Looking to Adopt? Check Out These Cuties

Are you looking for a furry companion to call your own? Then you've come to the right place. Each week we highlight animals that are up for adoption and looking for someone to love them.

, Westwood:

Abigail, a beautiful female Bengal, and Skyler, a stunning male long hair Russian Blue, are about 9 months old. As kittens they were rescued from dire circumstances. Abby had a broken leg and Skyler was found wandering the streets alone. With medical care and love, they have grown into healthy and playful companions who happily romp around together. Abby has the more outgoing personality. She greets new visitors at the door of her foster home and leads them to Skyler. Then the two of them walk side by side, with their tails intertwined. Having been abandoned once, Skyler now depends on Abigail and we'd like them adopted together. They are spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccinations and microchipped. For more information, call 201-666-5444 or e-mail care4strays@yahoo.com.

Bergen County Animal Shelter, Teterboro:

This week at the Bergen County Animal Shelter there are many pets who are looking for a great home to call their own but these are the featured pets of the week.

Cats:

The shelter describes Fatty:

Fatty came to the shelter with his brother Frankie. Fatty is an exceptional cat. He is about 6 years old and loves dogs. He is good with children and infants. Fatty would like to find a home with his brother, however he does not have to. Fatty is up to date with shots and has tested negative for Feline Aids and Feline Leukemia. He will get a microchip before leaving the shelter.

The shelter describes Yoshi:

Yoshi is a great guy. He is about 1 year old and was brought to the shelter when his family separated. Yoshi is a playful and fun loving guy. He has lived with dogs before. Yoshi is up to date with shots and has tested negative for Feline Aids and Feline Leukemia. He will get a microchip before leaving the shelter.

Rabbit:

The shelter describes Nivens McTwist:

Nivens is a friendly bunny who is litter-pan trained.

Dogs:

The shelter describes Lil Man:

A large, adult pit bull terrier mix. He has been here for more than three months, too long to live in a kennel so we are intently looking for the right home for him. This Lil Man is not so little. Weighing in at 99 pounds, this hunk will need a family who has bully breed experience. As a social 4-year-old, Lil Man has a tendency to get a bit too aroused when playing, especially with rope toys. Although this tends to be his favorite, adopters will have to set basic rules so Lil Man can learn to play appropriately. He does pull moderately so owners will need to start leash training and take him on plenty of walks so he gets the exercise he needs to be a healthy, strong guy. Lil Man is very respectful of his handler and looks for direction. He has come a long way since he arrived with the help of the staff and volunteers who walk him and work with him. He loves to play fetch which is a great way for him to burn off some of his energy.  Please think about meeting this great boy. 

The shelter describes Blue:

He is a young pit bull mix that was brought to us because his owners didn't have time for him. This smaller guy, weighing in at 50 pounds, can be intense for his size so adopters should know about or research bully breeds before taking him home. Blue was not friendly with a male dog he was introduced to so we are recommending a single dog household for him. Blue does get distracted easily so owners should practice a look command with him so he learns to focus more on his leader than on his surroundings. Although he does get sidetracked, he is a social pup. He comes up to people seeking affection and is very friendly with the people he is introduced to. We are recommending a home with children older than 16 years (depending on meet and greet) because it takes a while for him to warm up and relax. Blue is now looking for a home that can provide him with guidance and direction so he can become a more confident, social adult.

Interested in making one of these animals part of your family? Want to take a look at some of the other great pets up for adoption? The Bergen County Animal Shelter is located at 100 United Lane in Teterboro. You can call the shelter at 201- 229-4600 or visit them on the web. 

Hours for adoption are 1 to 5 p.m. seven days a week. The shelter is open Thursdays from 1 to 7:30 p.m.