Story: Maisy is a fun-loving boxer mix. She is just over one year old, so you can expect her to want plenty of play time. She has plenty of personality and isn’t shy to let you know it. She would do well in a fun-loving home as an only child.
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus, 635 W. Roger Road, 520-327-6088 Ext. 173
Story: Cartridge, one of our “Office Supply” kittens, was rescued as a teensy orphan and found a family when she was still a kitten. After a series of truly unfortunate events, this gorgeous girl is back in the shelter, hoping for a second chance. She is a fantastic meeting organizer, especially if the meetings are about treats and delicious food. She can also organize “team building events”, as long as you bring the toys. She gets along with other cats, and is a very laid-back, gentle cat.
Contact: The Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter & Sanctuary, 5278 E. 21st St.
Meet: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday
Story: Cinnamon is an enthusiastic heeler-mix who enjoys belly rubs as much as she does running and playing. She is a very sweet girl that would enjoy long walks or hikes with her buddy. Please call to arrange a meeting with Cinnamon.
Fee: $85, 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
Story: Kit Kat is a lovable companion who’s laid back, sweet and friendly. He loves to be brushed and will reward you with lots of purring when you pet him. Call to arrange a meeting.
Fee: $45, includes neuter, 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
Age: 10 months (Lily) and 4 years
Story: Lily and Peanut are a bonded pair and must be adopted together. When Lily isn’t snuggled up with her best friend Peanut, you can find her exploring and looking for toys to play with. Peanut s blind, but once he has his bearings straight he enjoys exploring his surroundings.
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus, 635 W. Roger Road, 520-327-6088 Ext. 173
Story: Peanut is a tiny, sweet, girl ready to fill your home with joy. She also makes a great office assistant. With proper introductions, she should fit into any household including those with cat friendly dogs.
Fee: $99, includes spay, microchip and appropriate shots
Contact: Pawsitively Cats, 520-289-2747, Pawsitivelycats.org
Story: Skipper and Gilligan are a bonded pair and must be adopted together. They are a bit shy at first, so need a patient home where they feel loved and can build their confidence.
Fee: $180 each, 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
Age: 7 month old male/female bonded pair Shepherd mix
Story: Alpha and Montana are a bonded pair and must be adopted together. They are a bit shy at first, so would love a patient home where they feel loved and can 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
Story: Eli is a handsome boy who loves to be loved. He is very well-mannered and will wait until his foster mom says "good morning" to start his day. Eli has the gift of gab and will sit on your lap and have a good chat. Sometimes he is so happy that he will give you love nibbles. His foster mom has taught him to walk on a leash. Eli isn’t a brave guy so please stay close to home in case something scares him. In the past he has had a UTI so his foster mom gives him special treats that help keep him happy and healthy. 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
Story: Oreo is a tuxedo kitty who was found in the Mesquite Heights area of Green Valley and a kind person brought him to Paws Patrol. He has a beautiful black and white coat and is as sweet as can be. He loves attention so much that he probably will not do well with other household animals. With a little time and patience, we think Oreo will be a wonderful companion. 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
Story: Domino is a shy girl upon first meeting her, but after a little patience and love shown, she blossoms into a playful and friendly pup. Domino would do well in a home with a strong routine, maybe even with someone who works from home.
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus, 635 W. Roger Road, 520-327-6088 Ext. 173
Story: This volunteer favorite is lively, upbeat, wiggly, cheerful, and optimistic. She never seems to have a bad day, and the volunteers adore spending time with her. Starlight loves to go for walks, appreciates treats, and is always happy to sample whatever snacks you have on hand, and she plays a great round of fetch and has learned to drop the ball at your feet. Starlight is an excellent cuddler and super loving. She knows look, touch, sit, drop it and let's go. She loves toys - stuffed ones are her favorite! This girl is a little bit goofy and a whole lot of sweet - she'll keep you laughing.
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
Story: This sweet girl is a gem! And she's just the right size and age with the right mix of energy. Volunteers say this darling girl is receptive, friendly, eager for affection, and always happy and bubbly. Alexa is easy to leash up and is always eager to get up and go. She's also very smart, and when offered snacks, she gladly demonstrates her skills at sit, down and stay. Her notes say she's house-trained, very food motivated, and will easily leap up and catch treats when tossed into the air. Alexa attends the gentle and dainty playgroup and shares her kennel with another mellow senior dog; she gets along just fine, but she would like to meet any resident dogs before going home to ensure it's a good fit.
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
Age: 4 month lab/cattle dog mix
Story: Bill is a lab/cattle dog mix. He is the perfect puppy! He is social, great with other dogs and children - a real sweetheart.
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
Story: If you're looking for someone affectionate, has eyes only for you, loves to give kisses, and doesn't care who's watching, Alexander is your guy! Alexander is sweet and he loves people. He gives the best hugs, loves belly rubs, and is just looking for a home where he can relax and be snuggled. He's super easy-going, great on a leash, and always greets his volunteer friends with a smile. Alexander was diagnosed with Heartworm and will be treated for it over the next several months. PACC will cover all the medical costs - all Alexander needs is a place to relax and snuggle. Stop by and ask to foster this perfect pooch today!
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
Story: Ajax is a friendly and gentle boy who is as easy to walk as he is to leash. He's a curious pup that likes to smell all the smells while out for a walk. Ajax is very friendly, likes affection, has a soft mouth, and takes treats gently like a good boy. He loves spending time in the yard socializing and playing with the other dogs in playgroup. His notes say that he's housebroken and is so very smart! Ajax's volunteer friends describe this handsomeness as easy-going and very very playful. His vitality, energy, and playfulness will bring so much joy to your heart.
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
Story: Kylo is all things wonderful! He loves to play ball, sits and gives paw for treats, and has learned that affection from his people friends is pretty great! He shares his kennel with a pal, and they're absolutely hilarious together. They play hard, chasing each other around the play yard, wrestling, and generally having a blast. Kylo is young, energetic, and athletic, so an active home or one with a furry pal to rough house with would be ideal. This very good boy will sit patiently while you leash him up and is a dream to walk - no pulling and walks beside you. He has a sweet, calm demeanor and is an absolute joy to engage with.
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
Story: One word…HANDSOME! Come meet Big Bird today!
Fee: $90. 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
Story: Eddie loves to chat and give hugs - he is a super sweet boy.
Fee: $99, 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
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
Age: 3 year old Chihuahua/Basset mix
Story: Brownie 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
Story: Moose is a sweet and spunky young boy!
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
Story: Apple will be the apple of your eye for sure with this sweet young girl.
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
Sara Brown joined the Star in 2014 after working for the San Pedro Valley New Sun in Benson. She works with letters to the editor, produces Opinion Team chats, and curates columns such as Keeping the Faith, Business Awards and Adopt A Friend.
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