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Tuesday, March 3, 2026

"SCULLY" *Foster home GERMAN SHEPHERD *Impeccable Manners *calm home* "MCAS"

 

"SCULLY " is Available for adoption at Multnomah County Animal Services!

MCAS hours/ Location

2/3/26adopted  Date found: Saturday, January 24, 2026
Location found: ADOPTION RETURN
How did we get this animal: Adoption Return
Adoption cost: $160.00 each License fee: $27.00 (Multnomah County residents only
  
SCULLY aka Lolo #367397 Breed: German Shepherd Spayed female, 2 yrs 8 mths 67 lbs
 
*Foster home* 
 

 
Scully is a beautiful, smart girl who is fully house-trained, polite, and obedient. She gets in her bed when you tell her and waits patiently while her food is being prepared. She can be timid at first, but has quickly built up confidence in her foster home. She is great on a leash and is the happiest girl when she can get out and do her sniffies! In her foster home, she gets along great with the resident dog and has quickly modeled his more mature behavior. As a high-energy girl, she will be happiest and best-behaved in a home with a playful, confident, and respectful dog buddy from whom she can learn social cues, or a work-from-home human who will take her on multiple walks, daily runs, or other high-energy activities. She displays the typical prey drive toward cats or squirrels, but will stop when told. She can get overstimulated while playing with other dogs, but her foster family says this behavior is improving every day. She desperately wants and deserves to be a proper puppy who can run and play!
 




 

"SUBIE" CUTIE!! Gentle, sweet SHEPHERD mix PUP *patience please* "MCAS"

"SUBIE" is Available for adoption at Multnomah County Animal Services!

MCAS hours/ Location

Date found: Thursday, Ferbuary 26, 2026
Location found: EBurnside and MLK, Portland
How did we get this animal: Stray
Adoption cost: $160.00 each License fee: $27.00 (Multnomah County residents only
 
SUBIE #386559 Breed: Shepherd, male 8 mths 37 lbs
https://www.multcopets.org/adoptable/386559
Say hello to Subie, a gentle 8-month-old German Shepherd mix who is looking for a patient soul to show him the ropes! This sweet boy is a little more "slow-and-steady" than high-speed, as he's naturally shy and takes a bit of time to feel comfortable with new faces. Once you've earned his trust, however, Subie's loyal heart shines through, making every small milestone feel like a major victory. He's looking for a calm, supportive home where he can build his confidence at his own pace and blossom into the devoted companion he was born to be. 🐾✨🐕‍🦺
 

"CEDAR" KELPIE mix "CLACKAMAS County DOG SERVICES "

The dogs at Clackamas Co shelter have a harder time getting adopted since recent budget cuts closed the shelter on Saturdays.

 The longer stays are tough on dogs!  Please consider taking some on a Tues thru Friday 1:00-4:00 to visit with one of the adoptable dogs!

CLACKAMAS County DOG SERVICES 

Adopt INFO 

'Look through our adoptable dogs to find the perfect match for you and your family. We assign each dog a breed and do our best to describe the dog's personality. Please read each dog's profile closely before applying or coming in. Meets with dogs are set up only when an approved application is on file and the adopter meets the basic suitability requirements for a particular dog. We actively seek rescue placement for our dogs who have medical needs, training needs, or for dogs who just haven't found their forever home through us. Dogs who are noted to be "Committed to Rescue" are not currently viewable for adoption, and they may have a home already through their rescue placement. You are welcome to fill out an online application for us to pre-approve and keep on file. Then, when your dream dog comes in, the adoption process will be much quicker" 

 "Our dogs all go home with their spay/neuter completed, microchipped, rabies vaccinated, DHPP vaccine, Bordetella vaccine, are heart worm tested, one month flea/tick preventative applied, and with a 1 year license included. They also will have their teeth checked and any needed dental work done prior to going home, too!"  CCDS FB

Learn more about me!
Visit the Clackamas County Dog Shelter or call 503-655-8628
13141 SE Hwy 212, Clackamas, OR 97015
Tuesday through Friday, 1 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
https://www.clackamas.us/dogs
13141 SE Hwy 212 Clackamas, OR 97015

General adoption info 

 "CEDAR" Available for Adoption at "CLACKAMAS CO DOG Services"

