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Pets of the Week: Electra & Fievel
Hi, my name is Electra and I am about 2 years old. I am beautiful as well as smart. I love treats so I've really taken to training. I know sit and I walk pretty well on a leash. I know watch, and am learning to wait politely for the door to open before I move. I think fetch is okay, but I'd rather get pets and scratches from you. Teenagers in spcaLA's Teaching Love and Compassion program™ (TLC) have been working with me on these skills. I like the kids! I am an all around great gal, please come visit with me and see how awesome I am.
Fievel is 6 years old and a total snuggle monster. He is very sweet and will steal your heart as well as your lap. Besides being a cuddler, he is talkative, playful and a social butterfly who asks everyone he meets for a little love. Please come by and see what makes him such a special boy.Electra and Fievel are available for adoption at spcaLA's P.D. Pitchford Companion Animal Village and Education Center in Long Beach. Today is Heidi & Frank Pet Adoption Day, with adoption specials, gift bags for adopters, giveaways, prize drawings and more. spcaLA finds homes for about 3,700 animals a year.
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