Pets Fur People

23/07/2025

Hey hooman friends, it’s me—Turkey! No, not the bird… the ridiculously handsome, tail-wiggling feline currently holding down a cozy (but kinda cramped) cage at the shelter.

So here’s the scoop: I’ve got something called calici virus. It sounds scary, but it just means I can't hang out with other cats because I could pass it to them. Bummer, right? But good news—I’m NOT contagious to dogs or humans. And guess what? I LOVE both. Seriously, if you're a person or a pupper, I'm all about it. Let’s snuggle, wrestle, chill—whatever you're into.

Because of my virus and shelter life, I have to stay caged up and can’t party in the cattery with the other cool cats. I’m stuck watching them live their best lives while I dream of zoomies and sunbeams. I want that too. I deserve that too. 😿

I don’t need any special meds—just a little powder on my food to help keep my immune system in check. Easy peasy.

But here’s the thing… I was going to move to a bigger room, but because the shelter’s outta room I need to stay in my cage. My heart kinda cracked. But I’ve got an idea! There’s this super cool cat enclosure I could move into. More room to stretch, play, and pretend I'm a jungle panther. 😼 It’s on the expensive side though, so honestly, it might just be cheaper to adopt me instead… wink wink. 😽

Wanna meet me? Come on by—I’d love that.
Thinking about adopting me? Even better.
Can’t adopt but still want to help? Check out the Amazon wishlist, LINK in the comments. That enclosure could change my little life. And we only need 1.💛

Paws crossed,
Turkey the Cage Cat Who Dreams of More 🐈‍⬛✨

23/07/2025

🌸 Adoption Announcement: Meadow’s Happy Tail!

From heartbreak to hope — sweet Meadow's journey is nothing short of incredible. 💕🐾

Once one of nine tiny puppies abandoned at our gate, Meadow has now found the happy ending she so deeply deserves. Today, we’re thrilled to share that this little lovebug has been adopted by Michael and his wonderful son!

Meadow is the gentlest, snuggliest cuddle buddy you could ever meet. Her soft eyes and tender heart won us all over — and now she’ll be getting all the love, playtime, and care from her new family every single day. Whether it's curling up for a nap or running around the yard, Meadow’s days will now be filled with joy, safety, and the warmth of a true forever home.

To Michael and his son: thank you for opening your hearts to this sweet soul. You've given her more than just a home — you've given her a whole new life. 🥹❤️

Congratulations, Meadow — your new adventure begins now! 🌈✨

22/07/2025

We’re Participating in Clear the Shelters Month this August!

August will be all about second chances and forever homes 💕 — and Pets Fur People is thrilled to be part of Clear the Shelters, a nationwide adoption and donation drive helping shelters across the U.S.!

We're joining forces to make a big difference — and we’ll be hosting exciting events throughout the month to help our furry friends find their families. 🐶🐱

🎉 Stay tuned — our August event schedule is coming soon!
💖 Can’t adopt? Donations are always welcome to help us continue the mission.

Let’s Clear the Shelters together!

22/07/2025

Adoption Announcement: Chiquita’s New Beginning 💕🐾

Sweet Chiquita came to us not long ago after her previous owner made the tough decision to surrender her, feeling they no longer had enough time to give this lovely girl the attention she deserves. At 9 years young, Chiquita still had so much love to give — and she wasn’t done sharing it.

Well, now she gets to give it all to someone truly special. 💛

We’re over the moon to share that Chiquita has found her perfect match in Debbie! This amazing lady saw Chiquita for the gentle, loving soul she is and knew she still had so much life left to live and love to give. Now the two of them get to spend their days side by side — exactly what Chiquita deserves.

Congratulations to this beautiful new duo. Here's to lazy cuddles, long walks, and a future full of love. 🐶❤️

21/07/2025

Volunteer Orientation – Saturday, August 2 @ 10 AM 🐾

Volunteers are the heart of everything we do – and we need you! Whether you're looking to give back, meet new people, or just want to spend some quality time with adorable dogs and cats, our upcoming Volunteer Orientation is the perfect place to start.

📅 When: Saturday, August 2
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM

Our orientations are not only informative and fun, but they're also full of tail wags, purrs, and playtime with our furry residents. 🐶🐱 Email us at [email protected] to let us know you're coming - or just show up!!

This orientation is extra special – it kicks off Clear the Shelters Month, a huge push to find loving homes for every animal in our care. We'll have exciting events throughout August (stay tuned for those details soon!), and we’d love for you to be part of it from the very beginning.

Come help us make a difference – starting with orientation. We can't do it without you! 💙

21/07/2025

🎉 Adoption - Percy Has Found His Forever Home!

We are over the moon to share that our beloved Percy has officially been adopted by the wonderful Chapman family! 💛

Percy came to us in 2023 after being abandoned nearby. Despite a rough start, he quickly won over every heart at the shelter. Whether it was his eagerness for a walk, his love of a good scratch, or the way he’d listen intently when someone just needed to talk — Percy proved time and again that he was truly one of the good ones. A staff favorite through and through. ✨

When the Chapmans came in to meet him, it didn’t take long to see the connection — it was instant. After just a short visit, they knew Percy was meant to be part of their family, and we couldn’t be more thrilled.

