This Week on Pets on Parade - The Arizona Humane Society Online

Watch our weekly TV show, "Pets on Parade," at 12:30 pm every Saturday on KTVK Channel 3.

Now in its 50^th amazing year, "Pets on Parade" is the longest-running local television show in Arizona! It debuted on December 8, 1958, and has been a "must see" for Valley pet lovers since then. The show features a parade of pets who need new homes, as well as special guest interviews and useful animal-care tips. Pets you see on the show are available for adoption at 3 pm on the same Saturday they are featured at our Nina Mason Pulliam Campus for Compassion, 1521 W. Dobbins Road, Phoenix.

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If more than one person wants to adopt a specific pet, we will have a drawing to determine the first, second and third prospective adopter (all ticket holders must successfully complete our adoption pre-screening process). We apologize, but we cannot adopt out pets from the show before 3 pm on the day they are featured. Thanks for watching!

This Week on Pets on Parade (air date: 7/4/09):

CATS (All cats are litter box trained!)

Maxine

Our names are Maxine and Simba

Simba

and we are 2 month-old spayed female kittens. We arrived at the shelter with our littermates and we were too young to go up for adoption so were sent to a foster home to grow up a little more. When not cuddling, we are usually dashing around the house frantically chasing after crinkle toys, jingle balls, or toy mice. We lived with a small poodle in my foster home but are shy around dogs so take it slow around the canines. We are good with children, but haven't been around big dogs or other cats yet. Adoption Fee $37.50 each, ID #A266007 and #A266004.

Rusty

Our names are Rusty (spayed female)

Mimi

and Mimi (neutered male) and we are 3 month-old kittens. We came in with the kittens above, so also spent time in a foster home to gain weight and grow a bit. Now we are big and strong and very rambunctious! Can we go home together? We are good with cats and children, but haven't been around dogs yet. Adoption Fee $37.50 each, ID #A266005 and #A266008.

Jake

Our names are Alice (spayed female) and Jake (neutered male) and we are 3 month-old kittens. We were fostered together, even though we didn't come from the same litter! We become very close even though we aren't related, so would love to go home together. We love to play with each other and our favorite game is tag, or chasing toy mice from one end of the house to the other. We are good with cats and children, and ignore dogs. Adoption Fee $37.50 each, ID #A268505 and #A265352.

CRITTERS

Abe Lincoln

My name is Abe Lincoln and I am a 2 year-old neutered male lion head rabbit. I am a sweet rabbit who loves daily one on one time outside my cage. Please brush me daily to keep my coat nice and neat. I'll need a home where I am kept inside at a cool temp of 78 degrees. Finally, please provide me with lots of timothy hay and some rabbit food. We recommend new adopters read up on rabbit care. He is a great companion.Adoption Fee $50 each, ID #A269862.

Patriot

My name is Patriot and I'm a 2 year-old unaltered male winter dwarf hamster. I came to the shelter because my family didn't have time for me. I have a cute stripe down my back and the sweetest little face! This breed of hamster is not suited for small children as they are very fast, can be easily startled and will nip if not handled properly. High energy and very entertaining, I will needed to be provided with a wheel to run in, chew toys like paper towel rolls and wood blocks as well as high quality hamster food and treats. Provide hamster fluff so he can make a cozy nest to cuddle up in. I haven't been around kids or other pets, so please introduce me slowly. Adoption Fee $10, ID #A270431.

DOGS
Please bring dogs & kids to the shelter to meet your new dog before bringing him home

Glory

My name is Glory. I'm a 2 month-old spayed female long hair Chihuahua. I am a spunky and energetic puppy who can often times be spotted showing off my play bow or prancing around the yard. I am always ready to romp and play and I would love to have a human pal to spend a countless hours hanging out with me. I enjoy playing with toys that squeak and I also like to carry a small tennis ball around the house. I will need some basic training and a patient pal to teach me new tricks. I am a rowdy puppy now but one day I will settle down and become and excellent lap dog. I am not yet housetrained, ignore dogs, nervous with kids, and haven't been with cats yet. Adoption Fee $150, ID #A270150.

