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  • Mar 18, 2015
  • Mar 18, 2015 Updated Mar 15, 2016

Find your new BFF at one of Pima County's animal shelters.

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Brady, Shepherd Mix

ID Number: 799293

Ages: 1.5 year

Qualities: Brady is high energy, very affectionate, and a goof-ball!  

Needs: This silly boy is looking for a family with a quiet, yet active lifestyle and older kids. Brady would also like a family that can offer training, plenty of patience, and lots of snuggles.

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

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Rocky, Pittie Mix

Age: 1.5 Years Old

Qualities: Rocky’s beautiful brindle color and infectious smile make him a great snuggle partner. He is very affectionate, loves belly rubs and scratches and lying on his back in the sun. Rocky is crate-trained with ZERO separation anxiety. He likes chew toys but is only a moderate chewer (shoes and furniture do not impress him). He hates conflict and will run from it. He is basically the perfect dog who does well with other dogs and older children.   Rocky is house-trained, neutered, fully vaccinated, licensed and microchipped. He would love to find his forever home. Fee:  $125

Contact: Foster Coordinator Brooke at 520-488-9541 or email us at brdgrescue@gmail.com.

Meet: Please contact Brooke to arrange a meeting at your convenience.  

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Snowbelle, Domestic Short Hair 

Age: 6 years old

Qualities: Very sweet lady; curious and affectionate. Also independent at times.

Needs:  Partially deaf, so needs a quiet home, as loud noises startle her very badly

Fee: $35

Contact: The Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter; 5278 E. 21st Street; 520.571.7839

Meet: Tues to Sat: 10am-5pm; Closed Sun-Mon

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Names: Spot, Marco & Molly

Ages: 2, 2 and 11 years old respectively  

Qualities: Spot, Marco & Molly came into our rescue from a harsh hoarding situation.  These sweet beautiful dogs are in foster care where they are adjusting to being part of a loving family. See these dogs on our website. Pictured is Marco. 

Fee: $175, $175, and $75 Respectively Southern Arizona Beagle Rescue, 520-247-7720, or www.soazbeaglerescue.com.

Meet: By appointment.

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Graham, gray tuxedo

Age: 1.5 years

Qualities: Graham is a mellow, laid-back guy rescued as a kitten when his person died. He would love to have an exclusive human for the next act of his kitty life.

Need: Indoor-only home

Fee: $75 Contact: Feline Ink, 795–1312; felineink2012@yahoo.com Meet: Cats are shown by appointment.

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Sparky, Miniature Poodle

Age: 3.5 years

Qualities: Sparky is a loving little boy who likes to be with his person.

Fee: 175 Contact: 520-349-8637,www.safeanimals.com

Meet: Petco Broadway and Craycroft (for dogs) and Petco River and Craycroft (for cats) between 11AM to 2PM every Saturday

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Jasper, Domestic Short Hair/ Orange Tabby

Age: 8+ years

Qualities: Jasper is a very friendly, affectionate boy who will jump on your lap the minute he can. Jasper likes other cats and doesn't mind dogs.  And he has a crooked tail which makes him even cuter. He would love to find the perfect home that he can count on to always be his.  

Contact: HOPE Animal Shelter, 792-9200 or http://hopeanimalshelter.net for an application.

Fee: $90 Meet: Noon-4pm, Fridays-Sundays.

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Myra, long-haired black

Age: 7 years

Qualities: Myra is a gorgeous girl with magnetic green eyes. She is an absolute sweetheart and a favorite whose special person will be gifted by her warmth and grateful friendship.

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

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Millie, Domestic Medium Hair Tuxedo 

Age: 2 years  

Qualities: Millie is a very quiet and laid back kitty, and loves to spend time observing her world. She is not a lap cat, preferring to remain nearby. She is still a bit intimidated by other cats, so she is looking for a home  with maybe one other cat for companionship.  

Needs: An indoor-only home with someone patient to give her time to adjust and trust.  

Adoption Fee: $40.00 which includes spay/neuter and current shots.

Contact Info: Paws Patrol, Green Valley, AZ, (520)207-4024 www.greenvalleypawspatrol.org.

