In honor of Tuesday’s national election and because he becomes eligible for adoption on Election Day, the staff at the Rowan County Animal Shelter have named their cat of the week Tollab.
That’s ballot spelled backward.
But as you can tell from the picture, this little fellow ó a male about 10 weeks old ó is only looking forward to joy he will give anyone who is smart enough to choose him for your new family pet.
The shelter’s dog of the week is a Labrador/border collie mix and a rambunctious little guy. He is approximately 8 weeks old and has several other siblings, all of which need a loving home.
From rescued animals to those abandoned by owners who couldn’t afford them, the Animal Shelter has them all.
Adoption fees are $70, a down payment for spay/neuter costs. Use the voucher at any veterinarian’s office.
To adopt an animal, a person must agree to take the pet to a veterinarian for an exam and spaying/neutering. If the animal isn’t vaccinated for rabies, the person must agree to begin shots within three business days. Rabies shots can be given as soon as the pet turns 4 months old.
The Animal Shelter isn’t equipped with a medical facility and cannot administer any procedures or treatment. Shelter workers will answer all your questions.
Kennel hours are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:30-4:15 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-noon, and Saturdays from 8-11:30 a.m.
To learn more about adopting a pet, call the shelter at 704-216-7768, or visit the shelter at 1465 Julian Road, Salisbury. You can also visit the shelter’s Web site at www.co.rowan.nc .us/animalshelter/.