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Wonder Woman!

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Wonder Woman is actually still a kitten of course, but she would love to become your very own superstar and grow to become a majestic adult. She is a gorgeous, affectionate brown tabby, 3 months of age, spayed baby girl with a hearty purr, and she debuts for adoption today at Nevada SPCA. Wonder Woman's hero was her foster dad, who bottle fed her at all hours of the day and night after her rescue as a motherless newborn.

Logan yearns for new consideration, please.

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Logan , one of the happiest and most carefree dogs in the shelter, is also, inexplicably, one of our longest residents.  He enjoys dogs, adores people, and he is reportedly good with cats and children too, plus housetrained.  Logan yearns for a loving home and Pet'ographique beautifully captured his appeal for renewed consideration.  Logan is a Jack Russell Terrier, neutered boy, 7 years of age, with impaired vision in his left eye from an old eye infection, awaiting adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  Please come meet Logan !

Tiny babies with big personalities -- puppies ready for adoption.

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Boo Berry Count Chocula Franki Berry These three precious puppies were lovingly raised in a foster home after their rescue.  All have sugary-sweet personalities and gentle, loving natures. They are Chihuahua mixes, now 7 months of age, spayed/neutered, and ready for adoption at Nevada SPCA. Boo Berry and Count Chocula are boys and Franki Berry is a girl. Please carefully puppy-proof your homes and yards for their safety and protection.

Tootie, an angel.

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Seeing Tootie is like looking in the eyes of an angel.  She is very kind and calm, and full of love, and hopeful that she will finally be loved.  Like all mixed breeds, Tootie has unique beauty.  She is medium-size and perhaps a mix of Cocker Spaniel and Shetland Sheepdog.  She is spayed, about 8 years of age, good with dogs, shaved down (to get rid of the knots and tangles) and debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  Tootie is one of 14 dogs we rescued from other shelters just before Christmas.

Sunny, a snow-white Persian cat who adores people.

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An exceptionally social boy, Sunny will surely greet you at the door when you return home every day, looking up at you with his golden eyes anticipating kind petting and chatting.  Sunny is a stunningly handsome, snow-white Persian, 8 years of age, neutered, debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  Sunny needed us when his previous owner passed away unexpectedly.

Rebel - with a cause.

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Rebel's eyes say it all, don't they? The victim of abuse and neglect, his trust has been violated and he is not at all sure about the human race. But yet, he yearns to be loved and to share his devotion if he can find just the right, gentle person.  Rebel is a Shih-Tzu mix, neutered boy, 2 years young, debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA. He is great with other dogs and needs regular grooming (note: we shaved away his knots and tangles, so his coat will grow long again).

Foxy, a baby girl with a lifetime of love to share.

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Foxy is an angelic purr baby -- her purring is so hearty for such a tiny kitten -- with unbearable adorableness!  She has been lovingly raised in a foster home after being rescued as a motherless newborn.  Now 3 months of age and spayed, Foxy debuts for adoption today on Christmas Eve at Nevada SPCA.  Please keep her indoors only for her safety and protection and kitten-proof your home.

Cheeto, a baby boy who made a beautiful recovery.

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Cheeto's survival and full recovery from the deadly parvo virus is one of the Christmas miracles we are appreciating this season.  He is a dignified baby boy, rust red Chihuahua, 7 months of age, neutered, debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  He was very sick at the time of rescue, but we had extensive medical care provided for him and he pulled through with flying colors.  The ordeal now over, Cheeto is beginning to become more light-hearted and puppy-like again, enjoying life.

Paws, a Doberman Pinscher puppy for adoption.

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Paws , a Doberman Pinscher puppy, is like a young prince -- regal, but needing more socialization and experience to develop into a well-balanced adult.  He is very shy with new people and in new situations, so an experienced home is needed. Paws is 9 months of age, neutered, with handsome chocolate & brown coloring, and he debuts for adoption today at Nevada SPCA. He lost his previous home because he was reportedly accidentally knocking a very young child down during playtime. Please carefully puppy-proof your home and yard for his safety and protection.

Porthos, The Yoga Kitty debuts for adoption.

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Porthos is a peaceful, contented baby boy who adores and trusts people with all of his heart.  The staff nicknamed him "The Yoga Kitty" because he will let you cradle him or hold him close any way you want. Porthos is an orange tabby & white medium-hair kitten, 4 months of age, neutered, debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  Please ask for Porthos by name when you visit. Please be sure to kitten-proof your home for his safety and protection.

Aries is blessed with a million-dollar smile.

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Aries has been a good momma, and now that her maternal duties are completed, she is ready to find a loving, forever home.  At the time of rescue her previous owner was hospitalized and she had a litter of young puppies.  (Her five pups will be available for adoption in the weeks to come.)  Aries is a medium-size Heinz 57 with Retriever, blessed with a million-dollar smile.  Aries is now spayed, about 5 years of age, and debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.

Casey, a Yorkshire Terrier who needs a loving, forever home.

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Casey is a bubbly, light-hearted little angel debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  She is a Yorkshire Terrier, spayed girl, 4 years of age, and great with other dogs. Please plan and budget for regular professional grooming care.

