meet him he might hiss at you....but don't be fooled, he is happy to then let you pet him. He just needs a safe and loving home where he knows he will be cared for.
Contact: HOPE Animal Shelter, 792-9200 or http://hopeanimalshelter.net for an application.
Fee: $90
Meet: Noon-4pm, Fridays-Sundays.
Adopt a friend
Name: Joy
Breed: Belgian/Cross, Mare
Age: 9 years
Qualities: Big, very sweet, gets along well with other horses, halters, leads, loads, and picks up feet.
Needs: An experienced horse person to further train her. Love.
Contact: Equine Voices Rescue & Sanctuary, info@equinevoices.org, 520-398-2814
Meet: By appointment.
Adopt a friend
Name: T-Bird
Breed: Male Mix Dog
Age: 3 Years Old
Qualities: Tbird is a magnificent mixed breed dog who is a kind soul with a gentle heart. He gets along with dogs of all sizes and has done well around cats. He is finishing up a board and train program where he is receiving socialization and obedience training that will be needed to continue upon adoption to ensure he adapts to his new home properly. Tbird loves women and can be picky about the male company he keeps. The right man with a kind heart and air of confidence could be a great match for this boy. Tbird would do best in an active home jogging, walking, hiking, and having other dogs to hang out with. Tbird is neutered, has all his vaccines, is micro-chipped, licensed and crate-trained.
Fee: $125
Contact: Please email OnlyHopeAnimalRescue@yahoo.com
Meet: Please email to arrange a meeting at your convenience!
Adopt a friend
Name: Squiggy
Breed: Orange and white domestic short hair
Age: 5 years, 9 months
Qualities: It is Squiggy's turn! He is a super nice guy who's been overlooked because he politely waits while others are chosen ahead of him. You won't find a more faithful companion.
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: Cali
Breed: Domestic Short Hair Mix
ID No.: 781901
Age: 10 years
Qualities: Cali is sweet, playful, loves to meow, and is full of character!
Needs: A family that can provide her with lots of love and doesn’t mind the sounds of her sweet talking!
Fee: $25
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: Toby
Age: 5-6 Years
Qualities: Toby is a 5 or 6-year-old very sweet cheagle (Beagle and Chihuahua). He is a happy, healthy sweetie who is affectionate and friendly with people and gets along great with other dogs!
Fee: $150
Contact: Southern Arizona Beagle Rescue, 520-247-7220, or www.soazbeaglerescue.com
Meet: By appointment.
Adopt a friend
Name: Orion
Breed: Pit Bull Mix
ID No.: 778918
Age: 3 years
Qualities: Orion is playful, full of energy, and loves to give kisses and snuggles! It’s time for this loving boy to find a home!
Needs: Orion is looking for an adult home that can provide patience and care. He is also looking for a home where he can be the only pet!
Fee: $50, plus $16 license
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: Cody
Breed: German Shepherd mix
ID No.: A211362
Age: 6 years
Qualities: Cody is a favorite at the shelter. His silly nature will surely keep you entertained for the evening. This handsome boy will warm your feet and your heart. He is great with children and other dogs.
Needs: Cody would do better in a family setting; he loves the family life. He does not do well with cats.
Fee: Since Cody is a senior pet, there is no adoption fee to adopt him. A $15 license fee will apply.
Contact: Pima Animal Care Center
Adopt a friend
Name: Finnigan
Breed: Australian Shepherd
Age: 2 years
Qualities: This affectionate guy is great with dogs and does all right with cats. Would do best with older children and an active home.
Needs: Deaf, with some vision impairment. He's learning hand signals and requires continued training.
Fee: $225
Contact: travis@amazingaussies.com
Adopt a friend
Name: Prince
Breed: Domestic shorthair
Age: 6 years
Qualities: A very sweet boy who loves attention, Prince is a dominant boy who wants to have all of your love. He doesn't like to share his attention with other animals.
Needs: To be an only kitty.
Fee: $65
Contact: The Hermitage Cat Shelter, 5278 E. 21st St., 571-7839 or hermitagecats.org
Meet: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays; closed Sundays-Mondays.
Adopt a friend
Name: Shag
Breed: Domestic mediumhair mix
ID No.: A505553
Age: 15 years
Qualities: This handsome fellow came to Pima Animal Care Center when his elderly owner could no longer care for him. Shag has been a real trooper, though, he is still a super-cuddly and friendly cat.
Needs: Everything is still a little bit overwhelming for Shag, so if your home is like a library, but a bit lonely, please stop by PACC today and visit Shag.
Fee: None, since Shag is a senior pet.
Contact: Pima Animal Care Center, 724-5900.
Meet: PACC, 4000 N. Silverbell Road, noon-7 p.m. Mondays-Fridays; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.