Columbia Area Pets Up For Adoption: Cats, Dogs, More

Columbia SC

28 December, 2021

10:15 AM

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If you're wanting to add a four-legged ball of love and affection to your household, you should check out these Columbia area animal shelters for a pet who needs a home. Over 6 million pets are surrendered to animal 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 around half of all shelter pets are adopted each year, according to ASPCA data. This means millions of animals — some right here in the Columbia area — are still waiting for their forever homes. If you need some help in your search, Patch and Petfinder have you covered. We've compiled this week's list of animals available for adoption near you. Whether you're looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family. If you're a cat person, meet Denali, 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 for more information 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]. Denali Name: Denali Species: Cat Location: Little Carolina Paws Rescue, West Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "Denali is a cuddle bug!! She loves attention. Being pet and held are her favorite! She likes playing with other..." Learn more Lee Name: Lee Species: Cat Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "My name is Lee, I'm approximately 7 mo old, and a typical kitten" Learn more Rand Name: Rand Species: Dog Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier Description: "My name is Rand, I'm approximately 3 yrs old, and 71 lbs. I am heartworm positive but please don't let..." Learn more Trixie Name: Trixie Species: Dog Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Cane Corso Description: "My name is Trixie, I'm an adult dog, and 64 lbs. I am heartworm positive but please don't let that..." Learn more Min Name: Min Species: Dog Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier Description: "My name is Min, I'm an adult dog, and 35 lbs. I am heartworm positive but please don't let that..." Learn more Derp Name: Derp Species: Cat Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "This amazing boy was hit by a car and needed emergency surgery to remove his eye. He is a staff..." Learn more Elayne Name: Elayne Species: Dog Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler Good With: Dogs Description: "I am sweet but shy. I also have absolutely NO IDEA how to walk on a leash. My new owners..." Learn more Cookie Name: Cookie Species: Dog Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler Good With: Dogs Description: "I am very very shy. I also have absolutely NO IDEA how to walk on a leash. My new owners..." Learn more Brucie Name: Brucie Species: Dog Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier Good With: Dogs Description: "Brucie is a sweet boy with a lot of energy. He would love to have someone to take him out..." Learn more Charlie Name: Charlie Species: Cat Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "My name is Charlie, I'm approximately 3 mo, and a typical kitten." Learn more Milo Name: Milo Species: Cat Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Meathead Name: Meathead Species: Dog Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier Description: "My name is Meathead, I'm approximately 5 yr, and 61 lbs" Learn more Spark Name: Spark Species: Dog Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier Good With: Dogs Description: "Spark is a super sweet guy and just loves to people! He is also fine with other dogs his size...." Learn more Bambelo Name: Bambelo Species: Cat Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Domestic Short Hair Domestic Medium Hair Mix Description: "Bambelo is a rather rotund gal at 12 lbs and has a tricky time grooming herself. She will need regular..." Learn more Jhambiri Name: Jhambiri Species: Cat Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Jhambiri is approximately 2 years old." Learn more Rahvin Name: Rahvin Species: Dog Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier Description: "My name Rahvin, approximately 4 yrs and 64 lbs. I am heartworm positive but please don't let that worry you...." Learn more Lioal Name: Lioal Species: Dog Location: City Of Columbia Animal Services, Columbia, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Pit Bull Terrier Description: "My name Loial, approximately 6 yrs and 60 lbs. I am heartworm positive but please don't let that worry you...." Learn more Basil Name: Basil Species: Cat Location: Cullens Archangel Rescue Inc Care, PO Box 715, Lexington, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Tabby Domestic Short Hair Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please contact Main Email CARE ([email protected]), (803) 622-9813 for..." Learn more NALA Name: NALA Species: Cat Location: Whisker Tales Rescue, Elgin, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, American Shorthair Tabby Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Nala is a most affectionate and beautiful girl. She loves to play with kitty toys. Nala is talkative and a..." Learn more HARLEY Name: HARLEY Species: Cat Location: Whisker Tales Rescue, Elgin, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, American Shorthair Tabby Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Harley is a handsome fella who loves to be loved. He was surrendered to a shelter before coming to our..." Learn more TENNESSEE TUXEDO Name: TENNESSEE TUXEDO Species: Cat Location: Whisker Tales Rescue, Elgin, SC Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, American Shorthair Tabby Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Tennessee Tuxedo is such a sweet fella. He has a gentle and affectionate personality. He loves his cat tree and..." Learn more