slides: 10 Great Pets in Need of Loving Homes - August 16, 2016

Tuesday, August 16, 2016

GoLocalWorcester Lifestyle Team

Quinn and others need loving homes

Calling all animal lovers!

If you're on the lookout for a new pet for you or your family, look no further.

Whether you want a dog, a cat, or even a furry little friend to complete your home, think adoption first! There are hundreds of lovable pets just waiting for you to take them home in rescue leagues and shelters everywhere.

Check out these 10 pets available for adoption from the Broken Tail Rescue, below.

Related Slideshow: 10 Great Pets in Need of Loving Homes - August 16, 2016

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Feather

Feather is an old soul. She has a calmness about her that is unusual in a four year old cat. Removed from a dangerous home situation, she handled to the move to foster care just two weeks before giving birth to four kittens with a stoic grace. She doesn't hiss or hide if she rather not be petted: she simply stands up and sits a few feet away, letting you know that this meeting is formal. However, when she comes to you for pets, her purrs and affection rival that of the most devoted lap cat.

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Gino

Gino is a former stray who was surrendered when his owner could not afford to take care of him. We discovered that he has environmental and food allergies. He is on special food and has been seeing a vet specialist. Gino has finally gotten rid of the #coneofshame and is now sporting a stylish new camo shirt! Despite his discomfort due to his food allergies he is just the sweetest snuggle bug you will ever find.

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Hank

Hank is a gentle, sweet 4 year old boy. He has had a very hard life- he came from living on the street and never knowing where his next dinner would come from. Because of this, Hank can be a little shy at first around new people. He will gladly accept head scratches from anyone, but in order for him to fully relax around you he might need a little more time. Hank is very comfortable around other cats and would make a great companion cat.

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Marilyn

Marilyn is a cuddly, sweet old gal. She was surrendered after living with her owner for 13 years, but hasn't let this huge change upset her. She loves being pet and brushed and would make a great companion to someone who wants a snuggle buddy. She enjoys napping on her human and waking them up with kisses.

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Poppy

Poppy is a friendly and spunky young lady who is about a year old. Poppy was surrendered by a family who could no longer care for her. Come meet Poppy and she'll definitely greet you with a purr and a meow and be all ready to go home with you!

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Matty

My name is Matty and I'm looking for a new mom or dad to call my own! The vet says I'm an "older gentleman" but I don't feel like it! The nice vet thinks that I am around 10 or 12 years old. I have settled into my foster home, which has two adults, a cat and another dog. I've also spent long weekends at another foster home full of dogs and cats, and I did just fine! I warm up to women very quickly, and with some cheese and other goodies, I warm up to men as well!

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Jackson

Jackson is a 4 year old Spitz/Pomeranian weighing 15 lbs. Jackson has lived with both dogs and cats, and gets along well with the other dogs in his foster home. He is very friendly with all people, including children. He’s a fun little guy, and really loves to be with his people. Jackson would prefer a home where his family is home often. He is working on house training and crate training.

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Benny

My name is Benny and I am a 7 year old puggle type mix. My foster mom tells me that I look like muscle man but I only weigh 22lbs.

I just got to my foster home so I am still getting used to my surroundings. I am mostly house trained and walk wonderfully on leash. In fact, when the weather gets nicer out, I would love to go running with my forever family. I also love to play fetch and tug of war! I am just a dog's dog.

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Dot

I'm Dot and I'm a sweet, house trained Springier Spaniel mix weighing about 45 lbs (but I could stand to gain a little bit of weight according to the vet.) I'm about 10 to 11 years old. I also have impeccable manners on a leash and around guest

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Quinn

I am a 2 1/2 year old, 60 lb hippopotamus....I mean dog. I am very well-mannered and have adjusted well to my foster home. I'm super smart and I have a big vocabulary: I know sit, crate, down, and paw so far. I am super wiling to please- and even more willing to please for treats (which I take from you very gently)! I understand boundaries well and stay off of furniture unless I am invited up. I'm also learning to walk well on leash.