Rally has earned his name. He’s a 4-year-old Longtime Legend, meaning that he’s been at Long Beach Animal Care Services for over a year. That’s mainly because has been spending his weeks and months dealing with knee surgery that Friends of Long Beach Animals covered. And Rally has rallied and continues to rally! He’s learning to walk gently on leash and enjoys rides in the car. On the day of his one-year “shelterversity,” volunteer Sarah decided that Rally should observe the day with a Fido Field trip to get a Pup Cup and a burger. He loved the ride—he watched the scenery and thanked Sarah with some burger-breath kisses. Would you rally around Rally and take him home forever? Long Beach Animal Care Services is over capacity with dogs, so speed the process to adopt or foster Rally 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#A746783.

Meet Malachite. This handsome one-year-old came to the shelter with a group of young dogs, all of whom have since found their homes. So why is Malachite still waiting? If you ask his friends at the shelter, they’ll tell you the truth: the shelter just isn’t where he shines. Malachite is a sensitive, shy soul, and when he feels overwhelmed in his kennel, he doesn’t always know what to do with those big feelings. Sometimes, they come out as barking, pacing or jumping in his kennel. People walk by, see those few seconds of him struggling, and keep going. And they miss out on the nice dog underneath the stress. The dog who just needs a little time to feel safe. The dog who has done well with other dogs. The dog who likes to play with toys. The dog who, once he decides you’re one of his people, is your friend for life. Malachite doesn’t need someone to rush him. He needs someone willing to give him time to build his confidence and show them who he really is. Want to make a difference in a shelter dog’s life? Malachite is waiting for someone willing to see past the kennel and give the good dog underneath a chance toshine. Want to make a difference in a dog’s life? Malachite’s waiting to meet you. Long Beach Animal Care Services is over capacity with dogs, so speed the process to adopt or foster Malachite 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#A757967.

Meet sweet Bobbi Sox. She’s only about 8 months old, and she’s already experienced tragedy. Bobbi was found after she was hit by a car—the incident caused a seizure and left her with head trauma and a wobbly walk. But it didn’t affect her personality—Bobbi just wants cuddles and pets, to hang out with people, and a nap on your lap. Bobbi needs more than just a loving home—she needs someone who understands her specific special needs. Even a temporary foster will do her a world of good. Please come to our shelter and meet her! Long Beach Animal Care Services is over capacity with dogs, so speed the process to adopt or foster Bobbi Sox 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#A766266.

Long Beach Animal Care Services is partnering with Helen Sanders CatPAWS for the Sweet 16 Special. The adoption promo offers an adoption fee of only $16 for  any cat 3 months and over until Labor Day, Sept. 7. We hope you’ll consider Prince, who’s Sweet 16 himself and very special! His adoption fee is actually $5, to encourage a senior adoption—with his glossy black coat and his energetic meow, you’d never think he was a senior! Prince came to the shelter with his two “siblings” after his human died. As much as the volunteers love him, a kennel is no place for a cat to spend his golden years after he’s been in a house all his life. Can you give this charming Prince a happily-ever-after? To adopt Prince , email PetAdopt@longbeach.gov to speed the process, or call (562) 570-7387. Better yet, meet him 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#A764712). Remember, adoption fees for cats 3 months old and over.

Here’s Rex, who seems to have caught the biggest shark in the sea! Rex is about 1 year old and weighs a little over 50 pounds. His bestie, volunteer Bev, says he’s playful, friendly and enjoys toys and interacting with humans. Bev says that Rex also makes great eye contact, whether in the play yard, on a leash or when someone walks by his kennel. Speaking of leashes, Rex loves his walks but needs some leash training because he pulls to get his energy out. If you’re someone who can help Rex with his leash pulling and would enjoy being his active playmate, you’ll both have caught the big fish. Rex is the best buddy ever! Long Beach Animal Care Services is over capacity with dogs, so speed the process to adopt or foster Rex 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 A760024.