Percy, you’ve waited patiently and loved unconditionally. Now it’s your turn to be loved back, fully and forever. 💕

Congratulations, Percy and the Chapman family — here’s to a beautiful new beginning! 🎊

20/07/2025

Yesterday, we were blessed with a visit from a wonderful group from Pleasant Retreat United Methodist Church—and wow, did they come with full hearts (and full hands)! 💛

They brought homemade dog treats, fun dog toys, and adorable cat toys—all lovingly provided for the animals in our care. Their generosity and kindness lit up the shelter, and our furry friends were thrilled with the surprise!

And the best part? Little Lucy, the sweet black kitten on the right, found her forever home with Christi (the lady sitting down)! 😻 Our hearts are full.

We can’t thank y'all enough for loving on our animals, taking the time to come by, enjoy a quick tour, and supporting our mission in such a meaningful way.

Come back anytime—we (and the animals) would love it! ❤️

20/07/2025

🚨 Our shelters are full — and it’s only halfway through summer.

KETK recently highlighted the serious overcrowding crisis at Pets Fur People & local shelters. Every kennel is full, and more animals are arriving daily. We’re in desperate need of help — through adoptions, fosters, or donations.

❤️ If you’ve been thinking about adopting, now is the time.
🙏 If you can’t adopt, please consider donating to support food and medical care.

Together, we can give these animals the second chance they deserve.

📽️ Watch the full KETK story below

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19/07/2025

🚨 Update:
The special project we had planned for this weekend has been postponed. Unfortunately, we won’t be able to move forward with it as originally scheduled. A huge thank you to everyone who offered to help—we truly appreciate your support! We’ll keep you posted once we’re ready to take it on. Stay tuned!
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All Hands on Deck!! Pets Fur People is looking for a few awesome volunteers to help with a special project — and we could really use your help!

We need to move a wire dog run (fence) from the front of a kennel to the back, and we’re hoping to find some folks who are handy or comfortable with light construction work to assist.

Why? Because moving the run will give our dogs better visibility to potential adopters — and that means more chances at finding their forever homes! 🏡🐶

🗓️ We're looking to do the work during off/closed hours between Saturday, July 26 and Monday, July 28, and we’ll choose the day that works best based on volunteer availability.

🕐 Just a couple hours of your time can make a huge difference!

📧 If this sounds like something you’d like to be part of, please email us at [email protected] to sign up & please let us know what dates/times you are available.

Let’s work together to make life better — and adoption chances brighter — for our pups! 💛

19/07/2025

🎉 Adoption Update: Peanut’s Journey Home 🐾

Sweet Peanut came to us in 2024 and was adopted soon after, but sometimes life throws curveballs — his family had to move and sadly couldn’t take him along. 💔

When Peanut came back to us, he was a little unsure and confused. But it didn’t take long for him to remember he was safe and loved here. With time (and a few treats!), he warmed up again to his familiar surroundings and all of us who missed him.

And now — we’re thrilled to share that Peanut has been adopted (again!) by Christina! 🥳🐶

We’re so happy for this sweet boy and his new mom. Christina, thank you for giving Peanut the second chance he truly deserves. We hope you two share a lifetime of love, cuddles, and tail wags. ❤️

Happy tails, Peanut! 🐾

18/07/2025

🐾 Pet of the Week: Tiny 🐾

📍 Available at Pets Fur People

Meet Tiny – a 6-year-old Labrador/Golden Retriever mix with a heart as big as her name is small. 💛

Tiny is a gentle, affectionate girl who loves to stay close by your side. She's not much for toys, but offer her a treat or a belly rub and you've got a best friend for life! 🍖💕

She's great with other dogs and would thrive in a calm, loving home. Thunderstorms can make her a little nervous, so she'd appreciate a cozy space and a comforting presence during stormy nights. ☔🐶

🐶 Female | 6 Years Old
🐾 Great with dogs
🐱 Cats unknown
🎾 Toys? Not her thing.
💗 Treats + attention? YES PLEASE!

Come meet this sweet soul at Pets Fur People or click the pre-adoption link in the comments to get started!

Let's help Tiny find the forever home she deserves. 🏡🐾

🎥 Alice P

18/07/2025

🐾 Adoption: Gene's Happily Ever After! 🐾

Gene, one of our irresistible French Bulldog mix puppies born to sweet mama Peppa, found his perfect match — and it's safe to say, Casey fell head over heels. 💘

From the moment they met, Gene knew he’d found his person. Now, these two are inseparable — sharing snuggles, endless playtime adventures, and a bond that only gets stronger with each passing day. 💕🐶

We’re over the moon seeing Gene live his best life, surrounded by so much love and joy. Thank you, Casey, for opening your heart and home to this special pup. 🏡💫

Stay tuned for more happy tails like Gene’s — and don’t forget, there are still lots of deserving pups waiting for their forever homes!