Tinkerbell

My name is Tinkerbell. I'm a 7 month-old spayed female smooth Collie. Everyone wants a heroic dog like Lassie in the movies. Tinker bell can be someone's hero someday but first she is looking for a hero of her own. Someone to sweep her off her paws, fall in love with her, and give her a forever home. I crave human companionship and hope to find a human pal devoted to me. I enjoy spending my mornings trotting along side my human companion while on a walk. I prefer to lounge around all afternoon and will follow you from room to room around the house. I am partially housetrained and good with dogs, cats and children. Adoption Fee $150, ID #A270516.

Titan

My name is Titan and I'm a 6 month-old neutered male Shiba Inu. Shiba Inu's are the smallest of the Japanese breeds. They are playful and animated dogs, and although they are small, they have big personalities. I am a bundle of energy, always on the go. I love adventure, always eager to explore the world around. My brisk outlook on life and ambitious personality will fit best with a person of similar nature. I'd love a spacious yard to bounce around and play in and plenty of chew toys to keep me out of trouble. I am partially housetrained, rude with other dogs, playful with cats and love kids, though I can be a bit rough. Adoption Fee $150, ID #A270429.

Liberty

My name is Liberty. I'm a 1 year-old spayed female Pit Bull / Bull Terrier mix. They say that a dog is the only thing in the world that will love you more than it loves itself. Liberty loves her humans with her whole heart, a devoted and faithful friend. She hopes to become someone's constant companion and be included in every part of her family's life. She loves to be around people and this gregarious girl greets everyone with a rapid tail wag and plenty of sloppy kisses. She is always ready for a belly rub and her favorite trick is "roll over." Give her your heart and she will love you forever. I am partially housetrained, good with dogs and kids, but haven't yet been around cats. Adoption Fee $100, ID #A270433.

Freedom

My name is Freedom. I'm a 6 month-old spayed female Toy Fox Terrier mix. "Let freedom ring" or in this puppy's case, let her romp, prance, chew, and gallop as well. Freedom is a carefree puppy with a charming personality. Her free spirit and zestful outlook on life is simply contagious and she is sure to fill her new home with happiness. This young puppy will need plenty of training, socialization, and one on one time with her human friends to help her become a well-rounded doggie. Daily exercise and play time is a must to keep this mischievous pup out of trouble. I am partially housetrained, good with dogs, but haven't yet been around cats or kids. Adoption Fee $150, ID #A269915.

Maggie

My name is Maggie. I'm a 2 year-old spayed female Lab / Chinese Sharpei mix. I am a spirited girl is looking for a quiet and peaceful place to call home. I am a bit bashful and may not do well in a boisterous household. I enjoy the simple things in life such as going for long strolls in the mornings, gardening in the afternoons , or watching the sun set in the evenings. I am incredibly loyal and promise to give my family an endless amount of love in exchange for a lifetime of friendship. I am already housetrained, have a microchip, nervous with other dogs, good with cats and would do best with calm, older kids. Adoption Fee $100, ID #A270189.

SPECIAL PETS ON PARADE

Murphy

My name is Murphy. I'm a 1 year-old neutered male gray and cream domestic shorthair cat. This little lover was brought to us as a stray with a fractured hip. He is a very affectionate, loving, & loves to nap on you. He purrs 24/7 and he loves to talk. He will thrive in a home that has plenty of toys, catnip, & kitty condo to stretch and play on. The average inside cat will live 15-20 years & a outside cat under 10 years. Come see this little guy as he will melt your heart.I haven't been around other pets or children yet. Adoption Fee $25, ID #A261151.

Simon

My name is Simon and I'm a 6 month-old neutered male Australian Shepherd mix. I was found as an injured stray with a broken leg. He went to foster to heal and his foster mom had nothing but the best to say about him. I ride well in the car, and walks well on the leash. I love going for walks (please don't run with me until my legs get stronger) and am very friendly to both strangers and unfamiliar dogs. Come see me today! I am already housetrained, play rough with other dogs, and haven't yet been with cats or children. Adoption Fee $150, ID #A262247.

Previously on Pets on Parade (air date: 6/27/09):

CATS (All cats are litter box trained!)