Meet: by appointment, give us a call.

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Shelley, Greyhound or Whippet Mix

Age: 1 year

Qualities: Shelley was found hanging around a gas station in Casa Grande, skinny and scared and trying to get help from people coming to the station. She was brought to HOPE after being at the station for a week. She has gained back her weight and is doing great. She is recovering from tick fever (but will need to be retested). While she can initially be timid, she is very sweet and playful. She loves to play with other dogs; we're not sure how she would be with cats.

Contact: HOPE Animal Shelter, 792-9200 or http://hopeanimalshelter.net for an application.

Fee: $105 (includes license fee) Meet: Noon-4pm, Fridays-Sundays.

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Geen, Mastiff mix

Age: 2 years

Sex: Female

Description: Geena came to PACC in February as a stray. Even though we didn’t know much about then, she has grown on all of us. She is silly and fun and loves belly rubs. Geena is a semi-active girl. She will walk a couple miles if you want her to; or just lounge the day away with you. Geena does better with dogs around her same size. You know the saying: If you can’t hang with the big-dogs…….. If you are looking for one heck of a dog, please stop by PAC today and meet Geena.

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Names: Dakota and Daisy

Age: Dakota 9yrs & Daisy 4yrs

Breed: Dakota has a short coat and Daisy has a medium coat

Sex: Both Female

Description: This dynamic duo came to PACC in January when their previous owner fell ill and could no longer care for them. They are a bonded pair, which means that they love each other and would love to go home together. This also means that you get twice the love with one adoption. These lovely and mature ladies are looking for home where they can lounge at the foot of the bed and purr the day away. If you are looking to fill your home with bundles of love, please stop by PACC today and meet Dakota and Daisy.

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Delta, Arab, Mare

Age: 11 Years

Qualities: Sweet, Bay, halters, leads, loads and picks up feet. 

Needs: An experienced horse person and further training.

Fee: $750 Contact: Equine Voices Rescue & Sanctuary, info@equinevoices.org , 520-398-2814

Meet: By appointment

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Bolt, Chihuahua Mix

Age: 3 years old

Qualities: Bolt loves to snuggle and is in dire need of a foster, foster-to adopt, or adopter soon in order to avoid having to go to the pound. He is a fun, playful little guy who just wants a home so badly. Bolt gets along well with people, cats and dogs of all sizes. He would be a great tag-a-long on your adventures. Bolt is also crate-trained, house-trained, neutered, micro-chipped, licensed and up-to-date on vaccines.    

Fee: Rehoming Fee Negotiable

Contact: Temporary Foster Mom Connie at 520-490-0073, courtesy of Sol.Dog.

Meet: Please call or text Connie to arrange a meeting at your convenience or come visit Bolt at Tractor Supply at 7735 N. Casa Grande Highway this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. during the Charlotte’s Way Rescue adoption event!

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Names: Bu De’vil and Trav’leur

Breeds: Domestic Medium Hair Mix and Domestic Short Hair

Mix ID Numbers: 799131 and 799129

Ages: 4 years  and 1.5 year

Qualities: What a beautiful pair these sweet kitties make! These sassy ladies are shy but very playful!  

Needs: Bu De’vil and Trav’leur are looking for a home that would like two loving, independent cats!  

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

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Cami, Greyhound

Age: 6 years old

Qualities: Cami is a very sweet, loving greyhound who just loves to have fun! She enjoys going for long walks and is totally obsessed with squeaky toys! (you can view her video on our blog/web-site) After she is done playing she is ready to relax and hang out with you. This energetic girl would like to find her forever home. Won't you make her dream come true?  

Fee: $300  

Contact: Southern Arizona Greyhound Adoption Telephone: (520) 955-7421 website: sagreyhoundadoption.org email:  adoption@sagreyhoundadoption.org

Adopt a Friend

Adopt a Friend

Name and breed: Chuck, red & white hound mix

Age: 2-3 years.

Qualities: If you're looking for a "big, old softie," come meet Chuck. He's a handsome 72-pound "easy-walker" with those typical soulful eyes that will enchant you as much as his personality.

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.

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