More than 700 cats and dogs are currently housed at the Pima Animal Care Centerย โ the highest the shelter has seen this year, PACC says.
That means if you've been wanting a furry friend, now is the perfect time to get one. PACC has dogs and cats of all sizes, ages, and breeds.
"Whatever pet youโre looking for, we can help you find it," PACC Director of Animal Services Kristen Auerbach said in a news release. "We really need help to get these wonderful pets homes."
All pets come spayed or neutered with vaccinations, a microchip, and a free vet visit.ย
And if you aren't quite ready to commit to a pet adoption, fostering is an available option, too.
But to make the adoption process a bit more fun, PACC is holding "Pumpkin Patch Adoptions" for the remaining days of October.
How it works: Find a pet, visit PACC's "pumpkin patch," and pick out a pumpkin. The bottom of the pumpkin will have a discount for pets who are four months or older.ย
PACC is also hosting a Halloween event on Sunday, Oct. 28 that includes costumes, raffles, and games. There's also an online pet costume contest prior to Halloween.
PACC is located at 4000 N. Silverbell Road and is open 12 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends.
Adoptable Animals in Tucson:
Looking for a four-legged friend? Here are adoptable animals in Tucson
Adopt a friend: Jezebel
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JEZEBEL
ID: 850718.
Age: 3 years.
Story: Jezebel os a lovable girl who loves ear scratches. She has Feline Leukemia (FeLV), this means she will need to live in a low-stress home and live exclusively indoors. She can go to a home with other FeLV positive cats, as well as, FeLV negative cats that have been properly vaccinated against the disease. My adoption includes FREE FeLV testing and vaccinations for your current cats at home. Cats with FeLV can live long and healthy lives.
Fee: $80, includes FREE FeLV testing and vaccinations for your current cats at home.
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus 520-327-6088, ext. 173
Meet: 635 W. Roger Road. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays- Saturdays; noon-5 p.m. Sundays.
Adopt a friend: Goose
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GOOSE
ID: 854919.
Age: 8 years.
Story: Goose loves to people watch, go on walks and has very good leash manors. He enjoys spending his days lounging indoors on a comfortable bed. Goose is house trained and will wait by the door when he needs to go outside if you do not have a doggie door. He knows sit and shake but prefers to shower people in doggie kisses. Goose has atopic dermatitis, better known as allergies, that are considered moderate and includes redness of my feet and muzzle if left untreated. He will need medication, medicated baths, and a special diet that includes fish oil.
Fee: $50.
Contact: The Humane Society of Southern Arizona Main Campus 520-327-6088, ext. 173
Meet: 635 W. Roger Road. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays- Saturdays; noon-5 p.m. Sundays.
Adopt a friend: Kenny
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KENNY โ DSH
ID No.: A637755.
Age: 3 years.
Story: Kenny loves to give affection. Heโs a sweet boy whose eyes light up when you enter the room.
Fee: Member of the Long Timers Club and has a $0 adoption fee. Take him home for free today.
Find it: PACC, 4000 N. Silverbell Road. 724-7222.
Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Adopt a friend: Angus
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ANGUS
ID No.: A641416.
Age: 3 years.
Story: Angus loves the finer things in life โ like treats, a comfy bed, toys and good can of tuna. He would enjoy a cat tree to sleep on and has requested a window so he can be a bird watcher.
Fee: Member of the Long Timers Club and has a $0 adoption fee.
Find it: PACC, 4000 N. Silverbell Road. 724-7222.
Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Adopt a friend: Altair
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ALTAIR
ID No.: A633846.
Age: 3 years.
Story: Altair is a super loyal and loving guy with a playful and fun personality. Heโs a fantastic walking/running partner, and he will chase a ball all day long. Itโs rare that youโll see him without a stuffy in his mouth, carrying it around ever so gently.
Fee: Member of the Long Timers Club and has a $0 adoption fee plus a $19 license fee.
Find it: PACC, 4000 N. Silverbell Road. 724-7222.
Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Adopt a friend: Eli
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ELI
ID No.: A636701.
Age: 5 years.