Bell

Our names are Bell (neutered male) and

Lilly

Lilly (spayed female) and we are 3 month-old lilac point kittens. We were surrendered to the shelter because our previous family didn't want to care for a big litter of kittens. We were too little to go up for adoption when we first arrived at the shelter so we were sent to a foster home to gain some weight and grow up a little. Our foster parents say that we are spunky and playful but also have an affectionate side. We are good small dogs and children, but haven't been around big dogs or other cats yet. Adoption Fee $37.50 each, ID #A264374 and #A264375.

Siati

Our names are Siati (spayed female) and

Mojo

Mojo (neutered male) and we are 2 month-old seal point kittens. We were surrendered to the shelter because the kids in our previous family were allergic to kitties. We also spent time in a foster home to gain weight and grow a bit. Now we are big and strong and very rambunctious! Can we go home together? We are good with cats and children, but haven't been around dogs yet. Adoption Fee $37.50 each, ID #A264361 and #A264362.

Bengal

Our names are Bengal (spayed female)

Fluffernutter

and Fluffernutter (neutered male) and we are 3 month-old kittens. Our previous family abandoned us at the shelter when we were just tiny kittens. Our foster family said we are extremely affectionate and enjoy human companionship but what we like even more than that is playing with curious cat toys. We are good with cats and children, and ignore dogs. Adoption Fee $37.50 each, ID #A264544 and #A264542.

CRITTERS

Meeko

My name is Meeko and I'm a 1 year-old neutered male ferret. PLEASE do your research if you have never owned a ferret, we are not your typical pet! I MUST come out of my cage AT LEAST 2 hours EVERY DAY for playtime. **I am a carnivore and can only digest meat and ferret food! NO FRUITS, VEGGIES, SUGAR, DAIRY PRODUCTS, RAISINS OR CAFFEINE. ** Bathing us causes our oils to kick into overdrive and makes us smell more. Wash our bedding at least once or twice a week and that will cut down on the "weasel" smell. I haven't yet been around dogs or cats, and would do best with older kids, so please introduce me slowly. Adoption Fee $50, ID #A269812.

Cheddar

My name is Cheddar and I'm a 6 year-old unaltered male syrian hamster. Cheddar is my name, but I like to be called the "Big Cheese." I will need to be gently handled each day to help me become more comfortable being held. Hamsters are nocturnal animals and I like to explore the tunnels, tubes, and critter huts that are in my cage late at night instead of the day time. I am a busy body during the late night hours and when I am not exploring my cage I like to run as fast as my little legs will move on my exercise wheel. I will need a well ventilated cage that is secure and cleaned at least once a week, plenty of critter equipment to explore, and nutritious food to keep me healthy. I haven't been around kids or other pets, so please introduce me slowly. Adoption Fee $10, ID #A269975.

DOGS
Please bring dogs & kids to the shelter to meet your new dog before bringing him home

Devo

My name is Devo. I'm a 2 year-old neutered male Whippet / Italian Greyhound mix. I am a well-mannered pooch who is loyal and devoted to those I love most. Sadly, my previous owners weren't as loyal to me as I was to them and they abandoned me. I am looking forward to spending the rest of my life with a faithful friend who will pamper and spoil me. I am an outgoing and social doggie who loves to be surrounded by dog lovers and lavished with attention. I may need a refresher course in training so a patient pal is needed to get me back into the routine. I arrived at the shelter with about a dozen other dogs that lived in the same house as me. I am partially housetrained, nervous with kids, haven't been with cats yet, and would do best as the only dog in the home. Adoption Fee $100, ID #A269316.

Sanoe

My name is Sanoe. I'm a 5 year-old spayed female Siberian Husky. Despite being a middle-aged doggie, I am agile, active, and eager to explore the world. I love to play and hope to find a human pal to put my boundless energy to good use. Plenty of exercise, playtime, learning new tricks, and endless amount of attention will keep me out of mischief. Husky's are very active dogs and need plenty of exercise to be happy dogs. Also they have THICK coats and they do not do well in the Arizona heat so her new family will need to keep a close eye on her during play time so she doesn't overheat. I am partially housetrained, bossy with other dogs, chase cats, and would do best with older children. Adoption Fee $35, ID #A269562.

