Cold Noses, The Florida Times-Union’s weekly pet column, features dogs and cats available for adoption at area government-run animal shelters.
• 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.
Cheddar is a 1½-year-old, 65-pound male mixed-breed dog (ID No. A1468185). He is goofy and fun. He is also smart — shelter volunteers enjoy teaching him tricks and helping him work on polite leash-walking skills.
Toasted Marshmallow is an 8-year-old, 6-pound female domestic shorthair cat (ID No. A1469328). She is sweet, friendly and mellow and enjoys making new friends and snuggling. She might be blind, so will need help acclimating to a new home.
• 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.
Buster is a 2-year-old, 50-pound male mixed-breed dog (ID No. A0057330595). He is shy but loving and craves gentle affection and slow head rubs. He enjoys taking peaceful walks in calm environments. He needs a patient and understanding family.
Fernando is a 6-year-old, 10-pound male domestic shorthair cat (ID No. A0058554114). He is a loving and loyal three-legged wonder who loves cuddles and mischief. Despite a missing leg, he moves like a ninja and loves a good zoom-around.
• 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.
Hank is a 10-month-old male mixed-breed dog (unsure about ID No.). He is happy, playful, curious and enthusiastic. He has puppy energy, a big personality and an even bigger smile. He is always ready to brighten your day.
Fin is a 2-year-old male mixed-breed dog (ID No. 58469609). He is friendly, eager and attentive and has all the makings of a wonderful best friend. He’s ready to find a loving home where he can be someone’s loyal companion.
• 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.
Sally is a 4-year-old female Labrador mix dog (ID No. 77714). She is sociable, lively and energetic. She loves taking walks, exploring and playing fetch as well as quiet moments. She gets along well with her human friends and other dogs.
Luna is a 3-year-old female domestic medium-hair cat (ID. No. 78774). She is curious and independent. She thrives on her own terms and may need a little time and space to adjust to a new environment. She’s not aloof, just selective.
• 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 sats are also available at PetSense at 113 Town and Country Drive in Palatka.
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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