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Help Quicksilver and Holly Find Lasting Homes

Meet Quicksilver the cat, Holly the Terrier and Emma the Rottie.

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This Saturday, we wanted to take some time to spread the word about a kind, hard-working organization joining in on the fight to save pets’ lives. The non-profit, A Dog’s Life Rescue, works hard everyday to save dogs and other pets from a harsh, undeserving life on the streets.

Volunteer for the organization Noelle Valdivia explains, “A Dog's Life makes a concerted effort to track down homeless animals, catch them, socialize them and find them homes.”

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A Dog’s Life rescues animals that are abandoned, abused or neglected and finds these dogs new lives through loving homes. It isn’t easy caring for the dogs and other animals while they are under the care of a Dog’s Life Rescue.

“[We're] definitely a grass roots organization … we have only two employees, our founders,” Valdivia said. “We've been taking on a lot of animals lately and are working to spread the word on our shelter  … We need all the help we can get.”

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The non-profit works hard to receive the funds needed to provide these animals with shelter, food and medical attention while they wait for a home. The organization has adoption events every 2nd, 3rd and 4th Sundays of the month at Centinela Feed, 11055 Pico Blvd. in West Los Angeles. A Dog’s Life can make private arrangements for you to meet a dog anytime, if you contact them for an appointment.

The organization is currently featuring Emma—a beautiful and gentle Rottweiler who desperately needs a home. Despite Rottweilers having a reputation for being on the tough side, Emma is a sweet girl who is ready to be loved. For more information on adopting and how you can help  volunteer, please visit A Dog’s Life official website or Facebook page.

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Both are still looking for forever homes.

Pasadena Humane Society

Meet Quicksilver. She is a gorgeous three-year-old longhaired cat looking for a peaceful home. Quicksilver is friendly and playful. She's also a talker and wants to be with you as much as possible. She'll be a great pet for someone in need of a loyal companion. Come visit with Quicksilver today. The regular cat adoption fee is $70, which includes the spay or neuter surgery, microchip, vaccinations and a free follow-up health check at a participating vet.

Quicksilver’s Adoption Number: A283538

Phone: (626) 792-7151

Website: www.pasadenahumane.org

Address: 361 S. Raymond Ave, Pasadena CA, 91105

Adoption Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.

Pasadena Humane Society is a private non-profit animal welfare agency that has contracted with seven area cities, including South Pasadena, to provide animal control services.

San Gabriel Valley Humane Society

Meet the adorable Terrier Holly. Holly is estimated to be between 1 and 2 years old and weighs just under 14 pounds. She is very well-behaved and gets along well with people. Just look at her little smiling face; she looks just like a little elf. Holly would be a great addition to a family who is looking for a little extra sweetness in their lives. If she sounds like a match for you, please call or visit the San Gabriel Valley Humane society for more information. Don't forget to mention Holly's adoption number, below. The dog adoption fee ranges from $120 to $135, higher for certain breeds. This fee includes: Spay or Neuter, Basic DHPP and Bordatella Vaccinations, Deworming, Rabies vaccination, and a Microchip.

Contact Information: Holly's Adoption Number: SG00752

Phone: (626) 286-1159

Website: www.sgvhumane.org

Address: 851 E Grand Avenue, San Gabriel, CA 91776

Adoption Hours: Open 6 Days a Week - Tuesday thru Sunday (Closed Monday)  

Shelter/Kennel Hours: 10 a.m to 4:30 p.m. The San Gabriel Valley Humane

Society provides food, shelter and medical care to thousands of dogs and cats who are stray and homeless, or have been rescued from abusive conditions or relinquished by their owners. Please consider giving one of their animals a forever home.

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