Mademoiselle Ahiti needs a hero.

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Mademoiselle Ahiti only understands French, so we have had a volunteer visit her daily and speak French to her and console her broken heart.  Mademoiselle Ahiti's previous owners returned to France. She is a soulful Rottweiler with a beautiful spirit, spayed girl, about 6 years of age, debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA. She delights in resting and relaxing, and requires a daily joint supplement and pain regiment for hip dysplasia.  Please help us find a hero to adopt her and welcome her into a world of love and comfort.

Spartacus, a Boston Terrier for adoption.

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Spartacus promises you a lifetime of love and entertainment, and certainly no dull moments.  He is a zany, frisky, lively young Boston Terrier debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  Spartacus is a handsome boy, neutered, 2 years of age, housetrained and crate-trained, and reportedly fine with cats, but not compatible with other dogs.  Boston Terrier knowledge is preferred for his adoption.

A sweet Brownie Sundae for adoption!

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Brownie Sundae more than lives up to her fun name -- she is an irresistible girl with a delightful, delicious personality!  She is a Chocolate Labrador Retriever mix, spayed, 5 years of age, full of love and joy and innocence.  Brownie Sundae needed us when her previous owners moved to an apartment where she was not allowed.  She debuts for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.

Blinky, a Yorkshire Terrier with immense charm.

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Full of immense charm, Blinky is ready to steal your heart!  He is a precious Yorkshire Terrier, neutered, 12 years of age, debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  Another shelter asked us to rescue him because of his dental needs.  We had his teeth cleaned and he is now ready to join a forever home.  Blinky enjoys people and dogs and he needs regular professional grooming care.

Chelsea has the majesty of a lion!

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Seniors like Chelsea are blessed with wisdom and grace, and offer just as much unconditional love as kittens. Chelsea is a majestic Ragdoll with a gorgeous leonine appearance and she debuts for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  She adorably cuddles by burying her face in your neck. Chelsea is spayed, about 14 years of age, and needed us when her previous owner passed away.

Fifi, a gorgeous Shetland Sheepdog full of loving devotion.

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Fifi delights in fetching soft toys, carrying them around in her mouth as she prances around the house enticing you to play with her.  She is a gorgeous Shetland Sheepdog, spayed girl, 6 years of age, housetrained, compatible with cats, debuting for adoption at Nevada SPCA.  Fifi tolerates dogs, but favors human companionship.  Shetland Sheepdog knowledge is strongly preferred for her adoption.   Fifi's portrait, in pearls, is courtesy of Pet'ographique to help her find a loving, forever home.  (Please double-click on her portrait to see it in full-size.)

Doesn't every home need a princess?

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The jeweled crown Pet'ographique included in Phoebe's portrait fits this princess beautifully.  She asks only to be adored and loved. Phoebe is a Lop-Eared Silver Martin bunny, spayed girl, 7-9 years of age, with a gentle soul. She hopes for a compassionate home for her twilight years and she gets along well with other calm rabbits. Please ask for Phoebe by name in Nevada SPCA's Lovebugs Room.

Delilah, a Maine Coon mix kitten for adoption.

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For a baby girl -- Delilah is still a kitten, approximately 7 months of age -- she has an especially majestic appearance and wise countenance.  Delilah is a Maine Coon mix kitten, cuddly and loving, spayed, debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA. Please ask for her by name in the free-roaming Cat Condo playrooms. Please kitten-proof your home for her safety and protection.

Zelda, a golden peach for adoption.

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Zelda's golden eyes are a beautiful reflection of her soul.  She longs to be loved and to feel like she belongs to someone.  Zelda is a peach & white Bully mix, spayed girl, 4 years of age, housetrained and crate-trained, and great with children.   Zelda needed us because of her previous owner's home foreclosure.

James & Wallis

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James Wallis James & Wallis are strongly bonded boys who needed rescue when their previous owner went into hospice. They are exceptionally gentle and affectionate, and ideally, they like to sit in your lap at the same time. Both boys are neutered.  James is an orange tabby & white, previously declawed, about 10 years of age.  Wallis is a tuxedo, about 7 years of age. Please ask for James & Wallis by name when you visit Nevada SPCA.

The radiant Sadie!

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Sadie's radiance is brilliantly captured by Pet'ographique in this stunning portrait to help her find a loving, forever home.  Sadie is an intelligent Australian Cattle Dog mix, spayed girl, about 6 years of age, and she enjoys other sweet dogs.  Please come meet and adopt Sadie at Nevada SPCA.  She has been here for months, an overlooked hidden treasure, and she is trying to patiently await someone special so she can join their family.

I would love to join your family.

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Throw a ball for Simbad and he will often chase it.  Batting at toys on the ends of sticks is also a favorite pasttime for this large, handsome boy.  When playtime is over, Simbad is content sitting in your lap and being brushed or petted. He is a grey medium-hair with a regal, leonine appearance, neutered, 5 years of age, ready for adoption in The Purr Palace playroom at Nevada SPCA.  Special thanks to Pet'ographique for this good-looking portrait to help him find a loving, forever home.

