Wilkes-Barre: Cats, Dogs, Pets Available For Adoption Nearby

Wilkes-Barre PA

02 June, 2022

10:15 AM

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If you've been hoping to add a four-legged ball of love and affection to your family, start with these shelters in the Wilkes-Barre area for a pet who needs a home. About 6.5 million pets are given to animal rescue organizations 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 animals are adopted each year, according to ASPCA data. This means millions of animals — some right here in the Wilkes-Barre 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 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]. Mikey Name: Mikey Species: Cat Location: Baby Jacks Rescue Inc, Plymouth , PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Long Hair Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Little Mikey is shy at first but warms up to you. He is a playful little boy and loves to..." Learn more LATISHA Name: LATISHA Species: Dog Location: Blue Chip Farm, 974 Lockville Rd, Dallas, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Chihuahua Learn more Tootsie Name: Tootsie Species: Cat Location: Purrs And Paws, Falls, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Calico Good With: Kids and cats Description: "Tootsie is the sister to toffee. She is ok with one other cat and previously lived with young children. Unfortunately..." Learn more Lucas - Available June 5th Name: Lucas - Available June 5th Species: Dog Location: One Life To Live Pet Rescue And Adoption Inc, Scranton, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Shepherd Labrador Retriever Mix Good With: Kids and dogs Description: "THIS HANDSOME GUY WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION OR FOSTER THROUGH ONE LIFE TO LIVE RESCUE SOON - WE ARE..." Learn more Cotton Name: Cotton Species: Dog Location: Friends With Paws Pet Rescue, Scranton, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Labrador Retriever Pit Bull Terrier Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Meet Cotton 10 week old - female - mixed breed If you have an approved application, please email us at..." Learn more Renato Name: Renato Species: Cat Location: Friends With Paws Pet Rescue, Scranton, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "Playful, sweet and fun! This little man loves to be held and pet!" Learn more Kenny Name: Kenny Species: Cat Location: Humane Society Of Lackawanna County Dba Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Rd, Clarks Summit, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Medium Hair Domestic Short Hair Mix Learn more Nigel Name: Nigel Species: Guinea Pig Location: Humane Society Of Lackawanna County Dba Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Rd, Clarks Summit, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Guinea Pig Learn more Lenny Name: Lenny Species: Cat Location: Humane Society Of Lackawanna County Dba Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Rd, Clarks Summit, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Penny Name: Penny Species: Cat Location: Humane Society Of Lackawanna County Dba Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Rd, Clarks Summit, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Denny Name: Denny Species: Cat Location: Humane Society Of Lackawanna County Dba Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Rd, Clarks Summit, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Maizey Name: Maizey Species: Dog Location: Pawsitively Purrfect Rescue, Nesquehoning, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier Good With: Kids and dogs Learn more Macho Name: Macho Species: Dog Location: Pawsitively Purrfect Rescue, Nesquehoning, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "DOB: Approx. 1/9/22 Meet Macho! A 5 month old male Pitbull mix (best guess) with a great set of ears!..." Learn more Brenda Name: Brenda Species: Cat Location: Carbon County Friends Of Animals, 77 West 13th Street, Jim Thorpe, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Large, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Cats Learn more Ren (GREAT Dog) Name: Ren (GREAT Dog) Species: Dog Location: Lovable Mutts Adoption Center Aka Pdr, Newfoundland, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Alaskan Malamute Good With: Kids and dogs Description: "Ren is a great dog. He is such a handsome boy. He is only about 2.5 years old and 80..." Learn more Diamond (GREAT Family Dog) Name: Diamond (GREAT Family Dog) Species: Dog Location: Lovable Mutts Adoption Center Aka Pdr, Newfoundland, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Female, Labrador Retriever Good With: Kids and dogs Description: "Diamond is a wonderful dog. She was in a shelter in SC for a solid year! The only reason she..." Learn more Jada Girls (GREAT Puppies) Name: Jada Girls (GREAT Puppies) Species: Dog Location: Lovable Mutts Adoption Center Aka Pdr, Newfoundland, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Female, German Shepherd Dog Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "These are the cutest puppies. Mom is a pure bred black GSD and dad was a GSD mix. They are..." Learn more Jada Boys (GREAT Puppies) Name: Jada Boys (GREAT Puppies) Species: Dog Location: Lovable Mutts Adoption Center Aka Pdr, Newfoundland, PA Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, German Shepherd Dog Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "These are the cutest puppies. Mom is a pure bred black GSD and dad was a GSD mix. They are..." Learn more