According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, approximately 6.5 million companion animals enter shelters across the country each year. Of these, approximately 3.3 million are dogs and approximately 3.2 million are cats.
Each week, The Arizona Republic features several pets up for adoption at Valley shelters. Please contact the shelter directly to confirm the status of a specific animal.
Shamrock: moving forward on three legs
With an adorable face that anyone is sure to fall in love with, Shamrock will bring good fortune to those lucky enough to meet her. The 8-year-old Shih Tzu certainly never imagined that his path would lead him to the Arizona Humane Society earlier this month.
This adorable senior puppy was found limping with an injured hind leg and rescued by AHS Emergency Veterinary Medical Technicians™. Shamrock was pale, weak, and dehydrated, but it was clear that he had been out alone for quite some time before being injured in what appeared to be a collision with his car. .
After examination at the shelter's trauma hospital, it was determined that Shamrock's hind leg was severely fractured and would need to be amputated. After a few weeks, this cute little girl has made great strides in her new life on her three legs. Shamrock, her absolute lover, affectionate and beyond adorable, hopes that her forever family will find her and that her luck will continue to grow even more. I know.
Recruitment method: Interested pet owners can meet the adorable shamrocks at AHS's PetSmart Scottsdale store. Her adoption fee includes spaying, current vaccinations, microchip, and follow-up health exam at VCA Veterinary Hospital. For more information, visit azhumane.org/adopt.
Little John: Majestic Meatballs
Little John was found unwell earlier this year, suffering from a neck wound and limping. This 2-year-old American bulldog, rescued by Arizona Humane Society's Emergency Animal Medical Technicians™ as an injured stray in January, clearly needed help.
In addition to medications for pain and infection, wound care at the shelter's trauma hospital included daily warm compresses and laser treatments. Little John also caught a puppy-like cold during treatment, but he is now back to his normal, active body.
A true bundle of loveliness, Little John wants to find a home with the perfect balance of fun activities like playing and walking, as well as snuggling on the couch with his favorite humans. They are sociable towards people, but a little more forward when meeting other puppies. We recommend this handsome boy meet the other pups in his family first to make sure the energy and play style are a match.
Recruitment method: Interested owners can meet the not-so-small Little John at South Mountain at AHS. His adoption fee includes spay/neuter, current vaccinations, microchip, and follow-up health exam at VCA Veterinary Hospital. For more information, visit azhumane.org/adopt.
— Kelsey Dickerson, Arizona Humane Society
Fuchsia: wears a heart on her face
Fuchsia is as beautiful as the flower it takes its name from, with a perfect heart kiss on the mouth and ink-splattered toes covering its tiny black toes. About 3 and a half years old, she is shy, sweet and loves to play. Fusha, along with her sister Monstera, is one of five cats with flower names who were discovered last summer. She Fuchsia is shy and sweet and she loves to play. She is waiting for her forever home.
Recruitment method: If you are ready to adopt Fuchsia into a loving home, visit the Youngtown Adoption Center, 11129 W.michigan Ave., Suite 1, Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., or call 623-876. Please call -8778. . Other adoption locations are 10807 N 96th Ave., Peoria, 623-773-2246 (same hours and days), and Surprise Petsmart, 13764 Bell Road.
— Deb Heise, Sun Cities 4 Poses
Regulus Black: 6 month old sous chef
Regulus Black (Reg for short) is a male domestic short-haired breed. This cat is about 6 months old and has been neutered and has a microchip implanted. This little guy is beautiful, playful, kind and adventurous. Reg also enjoys naps every day. He loves running through cat tunnels and rolling around on the floor in cat tunnels…he is one of his favorite toys. If you're cooking in the kitchen, he's your sous chef. Reg loves having pets and sleeping in a small kennel that his Friends for Life foster family has converted into his own cozy and special cat space.
Recruitment method: Reg lives in a foster home and will be placed in the Friends for Life Animal Rescue adoption center located at 952 W. Melody Lane in Gilbert. I would love to meet you. His adoption fee is $175. For more information about Regulus Black or other cats and dogs looking for homes, visit http://www.azfriends.org or call 480-497-8296.
— Janelle Cosgriff, “Friends for Life”