Coco, a handsome Basset Hound who yearns for a hero.

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Coco is an inquisitive, very lovable boy debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  He is a handsome Basset Hound, neutered, approximately 7 years of age, and he enjoys other friendly dogs.  Please note that Coco needs a daily digestive aid (a pancreatic enzyme concentrate) due to pancreatic insufficiency.  His medications though are a small price to pay in comparison to the universe of unconditional love he his ready to offer you in exchange for a forever home.

The Sleek Shorthair Kittens debut for adoption today!

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Carson Diana Henry Ida These four angels are from a litter of 9 rescued kittens and they have been raised in a loving foster home. (Their siblings will be ready for adoption too in the days to come.) Carson and Henry are boys. Diana and Ida are girls. All four are sleek shorthairs, spayed/neutered, 3 months of age, sweet and playful, and debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA. Please carefully kitten-proof your homes for their safety and protection.

Will you hold me in your lap every day?

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Simon is a laid back boy who loves to lounge in your lap.  Rather than play with toys, he is people-oriented and wants to be with you.  Being previously de-clawed, it is especially important that he lives strictly indoors for his safety.  Simon is a handsome, blue-eyed tiger tabby & white with a raccoon tail, neutered, 9 years of age, ready for adoption at Nevada SPCA.  His previous owner passed away and he had nowhere to go.

Sahara is a beautiful kitten who offers a lifetime of devotion and unconditional love.

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Sahara is so affectionate that she insists you use both hands when you pet her.  She is a baby girl who glows with love and she debuts for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  Sahara is a brown tabby & white shorthair who softly chats with you and she is now 3 months of age and spayed.  After being rescued as a motherless newborn, her foster mom heroically bottle-fed her and nurtured her to good physical and emotional health.

Greta awaits a hero.

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"Mirror mirror on the wall, who is the fairest of them all?" Surely the answer is Greta , a blue-eyed angel with a heavenly temperament, a magical blend of breeds including Weimaraner, a spayed girl of just 2 years of age. She loves people and other dogs. She is completely deaf, so use consistent hand signals to communicate with her. These brand new portraist from Pet'ographique to help Greta find a forever home are phenomenal! Please visit Nevada SPCA and ask for Greta by name.

Rusty, a handome Rottweiler ready to add joy to your life.

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Rusty loves to shake paws.  He is a social, engaging youngster who wants and needs to be around people.  But his previous owner got him through one of those anonymous classifed ad web sites and was trying to turn him into a "guard dog".  We are committed to finding Rusty a loving home where he will be valued as a companion and family member and he debuts for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  Rusty is a handsome Rottweiler, neutered, 3 years of age.

Lionheart's Triumph!!

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Lionheart, picture 1 - upon full recovery Lionheart, picture 2 - upon full recovery Lionheart, picture 3 - after rescue, at veterinary hospital Lionheart, picture 4 - after rescue, at veterinary hospital We were elated when this angel had the light back in his eyes, when he could hold up his head on his own, and when his tail began to wag.  The victim of extreme starvation, at the time of rescue his life was in imminent peril.  After a week of emergency hospitalization care and fluids, and months of subsequent recovery at Nevada SPCA (www.nevadaspca.org), the boy we named Lionheart nearly tripled his weight and bloomed into a social, cheerful boy full of joy and curiosity.  Lionheart is a Yorkshire Terrier mix, neutered, 5 years of age, debuting for adoption today.  CAUTION : His "before" pictures are very disturbing.  But we want to share Lionheart's success with you and ask for your help in finding him a loving, forever home.

The Beloved Baby Puppies debut for adoption today!

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Bear Bernadette Betty Lou These three playful, adorable, cuddly puppies -- nicknamed " The Beloved Baby Puppies " -- are now 3 months of age, spayed/neutered, and debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA. Bear is a boy and his sisters are Bernadette and Betty Lou . They needed us when their previous owner said his Poodle had an "oops" pregnancy with a neighbor's Terrier. We were very happy to rescue the three in exchange for him getting his Poodle neutered. Please carefully puppy-proof your home and yard for their safety and protection.

Botticelli would love to meet you!

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Botticelli is an engaging boy, too cute for words, and he enjoys running in his wheel and napping in his mini house in his habitat.  He is a young Dwarf Hamster ready for adoption today in Nevada SPCA's Lovebugs Room.  Botticelli is friendly with people.  Botticelli is one of sixteen dwarf hamsters ready for adoption today. We rescued him from another shelter.

Lullaby wants to know what a loving home feels like.

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Lullaby's beautifully expressive eyes reveal a young girl who is tender-hearted and sensitive, yearning to be loved for her own worth, not for her commercial value as a breeding machine.  She is a pretty Chihuahua, spayed, 2 years of age, good with people and dogs, and debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.  Lullaby is incredibly fortunate to be alive.  Her previous owner bred her for puppies, but could not afford the emergency medical care she desperately needed when one of her babies got stuck during the birthing process.  We rescued her and rushed her into a veterinary hospital for an emergency Caesarean section, and 4 of her 5 babies survived and remain in foster care.