Cold Noses, The Florida Times-Union’s weekly pet column, features dogs and cats available for adoption at area government-run animal shelters.
• Nassau County Animal Services, 86078 License Road, Fernandina Beach. Call (904) 530-6150. To view available animals, go to nassaucountyfl.com/845/Animal-Services or facebook.com/NassauCountyAnimalServices. Kittens are available for adoption at Petco stores at 463713 Florida 200 in Yulee and 11900 Atlantic Blvd. in Jacksonville; Tractor Supply Co., 463184 Florida 200 in Yulee; and Pet Supplies Plus, 6500 Georgia 40, St. Marys, Ga.
Joel is an 8-year-old, 66-pound male mixed-breed dog (ID No. 58325669). Joel is shy and once he warms up to you has a calm disposition. He has heartworms so would be a foster-to-adopt dog, with the shelter providing medication until he is heartworm negative and can be adopted.
Nami is a 2-year-old, 25-pound female mixed-breed dog (ID No. 58281242). She is a sweet dog and gets along well with other dogs. She’s the perfect age to adapt to a new home and build a strong bond with her future family.
• St. Johns County Pet Center, 130 N. Stratton Road, St. Augustine. Call (904) 209-6190. To view available animals, go to co.st-johns.fl.us/animalcontrol/petcenter.aspx. Friends of the St. Johns County Center group has shelter cats available for adoption Saturdays at PetSmart, 1779 S. U.S. 1 in St. Augustine, facebook.com/fosjcpc.
Jimmy is an adult male Treeing Walker Coonhound mix dog (ID No. 76120) He is a ball of energy, always excited to explore and make new friends. He is loving and sweet and particularly enjoys playing fetch and getting belly rubs.
Iris is a 2-year-old female domestic shorthair mix cat (ID No. 78480). She is loving, friendly and sweet. She loves to play, but when playtime is over, she’s all about cuddles. She is a perfect blend of playful energy and loving sweetness.
• Jacksonville Animal Care and Protective Services, 2020 Forest St. Call (904) 630-2489 or email jaxpets@coj.net. To view available animals, go to coj.net/pets or facebook.com/jaxanimalcare.
Duchess is a 2-year-old female mixed-breed dog (ID No. A1465259). She is sweet and politely greets everyone she passes. Her ideal day will be snuggling on the couch with her new family. She knows the sit command and is eager to learn more tricks.
Mori is a 2-year-old female domestic shorthair cat (ID No. A1466728). She loves sunbathing, catnip and being gently petted. She is shy but has opened up while in the shelter as staff and volunteer friends brought out the best in her.
• Clay County Animal Services, 3984 W. Florida 16, Green Cove Springs. Call (904) 269-6342 or email clayadoptions@claycountygov.com. To view available animals, go to claycountygov.com/community/animal-services or facebook.com/ClayCtyAnimals.
Baloo is a 2-year-old, 8-pound male domestic shorthair cat (ID No. A0058267687). He can be shy at first, playful when comfortable and a little feisty if overstimulated. He is independent, so would do well as an barn or outdoor cat where he can enjoy space, purpose and minimal handling.
Bruce is a 1-year-old, 55-pound male mixed-breed dog (ID No. A0057806164). He has boundless puppy energy but also loves cuddles and belly rubs. He enjoys treats, but is truly motivated by love from his humans. He adores playing chase with his furry friends and would do well with a high-energy puppy companion to match his spirited personality.
• Putnam County Animal Services, 174 County Landfill Road, Palatka. Call (386) 329-0396 option #1. To view available animals, go to bit.ly/2EKoICq or bit.ly/34NqoGB. Adoptable dogs will be available 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 24, at PetSense at 113 Town and Country Drive in Palatka. Also, the store always has cats available for adoption.
Franklin is a 2-year-old male Malinois mix dog (no ID number available). He is friendly and wants affection. He is house-trained and walks well on a leash. He gets along with other dogs but not livestock.
Lucy is a 10-month-old female Labrador mix (no ID number available). She is friendly and gets along well with other dogs.
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