LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – It's a full house at Lake County Animal Care and Control this week, with dogs of all kinds needing homes.
Dogs available this week are mixes of cattle dog, Chihuahua, dachshund, Doberman, English Bulldog, German Shepherd, Labrador Retriever, pit bull, Rhodesian Ridgeback, Shar Pei, shepherd and terrier.
Some of the dogs are available for low adoption fees.
Dogs that are adopted from Lake County Animal Care and Control are either neutered or spayed, microchipped and, if old enough, given a rabies shot and county license before being released to their new owner. License fees do not apply to residents of the cities of Lakeport or Clearlake.
If you're looking for a new companion, visit the shelter. There are many great pets hoping you'll choose them.
In addition to the animals featured here, all adoptable animals in Lake County can be seen here: http://bit.ly/Z6xHMb .
The following dogs at the Lake County Animal Care and Control shelter have been cleared for adoption (additional dogs on the animal control Web site not listed are still “on hold”).
Dachshund-Chihuahua mix
This male dachshund-Chihuahua mix has a short tan coat and brown eyes.
He's in kennel No. 3, ID No. 1844.
'Buck'
“Buck” is a male terrier and dachshund mix.
He has a short black and tan coat, with some white markings.
He's in kennel No. 4, ID No. 835.
'Rascal'
“Rascal” is a male terrier mix with a short multicolored coat.
He's in kennel No. 5, ID No. 1832.
'Butters'
“Butters” is a handsome male pit bull terrier mix has a short tan and white coat.
He is about 2 years old and weighs 70 pounds. He was found in the Kelseyville area as a stray.
Shelter staff said he loves people and can't wait to be in a new home.
He's in kennel No. 6, ID No. 1664.
'Dunkin'
“Dunkin” is a 2-year-old Shar Pei and shepherd mix with a short, uniquely colored coat.
He weighs about 70 pounds and is looking for a home with lots of room to run and play and time for training and encouragement.
Dunkin is house broken and ready to be with an active family or individual. He's available for a low adoption fee.
Find him in kennel No. 7, ID No. 1823.
'Copper'
“Copper” is a young male pit bull terrier mix.
He has a short red and white coat, and already has been neutered, so he has a low adoption fee.
Copper is in kennel No. 8, ID No. 1738.
'BeBe'
“BeBe” is a female pit bull terrier mix has a pretty face and a short gray and white coat.
She's 2 years old and weighs 53 pounds.
Found as a stay with “Butters,” she is friendly loves to play with other dogs, male or female. Shelter staff doesn't recommend her for a home with cats, but she has no food guarding issues.
She's in kennel No. 9, ID No. 1663.
'Casper'
“Casper” is a male cattle dog mix with a short, tricolor coat.
He's in kennel No. 10, ID No. 1843.
'Ceasar'
“Ceasar” is a male boxer-pit bull mix found on Highway 29 in the Kelseyville area.
Shelter staff said he is about 1 year old and weighs 70 pounds. He has a sweet personality, enjoys playing and being with people.
Ceasar could be a great running companion for an active individual or family member.
He's in kennel No. 11, ID No. 1824.
'Shiloh'
“Shiloh” is a 7-month-old shepherd-pit bull mix.
He weighs 37 pounds, and is small enough to curl up on the couch with you.
He's looking for someone willing to give him the time and love he deserves. Shelter staff said Shiloh needs a family or individual with extra time to play with him and train this young pup.
Shiloh is in kennel No. 12, ID No. 1808.
Chihuahua mix
This female Chihuahua mix has a short white coat with brown markings.
She is in kennel No. 13, ID No. 1851.
'Max'
“Max” is a male Labrador Retriever-German Shepherd mix.
He is 3 years old, weighs nearly 60 pounds and has a medium sable and black coat.
Shelter staff said he is well trained: Max knows his commands and is leash trained.
He is looking for a family to be a part of or an individual who will love him.
He's in kennel No. 15, ID No. 1770.
'Roxie'
“Roxie” is a female Labrador Retriever mix who came into the shelter along with Max.
She is 4 years old, weighs 69 pounds and already is spayed, so she is available for a low adoption fee.
Roxie also is leash trained and knows basic commands, and has beautiful big brown eyes.
Roxie is in kennel No. 16, ID No. 1771.
'Rosie'
“Rosie” is a 2-year-old female English Bulldog mix with white and brown brindle markings on a short coat.
She weighs 45 pounds and has no aggression issues toward other dogs.
Rosie loves people and is looking for the right home to come a long.
She's in kennel No. 31, ID No. 1734.
Rhodesian Ridgeback mix
This female Rhodesian Ridgeback mix, along with her brother, came in as a stray from the Hendricks Road area in Lakeport.
She is 4 years old, weighs 54.5 pounds, and has a short brown coat and black markings.
Shelter staff said she is mellow, very sweet and a little shy, but warms up once she's had a chance to get to know a person.
She is heartworm positive so she will need treatment. Call for a quote for medications.
She's in kennel No. 32a, ID No. 1757.
Rhodesian Ridgeback mix
This male Rhodesian Ridgeback mix came in with his sister, and is also 4 years old.
Shelter staff says he gets along well with cats; his tail wagged as he watched them play.
Anyone who is interested in adopting him and who has dogs already is asked to submit an application and introduce bring their dogs in for an introduction.
He is slightly shy but with some training he could be a wonderful addition to your family or for an individual.
He's in kennel No. 32b, ID No. 1762.
'Mel'
“Mel” is a 1-year-old male Doberman Pinscher-Shar Pei mix, with a short brown and white coat, and stunning green eyes, who is looking for an active family or individual to give him a new home.
If you want a dog that loves to be by your side 24/7, Mel would be perfect for you.
Shelter staff doesn't recommend him for a home with cats. Those with dogs wanting to adopt Mel should submit an application and bring their dogs in for an introduction.
He's in kennel No. 33a, ID No. 1718.
To fill out an adoption application online visit http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control/Adopt/Dog___Cat_Adoption_Application.htm .
Lake County Animal Care and Control is located at 4949 Helbush in Lakeport, next to the Hill Road Correctional Facility.
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. The shelter is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Visit the shelter online at http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control.htm .
For more information call Lake County Animal Care and Control at 707-263-0278.
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