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Humane Society Of Greater Akron

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Hey Newlyweds! Want a Pet Adoption Discount?

Pawsibilities the Humane Society of Greater Akron offers a 50 percent adoption discount to newlyweds!

Sunday, January 15, 2012

Pets of the Week: Sylvia and Bear

These rescued pets are looking for a new loving family to call their own.

The Humane Society of Greater Akron is spotlighting these animals for adoption from among the many that are available: Sylvia Sylvia is described by volunteers and staff as being absolutely fabulous! She loves being on your lap and is very social. She gets along well with other cats. If you are looking for a sweet and friendly girl, stop down and meet Sylvia! Bear Bear is around 10 to 12 years old and weighs about 40 pounds. Although, he may be the age of a senior, dont let that fool you, this boy transforms into a playful puppy when toys come out! He knows sit, shake and speak and gets along well with other dogs. He is a sweet and gentle boy that walks well on a leash. We know this handsome man will make some lucky family "beary" happy! …

Sunday, January 8, 2012

Pets of the Week: Bella and Nina

These rescued pets are looking for a new loving family to call their own.

The Humane Society of Greater Akron is spotlighting these animals for adoption from among the many that are available: Bella Bella is a Pit Bull Terrier mix that is around 4.5 years old and weighs about 50 pounds. She is one smiley and happy-go-lucky girl. She has potential with the right dog, but needs a home with no cats. She enjoys playing with squeaky toys and getting her bum rubbed! She is definitely the bell of the ball and hopes to be part of a family soon! Nina Nina is a very sweet and affectionate girl that is hoping to become part of a family soon! She is a talkative lady that loves being petted and likes to head butt you to tell you how much she likes you! If you think Nina may just be the right kitty for you, stop down and meet…

Sunday, January 1, 2012

Pets of the Week: Kyro and Chinaberry

These rescued pets are looking for a new loving family to call their own.

The Humane Society of Greater Akron is spotlighting these animals for adoption from among the many that are available: Kyro Kyro is a 3½-year-old Shepherd/Husky mix that weighs about 60 pounds. He was returned after two years because the previous family didn’t have enough time for him anymore. In his previous home, he was housebroken, but will probably need time adjusting to a new schedule. He already knows sit, down, stay, come and shake! He loves playing ball and would do wonderful with an active family. He seems to get along well with other dogs and would do best in a home with older children. If you think Kyro sounds like your type of guy, stop in and see him today! Chinaberry Are you an experienced cat owner looking for an active, …

Sunday, December 18, 2011

Pets of the Week: Reva and Abigail

These rescued pets are looking for a new loving family to call their own forever.

The Humane Society of Greater Akron is spotlighting these animals for adoption from among the many that are available: Reva Reva is a 2.5- to 3-year-old pointer/cattle dog mix who weighs about 40 pounds. She seems to get along well with other dogs, but would prefer a home with no cats. She loves playing with squeaky toys and would be great with an active family. She’s a happy girl with a sweet and loving disposition! Abigail Abigail can sometimes be a little shy when she first meets some new people, but it doesn’t take long for this cutie to warm right up. She LOVES siting on your lap and getting plenty of pets. When she starts getting love and attention you soon will hear her loud motor purring! If you think that this sweet girl could …

Sunday, December 11, 2011

Pets of the Week: Walter and Jorja

These rescued pets are looking for a new loving family to call their own.

The Humane Society of Greater Akron is spotlighting these animals for adoption from among the many that are available: Walter Walter is a 4-yea-old Chocolate Lab that weighs about 80 pounds. He knows sit and shake and is always ready to show that off. He seems to do well with other dogs, but needs a home with older children. He LOVES, LOVES, LOVES to play and would do great with an active family. If you think wonderful Walter may fit into your home, stop down and meet this handsome man today! Jorja This little tortoishell is a sweet girl. She will drop, flop, drool and roll when you pet her. She enjoys it so much that one day she almost knocked herself out on the top of the cage! She likes to be brushed, and she's quiet on your lap, …

Sunday, December 4, 2011

Pets of the Week: Carmine and Strawberry

These rescued pets are looking for a new loving family to call their own.

The Humane Society of Greater Akron is spotlighting these animals for adoption from among the many that are available: Carmine Carmine is an 18-month-old Lab/Shepherd mix that weighs about 45 pounds. His favorite pastime is definitely playing with toys. He isn't picky: he likes balls, plushes, squeakies, ropes, you name it! He is playful with other dogs and is one happy guy. He would do best in a home with older children. If you think that you would like to call Carmine "mine," visit him at the HSGA today! Strawberry Everyone that meets Strawberry has four words to say, "She's a real sweetheart!" This cutie loves to be petted and if there is an open lap, she will occupy it! She likes  being held and sitting on your lap for pets. She also …

Sunday, November 27, 2011

Pets of the Week: Gypsy and Dream

These rescued pets are looking for a new loving family to call their own.

The Humane Society of Greater Akron is spotlighting these animals for adoption from among the many that are available: Gypsy Gypsy is a 2.5 year old Shepherd mix that weighs about 65 pounds. This long-legged beauty was adopted from the HSGA when she was a puppy and recently returned because of allergies. While in the home, she was housebroken, but may need some time adjusting to a new schedule and routine. She is a friendly lady that gets along well with other dogs and cats. She loves playing with her favorite squeaky toys and is a very gentle player. If you are wondering if Gypsy may be the right dog for you, stop down and meet her to find out! Dream This kitty's name fits her purrrfectly because that is exactly what she is – a DREAM! She…

Sunday, November 20, 2011

Pets of the Week: Marcelita and Sir

These rescued pets are looking for a new loving family to call their own.

The Humane Society of Greater Akron is spotlighting these animals for adoption from among the many that are available: Marcelita Hola! My name is Marcelita. I am a friendly little cat here at the shelter. In my foster home, I was a good little girl who loved to be petted and with you at all times. I love to walk at your feet and rub up against your legs, too. I don’t mind being picked up and held either. If this little "chiquita" sounds like the perfect friend for you, stop on down at the shelter and meet her. Sir Sir is a six- to seven-year-old Boxer that weighs about 60 pounds. Wiggle, wiggly and wiggling-butt is the best way to describe this boy! When he knows you and sees you coming his way, Sir's whole body wiggles and shakes with …

Sunday, November 13, 2011

Pets of the Week: Scarlet and Donald

These rescued pets are looking for a new loving family to call their own.

The Humane Society of Greater Akron is spotlighting these animals for adoption from among the many that are available: Scarlet Scarlet is only a few years old and is a little shy when she first meets new people, but it doesn't take long for her to warm right up. She is a very sweet, but docile and quiet kitty. She loves getting pets galore! We hope that Scarlet will find a family to become part of soon! Donald Donald is a 10-month-old Boxer/Lab mix that currently weighs about 65 pounds (but is still a growing boy). Best way to describe this handsome man is a silly goofball! He loves to play and gets along well with other dogs. He loves his toys and will bring them right to you for a fun game of fetch! We are sure when you meet this silly …

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