By Cindy Peterson
This Week’s Featured Adoptable Pets
Check out these adoptable pets from the Lake County Animal Shelter.
For more information, visit Lakecountyfl.gov/animal-shelter or call (352) 343-9688.
Monty
3 year old American Staff mixMonty we estimate is about 3 years old and is brown brindle and white American Staff mix, neutered male. Monty loves to explore the outdoors! He can be a little shy when meeting new people, but once he becomes comfortable, he will grab his favorite squeaky toy and shake it all around.
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Lily
Year and a half dalmatian mixLily we estimate is about a year and a half and is a white and black dalmatian mix, spayed female. Lily has been a playgroup rock star and loves to run around in the yard with her canine friends!
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Linus
2 year old pit bull mixLinus we estimate to be about 2 years old and is a black and white pit bull mix, neutered male. Linus is young and still has a lot to learn! He would love to attend our FREE dog training class with his new family! He really loves going on a Sniffari and spending time smelling the flowers!
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Brutus
12 year old Labrador Retriever mixBrutus we estimate to be about 12 years old and is a brown Labrador Retriever mix, neutered male. Brutus is sweet senior looking for a comfy couch to enjoy his golden years!
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Jonah
8 year old maleJonah we estimate to be about 8 years old and is a black and white domestic short-hair, neutered male. Jonah is one of our cats that may be best suited as a barn cat! If you are interested in adoption, you can meet him in our AC03 cat room!
Shadow
4 year old maleShadow we estimate to be about 4 years old and is a brown tabby domestic short-hair, neutered male. Shadow is one of our cats that may be best suited as a barn cat! If you are interested in adoption, you can meet him in our AC03 cat room!
Check out these adorable adoptable pets from the Lake County Humane Society, 16435 McKinley Rd. in Umatilla.
For more information on how to start the adoption process, visit www.humanelake.com or call 352-589-7400.
Chevy
7 year old male Catahoula / Shepherd mixSinclair
1 year old maleSadie
2 year old femaleSadie is a lovely 2 year old female kitty. She is very sweet and talkative! She does well with other cats and will make a wonderful addition to a loving home. Sadie is located at Pet Supermarket in Mt. Dora, please contact them about her availability 352-735-1516.
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Joey
1.5 year old Belgian Malinois mixJoey is a handsome 1.5 year old Belgian Malinois mix. He currently weighs 110 lbs but could definitely stand to lose quiet a bit of weight. Joey is very sweet and does well with all people and other dogs (cats unknown, we can test). He is also a super smart pup who completed a 10 week long training program about 7 months ago. He is ready to join his furever home, will that be with you?
Gromit
2 year old male Terrier mixGromit is an adorable 2 year old male Terrier mix weighing 36 lbs. He is a happy-go-lucky pup who unfortunately tested positive for heartworm. He is currently undergoing treatment at our shelter and is available to foster-to-adopt. He is SO sweet and does well with other dogs. Consider meeting Gromit at our shelter!
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Licorice
13 year old maleLicorice is a handsome 13 year old male cat with medium-length hair. Licorice came to our shelter after his owner unfortunately passed away. He likes to be brushed and also enjoys attention, but on his terms. He lived in a home with other cats and dogs. Licorice would love nothing more than to find a home to spend his golden years in. If you’re looking for a mellow boy who isn’t overly affectionate, consider meeting Licorice.
Here are a couple of adorable pups from A Forever Home Animal Rescue at 2950 CR 561 in Tavares.
For more information, visit www.aforeverhomeanimalrescue.org or call (407) 221-1855.
We Are Hiring! Kennel tech./ & Manger Wanted Hrs 6 Hr shifts range 8-2p, & 10-4p. Wkdays/ Wkends 24hrs a Wk. in Tavares at K9 Rescue, send résumés to lmasters@cfl.rr.com or call 407-221-1855.
Brynlee
2-year-old female Jack Russell mixBrynlee is a 2-year-old female Jack Russell mix weighing approximately 13 pounds. She was confiscated by animal services and was so fearful that you could not even touch her. She was very timid but now she is friendly and always wagging her tail. She is so mellow and quiet. We have never heard her bark. She will not walk on a leash and she is not house trained yet, but we are working on it. She gets along well with the other dogs but no cats or children please. Her adoption donation is $200 which includes her spay, vaccinations and microchip.
Littles
6-year-old female Fox Terrier mixLittles is a 6-year-old female Fox Terrier mix weighing approximately 16 pounds. She is adorable with markings like a Dalmatian, long legs and a taut body. She is very timid until she gets to know you. She is very mellow and easygoing. She is content to just stay by herself. She gets along with the other dogs but has not been child or cat tested. She loves to walk on a leash and play in the yard. Her adoption donation is $250 which includes her spay, vaccinations, microchip. She is a very sweet dog so please come to meet her.
Maui and Moana
16-week brother and sister min pinsMaui and Moana are bonded “brother and sister” min pins.
Maui is a 16-week-old male and weighs 7.12 pounds. Moana is a 15-week-old female and weighs 7.10 pounds. They have such unique and beautiful markings. They are very active and vocal. They love attention and will do whatever they can to get it. They love to play with their toys. They are not fully house-trained but will use the potty pad. The adoption donation for the pair is $800 which includes their neuter/spay (when old enough), puppy vaccinations and microchip.Boyd
1-yr-old Boxer/mixBoyd is a 1-yr-old Boxer/mix weighing approx. 27 lbs. He is one of the sweetest dogs you will ever meet. He loves everyone, including puppies. His room is near the puppies and he is always trying to check on them to be sure they are ok. We were told that he lived his life tied to the porch ☹. He is not fully house-trained but is learning quickly & he walks well on a leash. He is handsome with his brindle coat, black face and long body and legs. His adoption donation is $300 which includes his neuter, vaccinations, microchip.
Lilo
6-yr-old female Corgi/Chihuahua mixLilo is a 6-yr-old female Corgi/Chihuahua mix weighing 21 lbs. She is a sweet, friendly, happy dog but you must give her time to warm up to you. She gets along with the other dogs but seems to prefer her human. She has not been cat or child tested. Her adoption donation is $250 which includes her spay, vaccinations, microchip. She is a snuggle bunny and is looking for a lap to snuggle on.
Penny
7-year-old ChihuahuaPenny is a 7-year-old Chihuahua weighing approximately 8 pounds. She may be a little shy when she first meets new people but just give her a few minutes and she is all lovable. She walks well on a leash and gets along with the other dogs, but she has not been cat or child tested. Her adoption donation is $150 which includes her spay, vaccinations, microchip.
Kash
8-yr-old Corgi mixKash is an 8-yr-old Corgi mix weighing 22 pounds. This boy is all muscle! He Is very handsome with his brindle coat and strong body. He is very protective of his owners and does not get along with strangers or other dogs. There was an incident where a minor bite occurred. He was lovable and great in the home but he felt he had to protect his owner when he was being walked. So he is best in a quiet home with a fenced in yard. His adoption donation is $100 which includes his neuter, vaccinations, microchip.
Originally from the small town of Berryville, Arkansas, Cindy has become a multimedia specialist in journalism, photography, videography, and video editing. She has a B.S. in Communications from the University of Central Arkansas and produces Style Magazine's Sports Hub Podcast and the Healthy Living Podcast. She also produces for Beacon College’s Telly Award-winning PBS show, “A World of Difference.” When she isn’t working, Cindy loves traveling the National Parks with her husband , Ryan, and son, David, photographing wildlife.