 Shelter ID: 106268 Breed: Australian Kelpie/Mix  spayed female 5 yr

adoption fee $205 

Description: Hello, my name is Cedar. I am not sure exactly what all my genealogy background is, but I believe there is some Australian Kelpie and Australian Cattle Dog because I have a lot of herding characteristics. Please don't hold my initial behavior of being standoffish towards strangers against me. If you take me for a short walk and let me get to know you, I will likely melt your heart with all my personality. So come on down to the shelter to meet me. Take it nice and slow so we can get to know one another. I have made friends with all the shelter staff and they love me as much as I love them. I do like to play ball; it is my jam! I fetch like a pro. I retrieve the ball and then drop it at your feet. It is a great way for me to exercise in the back yard. I walk well on a leash which will be nice for long walks in the neighborhood. I can't wait to meet you, see you soon!

1) Cedar is a 5-year-old Australian Kelpie mix who will do best in a home with some dog experience. One that will give her plenty of positive reinforcement and exercise through walks, obedience classes, hikes and/or play sessions.

2) We do not know how Cedar would act towards cats or small animals. Due to the breed characteristics a family with no cats or small animals would be preferred. Please be sure to discuss this with your adoption counselor if you have small animals living in the house.

3) Cedar will do best with kids 13 and up due to her size and breed characteristics of having strong herding instincts.

4) Cedar may do great with dogs similar in size who are respectful of other dogs' space. If you have another dog in your home, we will need to set up a meet and greet.

5) Cedar likes to be active so a secured fenced yard would work best for her to get proper exercise.
 

"OSPREY" "VOLUNTEER FAV!**AFFECTIONATE HUSKY** (Waiting so long...)"CLACKAMAS County DOG SERVICES "

 Poor "Osprey" has been waiting 4 months in a shelter kennel...She is said to be very affectionate, and a volunteer favorite.

The dogs at Clackamas Co shelter have a harder time getting adopted since recent budget cuts closed the shelter on Saturdays.

 The longer stays are tough on dogs!  Please consider taking some on a Tues thru Friday 1:00-4:00 pm to visit with one of the adoptable dogs!

CLACKAMAS County DOG SERVICES 

Adopt INFO 

'Look through our adoptable dogs to find the perfect match for you and your family. We assign each dog a breed and do our best to describe the dog's personality. Please read each dog's profile closely before applying or coming in. Meets with dogs are set up only when an approved application is on file and the adopter meets the basic suitability requirements for a particular dog. We actively seek rescue placement for our dogs who have medical needs, training needs, or for dogs who just haven't found their forever home through us. Dogs who are noted to be "Committed to Rescue" are not currently viewable for adoption, and they may have a home already through their rescue placement. You are welcome to fill out an online application for us to pre-approve and keep on file. Then, when your dream dog comes in, the adoption process will be much quicker" 

 "Our dogs all go home with their spay/neuter completed, microchipped, rabies vaccinated, DHPP vaccine, Bordetella vaccine, are heart worm tested, one month flea/tick preventative applied, and with a 1 year license included. They also will have their teeth checked and any needed dental work done prior to going home, too!"  CCDS FB

Learn more about me!
Visit the Clackamas County Dog Shelter or call 503-655-8628
13141 SE Hwy 212, Clackamas, OR 97015
Tuesday through Friday, 1 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
https://www.clackamas.us/dogs
13141 SE Hwy 212 Clackamas, OR 97015

General adoption info

 "OSPREY" Available for Adoption at "CLACKAMAS CO DOG Services"

 Shelter ID: 106176 Breed: Siberian Husky spayed female 

 4 yrs 50 lbs  adoption fee $205

Description: Soft as silk, Osprey will bring more to her future family than meets the eye! Osprey is a young Siberian Husky lady at about 4 years of age and weighs about 50lbs, and is looking for a moderately active family to shower her with all the affection she deserves! Osprey knows that she is a queen, and is looking for the royal treatment from her new family - primarily, for her, that means being the only dog in the home. When out and about for walks, she prefers to not be around other dogs, so asks for a dog-park free life and an owner who is going to advocate for her if she encounters another dog while on walks. She isn't over-the-top about her displeasure with other dogs, but she just doesn't prefer to be closer than about 5 feet from a strange dog. She will happily and easily walk on leash (no pulling from her!) and really, really loves her people. If you're ready to bestow the royal treatment on a new queen, Osprey can't wait to meet you.

photo courtesy volunteer 

 1) Osprey will need an experienced owner who will advocate for her in situations that make her uncomfortable. She wants a home that understands that she does NOT want to go to dog parks, dog socials, or really anywhere that there are likely to be off-leash dogs.

