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Memorial Day Special: Free Adoptions for Veterans at the Humane Society

Here is a short list of some of the pets available for adoption at the Carroll County Humane Society. In honor of Memorial Day, veterans can adopt a spayed or neutered cat or dog for free, for all others, adoption fees are 50% off.

Elvis is a 7-year-old male Yorkshire Terrier.  He weighs 14 lbs. and has some wild looking teeth.  He needs to be neutered and hopes someone will give him as much love as he is ready to give them.

Priscilla is a 10-year-old female Maltese Mix.  She is a tiny girl, weighing in at 9 lbs.  While she has a small body she has a huge heart that is ready to love a new family ASAP.

Jaco is a 77.2 lb. neutered male Boxer with a long tongue that sticks out most of the time.  He enjoys spending time in his crate where he feels safe and comfortable.  He hopes to see visitors soon.

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Rocky is a 1-year-old male Miniature Pinscher.  He is small in stature at 8 lbs. but big in personality.  He would love to meet his new family soon.

Oscar is a 7-month-old neutered male cat.  He is very handsome and super loving.  He has beautiful gold eyes that are watching closely to see who will adopt him.

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Pebbles is a 7-year-old spayed female cat.  She is very affectionate and loves being around people.  She has long hair and whiskers and is looking to be part of her new family for a long time.

Ollie is a 7-year-old neutered male cat.  He is described as very ‘distinguished’ and his picture helps to show this to be true.  He can’t wait to lounge around in his new home.

Charlie is a 7-week-old male Russian Dwarf Hamster.  He and his five sisters and brothers are all available for adoption at $3.00 a piece and are eagerly waiting to meet their new family.

Nesquik is a 2-month-old female Dutch rabbit who is described as ‘one cool dude’ who is ‘super sweet and loves to hop around’.  Adoption fee $10.00.

For a full list of cats for adoption click here

For a full list of dogs for adoption click here.

For a full list of other animals for adoption click here.

Visit the Humane Society Website to learn about adoption requirements and see how you can volunteer to help animals in need.

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