Broward County Animal Care is at capacity, and two senior dogs are hoping to find new families. Thor and Mervin, both 7 years old, are this week’s featured adoptable pets from the shelter at 2400 SW 42nd St. in Fort Lauderdale.
Thor (A2479444) is a 60-pound, neutered Alaskan Malamute with a fluffy coat and one blue eye and one brown eye. He is calm, friendly and affectionate, but he prefers a quiet home and does not like rough handling. Because of past incidents involving small dogs, the shelter recommends placing him in an adult-only home or a home with older children or teens, with no small dogs.
Mervin (A2475156) is a 55-pound, neutered American Staffordshire terrier mix. The shelter describes him as affectionate and playful for his age, with a fondness for belly rubs and grass rolling. He is housebroken, walks well on a leash and suits someone looking for a relaxed companion.
Mervin’s adoption comes with added support. The Pet Project sponsors his care, covering free food, vaccinations, monthly preventive care and reduced-cost medical care for life.
All animals adopted from the county shelter are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Adopters pay $25 for the required Broward County registration tag. The shelter is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Residents can learn more at Broward.org/Animal.
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