The Olympic games may be a fond memory, but Long Beach Animal Care Services’ gold medal winners—and every pet in the shelter is one—are waiting for the real prize: a forever home with loving, understanding humans. Marilyn is one such animal deserving of the grand prize. She was brought to the shelter with her “brother,” Mayfield, when a resident spotted them running loose on the street. The volunteers find Marilyn to be a fun, good girl, full of energy. Throw a ball, and she’ll run back with it faster than Noah Lyles! Like any serious athlete, she enjoys drinking water from a hose afterward. Speed the process to adopt or foster Marilyn, her brother Mayfield, or any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Our shelter hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 7700 E. Spring St. at the entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking fee for shelter visitors. Ask for ID#A719434 (ID#A719434 for Mayfield).

Meet Gerald, a gray-and-white 12-year-old geriatric dude. He’s a shy, slow-moving sweetheart who looks like your favorite uncle—all he needs is a rocking chair and a safe place to call home! Gerald came to the shelter on May 2, presenting all kinds of medical issues: dehydration, decreased muscle mass, a buildup of fluid and a corneal scar in his left eye, severe dental disease and chronic kidney disease. The shelter was considering sending Gerald over the Rainbow Bridge, but our veterinarians worked hard—by July 7, he was doing well on his special renal diet. He’s gained weight and is now well hydrated. He sees out of his right eye but we’re not sure about the left. No matter—he can now sun himself on the catio, set off from the other kitties so they don’t eat his special food. And he gets so much love from the volunteers! After the first few pets, he stands up to really enjoy the attention. Here’s hoping he gets that forever home soon, rocking chair or not! To adopt or foster Gerald, email PetAdopt@longbeach.gov to speed the process, or call (562) 570-7387. Better yet, meet them in person at Long Beach Animal Care Services, 7700 E. Spring St., Long Beach, at entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking fee for shelter visitors). Visiting hours are Wednesday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m., and Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Ask for ID#A720121.

His name is Gallant, and isn’t he all that! Just look at that friendly, noble demeanor! Here he is on an outing to the park with his volunteer friends. He was super-chill in the car and had a deal of a dog’s day playing with toys, relaxing on a blanket, playing with other doggies, and being petted by his people. He’ll sit by your side and contentedly watch the world go by—he’s curious about everything! He’s the perfect dog for a loving home outside a kennel. Speed the process to adopt or foster Gallant or any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Our shelter hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 7700 E. Spring St. at the entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking fee for shelter visitors. Ask for ID#A717488.

Uncle Roger is a 14-year-old senior orange fellow who came in as a stray. He was whisked off to medical to assess his eyes and was found to lack vision completely in his left eye because of a condition called corneal edema. The lens in his right eye has slipped out of position — he may have limited vision in that eye. Otherwise, he’s in reasonably good health for his age; the foster or adopter will need to continue with routine care after a veterinary consult. Uncle Roger loves to be petted and talked to as he relaxes in Long Beach Animal Care Services’ catio. The volunteers would love to see this golden cat spending his golden years in a golden, sunny spot in a home.To adopt or foster Uncle Roger, email PetAdopt@longbeach.gov to speed the process, or call (562) 570-7387. Better yet, meet them in person at Long Beach Animal Care Services, 7700 E. Spring St., Long Beach, at entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking fee for shelter visitors). Visiting hours are Wednesday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m., and Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Ask for ID#A722911.

Gumbo is about to mark an entire year at Long Beach Animal Care Services. Why he hasn’t gone home is a mystery. He came in as a stray with severe skin issues, but that’s been long cleared up. In fact, he’s so comfy that he allows the volunteers to dress him as a leprechaun or Santa Claus or whatever the occasion calls for. He’s also the blueprint for the family dog—he loves to play fetch and obey commands, especially if there’s a treat to be had. He loves his toys to their literal death, but he’ll love his humans for life. He’s only 3 years old and deserves many more years in a loving home. Speed the process to adopt or foster Gumbo or any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Our shelter hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 7700 E. Spring St. at the entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking fee for shelter visitors. Ask for ID#A705236.