Gig Harbor Pets Up For Adoption: Meet Elmo & More
Do you want to add to your family and give back to the world at the same time? Then you should consider adopting a pet from a local shelter or organization. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many pets are still looking for their forever homes and facilities still working to place pets with families.
There are thousands of dogs, cats and other animals of all ages and sizes without a home in Washington — and many of them are located near you. In the search for an adorable new fur child, consider looking around at a local adoption center like Rabbit Haven, where Lola And Tim the rabbit is waiting patiently. If you aren't sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed in permanent homes.
Here at Patch, with a little help from our friends at Petfinder, we round up a list each week of all the pets recently put up for adoption in your area. Whether you're a dog person, or if cats are more your thing, there are several great options available. Click on any listing for more information, or to start the adoption process.
Editor’s note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. Please report any errors or other feedback to content@patch.com.
June (and Popcorn)
Name: June (and Popcorn)
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Happy Buddha Animal Rescue, Gig Harbor, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Small, Female, Guinea Pig
Good With: Kids and cats
Description: "Popcorn is a 1-2 year old neutered Teddy Bear Guinea Pig. He is bonded with sweet June, an older girl,..." Learn more
Popcorn (and June)
Name: Popcorn (and June)
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Happy Buddha Animal Rescue, Gig Harbor, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Guinea Pig Teddy Mix
Good With: Kids and cats
Description: "Popcorn is a 1-2 year old neutered Teddy Bear Guinea Pig. He is bonded with sweet June, an older girl,..." Learn more
Elmo
Name: Elmo
Species: Rabbit
Location: Rabbit Haven, PO Box 2268, Gig Harbor, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Harlequin
Description: "Meet handsome Elmo! Elmo was brought in by a Good Samaritan who saw poor Elmo on the side of the..." Learn more
Mary Jane
Name: Mary Jane
Species: Rabbit
Location: Rabbit Haven, PO Box 2268, Gig Harbor, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Flemish Giant
Description: "Meet the most gorgeous bunny in town, Mary Jane (a.k.a Ruth Bunner-Ginsberg) MJ came to Rabbit Haven when a Good..." Learn more
Lola and Tim
Name: Lola and Tim
Species: Rabbit
Location: Rabbit Haven, PO Box 2268, Gig Harbor, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Lionhead
Good With: Kids
Description: "Meet lovely Lola and her handsome son Tim. Lola was brought to us from another rescue with her young kit..." Learn more
Koda
Name: Koda
Species: Dog
Location: Chew Dog Rescue Canine Health Education And Welfare, Gig Harbor, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Newfoundland Dog Mixed Breed Mix
Good With: Dogs
Description: "Koda is a 7 year old Newfoundland mix guy. This big (90 lbs), beautiful guy is looking for someone to..." Learn more
Lulu
Name: Lulu
Species: Dog
Location: Collar Of Hope, Olalla, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Chihuahua Pug Mix
Good With: Dogs
Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Our website has information about our rescue, adoption..." Learn more
Adelina
Name: Adelina
Species: Dog
Location: Collar Of Hope, Olalla, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Chihuahua
Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Our website has information about our rescue, adoption..." Learn more
Eva
Name: Eva
Species: Dog
Location: Collar Of Hope, Olalla, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Chihuahua
Good With: Dogs
Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Our website has information about our rescue, adoption..." Learn more
Brutus
Name: Brutus
Species: Dog
Location: Big Dog Rescue Project, ., University Place, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Labrador Retriever Terrier Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "If you are interested in adopting, please apply directly with bigdogrescueproject.org/adopt.Available for adoption in WA, OR, and TX.Puppies..." Learn more
Thunder
Name: Thunder
Species: Dog
Location: Big Dog Rescue Project, ., University Place, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Shepherd Terrier Mix
Description: "If you are interested in adopting, please apply directly with bigdogrescueproject.org/adopt.Available for adoption in WA, OR, and TX.Puppies..." Learn more
Bonita
Name: Bonita
Species: Dog
Location: Big Dog Rescue Project, ., University Place, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Female, Labrador Retriever Terrier Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "If you are interested in adopting, please apply directly with bigdogrescueproject.org/adopt.Available for adoption in WA, OR, and TX.Puppies..." Learn more
JEN JORN
Name: JEN JORN
Species: Cat
Location: The Humane Society For Tacoma And Pierce County, 2608 Center Street, Tacoma, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Medium Hair
Description: "Hi, my name is JEN JORN and I would love to meet you. I am a Spayed Female Domestic Mediumhair...." Learn more
HAZEL
Name: HAZEL
Species: Cat
Location: The Humane Society For Tacoma And Pierce County, 2608 Center Street, Tacoma, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Hi, my name is HAZEL and I would love to meet you. I am a Spayed Female Domestic Shorthair. The..." Learn more
