Meridian: Pets Available For Adoption Nearby

Meridian MS

06 October, 2021

10:12 AM

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Want to add a furry friend to your family? Look no further than these Meridian animal shelters for a pet available for adoption. Many shelters are still working to fulfill adoptions. About 6.5 million companion animals are given to shelters each year nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Of those, approximately 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats. Shelters often look after other animals in search of a permanent home as well, including pigs, birds and even horses. However, only half of all shelter animals — about 3.2 million — are adopted each year, ASPCA data shows. This means millions of animals — some right here in the Meridian area — are still waiting for their forever homes. If you need some help in your search, Patch and Petfinder have you covered. We've rounded up this week's list of animals available for adoption near you. If you're a cat person, meet Oliver, a Domestic Short Hair up for adoption. Or if dogs are more your thing, there are several great dogs available, too. Click on any listing to learn more about a pet or to start the adoption process. Editor's note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. If you're a local shelter looking to see your adoptable pets appear on Patch, you'll need to list them through Petfinder. All readers are encouraged to report errors or other feedback to [email protected]. Oliver Name: Oliver Species: Cat Location: Lauderdale County Animal Control, 6100 Rocky Lane, Marion, MS Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Oliver is a 2 year old male cat who looks like he's always ready to play! He would love to..." Learn more Ghost Name: Ghost Species: Dog Location: Lauderdale County Animal Control, 6100 Rocky Lane, Marion, MS Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Labrador Retriever Description: "Ghost is an 8 month old lab mix dog. He's is a sweet looking guy who is ready to play!..." Learn more Horizon Name: Horizon Species: Dog Location: Lauderdale County Animal Control, 6100 Rocky Lane, Marion, MS Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Shepherd Labrador Retriever Mix Description: "Horizon is an 8 month old shepherd mix dog. He is a happy looking guy who is anxiously waiting his..." Learn more