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By Jean Durbin,

Shelter Correspondent

GRACIE: This is a real sparkler of a girl who LOVES to play fetch! Athletic and eager, she will jump clear off the ground to get the ball. Her gray muzzle suggests a possibly older dog, but her teeth and liveliness suggest she could be younger; if she’s an older girl, she’s in fabulous condition! She was so well-behaved at a recent adoption event -- relaxed and at ease with lots of other dogs and people around. Gracie is a beautiful girl of some 65 beautiful pounds and full of fun. She has a lot of years left to bring joy and companionship to someone who treasures her. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy her delightful personality and soul.

BARKLEY: A handsome, cute, playful, gentle, cheerful young lad about a year old. He’s ready to find someone who wants a fine companion for a dozen years or more; someone to enjoy a life together filled with fun, doing things, going places, play, just hanging out. He loves to play with other dogs; he had a great time on a recent sunny day having a blast with his teen friends. If you’ve been looking for a responsive, quick learning, younger boy who is a nice medium size to make your life complete, meet this active young gentleman!

April: Happy, loving, gentle, sweet kitty who loves attention. She is looking forward to a loving home where a chance to do kitty things and a cozy lap await. Mellow April is a pretty brown tabby and white short-hair. She is a settled, easy to have around adult some 8-10 or so years young. Can’t imagine why no one has wanted to take this sweet staff favorite home yet.

There are so many good choices for a new companion here at the Humboldt County Animal Shelter. All our kids would love to be in a cozy, forever home and as soon as possible. Some have waited a very long time for a special friend that they can share their love and devotion with. These “long termers,” and all the older ones here, need to find a wonderful home soon. Please think about adopting one of our kids who has already been waiting for a good human friend for a long time. The County Shelter is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; it is closed Saturday and Sunday and County holidays and is located at 980 Lycoming Ave., between Airport Road and the Coast Guard Station in McKinleyville. Phone 840-9132. All County Shelter animals can be seen on the web at petharbor.com, petfinder.com, and http://www.co.humboldt.ca.us/sheriff.

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1. Gracie

2. Barkley

3. April