We featured Pharaoh a month ago, and this time, we have a plea: if he doesn’t find a permanent throne soon, he may need to leave the shelter in a way we’d prefer not to name. He’s been here since May. Pharaoh has no teeth, although he seems to have no trouble eating, as you can see. He had all his teeth pulled because of stomatitis and dental disease, but it hasn’t stopped him from purring and begging for head scritches. And eating, of course. He has some medical conditions that will need to be addressed by his human. Pharaoh’s only 3 years old, and he so deserves a full reign. To adopt or foster Pharaoh, email PetAdopt@longbeach.gov to speed the process for adopting or fostering, or call (562) 570-7387. Ask for ID#A699241).

(This rescue encouraged by the usual suspects.)

Adorable, adoptable Brownie is a 2-year-old sweetie-pie! She was brought to the shelter by her human, an unhoused person who loved her very much but could no longer care for her. She’s been in the shelter since February, and because of overcrowding, euthanasia may be performed, which none of us wants. Brownie is spayed and ready to go to your house, gallop around and play with toys, which she loves to do with our volunteers. She has a smile that will brighten your day. Please brighten hers. You can speed the process to adopt or foster Brownie and any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Even better, stop by during our new open walk-in hours every Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Our shelter is located at 7700 E. Spring St. Ask for ID#A693980 to meet Brownie.

Shelters everywhere have more dogs than they have room or the ability to care for, and Long Beach Animal Care Services is one of them. Alonzo has lived there for nearly a year. He came in as a stray last year in December, and at a year and a half, he’s spent about half his life in a shelter. No fair! Alonzo is a happy, playful boy with high energy and an athletic bent. His dream day would be an adventure walk with his person followed by a nap and then a toy session. He has this great tippy-toe dance when he knows a treat or a toy is coming! Please save his life—literally. You can speed the process to adopt or foster Alonzo and any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Even better, stop by during our new open walk-in hours every Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Our shelter is located at 7700 E. Spring St. Ask for ID#A690707to meet Alonzo.

Pharaoh has just finished up a tasty snack. That’s no mean feat—or is it paws?—for him, because he’s completely toothless! Pharaoh had all his teeth pulled because of stomatitis and dental disease, but it hasn’t stopped him from eating, purring, and begging for head scritches. He wouldn’t bite even if he had teeth! He’s just a 3-year-old couch potato. Pharaoh needs to go home because he’s been at Long Beach Animal Care Services since May. He has some medical conditions that will need to be addressed by his human. To give Pharaoh the reign he deserves, email PetAdopt@longbeach.gov to speed the process for adopting or fostering, or call (562) 570-7387. Ask for ID#A699241).

(This rescue encouraged by the usual suspects.)

Spring turned to summer, and summer will soon step aside for autumn, and Cooper is still waiting for his home for all seasons. Cooper came to Long Beach Animal Care Services in May, and the volunteers and staff cannot believe that this sweet, playful 2-year-old lovebug hasn’t been adopted yet. Cooper loves to be with people, especially if they’re the belly-rubbing types. He knows several commands and is treat- and toy-motivated—he takes them so gently! But Cooper is struggling with the confinement and stress that go with living in a shelter for a long time. He’s currently at risk of exiting in the worst way possible. Please come meet him. You can speed the process to adopt or foster Cooper and any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Even better, stop by during our new open walk-in hours every Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Our shelter is located at 7700 E. Spring St. Ask for ID#A698011 to meet Cooper.

Missy is a pretty girl with a big grin. She seems to be around 6 years old and a mix of pit bull and cattle dog. She walks well on a leash and balances her energy between zoomies and settling down for a nap. Missy has never lived indoors, to the staff and volunteers’ knowledge, so she’s learning what to do with toys. Treats she understands, though! She doesn’t care much for other dogs, but does she love people! You can speed the process to adopt or foster Missy and any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Even better, stop by during our walk-in hours every Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Our shelter is located at 7700 E. Spring St. Ask for ID#693982 to meet Missy. We’re at capacity, everyone needs homes, and Missy needs to get out in the best way possible!