Charleston Area Pets Now Up For Adoption: Meet Anita, Dahlia & More

Charleston WV

18 February, 2022

10:10 AM

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Want to add a new member to your family and give back to the world at the same time? Then you should consider adopting a pet from a local shelter or organization. Many animal shelters in the Charleston area are still working to fulfill adoptions and place pets in their forever home. Over 6 million companion animals are surrendered or taken in each year by animal rescue organizations 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 Charleston area — are still waiting for their forever homes. With help from our friends at Petfinder, Patch has 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. 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]. LILA Name: LILA Species: Cat Location: Itty Bitty Kitty Committee Wv, PO Box 40223, Charleston, WV Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Meet Lila! Lila is a young female, spayed, vaccinated, combo tested (negative), and flea/parasite treated. Lila was abandoned when her..." Learn more Anita Name: Anita Species: Cat Location: New Hope Animal Rescue, PO Box 461, Scott Depot, WV Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Cats Description: "ANITA This beautiful baby girl has an unknown past but came to us for help to find a home. She..." Learn more Dahlia Name: Dahlia Species: Cat Location: New Hope Animal Rescue, PO Box 461, Scott Depot, WV Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Cats Description: "DAHLIA loves attention and being brushed. She was adopted from New Hope when she was a kitten but due to..." Learn more