Adoptable Dog of the Week: Cricket is Laid Back

This week's adoptable pet is Cricket, an adorable hound mix, who is quite laid back.

Cricket, a three year old spayed female, is in need of a loving home. She's a little shy but loves attention. She particularly likes to go for walks. She has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Dec. 1, when her owners brought him to animal services. You can visit Cricket at the county's downtown adoption center or at the Palmetto adoption center for Animal Services next week. The downtown center is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

January is a great month to adopt. Manatee County Animal Services is letting adoption families name their price for cats and dogs throughout January. All adopters must pay at least $10, the price of the Manatee County license. Adoptions include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check, microchip and current rabies certificate/tag. This adoption special is another step in the County’s plan to become a no-kill community.  

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.