Nova

At 3 years old and 55 lbs., Retriever mix Nova’s destined to be the brightest family dog in your galaxy; he’s so perceptive he’ll run and romp with the big kids, then walk ever so carefully around a little child; so cooperative he refuses to potty in his run, and returns to his kennel on request.

The Brat Pack

Meet the Brat Pack — four-month-old litter mates Emilio, Andrew, Rob and Demi are named for the stars of Saint Elmo s fire, they’re outgoing, active, popular, and admirably good-looking. (There is, however, no bratty behavior in sight, just lots and lots of purrs.) Demi and Andrew have a bit of white bling on their chests,

Diesel

Where he learned his enviable manners is the utmost mystery; one-year-old Shepherd mix Diesel was found stray, but he epitomizes the intelligence, loyalty and trustworthiness for which shepherds are revered. At 70 lbs. he’s glowingly handsome, a tall, gentle, boy who delighted the kids at Camp Good Dog with kisses and full-body-wags.

Rambler

Fuse Great Pyrenees patience and composure with Border Collie intelligence, then throw in some Lab for all-American appeal and you have a 50 lb. friend (he’s only 3 and more polite than most of us, no offense) so charming you must meet him to believe him. Rambler won popularity contests paws-down at Camp Good Dog;

Nemo

His 24/7 pink and white smile is outshone only by his nonstop full-body wag; 3 year old American Pit Bull Terrier/Boxer mix Nemo is 40 lbs. of playful adoration, a gorgeous, fun-sized athlete with golden freckles as warm as his disposition. Nemo will “sit” for a treat, comes galloping when you call him,

Begonia

The lovely orange markings in her soft gray coat make her as pretty as the flower she’s named for, but her most lavish bloom by far is her BIG loving purr. Three-year-old Begonia comes happily when she’s called, she’ll lean in for a rub and settle down to keep you company; she gets along fine with other cats,

Charlene

You could call her an unpolished gem, but beautiful Black Lab/American Pit Bull mix Charlene’s so glossy she gleams; at one year and 41 pounds she’s done growing for sure, but her potential to become your well-trained family dog is as boundless as her energy. Charlene’s smile never stops; she’s great with other dogs,

Kelby

Kelby is truly a breath of fresh air. At just 10 pounds, this little wonder is ready to spring into your life and spice things up for his new family. 3 years old and bundles of fun, Kelby will fit right into most living situations, be it city or country life. His neat white coat,

She’ll dispel the myth that “outdoor cats don’t care” in the time it takes her to exclaim “meeee-you!” and reach through the cage to touch you; lovely one- year-old Bella’s as responsive as they come, but she adores being outside, as long as she has you nearby to rub and visit — and yes,

Violet

Patiently sitting in her kennel, Violet wags her tail and smiles wide at every passerby. She loves to see new faces because her wonderful leash manners have made her a volunteer favorite for walks around the Civic Center. Her chestnut and white coat sparkles in the sun as she pads down the walkway,