Dog, cat adoption fees waived for National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day on Saturday | PAWS

In honor of National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) is waiving all pet adoption fees on Saturday, April 30.

Meet two of the shelter's many dogs looking for forever families.

Tucker, 6-year-old yellow Labrador retriever

Having arrived at the PAWS shelter on April 19 after his owner passed away, 6-year-old Tucker is described as active, friendly, playful and smart. The yellow Labrador is leash-trained and loves taking walks.

Tucker, the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) pet of the week
Tucker, the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) pet of the week

Tucker interacts well with dogs and humans and is suitable for any home.

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Happy Jax, three-year-old pit bull terrier

Weighing in at 110 pounds, Happy Jax is described as a gentle giant. This high-energy pit bull interacts well with other dogs and humans and loves to cuddle.

Happy Jax, the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) pet of the week
Happy Jax, the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) pet of the week

Happy Jax requires frequent exercise and would do best in a home with lots of playtime.

For information on adopting these animals, stop by PAWS from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday or visit https://www.paws-shelter.org/adoption-application.

This article originally appeared on Northwest Florida Daily News: Panhandle Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) dogs available for adoption