Precious
ID No.: A761664
Age: 5 years
Story: Precious is a happy, bouncy, active lady with so much to offer! She loves her time in the play yard where she can run around checking things out but do quick drive-bys for affection and scritches. A quick pop in for a snuggle and a kiss, and she’s off to check out another part of the yard! There’s a lot going on in a shelter for a curious lady. Precious shares her kennel with another pup, and you can often catch them playing together and also snuggling. If you have a doggo at home, Precious would love an introduction.
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
Pete
ID No.: A752085
Age: 7 years
Story: Pete loves tug of war, chasing after frisbees, every stuffed animal you buy him, and roughhousing. Pete is calm when you’re calm and ready to expel some energy whenever you are. He will always greet you with a stuffed animal at the door when you come home and will definitely give you sad looks when you leave. He knows sit, stay, lay down and go into crate. Pete shares his kennel at PACC with another pup and was tolerant and independent when meeting other dogs in playgroup. He’d like to meet any resident dogs before moving in together to ensure it’s a good fit.
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
Bella
ID No.: A764231
Age: 5 years
Story: Bella is a sweet lady who raised a beautiful litter of puppies and is now anxiously awaiting a family of her own. She spent some time in foster care, and we learned she’s housetrained, enjoyed snoozing on her bed, and did well with the other dogs in the home. She loves being tucked in under blankets at night, and she likes stuffed animals. In her most recent evaluation, Bella was playful with the other dogs and has a dainty play style. She attends playgroup regularly and enjoys socializing with the other shelter dogs. Bella is very loving and would be the perfect dog for a person who is looking for a new best friend.
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
Nico
Age: 6 months
Story: Nico is a lab/pyrenes mix. He is a handsome and energetic young boy who would make a great active family pup.
Fee: $260, neutered, microchipped and age appropriate vaccines. Approved adoption application required.
Contact: Rescue Me Tucson/Marana, 6401 Marana Center Blvd., #902, noon-5 p.m. Sunday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, 520-261-1616
Luna
ID No.: A748535
Age: 2 years
Story: Luna is ready to bring a little razzle-dazzle to your life! This little lady has one of the brightest, most vibrant, and, dazzling personalities at the shelter! She’s a volunteer favorite, full of pep, and loves to have fun. She’s playful, goofy and has a happy personality and a constantly wagging tail. She’s amazing to watch in playgroup – go, go, go with the other pups and a huge smile on her face the whole time.
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
Yogi
Age: 6 months
Story: Yogi is a stunning orange tabby/flame point boy with the sweetest personality.
Fee: $140, neutered, microchipped and all vaccines. Approved adoption application required.
Contact: Rescue Me Tucson/Marana, 6401 Marana Center Blvd., #902, noon-5 p.m. Sunday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, 520-261-1616
Ritzy
Age: 1 year 5 months
Story: Ritzy is a beautiful girl with the softest gray fur. She was found in Rio Rico and brought to Paws Patrol just after her kittens were born. When she was checked out by the local veterinarian, they discovered she is FIV positive. Our shelter volunteers say Ritzy also tested positive for being awesome. She is a gentle girl who loves to be held, cuddles, chin scratches, and eating treats. She is very healthy and since FIV can only be spread by a deep bite wound, she is able to live with other cats. Ritzy is special and she loves people so much. Adoption qualifications required.
Fee: $30. 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
Purple
ID No.: 917403
Age: 2 years
Story: Do you live an active lifestyle? Well, Purple is probably the girl for you! She loves playing in the garden hose, catching tennis balls, and going for long hikes. Once she’s home, you can count on Purple to turn into a certified snuggle bug.
Fee: Fee sponsored by Silverado Plumbing!
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus, 635 W. Roger Road, 520-327-6088 Ext. 173
Canella
ID No.: 871618
Age: 7 years
Story: Canella loves finding a nice cozy perch and snuggling up for a long nap. She is an independent gal who has a sweet streak in her.
Fee: $50
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus, 635 W. Roger Road, 520-327-6088 Ext. 173
Marlee
Age: 2½ years
Story: Marlee was found living under a shed suffering from starvation. She was very thin and malnourished, but sweet and desperate for affection. We nursed her back to health and a good weight. Now she’s ready for her forever home where she will be loved and safe for the rest of her life. She is happiest as an only pet, no small children please. She will love a young family who will play with her and keep her entertained.
Fee: $99, includes spay, microchip and appropriate shots.
Contact: Pawsitively Cats, 520-289-2747, Pawsitivelycats.org
Curie
Age: 2 years 4 months
Story: Curie is a beautiful gray dilute torti kitty with a panther-like face and long legs. She was adopted a while ago when she was a kitten but had to be returned because her human couldn’t take care of her anymore. Curie has a quiet little meow and likes to be petted. Please adopt her and she will become your best friend and pal! She’s not a sharing kind of gal so please make this feline your one and only kitty. Adoption qualifications required.