2) Osprey wants to be the only dog in her home. Although she came into the shelter with a male dog who she tolerates, she really just would rather have her own space. On walks, if a dog is too close, she will chatter at them and let it be known that SHE is the boss, so needs an owner who will make sure to keep her comfortable by not letting other dogs invade her personal space.
 

3) We don't know how Osprey will be with cats or other small animals, so be sure to discuss proper introductions between Osprey and any resident small animals with your adoption counselor. Huskies are known to have a higher prey drive, so an experienced owner would be best.

4) Due to her desire to be the queen of her home, Osprey would likely do best in a home where any children present are at least 13 years of age. She requests that she be taken on walks by adults who will advocate for her if she is uncomfortable.

photo courtesy volunteer 

"VIOLA" CATAHOULA/PITMIX "PROJECT POOCH"

   Project POOCH, quite simply, changes lives. We operate a kennel inside a youth correctional facility and pair currently incarcerated youth with shelter dogs. The youth learn kennel management, positive reinforcement, grooming, and training techniques. The youth learn what it means to be depended on by another living creature and what it means to be trusted and relied upon. And, they learn what unconditional love feels like—sometimes for the first time. Our dogs get trained, loved, and adopted into their forever homes. There is no limit to the amount of time a dog spends in our care, and we are focused on the individual needs of each dog."

 "VIOLA" AVAILABLE FOR Adoption at PROJECT POOCH"

www.pooch.org 

If you are interested in making a donation, learning more about our mission, volunteering, upcoming events, or details about adoptable dogs, call our office at 503-697-0623. If you get our voicemail, please leave a detailed message. We often cannot answer the phone as we are working with the pups, but we can call you right back!

If you need to schedule an adoption appointment, please review the adoption information page first and then email us at adopt@pooch.org or call us at 503-697-0623.

 

VIOLA spayed female, Breed: Catahoula Leopard Dog / Pitbull Mix, 

5months (Feb 2026)  40 lbs (and growing)   Adoption Fee: $350

 Gets along well with many other dogs (meet & greet is required) 

Youth insight:

  • She has pretty eyes and her nose is so cute

  • When she settles down she is a really good cuddler.

 Loves People! Will go home with a leash, harness, toys, a bed, two monthly doses of flea/tick/heartworm medication (value: $60), and a week’s worth of food

 

Special Considerations

  • Needs an adopter who is willing to continue training her. Viola is a puppy and while we have started her training, she needs consistency and continued work.

  • Needs an adopter who is active. She will need walks and play, and someone who wants to give her time and energy.

 


COURTESY PROJECT POOCH

"GRETA" LOVELY *TRIPOD** WEIMARANER" OREGON WEIM RESCUE"

 "GrETA" is Available for adoption at OREGON WEIMARANER RESCUE

MEET: Greta 

 foster home, current  Location: Tigard,OR
 
GRETA is looking for patient loving home:
4 yrs old, female 68 lb

BELIEVED COMPATIBILITY WITH:

CHILDREN:  Teen +  (9yr old entering the room sent her running to her crate, but...?)

CATS:  No

DOGS:  Yes 

Are you looking to become an accessory to a Weimaraner on what could currently be mistaken for your couch? Well if so, look no further than this ~4 year old female who would love to take over your comfy spaces and claim them as her own. Greta's best life is hanging out with her owners and relaxing...although she is a tripawd doggo who does love the occasional high speed sprint around the property, she really would prefer to remain in the lap of luxurious heated indoor spaces soaking up affection in-between her morning and evening meal service...which will be on time lest her human servants receive a talking to.

 

Greta came into our care from rather unfortunate circumstances where she was being used for breeding stock and otherwise ignored (when we took her in she possessed no discernible traditional training or connection to her name and had obvious health issues to address). While facts of her past are light and inferences are many, the details we share will focus primarily on our lived experience with her as a foster dog. 

