Adoptable Cat of the Week: Precious Needs a Home

This week's adoptable cat is Precious, an 8-year-old Siamese.

Precious ended up at the shelter after her owner surrendered her because her landlord didn't allow pets. Precious has been declawed.She has been at the Manatee County Anumal Services shelter since July 7. Precious is available for adoption at the county's

Animal services will honor all active and retired United States military personnel by offering for dogs and cats in the month of July.

For more information, visit www.mymanatee.org/pets or call 941-742-5824. The animal services webpage features updated photos and descriptions of the pets available for adoption. Pet owners can also use the site to locate missing pets.

Pets are also available for adoption locally at:

•  at , 4425 14th St. W.
• , 2515 Tamiami Trail
• , 5718 21st Ave. W.
• Gulf Shore Animal League at , 6908 Manatee Ave W.
• Nates Place Dog and Cat Adoption Center, 8435 Cooper Creek Blvd.