Fee: $30. 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
Floof
Age: 3 years
Story: Floof is a social girl that loves people and will greet them at your door. She enjoys being groomed to keep her coat soft and mat-free. If she can be your only pet, she will happily cuddle on your lap or purr you to sleep. Please call ahead to arrange a meeting.
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
Aries
Age: 5 years
Story: Aries is a female Cattle Dog mix who’s good in the house and knows several commands. She gets along with women but prefers men. What she doesn’t like are other animals so if you need an ONLY pet, please call to arrange a meeting with Aries.
Fee: $85; includes spay, shots, and microchip
Contact: The Animal League of Green Valley, 1600 W. Duval Mine Rdoa, Green Valley; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. daily, 520-625-3170 or www.talgv.org
Catarina
Age: 2 years
Story: Someone boxed this precious girl and her babies up and dumped them off at a local business. Luckily, they called us, and we were able to find space for all of them. Her “kiddos” have been placed in foster to “fatten them up”, while Catarina is in our shelter, looking for her forever family. She’s sweet, affectionate, and loves to “polish your ankles”. She takes a little bit to settle, and can be a little “hissy” when she first meets other cats, but once she’s used to them, she gets along amazingly. She loves ear scritches, and would love to snooze in the sunny spots in her new family home.
Fee: $80
Contact: The Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter & Sanctuary, 5278 E. 21st St.
Meet: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday
Marco
ID No.: A771178
Age: 2 years
Story: Marco is an unexpected gem at PACC. From the moment you meet him, he’ll have your heart. He’s a lovely pup with a lot of charm. He’s easy to leash and very affectionate. He politely asks for affection, takes treats gently, and walks great on a leash. Marco shares his kennel with a furry friend and was tolerant and playful when meeting other dogs in playgroup. Ask anyone at PACC, and they all describe Marco as a sweet, goofy, playful, and too cute-for-words guy. Marco will be a great companion for a moderately active home. He’s a beautiful dog inside and out.
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
Alpha and Montana
Age: 7 months
Story: Alpha and Montana are a male/female bonded pair and must be adopted together. They are a bit shy at first, so need a new patient home where they feel loved and build their confidence.
Fee: $180 each, spayed/neutered, microchipped and age appropriate vaccines. Approved adoption application required.
Contact: Rescue Me Tucson/Marana, 6401 Marana Center Blvd., #902, noon-5 p.m. Sunday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, 520-261-1616
Wayne
Age: 8 months
Story: Wayne is smart and handsome, what a combo! Wayne is your perfect active buddy.
Fee: $180, neutered, microchipped and age appropriate vaccines. Approved adoption application required.
Contact: Rescue Me Tucson/Marana, 6401 Marana Center Blvd., #902, noon-5 p.m. Sunday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, 520-261-1616
Brownie
Age: 3 year old Chihuahua/Bassett mix
Story: Brownie is a chihuahua/bassett mix. He is a sweet and shy boy who loves his walks on his little low rider legs.
Fee: $180, neutered, microchipped and age appropriate vaccines. Approved adoption application required.
Contact: Rescue Me Tucson/Marana, 6401 Marana Center Blvd., #902, noon-5 p.m. Sunday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, 520-261-1616
Wicca
Age: 3 years
Story: Wicca is a very sweet and loving girl with striking colors.
Fee: $90, spayed, microchipped and all vaccines. Approved adoption application required.
Contact: Rescue Me Tucson/Marana, 6401 Marana Center Blvd., #902, noon-5 p.m. Sunday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, 520-261-1616
Norman
Age: 1 year old Corgi/Chihuahua mix
Story: Normal is a Corgi/Chihuahua mix. He is a sweet and spunky young boy. The perfect lap buddy.
Fee: $180, neutered, microchipped and age appropriate vaccines. Approved adoption application required.
Contact: Rescue Me Tucson/Marana, 6401 Marana Center Blvd., #902, noon-5 p.m. Sunday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, 520-261-1616
Rose
Age: 3 years
Story: Rose is a Border Collie mix. She is a beautiful and calm young lady.
Fee: $180, spayed, microchipped and age appropriate vaccines. Approved adoption application required.
Contact: Rescue Me Tucson/Marana, 6401 Marana Center Blvd., #902, noon-5 p.m. Sunday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, 520-261-1616
Saguaro
ID No.: 917384
Age: 1 year
Story: What could be better than a dedicated BFF? Saguaro is a sweetheart who loves to play. Give her a squeaky toy and some space to run and she will be occupied for hours.
Fee: Sponsored by TagLine Media
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus, 635 W. Roger Road, 520-327-6088 Ext. 173
Sasha
ID No.: 919986
Age: 6 years
Story: Sasha is a glamorous girl who wants to be snuggled while her humans tell her about their day. Sasha will be more than happy to hear all about it!
Fee: $50
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus, 635 W. Roger Road, 520-327-6088 Ext. 173
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