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Pets Of The Week: Sunny Dakota & Cuddle-Bug Baldwin
By Ana Bustilloz/Special to LAist
* * *Every Saturday, LAist will feature an adoptable cat and dog from a different local shelter or accredited 501c3 rescue organization. Take a look at these furry bundles and consider giving them a home, or forward their faces to friends who may be interested. * * *
This week's pets are from spcaLA. spcaLA is an is an independent, nonprofit animal welfare organization serving Southern California since 1877. Donations run programs and services including Cruelty Investigation, Disaster Animal Response Team, Humane Education and a variety of shelter services.
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Dakota
Dakota
11-03045
Retriever mix
8 years old
MaleMy beautiful smile matches my sunny personality. I love everyone I meet! My owner could no longer take care of me, so now Im looking for a new family to love. I'm easy-going, sweet, affectionate, and good on a leash. Please come by and visit me!
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Baldwin
Baldwin
11-03556
DSH
5 years old
MaleI'm a super-friendly boy, who loves all people. I am nice, loving, and enjoy being cuddled. If you are looking for a loving lap cat, then come in and visit me!
Dakota and Baldwin are available at the spcaLA P.D. Pitchford Companion Animal Village & Education Center. If you'd like to meet more adoptable pets, come by the Companion Animal Village today, Saturday June 11th from 10am-4pm. spcaLA is hosting the 6th annual Mark & Brian Pet Adoption Day. Free giveaways and pet food samples, plus gift bags for adopters; appearances by Los Angeles Dodger legend Steve Garvey and Tillman & Friends -- the Skateboarding Dog. Click here for full event details.
spcaLA P.D. Pitchford Companion Animal Village & Education Center
7700 E. Spring St.
(in El Dorado Park)
Long Beach CA 90815
(562) 570-7722
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