Mariah Carey and more pets up for adoption in Phoenix-area shelters
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.
Mariah Carey: Three-pawed Husky loves to sing
As gorgeous as the superstar she is named after, Mariah Carey has had quite a rough journey on the road to finding her forever home. Although she may not be able to hit the high notes quite as well as her namesake, the lovely three-year-old Siberian Husky loves singing the song of her people to all who will listen.
Mariah was picked up by an Arizona Humane Society Emergency Animal Medical Technician™ in March of this year after she was found as an injured stray. Not only was she not putting weight on her front right leg, she was found to be underweight.
Upon examination in the shelter’s trauma hospital, it was determined that her leg was beyond saving and needed amputation.
Almost a week after her surgery, Mariah has been adjusting extremely well and has never lost her bubbly spirit. A true testament to lives saved at AHS thanks to the community’s support, this sweet girl may only have three paws, but she has plenty of love left to give.
How to adopt: Interested adopters can meet the mystical Mariah Carey at AHS’ South Mountain location. Her adoption fee includes her spay surgery, current vaccinations, a microchip, and a follow-up wellness exam with a VCA Animal Hospital.
Visit azhumane.org/adopt for more information.