This lovely, young, 68# lady is now healthy, microchipped, happy and up to date on her rabies vaccine. Ms Greta has undergone a monumental transition in lifestyle over the course of the last two months she has been in our care. Most significant of those changes is that she was fully integrated as a part of day to day family life and not secluded from it. She has shown herself to be an excellent companion to the other two Weimaraners who reside alongside her and she has no problem at all curling up with any combination of the male/female duo on the couch. She has displayed no food or resource guarding behaviors and the trio of doggos will frequently play musical bowls at mealtime. Greta has a very soft mouth when being given treats and when snagging an opportunistic taste of an unattended plate (I suppose I was done with that ice cream anyway). While Greta is great with dogs, she definitely has a strong instinct to follow her nose and will diligently track the routes of any furry intruders to the yard so no cats or small furry critters in the home for this gal.

When it comes to people, Greta's approach is evolving but her basic stance is that everyone is to be cautiously avoided except for those which have shown kindness, love and affection towards her. Once she has accepted you as a 'friendly', a process which may take from 10 minutes to a couple days, then you may engage in any type of physical inspecting/laying on/handling/snuggling/rubbing/petting which you desire, but before your having been accepted she simply will not give you the time of day and no amount of cajoling seems to change this default position of hers. Greta has shown not an ounce of anything resembling aggression and her defacto response when encountering the unknown is to, if anything, avoid it and retreat to safety. This behavior is understandable given that we believe this girl had never left the property of her original owners until entering our care so she is only now learning, slowly, that the world is not necessarily a scary place. While she is being socialized more each day, she ultimately wants to be a homebody giving and receiving affection to her people.

Greta is certainly comfortable with wire crates and has learned that sleeping in one at night is not a problem because her attentive caretakers will let her out if she alerts to go potty. Leash skills are improving but she would likely benefit from a gentle leader as she likes to pull and is quite strong. Commands include responding to her name (which was untrue upon her arrival), come, no, off , potty and crate. Potty training has been aided by the presence of other dogs because she arrived with no training to alert at all and we have found that she is far more likely to run outside with the other dogs than on her own (she is definitely a bit of a diva who will stick her head outside and say "it's too cold, I'll stay in"). We are happy to report that at this time accidents in the home are few and far between but we monitor her behaviors and if we see any sign that she may need out, we send her out (we are working on bell training currently).
Other bits: She bathes easily. No sensitivity to touch anywhere. Being a tripawd dog doesn't slow her down at all. Fenced yard is non-negotiable. In the home and in the yard she has displayed no destructive behaviors and although far from a voracious chewer, she does occasionally like to gnaw a bone or antler. Fetch does not seem to be her thing but she likes to play a bit of chase with the other dogs when she feels like it. Patience mixed with prior experience will be needed for Greta's continued growth as she has come leaps and bounds from where she started but she is still an evolving creature which we want to continue nurturing.

If you live a fairly quiet life, do not have too many stairs, and are looking for a deeply loving and appreciative companion, Greta may very well be your gal.



***Greta is still intact due to a number of scheduling considerations during her time with us but OWR will work with her adopter to timely schedule her spay surgery and cover up to $800 of cost. 





"BUBBLEGUM" *Foster HOme* Cute little white PITMIX "OHS- PORTLAND"

 "BUBBLEGUM"  AVAILABLE FOR Adoption at Oregon Humane Society  in PORTLAND

BUBBLEGUM plus video Available 2/22/2025   #342203

  $300 spayed female "looks like" american pit bull

2 yrs 8 mths 31 lbs

*in foster* 

 

What my friends at OHS say about me:

  • I would love to get up and go adventure with you.
  • I really enjoy playing with toys! Tennis balls are my favorite!
  • I sometimes think humans are toys - chasing, pouncing, and grabbing onto arms and legs. I'll need help with re-directing my energy onto appropriate toys as well as being rewarded when I'm in a calm and relaxed state.
  • My last foster parent gave me a glowing review: she said I'm a great sleeper, am well housetrained and do well in the kennel!
  • Shy and Nervous: I can be worried about new people, new surroundings and touch. I prefer to take things at my own pace and will need to live in a calm environment.
  • High Energy: I can become easily frustrated if my energy and exercise needs are not met. I will need positive outlets and a calm environment to help me flourish.
  • I will need to meet any canine companions prior to getting adopted.

