The Arizona Republic

Callisto and more pets up for adoption How to adopt

- 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.

Callisto: Senior Malamute with puppy energy

It is safe to say that Callisto has perfected the art of the head tilt in his seven years of life. With a puppy-like spirit, this senior pup is the perfect mix of playful and calm. A perfect testament to the joys of adopting an older pet, sweet Callisto hopes his charming personalit­y will help him find his forever family soon.

Callisto is a fluffy Alaskan Malamute who made his way to the Arizona Humane Society earlier this month after his previous owner became ill and

Interested adopters can meet the cute Callisto at AHS’ South Mountain location. His adoption fee includes his neuter surgery, current vaccinatio­ns, a microchip, and a follow-up wellness exam with a VCA Animal Hospital. Visit azhumane.org/adopt for more informatio­n. could no longer give him the care he needed. After a check-up by AHS veterinari­ans, it was determined that this sweet boy is a bit sensitive when it comes to being handled for medical checks, but otherwise, he is very healthy for his age.

Bright, vocal and naturally sweet, Callisto would love a calm home that allows him to adjust to his new life. With positive reinforcem­ent and allowing him to go at his own pace, the furry pup will indeed become a bright spot in his new home.

 ?? ARIZONA HUMANE SOCIETY ?? Want to adopt Callisto? Please visit azhumane.org/adopt.
ARIZONA HUMANE SOCIETY Want to adopt Callisto? Please visit azhumane.org/adopt.

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