Pets of the Week Need a Home

Looking for companionship? Animals offer us unconditional love, complete loyalty and many hours of entertainment.

They give us a reason for getting up when life has thrown us a curve and offer complete support when we seek out new challenges. It's scientifically proven that the shared bond between us has substantial health benefits for both sides.

There are plenty of animals at the Cobb County Animal Control shelter ready to step up and offer companionship, with at least one for every person interested. The adoption fees are low (ranging from $30 - $40) and you'll receive a certificate for a free health exam and 20 percent discount on spay/neuter surgery with participating local veterinarians.

Why not make the move and begin a new relationship today?

This week’s pets in the spotlight are both male, both strays, and both very special - Spencer and Rascal.

Spencer - a small 7-pound orange tabby is big with heart. This week was hard for me at the shelter, having learned of the death of three formerly featured pets. I entered the cat room crying. All cats' eyes turned toward me as I made my way down the aisle. One lone paw reached out to me as if to say, “Don’t cry. It’s going to be okay.” Of course I cried more. That paw belonged to Spencer, a stray, a beautiful spirited cat with magical eyes. He had me smiling in no time. He is comfortable with himself and within his cage. When I left, Spencer was sitting on the ledge in his cage with his leg hanging down – chilling...waiting patiently for that person, who is just as special as he is, to take him home. ID No. 527762. 

Rascal - what a funny guy this one-year-old, 36pound tan, retriever mix is. He sat quiet and calm in his cage … what an easy dog to photograph, I thought. Outside we went. Was he interested in me? Not one bit. He turned every which way but frontward. A volunteer came to help but still Rascal eluded the camera directly. This guy loves treats, being outside, and lots of action. Rascal has been at the shelter since the first of December. He is ready to get out and have some fun. He would be a great dog for kids, especially ones that like to play. ID No. 525741.    

Animals at the shelter have only two ways out – adoption or death. If you are looking for a new furry friend, please check out the animals at the county shelter. Save a life and make a life-long friend.

View more animals available for adoption at the Cobb County Animal Control shelter on these two sites: www.petfinder.com/shelters/GA50.html and www.facebook.com/FOSACobb.

Also, an indoor yard sale to benefit Animal Rescue is scheduled for Apri. For more information visit: MostlyMutts.org