The type of home I'm looking for:

  • It could be with you! Click here to learn about the adoption process.

Interested in adopting me?

Animals available for adoption in foster homes need a special questionnaire submitted. From there, we will make an initial appointment for a phone consult to discuss their needs, and then schedule a meet and greet. Appointments are set on a first-come first-served basis in the order that we receive the questionnaires.





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COURTESY OHS

courtesy transfer shelter
 

 

"PIPPA" senior AUSSIE mix "OHS-PORTLAND"

 Pippa lived with QUINCY, a Cattle Dog

 "PIPPA" AVAILABLE FOR Adoption at Oregon Humane Society  in PORTLAND

PIPPA #177631  available 2/22/26

 11 yr 5 mths 45 lbs  $50

spayed female "looks like" Australian Shepherd, Australian Cattledog


What my friends at OHS say about me:

  • I'm a lovebug looking for the perfect place to spend my golden years.
  • My life's mission is to keep a spot on your couch warm... and one on your bed too.
  • I would much prefer a leisurely sniffari walk than joining you for anything fast paced.
  • I am deaf and may need extra care and training while getting settled into my new home and family.
  • Helping me lose weight will allow me to live my best life!
  • I have arthritis , which there is no cure for, but there are many ways to manage.
  • I have a medical condition that requires long term management.

 


 

"CLUTCH" **Foster Home*STAFF/VOL FAV!*SWEETEST OLD guy**** BOXER/pitmix "OHS- PORTLAND"

 

"CLUTCHAVAILABLE FOR Adoption at Oregon Humane Society  in PORTLAND

CLUTCH plus video (NOTE video, his skin/fur looks much better now! check  out his update at the video 1 min mark)

 Available 1/10/2026   #340137  $50  Neutered male, 10 yrs 54 lbs

"Looks like" Boxer/American Pit bull 

*Foster home 

What my friends at OHS say about me:

  • I am a social butterfly in the shape of an adorable dog.
  • I may be a mature gentleman, but I have a young spirit!
  • I really enjoy playing with toys! Tennis balls are my favorite!
  • I came in with some skin issues that are being well managed with diet and medication - my coat and skin are looking and feeling great!
  • I have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism which is being easily managed with a simple medication.
  • I'm in a foster home right now, but I'm still available for adoption! Click the Meet Me button and complete the questionnaire to schedule a meet and greet appointment.

The type of home I'm looking for:

  • I seem to make friends everywhere I go, and might even enjoy having another dog in the home if we get along in a meet!
  • Interested in adopting me?

    Animals available for adoption in foster homes need a special questionnaire submitted. From there, we will make an initial appointment for a phone consult to discuss their needs, and then schedule a meet and greet. Appointments are set on a first-come first-served basis in the order that we receive the questionnaires.

    CLUTCH 

     


What our friends at OHS say about us:

  • I am a social butterfly in the shape of an adorable dog.
  • I may be a mature gentleman, but I have a young spirit!
  • I really enjoy playing with toys! Tennis balls are my favorite!
  • Shy and Nervous: I can be worried about new people, new surroundings and touch. I prefer to take things at my own pace and will need to live in a calm environment.
  • I have chronic skin issues which will require long term management. It can be caused by different factors such as fleas, food or environmental factors.
  • I have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and will require life-long medical management.

Interested in adopting me?

Animals available for adoption in foster homes need a special questionnaire submitted. From there, we will make an initial appointment for a phone consult to discuss their needs, and then schedule a meet and greet. Appointments are set on a first-come first-served basis in the order that we receive the questionnaires.





