LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Another varied group of dogs is available for adoption at Lake County Animal Care and Control this week.
Dogs ready for new homes include mixes of Australian Shepherd, beagle Chihuahua, dachshund, Labrador Retriever, German Shepherd, pit bull and Pomeranian.
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”).
Chihuahua mix
This female Chihuahua mix has a short buff-colored coat.
She's in kennel No. 5, ID No. 1002.
'Princess'
“Princess is a young female German Shepherd mix.
She has a medium-length tan and black coat.
She's in kennel No. 8, ID No. 902.
'Tippy'
“Tippy” is a female Australian Shepherd mix.
She has a medium-length black and white coat.
She's in kennel No. 9, ID No. 985.
'Diamond'
“Diamond” is a young male pit bull terrier mix.
He has a short tan and brown coat.
Diamond is in kennel No. 10, ID No. 1000.
German Shepherd
This male German Shepherd needs a loving home.
He is very energetic and would do best with an active family and a large yard to run and play.
While he has some training, shelter staff said he would benefit from more training in obedience and basic manners. He is said to be good with all nondominant dogs.
He's in kennel No. 24, ID No. 975.
Female beagle
This female beagle is looking for a couch of her own where she can snuggle.
Shelter staff said she doesn't mind other dogs but she is not playful. She would do great in a home with kids of all ages, and is very mellow.
She's in kennel No. 30, ID No. 923.
Male dachshund
This male dachshund is 5 years old and has a short tricolor coat.
Shelter staff said he is very friendly and social, and good with other dogs. He would make a great family pet and would be good with kids. He still acts like a puppy.
He's in kennel No. 32, ID No. 792.
'Maya'
“Maya” is an adult female Pomeranian-Chihuahua mix.
She's has a short red and white coat.
Maya is in kennel No. 32B, ID No. 843.
Male Labrador Retriever
This male Labrador Retriever mix has a short black coat.
He's good with other dogs prefers and prefers to be around other males.
Shelter staff said he has a mellow energy level. He appears to have been an outside dog and is a bit jumpy about being indoors, but will adjust well if given the chance.
He's in kennel No. 34, ID No. 779.
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, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. The shelter is open from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 1 p.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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