Leti

adopted My name is Leti and I'm a 1 year-old spayed female Cairn Terrier mix. Looking for a scruffy dog with an outgoing and gregarious personality? LOOK AT ME! I am an exceptionally sweet girl ready to give my heart to someone special. I will love my new family unconditionally if they shower me with endless amount of love. I hope that my new human pal will let me snuggle at the foot of the bed each night, take me for long strolls around the park or neighborhood each evening, and keep me looking cute as a button with adorable bows in my fur. I would also appreciate a few stuffed dog toys, and a small tennis ball to play fetch with. After a few hours of playing I like to cuddle up on the couch and watch some television. I am partially housetrained, playful with dogs, and good with cats and children. Adoption Fee $100, ID #A269752.

Frany

adopted My name is Franny. I'm a 1 year-old spayed female Pit Bull / Labrador Retriever / German Shepherd mix. I wag my tail with my heart. I am mellow, friendly, and family oriented. My happy, ear-to-ear grin and eager to please tail wag is proof that I am going to be a genuine buddy for that special someone. I'm looking for a home where she will become a member of the family and she is sure to brighten the lives of her new family with her cheerful disposition. I am already housetrained, good with dogs, cats and older children. Adoption Fee $100, ID #A269855.

Hercules

adopted My name is Hercules. I'm an 8 month-old neutered male Chihuahua mix. A mighty dog with a strong name! This handsome pocket sized pet is ready to be someone's devoted lap warmer. This mellow lap dog loves to perch himself upon his human companion's lap and watch the world go by. Being a snuggle-bug, this handsome canine will need lots of one on one time with his family and he adores belly rubs, ear scratches, and massages. He may need some additional training so be patient and if you encourage him with treats and praise he is eager to obey. I am not yet housetrained, playful with other dogs, have never been around cats and would do best with older kids. Adoption Fee $100, ID #A269721.

Zeus

adopted My name is Zeus. I'm a 3 year-old neutered male German Shepherd. I am a regal, stately and loyal canine if you show me compassion. With my strong, handsome build, I am incredibly athletic and hope to find a forever human pal who lives an active lifestyle. I will need daily exercise and plenty of play time in a spacious grassy yard. German Shepherds have the mind of a genius and being clever canines we learn new tricks and commands in minutes. I may need some additional training and I am sure to be the "teachers pet" in basic obedience classes. An experienced dog owner would be the best match for me so they can provide firm leadership, encouraging training methods, plenty of exercise and attention and make me a member of the family. I am partially housetrained, nervous with other dogs, good with older children and haven't been around cats. Adoption Fee $100, ID #A269774.

Frankie

My name is Ms. Frankie. I'm a 3 year-old spayed female Pug / Beagle mix. I'll greet you when you come home. I love attention and would like a home with a big back yard to run and play in. I love to ride along when you go biking. I may need to be fed saperately from other pets and children, and will need to be monitored with toys and treats. With time and patience I will be a wonderful companion. I am partially housetrained, might be good with dogs, have never been around cats and best with older children. Adoption Fee $100, ID #A269888.

SPECIAL PET ON PARADE

Allie

My name is Allie. I'm a 5 year-old spayed female Labrador Retriever mix. I may be a middle-aged doggie but I haven't shown any signs of slowing down and am bursting with energy. I am a puppy at heart and I love to romp, play, and exercise. I hope to find an active human buddy who will make me their constant companion. I enjoy tagging along when you go on road trips, camping, hiking, swimming, or family barbeques. I am a happy-go-lucky doggie who doesn't like to be left alone for too long and I hate being left in the yard while my family is inside. I prefer to be included in all the family fun. If I don't receive enough exercise, attention and training I tend to take matters into my own paws and I will go for exploratory escapades around the neighborhood by leaping effortlessly over the fence. Daily exercise and fun activities to burn some of my energy will keep me happy and content. I'm already microchipped, good with dogs and kids, but haven't been around cats yet. Adoption Fee $35, ID #A268994.