Take your pick: These cats and dogs from the Jacksonville area yearn for a forever home
Cold Noses, The Florida Times-Union's weekly pet column, features dogs and cats available for adoption at area government-run animal shelters.
• Nassau County Animal Services, 86078 License Road, Fernandina Beach. Call (904) 530-6150. To view available animals, go to nassaucountyfl.com/845/Animal-Services or facebook.com/NassauCountyAnimalServices. Kittens are available for adoption at Petco stores at 463713 Florida 200 in Yulee and 11900 Atlantic Blvd. in Jacksonville; Tractor Supply Co., 463184 Florida 200 in Yulee; and Pet Supplies Plus, 6500 Georgia 40, St. Marys, Ga.
Rocky is a 2-year-old old, 60-pound male mixed-breed dog (ID No. 57642163). He is sweet and ready for his forever home. The shelter recommends potential adopters have a meet-and-greet with any dogs they already have in the home.
Wiggles is a 6-month-old, 41-pound male mixed-breed dog (ID No. 58469090). He loves to play but also has a cuddly side. Wiggles is heartworm negative and ready for his forever home.
• St. Johns County Pet Center, 130 N. Stratton Road, St. Augustine. Call (904) 209-6190. To view available animals, go to co.st-johns.fl.us/animalcontrol/petcenter.aspx. Friends of the St. Johns County Center group has shelter cats available for adoption Saturdays at PetSmart, 1779 S. U.S. 1 in St. Augustine, facebook.com/fosjcpc.
Henry is a 4-year-old male Plott Hound mix dog (ID No. 78224). He is friendly, loyal and sweet. His cheerful demeanor brightens up the room and he has a way of making everyone he meets feel special. He's the kind of dog who will be by your side, through thick and thin.
Annabella is a 3-year-old female domestic shorthair cat (ID No. 78533). She is friendly, sweet and adaptable. She has playful kitten days blended with a mature cat's calm. She is a social butterfly and gets along well with children and other cats.
• Jacksonville Animal Care and Protective Services, 2020 Forest St. Call (904) 630-2489 or email jaxpets@coj.net. To view available animals, go to coj.net/pets or facebook.com/jaxanimalcare. Also in Jacksonville, the local Humane Society and Winn-Dixie will host an adoption weekend 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 24 to 25, and noon to 4 p.m. on Monday, May 26. The society is at 8464 Beach Blvd. About 100 dogs and cats will be available for adoption, including some with waived fees. The first 50 adoptions up to a total of $2,500 will be free and Winn-Dixie will provide $10 off coupons for $50 purchases for the first 100 adopters.
Paris Hilton is a 3-year-old female mixed-breed dog (ID No. A1454371). She is a superstar and a diva, silly and adventurous. She loves a good long walk followed by a snooze in the sun. She will win you over just like she did with her shelter volunteer friends.
Sloan is an 8-year-old female domestic shorthair cat (ID No. A1346477). She likes to take it easy and enjoy life and relax and is looking for a human pal or two who enjoys the same lifestyle. If you're looking for a beautiful, easy-going feline friend, look no further.
• Clay County Animal Services, 3984 W. Florida 16, Green Cove Springs. Call (904) 269-6342 or email clayadoptions@claycountygov.com. To view available animals, go to claycountygov.com/community/animal-services or facebook.com/ClayCtyAnimals.
Hops is a 4-year-old, 43-pound female mixed-breed dog (ID No. A0058340891). She is all about exploration, sniffing out the world's best scents. She loves leisurely walks and squeaky toys to add to her ever-growing collection — she's always ready to embrace life's little joys.
Agatha Danburry is a 1-year-old, 9-pound female domestic shorthair cat (ID No. A0058400611). She is independent and has mastered the art of ruling her domain with grace, confidence and a touch of sass. She seeks a cozy indoor kingdom with tall cat towers, but she also wants safe outdoor adventures.
• Putnam County Animal Services, 174 County Landfill Road, Palatka. Call (386) 329-0396 option #1. To view available animals, go to bit.ly/2EKoICq or bit.ly/34NqoGB. Adoptable dogs will be available 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 24, at PetSense at 113 Town and Country Drive in Palatka. Also, the store always has cats available for adoption.
Franklin is a 2-year-old male Malinois mix dog (no ID number available). He is friendly and wants affection. He is house-trained and walks well on a leash. He gets along with other dogs but not livestock.
Lucy is a 10-month-old female Labrador mix (no ID number available). She is friendly and gets along well with other dogs.
bcravey@jacksonville.com, (904) 359-4109
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