Dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and sizes are available through area animal rescues and shelters, as well as opportunities to help homeless animals through foster programs, donations and help with fundraisers and other family-friendly activities. Contact a rescue near you to learn more.
Montgomery county Animal Control and Adoption Service
Janet is an adult female hound mix who is very scared in her shelter environment. She is very loving and would make a wonderful companion.
Titan is an adult male domestic short hair who was found as a stray. He is very affectionate and loves to be held.
Find them at the Montgomery County Animal Shelter, 616 N. Spring St., 931-648-5750, www.petfinder.com/shelters/TN20.html
Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County
Faye is a 3-year-old, 50-pound, spayed female pit bull terrier. She gets along great with other dogs, preferably males but does not like cats. Faye would make a wonderful companion. Find her through the Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County, 931-648-8042, www.petfinder.com/shelters/TN07.html
Montgomery County Friends of the Shelter
Bugsy is an adorable 4-month-old, male Boston terrier mix. He knows how to sit and fetches like a champ. Bugsy is working on housebreaking which will be easier for him to learn in a home. He gives awesome kisses and especially loves ears. Find him at Montgomery County Friends of the Shelter, 931-368-8786, www.petfinder.com/shelters/TN674.html
Cats Are Us
Dorie is a young, spayed female dilute calico. She is fully vetted and litter-box trained. Dorie gets along great with other cats and loves people. Find her at Cats Are Us, 119 Providence Blvd., 931-503-0053, 9 a.m.-noon Monday-Saturday, www.catsareus.petfinder.org. Adoption events at PetSmart, 2784 Wilma Rudolph Blvd. Friday thru Sunday from noon until 4 p.m.
Second Chance & Happy Tails
Tia is a 1.5-year-old, 12-pound, spayed female Boston terrier/Chihuahua mix who was found on the side of the road, hit by a car. She had no internal injuries and has fully recovered. Tia gets along great with other dogs but needs a home with older children. She is a playful, sweet and loving little dog who will make a wonderful companion. Find her at Second Chance & Happy Tails, 931-503-8300, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., www.secondchancehappytails.petfinder.org
Dover Humane Society
Miracle is a 2-year-old, spayed female pit bull terrier. She was found in the country where she was attacked and lost part of her right ear. Miracle has recovered nicely from her injuries. She gets along fantastic with children and is good with some other dogs. Miracle is super sweet and will make an excellent companion. Find her through the Humane Society of Dover-Stewart, 931-232-8165, www.humanesocietydover.petfinder.org. Adoption events at PetSmart, 2784 Wilma Rudolph Blvd. Sundays from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Stewart County Faithful Friends Animal Rescue
Duke is a 4-year-old neutered male boxer/shar pei mix who was found in a local park, tied to a post. He is fully vetted, house-broken, crate and lead trained. Duke loves to sunbathe, lie on the couch and will stand on his back legs to beg for a treat. He loves people and would make a great family or protection dog. Find him through Stewart County Faithful Friends Animal Rescue, 931-627-1459, www.petfinder.com/shelters/TN636.html
Pets Are Worth Saving – PAWS-TN
Lexie is a 2-3-year-old, 40-pound, spayed female Labrador retriever/terrier mix. She is fully vetted, house and crate-trained. Lexie gets along great with other dogs as well as children. She knows how to sit and will learn new tricks for a treat. Lexie loves chasing balls and will make a perfect companion. Find her through PAWS-TN, 931-801-0313, www.pawstn.com
Fort Campbell Stray Animal Impound Facility
Suzie is a 6-month-old, female orange tabby. She is extremely calm and loves to be held. Suzie is very curious and eager to explore new things. She loves to sit in your lap and cuddle with you. Find her at the Fort Campbell Stray Animal Impound Facility, 5290 8th Street, 270-798-5519, www.petfinder.com/shelters/KY244.html. All civilians and military are welcome.