"RUBY" SAINT BERNARD "OHS -PORTLAND"

 

"RUBY" AVAILABLE FOR Adoption at Oregon Humane Society  in PORTLAND

RUBY #321264 "looks like" Saint Bernard  available 2/28/26


spayed female, 3 yrs 1 mths 74 lbs

What my friends at OHS say about me:

  • I am a full time love-bug and part time cuddle-bug.
  • I know I am a big big lady, but I sometimes forget my strength when I'm excited for walks, especially when I want to stop to smell the roses. I'll need encouragement through training!
  • I would much prefer a leisurely sniffari walk than joining you for anything too fast paced.
  • I love nothing more than making new friends, human and canine!
  • I am the perfect blend between active and calm.
  • Don't you want to be known as the person with the incredibly cute and fantastic doggo? All you have to do is adopt me!
  • I have medial patellar luxation (MPL) in 1 or more knees. This may need long term management or surgery.
  • I have hip dysplasia and may require long term management.
  • High Energy: I can become easily frustrated if my physical and mental exercise needs are not met. I will need positive outlets and a calm environment to help me flourish.
  • Escape Artist: I have a history of escaping doors or fences. I will need supervision when outdoors or we can go on adventures together - on leash of course!

The type of home I'm looking for:

  • I need a home without cats or other small animals.


"ROBIN" *pre-select* CHIHUAHUA (AND ALAN?) "MCAS" Came in with ALAN

 Came in with ALAN

 3/3/26 "I'm available for a pre-select adoption but I can't go home yet. Please come to the shelter to apply! Learn more about Pre-select animals." NOTE- it is important to check at the local animal shelters if you lose your pet as the stray hold time is only 3-6 days depending on if they have any id . Often the dog is listed as pre-select the same day it comes in as a stray 

ROBIN" is Available for adoption at Multnomah County Animal Services!

MCAS hours/ Location

Date found: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Location found: Houghton and Curtis, Portland
How did we get this animal: Stray
Adoption cost: $160.00 each License fee: $27.00 (Multnomah County residents only
 
ROBIN #387099 Breed: Chihuahua, male 5.8 lbs
https://www.multcopets.org/adoptable/387099
 

 

"ALAN" *PRE_SELECT* CHIHUAHUA (AND ROBIN?) "MCAS" CAME in WITH ROBIN

Came in with ROBIN

 3/3/26 "I'm available for a pre-select adoption but I can't go home yet. Please come to the shelter to apply! Learn more about Pre-select animals." NOTE- it is important to check at the local animal shelters if you lose your pet as the stray hold time is only 3-6 days depending on if they have any id . Often the dog is listed as pre-select the same day it comes in as a stray 

ALAN" is Available for adoption at Multnomah County Animal Services!

MCAS hours/ Location

Date found: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Location found: Houghton and Curtis, Portland
How did we get this animal: Stray
Adoption cost: $160.00 each License fee: $27.00 (Multnomah County residents only
 
ALAN #387098 Breed: Chihuahua, male 7.6 lbs
https://www.multcopets.org/adoptable/387098

 

"NAOMI" polite little CHIHUAHUA mix "STUMPTOWN STRAYS"

 

 Stumptown Strays" is a wonderful local Rescue that helps shelter dogs in need of medical assistance.

"NAOMI"Available for adoption with STUMPTOWN STRAYS

NAOMI adoption $400  Breed: Chihuahua mix, spayed female 2 yrs 13 lbs

Ok with Dogs: Yes..

 OK with Cats: Unknown...

OK with kids: Yes

adoption application

Personality: Affectionate, Friendly, Gentle, Loves



Naomi, our 13 pound 2 year old chihuahua mix, does not have a good poker face. Blessed with big, watery eyes and expressive eyebrows, it's easy to tell that Naomi is usually thinking "oh geez". We understand being worried. Naomi shouldn't be anxious about not getting adopted, though. We'll make sure she does!


Found stray and pregnant, we took in Naomi so she could have a safe place to raise her puppy. Now that her puppy is old enough and Naomi is recovered from her spay, it's time to find her a home.


Naomi has been a perfect guest. She is quiet, polite, potty and crate trained. Naomi needs some leash training: she tends to get a little overwhelmed and can be barky when she sees other dogs. A lower traffic neighborhood would be best. At home, however, Naomi is great with other dogs. Although we have not seen her with cats, due to Naomi's soft nature, we suspect she would be fine.


On the shy and timid side, once Naomi warms up, she is really sweet and cuddly. She tends to warm up much more easily to women. Naomi is gentle and playful. We bet she'd love having dog friends in her life. Although she's friendly and not aggressive, because she's easily spooked, we don't recommend Naomi live with little kids.

Naomi is heartworm negative and current on her flea and heartworm preventatives. Her adoption fee is $400.

Want to be the one to make sure Naomi doesn't really have anything to worry about?