Story: Eli has the sweetest disposition. He walks easily, takes treats gently, is very calm, and well-mannered.
Fee: Member of the Long Timers Club and has a $0 adoption fee. Just pay the $19 license fee to take him home.
Find it: PACC, 4000 N. Silverbell Road. 724-7222.
Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Adopt a friend: Ludwig
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LUDWIG
ID No.: A640799.
Age: 7 years
Story: Ludwig is a big-hearted, lovable, goofy guy who is treat motivated. Heโs also very sweet and patient.
Fee: Member of the Long Timers Club and has a $0 adoption fee. There is a $19 license fee.
Find it: PACC, 4000 N. Silverbell Road. 724-7222.
Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Adopt a friend: Chief
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CHIEF
ID No.: A642690.
Age: 2 years.
Story: Chief has quite the fan club at PACC! He leashes up wonderfully and walks like a dream. This guy is affectionate and always wants to please.
Fee: Member of the Long Timers Club and has a $0 adoption fee. A $19 license fee applies to adult dogs.
Find it: PACC, 4000 N. Silverbell Road. 724-7222.
Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Adopt a friend: Kiki
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KIKI — SHORTHAIRED CALICO
Age: 3 years.
Story: Kiki had been chased by a dog for three years and become a little wary and defensive. When Kiki is cool, calm, and confident she is a love bug. She’s used to a family and enjoys playing with dangly toys and older kids.
Fee: $45.
Contact: The Animal League of Green Valley at 520-625-3170 or www.talgv.org.
Meet: TALGV, 1600 W. Duval Mine Road.
Hours: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Daily.
Adopt a friend: Bambi
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BAMBI — CHIHUAHUA/POMERANIAN
Age: 4 years.
Story: Bambi takes a minute to warm up but when she does she shows her true self. She’s bright, vivacious, and spunky. Bambi is petite, lively and attentive.
Fee: $85.
Contact: The Animal League of Green Valley at 520-625-3170 or www.talgv.org.
Meet: TALGV, 1600 W. Duval Mine Roa
Contact: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Daily.
Adopt a friend: London
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LONDON — GREYHOUND
Age: 3 years.
Story: London loves people and doing new things, he’s a bit of an adventurist. London needs to be in a home with no cats or small dogs and would like a companion
to hang out with.
Fee: $350.
Contact: Southern Arizona Greyhound Adoption, (520) 955-7421, sagreyhoundadoption.org, adoption@sagreyhoundadoption.org.
Adopt a friend: Shiloh
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SHILOH — CHIHUAHUA
Age: 2 years.
Story: Shiloh is very active and playful. He is reserved when meeting new people, but when you win him over, he is quite the love bug giving kisses. He gets along well with other dogs and is a lot of fun. He likes to play “Bandit,” he steals things and takes them to the yard to put in a pile. Shiloh also enjoys taking a walk and does well on car rides. He would probably do best in a home where he has another dog or children to play with.
Fee: $200.
Southern Arizona Beagle Rescue, 520-247-7720, or www.soazbeaglerescue.com.
Meet: By appointment.
Adopt a friend: Nightshade
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NIGHTSHADE
Age: 4 months.
Story: Nightshade is a beautiful black lady who loves being held, petted and brushed. She came with two other kittens and she loves to play. She will do well with another kitten or a friendly cat to guide her. She needs an indoor-only home and plenty of love.
Fee: $50, includes microchip, spaying and current shots.
Contact Info: Paws Patrol, Green Valley, AZ, (520)207-4024.
Adopt a friend: Hemmingway
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HEMMINGWAY โ DSH BLACK
Age: 5 years.
Story: Hemmingway is a very sweet, gorgeous boy. Heโs outgoing, loving and very affectionate, heโll follow you around if you visit him, so he can supervise you, as you go about your day. Heโs a little playful, but well past the kitten stage. He gets along great with other kitties, but we donโt know how he feels about dogs. Hemmingway needs a human of his own to supervise and follow around, so he can keep them in line.
Fee: $65.
Contact: The Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter; 5278 E. 21st St.
Meet: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; Closed Sunday-Monday.
