The Arizona Republic

PETS OF THE WEEK

- — Kelsey Dickerson, Arizona Humane Society

Every year, approximat­ely 6.5 million companion animals enter shelters nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Of those, about 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats.

Each week, The Arizona Republic highlights a handful of the many pets up for adoption at Valley shelters. To check the status of a specific animal, please contact the shelter directly.

Magic: Do you believe?

The Arizona Humane Society has one question for you: do you believe in Magic? This handsome feline sure hopes you do! Although he is quite the crowd worker with his charm and good looks, this 6year-old black shorthair kitty, unfortunat­ely, does not have the most magical story.

With quite a history with AHS, Magic originally found his way to the shelter in 2021 after he was found abandoned. His previous owners were evicted and did not take him along. Rescued by an AHS

Cruelty Investigat­or and given some TLC in the shelter, Magic was quickly adopted and has been there for the last two years.

Fast forward to a few weeks ago and this sweet kitty found himself at AHS once again due to his adopter being unable to care for him any longer. Luckily, he went through the right channels and made the difficult decision to surrender Magic back to AHS so he could find his true forever family. Loving and curious with a delightful spirit, he is sure to bring Magic to your heart and home.

How to adopt: In honor of PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week, all adoptable pets at AHS’ PetSmart Scottsdale locations have 50% off their adoption fees today! Interested adopters can meet with magical Magic at the Arizona Humane Society’s PetSmart Scottsdale location. His adoption fee includes his neuter surgery, current vaccinatio­ns, a microchip and a free followup wellness exam with a VCA Animal Hospital. Visit azhumane.org/adopt to choose one of three convenient ways to adopt based on your schedule.

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