Pet Worth: This Month's Highly Adoptable Animals
Last month, we launched our first collaboration with the Washington Humane Society and highlighted a handful of dogs that needed to find a home. The WHS's goal to "increase adoption, decrease the number of animals in need, and teach responsible pet ownership" is one that we truly believe in, and we're happy to report that two of the dogs we featured in October, Tancho and Nina, found homes!! Nina's new owner saw our photos and knew that she was the right dog for their family. She now lives with a family of five, two young children, two adults and another pit bull who is Nina's new best friend. Sumi, the beautiful and smart Akita mix is still at the shelter waiting to be sprung. Kate was diagnosed with heart worms and has been moved to the Washington Animal Rescue League to recover. She will be up for adoption again once she gets better.
This month, we have more dogs, plus some of their much anticipated feline friends.
Copper
Copper is a 6-year-old Golden Retriever and Chow mix. He is a very relaxed dog who likes walks and affection. Copper was a stray and came to the shelter very skinny, but has since put on weight and is now a healthy boy. Copper would make a great family pet and is good with other dogs, but not cats. This dog will hang by your side and want lots of love. Copper's eyes show how kind and sweet he is.
Champ
Looking at beautiful Champ, a Shepherd and Akita mix, you would never know that he came from an abusive situation. Champ will listen and sit patiently, and likes to be praised. His history of abuse has led Champ to be a bit nervous, and he doesn't like to share his food, so he will require an owner who can understand his fears. Champ is dog friendly, so he can be in a home with another dog, but not with cats. At only 2 and a half years-old, Champ is still very energetic, but he is past the puppy wiggles stage.
Honey
Honey made a long journey to D.C. She's originally from California, and came cross country with her previous owner, who turned to WHS when they could not find a place to live that would allow dogs. Honey's personality is a little bit puppy, and a little bit surfer cool. She is 6 years-old, but very energetic. She's great with kids, and will be friends with a cat on a case by case basis. She also loves her fellow dogs. Honey is a Pit Bull mix, and I am convinced that the mix is partially meerkat. Honey does a trick where she will sit on her back legs like a meerkat and reach her front paws in the air. It is almost as adorable as she is.
Destiny
The last little dog has a big name, Destiny. Destiny is a 10-year-old Jack Russell terrier, a breed that often lives until the upper teens in years. Destiny lived with a family her whole life, but was given to the Humane Society after their daughter moved out and Destiny became stressed by the separation. Despite a few white hairs, Destiny behaves like a much younger dog. She will be a great lap dog at times, but she also likes to play. She can be nervous around other dogs, but will be OK once she meets and adjusts to them. Destiny needs an owner who can manage her nervousness, and then she will be a great family pet.
Dr. Beau
Dr. Beau is a 1-year-old cat whose previous owner was a hoarder. Once Dr. Beau gets comfortable in a situation, all he wants to do is play. He came in with another cat who was adopted, so Dr. Beau is looking for a new buddy. A home with another cat would be ideal.
Kodiak
Kodiak is a 1 and a half year-old who loves getting rubbed. Kodiak likes people, cats and dogs. He is a big love bug. Kodiak is an indoor-only cat who likes to use a scratching post. He's already litterbox trained, so he is ready to be part of a family.
Butch
Our last cat is Butch, who is just over a year old. Butch likes dogs, but not other cats, so he needs a home where he is the only kitty. Butch is not a lap cat; he likes to play and be boisterous. He is also litterbox trained and uses a scratching post.
If you are interested in adopting any of the animals featured, please contact the Washington Humane Society.
All of these dogs are located at the Georgia Avenue shelter:
7319 Georgia Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20012
tel: 202-723-5730
If you want to help but cannot adopt an animal, you can donate to the Washington Humane Society. A $150 donation will cover the average cost of an animal's stay, and help WHS complete their goal of finding a good home for every animal. If funds are tight and you would like to donate some of your time, you can volunteer with the animals at one of the shelters. Lastly, you can also check the list of goods that are on the shelter wish list and to see what you may be able to donate.