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Every year, approximately 6.5 million companion animals enter shelters nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Of those, about 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats.
Each week, The Arizona Republic highlights a handful of the many pets up for adoption at Valley shelters. To check the status of a specific animal, please contact the shelter directly.
Casper the Friendly Dog: A smiley dog who craves attention
This big boy has definitely earned his cute name. At just over 70 pounds, Casper the Friendly Dog has made quite the transformation after being saved by Arizona Humane Society Emergency Animal Medical Technicians all the way back in June of this year.
Casper is just two years old and found himself in the care of AHS after his previous owner ran into some legal problems and he had nowhere else to go. The handsome American Pit Bull Terrier was extremely shut down, nervous and avoidant of everyone when he first found his way into the shelter and underwent medical treatment after he became sick.
Fast forward a few months, however, and Casper is hardly recognizable personality-wise! Thanks to all those who have cared for him from Behavior Team members, to Animal Care and medical staff, this smiley boy absolutely loves and craves attention from humans. He even shows a great deal of affection by leaning into pets, often checking in with his handlers while on walks or in the play yard and has learned to look for both visual and verbal cues perfectly. Casper would do well meeting all pups that will be in his home, as he can be avoidant of dogs that are reactive and can be shy in new environments at times.
How to adopt: The Arizona Humane Society’s Virtual Matchmaking Adoptions by appointment is available to place pets with their forever families. Thanks to the Tufty Family, pets have waived adoption fees through Sunday, Sept. 5. Interested adopters can view available pets, like cute Casper, and schedule an appointment online at azhumane.org/adopt.
— Kelsey Dickerson, Arizona Humane Society
Beethoven: A happy boy looking for a forever home
Beethoven is a happy 8-1/2-year-old Chihuahua weighing about 17 pounds. He loves people and he’d love to find a new forever home! Beethoven does not enjoy the company of other dogs. Specifically, he doesn’t like other dogs getting in his space, so he’ll probably be happiest as your only canine companion. His ideal home is quiet and if children share his space 10+ would be best. He is a wonderfully sweet boy waiting for his new family to adopt him and take that wonderful “I’m adopted” picture before going home! Beethoven is neutered, licensed, microchipped and vaccinated. His adoption fee is $75.
How to adopt: If you are interested in meeting Beethoven, visit the adoption center located at 952 W. Melody Ave. in Gilbert, call 480-497-8296, email [email protected], or visit them online at http://www.azfriends.org to get started with the consultation form and find hours of operation.
— Jannelle Cosgriff, Friends for Life
Lucky Bea: A sweet calico who loves head rubs
Lucky Bea is a real beauty — a calico with outstanding deep gold and black stripes and touches of white. There’s a reason for this 10-month-old kitten to be named Lucky, having been rescued living life on a very busy street in Glendale. She is safe now at Sun Cities 4 Paws Rescue and has seen a vet for all of her necessary shots and a microchipping. She is, of course, spayed as well. Lucky Bea loves head rubs and enjoys being brushed; being picked up, not so great, which makes her a pretty typical cat. A bit shy just at first, she will warm up fast when she realizes you are there to give her lots of love.
How to adopt: Visit her at 11129 Michigan Ave., Youngtown; call 623-876-8778 after 9 a.m.; Tuesdays-Saturdays from 9-3 p.m. are adoption days. Other locations are the shelter at 10807 N. 96th Ave., Peoria; call 623-773-2246 after 10 a.m.; adoptions are Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10-3 p.m.; Surprise PetSmart, 13764 Bell Road; and Lake Pleasant Towne Center PetSmart, 25372 Lake Pleasant Parkway, Peoria.
—?Beverly Bormann, Sun Cities 4 Paws
Gladys: An ‘ole lady with big ears and an even bigger heart
As with thousands of other amazing pets that come through the Arizona Humane Society’s doors every year, little Gladys was brought in through the shelter’s Field Department. More specifically, this 8-year-old Chihuahua was found with four other pets in a backyard with no access to water or food for an unknown amount of time, as well as no medical treatment.
As is clearly seen by the cloudiness in her eyes, Gladys was found to have cataracts once in AHS’ Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital as well as a few masses on her body and a slight heart murmur. She is also quite obese. Additionally, this cute girl also needed a bit of help with her smile and had a few teeth taken out with a dental extraction. Gladys will need help getting down to a healthier weight and would also benefit from keeping up with her future vet to keep an eye out on her heart and overall health.
Gladys has been described by those who know her as a sweet and gentle little ‘ole lady. And although not much is known about her past, it is safe to say that it takes her a little bit to warm up and that she would prefer a nice warm lap to nap in rather than go on crazy adventures. With big ears and an even bigger heart, Gladys would gladly show you why adopting a senior pet is always a great decision.
How to adopt: The Arizona Humane Society’s Virtual Matchmaking Adoptions by appointment is available to place pets with their forever families. Thanks to the Tufty Family, pets have waived adoption fees through Sunday, Sept. 5. Interested adopters can view available pets, like gorgeous Gladys, and schedule an appointment online at azhumane.org/adopt.
— Kelsey Dickerson, Arizona Humane Society
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