Photos: Adopt a friend
Find your BFF at one of Tucson's shelters and rescue groups.
Adopt a friend
Name: Buddy
Breed: Basenji/Akita Mix
Age: 3-4 years old
Qualities: Buddy is excelling in his training program and has made tons of doggie friends. He is lively and very intelligent, always aiming to please and a step ahead on what he is being asked to do. He is very welcoming and loving of people but he does have a naturally protective side and will look out for his family. His house manners are awesome and has done great with the kids he has met. He would be a great tag-a-long on your adventures. Buddy is also crate-trained, house-trained, neutered, micro-chipped, licensed and up-to-date on vaccines.
Fee: $99 with half of it sponsored by sol.DOG
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: Leo
Breed: Orange tabby kitten
Age: 16 weeks
Qualities: Leo and his three brothers are sweet boys, amiable and high-spirited in the way of kittens everywhere.
Needs: Indoor-only home
Fee: $75
Contact: Feline Ink, 795–1312; felineinksanctuary.org
Meet: Cats are shown by appointment.
Adopt a friend
Name: Bob
Age: 6 years
Qualities: Bob is a 6 year-old easy-going low-maintenance beagle with a sensitive spirit. He gets along well with other dogs, cats and children, goes well on a leash & loves people.
Fee: $125
Contact: Southern Arizona Beagle Rescue, 520-247-7220, or www.soazbeaglerescue.com
Meet: By appointment.
Adopt a friend
Name: Suki
Breed: Golden retriever
Age: 2 years
Qualities: Suki is a pretty, friendly girl. She is good with children and other dogs, and she tolerates cats. She loves to ride in cars.
Needs: Suki is housebroken, but she needs some basic training, including walking on a leash.
Fee: $300
Contact: Southern Arizona Golden Retriever Rescue, sagrr.org/available-dogs or call 792-4653.
Meet: By appointment.
Adopt a friend
Names: Bruno and Shaggy
Breeds: Doberman and a shepherd mix
ID Nos.: 782950 and 782951
Ages: 13 and 6 years
Qualities: These bonded buddies have terrific manners and hearts of gold.
Needs: A loving family interesting in adopting two easy-keepers.
Fee: $25
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona, 327-6088, Ext., 106 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. Monday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday.
Adopt a friend
Name: Deputy
Breed: Pit Bull Mix
Age: 1.5 years old
Qualities: Deputy was rescued from Pima Animal Care Center 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. Deputy loves to play and loves other dogs, although he would be best matched with an active dog close to his size. He is a cuddle bug and has the softest fur. Deputy likes walks and playing chase in the yard. He is a very smart boy who knows his sit and lay down commands and walks great on a leash. He is neutered, crate-trained, house-trained, micro-chipped, licensed and up-to-date on all vaccines.
Needs: Deputy is a very sweet puppy who doesn't quite know his own strength yet, so he needs a strong handler who will help him grow and learn in a loving and stable home environment. No cats or small dogs, please.
Fee: $65 (half-off adoptions this month in celebration of Pit Bull Awareness Month)
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: Amstel
Breed: Silky Terrier Mix
Age: 5 years
Qualities: Amstel is a complete sweetheart who loves everyone he meets.
Fee: $175
Contact: 520-349-8637, www.safeanimals.com
Meet: Petco Broadway and Craycroft between 11AM to 2PM every Saturday
Adopt a friend
Name: Sammi
Breed: Wire-haired terrier/heeler mix
Age: 6 months
Qualities: Sammi is a happy, affectionate girl. She is very intelligent and a dynamic, quick learner who already knows 9 basic commands. She responds well to firm, consistent, loving leadership and would enjoy an active lifestyle.
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: Aslan
Breed: Flame Point Siamese-cross
Age: 2 years
Qualities: Sweet affectionate gentleman; loves ear and chin scratches. Very talkative, especially if you’re paying attention to another kitty! Likes older children, but startles easily from the littler ones.
Needs: Needs to be an only cat; he doesn’t care to share his love.
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; Closed Sun-Mon
Adopt a friend
Name: Leon
ID No.: 496142
Color: Brown Tabby and White
Gender: Neutered
Age: 2 years
Qualities: Loves head scratches, affectionate and handsome.
Contact: Pima Animal Care Center
Meet: 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: Coal
Breed: Shepherd/Hound Mix
Age: 3.5 Years Old
Qualities: Coal is an affectionate, obedient, lovable dog. He would love a home with a playful female dog. He is completely house-trained, loves his crate, and is good in the car. Coal walks great on a leash and would love to go for walks and be part of your family. Coal is neutered, has all his vaccines, is micro-chipped, and licensed.
Needs: No children under 10, please.
Fee: $125
Contact: Please email Terri at terrigoddard@hotmail.com
Meet: Email Terri to arrange a meeting at your convenience!
Adopt a friend
Name: Deedee
Breed: Black DSH
Age: 6 months
Qualities: Deedee is one of a litter of six, including four all-black females. She loves people and playtime and loves to curl up in a warm lap after dinner. She was lucky to have a great mother (who is also available for adoption, "Annie") and has learned all her manners and is now ready to bring fun and love to a "fur-ever" family. She would do great with a family or as a companion to a senior.
Needs: A household where he will be receive plenty of love and attention.
Adoption Fee: $50
Contact Info: Paws Patrol, Green Valley, AZ, (520) 207-4024, www.greenvalleypawspatrol.org
Meet: By appointment, give us a call.
Adopt a friend
Name: Tubby
Breed: Shorthaired orange and white
Age: 10 years
Qualities: Tubby is loving, smart, charming, and famous (was on MTV), but his biggest claim to fame is that he is a "guard cat" who will protect and defend his owner.
Fee: $45 and comes 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: Raisin
Breed: Domestic short hair
ID No.: 789518
Age: 10 years
Qualities: Raisin is a confident and affectionate lap cat who enjoys spending time with friends.
Fee: $25
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona
Adopt a friend
Name: Sherman
Breed: Labrador retriever
Age: 2 years
Qualities: Sherman enjoys walks and playing with people and toys. He also get along great with other dogs. He is friendly and fun, awesome on a leash, perfect with children and ready to be your best friend. He is house trained and crate trained.
Fee: $125
Contact: SaveThePetsAZ at 477-2738 (477-2PET) or savethepetsaz.com
Adopt a friend
Name: Little Deuce
Breed: Quarterhorse
Age: 10 years
Qualities: Handsome, sweet, gets along with other horses, picks up feet, leads.
Needs: Further training. Experienced horse person.
Fee: $1,200
Contact: Equine Voices Rescue & Sanctuary: 520-398-2814; info@equinevoices.org
Meet: By appointment.
Deputy Alejandro Alcantara first met the injured dog on a call last month.