It’s me, Velma — 7 months old, 38 lbs of cuddly chaos and “please-adopt-me” energy. I passed the kid test ✅ nailed the cuddle test ✅ and still… single?? I’m family-dog coded, emotionally available, and ready for my forever home. 🔗 A901194 | Bradshaw Animal Shelter 💕

👻 I’ve seen less ghosting on Tinder than what’s happening in the cat kennels rn. They purr, they pose, they make eye contact — & then you walk away?? Starting TODAY: $13 cat adoptions through Halloween Stop ghosting. Start adopting. BradshawShelter.net | Oct 28–31 | $13

Happy National Cat Day to everyone — except the people who call being “dog people” a personality trait 😏 Cats are celebrating by napping dramatically & knocking things off counters (as they should). 🎃 $13 cat adoptions thru Oct 31 📍 BradshawShelter.net 🐈‍⬛

Hog’s been at the shelter way too long. He’s 74 lbs of calm, drool, and dragon costume — the emotional support cryptid we didn’t know we needed. Adopt him and fulfill the prophecy. Restore balance. End my spiral. 🐉✨ 🔗 A902952 | bradshawshelter.net

beep boop Thank you for calling the Universe Home Placement Hotline. Press 1 to check on Elroy’s forever home. Press 2 if you’re crying about him again (…yeah, same). He’s 8, three-legged, smells like sunshine, and still waiting. Be the callback we’ve been manifesting. A902168

Chili is me, but in dog form — soft-spoken, tired but trying, and powered entirely by snacks and gentle praise. She’s a 6-year-old German Shepherd mix with “emotionally recovering from a group project” energy. Calm. Cozy. Effortlessly unbothered.✨ 24petconnect.com/SacramentoCoun…

POV: You came for cute dogs but now you’re emotionally invested in Lunna’s healing arc. She’s quiet luxury meets cottagecore recovery — shy, soft, slowly learning that love’s a safe place again. She’s 44 lbs of gentle bravery waiting for her soft life era. ✨ 🐶 A902159

Josie & Jessie — 13-year-old bonded Maine Coons who have me this close to building a cat castle & quitting my job. (Annette, I’m joking.🤪) Their owner passed away & now they just want a soft place to land—together. Not separate. Together. 🐾 🔗 A904970 & A904971

🐾 Everyone needs a little help sometimes — that’s why our Pet Pantry is here. ❤️ We’re providing free pet food to help local families keep their pets happy, healthy, and at home where they belong. 📍3839 Bradshaw Rd Learn more: BradshawShelter.net

Kaiser doesn’t know it’s Senior Pet Month — he just knows he’s still waiting. At 7 years old, this Shepherd-Chow mix is gentle, calm, and full of quiet hope. He’s the kind of love that asks for nothing but time. Come meet him at Bradshaw — he hasn’t given up on you.#AdoptDontShop

Checking in… how are we holding up? Because I’m not. Mabel (A881686) is still waiting she’s thriving in foster, but her time there’s almost up. She’s sweet, goofy, dog-friendly, & perfect. Someone please adopt her before I spiral again. 📍3839 Bradshaw Rd | [email protected]

Symptoms: crying in the cat room, mild obsession w/ 2 senior gray cats named Tinkers (16) & Jackson (14) 💔 Their world changed when their person went into care, but they’ve never let go of each other. Bonded pair, fees waived, forever home wanted 🐾 3839 Bradshaw Rd 💋

He’s 8 yrs old, 51 lbs, 3 legs, and pure calm, golden-retriever-in-a-pitbull-body energy. Someone adopt him so I can stop paying Gary for weekly therapy 🐾💸 📍A902168 | Bradshaw Animal Shelter 24petconnect.com/SacramentoCoun…

Moose update: 63 lbs of pure joy, 1 year old, master of the happy dance & owner of the best underbite in Sacramento 😭 He’s goofy, sweet, & still waiting for his person. Come meet him before I start handing out flyers on Hwy 50 myself. 📍A904571 | 3839 Bradshaw Rd 🐾

Manifestation update: Elroy ✅ Roly ✅ Now it’s Chula’s turn ✨ She’s 1 yr, 8 mo, 60 lbs, 3 legs, & pure sunshine in brindle form. Sweet, cuddly, happy, & learning life on three paws. Let’s go 3 for 3, Sacramento — someone adopt this girl 💚 📍A899719 | 3839 Bradshaw Rd

Raider said “Daylight savings? Never heard of her”. She’s 1y7m, playful, smart, squirrel-obsessed, and a certified fall diva. If seasonal depression is winning, adopt her—your vitamin D dealer. A901517 24petconnect.com/SacramentoCoun…

Sage’s puppies packed their tiny imaginary suitcases and headed to foster homes today 🥹✨ If you’ve ever thought “maybe I could foster…” this is your sign. We provide supplies, you provide love + a couch. Interested? Email [email protected] 💛🐾

Zena still waiting for a home? UNHINGED. She’s a 51-lb lap dog in her heart, walks great, and loves humans like it’s her job. Fix it, Sacramento — adopt her 💛 A905928 24petconnect.com/SacramentoCoun…

Honoring Roy C. Marcum — a longtime Sacramento County animal control officer remembered for his compassion, optimism, and unwavering commitment to helping people and pets. Though his watch ended in 2012, his legacy continues in the work we do every day. ❤️

Lulu (A905478) is struggling in the shelter. She’s a 3yo GSD with a grade 2/6 heart murmur who needs rescue or a special adopter experienced with cardiac care. Please share or email [email protected] if you can help.