Paws up to our min/pin mix Frankie for snuggling his way right into the hearts of his forever humans. Good job Frankie!
Found: An adult, medium-size, mixed breed dog, corgi red in color, on South Circle and Scenic. Call ARF to identify. Also found was a tabby kitten in a cat carrier by the dumpster behind The Fort. If you have any information regarding this unforgiveable abandonment, please call ARF at 659-1122.
ReilyReily’s bags are packed, bones included, and she is ready to go. A true hiker’s dream, Reily has great energy on the trail, and on a leash. Hide and seek is her favorite game whether it’s a rock or her favorite toy. Reily’s focus comes naturally, and everything else she learns is just gravy — in the bowl, that is.
DukeDuke is a senior chow chow with a heart that will beat just for your friendship. With unconditional love at its truest, Duke just needs a loving home with you as his human partner. Nights are his favorite, as he lays near the fire, or even better, at your feet, knowing that you will be at his side in the morning.
BlackjackAll dressed up in his tux, Blackjack is a young male tuxedo. Calm, house trained, and good with other felines, and canines. Blackjack still has a little kitty in him when it comes to playtime, and enough maturity to know the rules.
Sweet PeaSweet Pea is an adult maine coon mix that was abandoned on the ARF front porch. She’s over that now, and is all about curling up with a warm blanket. She is lonely for that special lap however that will remind her of why she purrs.
ARF has many cats and dogs available for adoption or fostering. Go to www.idyllwildarf.org and click on Petfinder. All pets are spayed, neutered, and current on shots. ARF is open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call for appointment on any other day at (951)659- 1122. E-mail and donation opportunities are at www.idyllwildarf.org or email arf@greencafe.com.
Creature corner is sponsored this week by Rosie Beagle. To sponsor the column, call Shane Fender at the Town Crier, 659-2145.
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