BRANDO
Name: BRANDO
Species: Dog
Location: The Humane Society For Tacoma And Pierce County, 2608 Center Street, Tacoma, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Mixed Breed Mix
Description: "Hi, my name is BRANDO and I would love to meet you. I am a Neutered Male Shih Tzu mix...." Learn more
JACK FROST
Name: JACK FROST
Species: Dog
Location: The Humane Society For Tacoma And Pierce County, 2608 Center Street, Tacoma, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
Description: "Hi, my name is JACK FROST and I would love to meet you. I am a Neutered Male Labrador Retriever..." Learn more
SHORTIE
Name: SHORTIE
Species: Dog
Location: The Humane Society For Tacoma And Pierce County, 2608 Center Street, Tacoma, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Staffordshire Bull Terrier English Bulldog Mix
Description: "Hi, my name is SHORTIE and I would love to meet you. I am a Neutered Male Staffordshire Bull Terrier..." Learn more
COLT
Name: COLT
Species: Dog
Location: The Humane Society For Tacoma And Pierce County, 2608 Center Street, Tacoma, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
Description: "Hi, my name is COLT and I would love to meet you. I am a Neutered Male Labrador Retriever mix...." Learn more
DUKE OF DANDELION
Name: DUKE OF DANDELION
Species: Rabbit
Location: The Humane Society For Tacoma And Pierce County, 2608 Center Street, Tacoma, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Hotot
Description: "Hi, my name is DUKE OF DANDELION and I would love to meet you. I am a Neutered Male Hotot..." Learn more
BISHOP
Name: BISHOP
Species: Dog
Location: The Humane Society For Tacoma And Pierce County, 2608 Center Street, Tacoma, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Large, Male, German Shepherd Dog
Description: "Hi, my name is BISHOP and I would love to meet you. I am a Neutered Male German Shepherd Dog...." Learn more
Poncho
Name: Poncho
Species: Hamster
Location: Tiny Tails And Scales, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Hamster
Good With: Kids
Description: "Poncho is an adorable Syrian hamster looking for a home to call his own! He is very friendly, social, and..." Learn more
Ellie and Rosie
Name: Ellie and Rosie
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Tiny Tails And Scales, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Guinea Pig
Description: "Ellie and Rosie are a lovely 2 year old pair of female guinea pigs looking for a home! Both girls..." Learn more
Hufflepuff and Bulbasaur
Name: Hufflepuff and Bulbasaur
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Tiny Tails And Scales, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Guinea Pig
Description: "Hufflepuff and Bulbasaur are a pair of male guinea pigs on the hunt for a home of their own! Hufflepuff..." Learn more
Benny
Name: Benny
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Tiny Tails And Scales, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Guinea Pig
Description: "Benny is the newest bachelor at the rescue! He enjoys single life, and has chosen to not share his daily..." Learn more
Anna
Name: Anna
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Tiny Tails And Scales, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Guinea Pig
Description: "This sweet, shy girl is looking for a loving home that can spoil her! Anna came to us in rough..." Learn more
Spencer
Name: Spencer
Species: Rat
Location: Tiny Tails And Scales, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Rat
Description: "Spencer is a sweet, special boy that is looking for a loving home. He came to us from a bad..." Learn more
Papaya and Mango
Name: Papaya and Mango
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Tiny Tails And Scales, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Guinea Pig
Description: "Papaya and Mango are an adorable pair of piggies! Both girls are still young, Papaya was born 10/8 while Mango..." Learn more
Julien and Maple
Name: Julien and Maple
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Tiny Tails And Scales, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Guinea Pig
Description: "Julien and Maple are a female and neutered male guinea pig pair. They love each other very much, so they..." Learn more
Mel
Name: Mel
Species: Hamster
Location: Tiny Tails And Scales, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Dwarf Hamster
Description: "Mel is a shy female Robo hamster on the look out for a forever home! This gal came to us..." Learn more
Koda
Name: Koda
Species: Dog
Location: Misunderstood Mutts Rescue, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Husky
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "If you're reading this, Koda is still available. Please do not inquire through Petfinder as we can't guarantee a reply...." Learn more
Max + Popi (H2H)
Name: Max + Popi (H2H)
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Lalas Playhouse And Rescue, Edgewood, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Short-Haired
Good With: Kids
Description: "Please visit our website to fill out an application:https://sites.google.com/view/lalasphrescue/formsHome-To-Home Program*ADOPTION FEE WAIVED**Cage can be included for..." Learn more
Binx + Paya (H2H)
Name: Binx + Paya (H2H)
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Lalas Playhouse And Rescue, Edgewood, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Short-Haired
Good With: Kids
Description: "Please visit our website to fill out an application:https://sites.google.com/view/lalasphrescue/formsHome-To-Home Program*ADOPTION FEE WAIVED**Cage can be included for..." Learn more
Haku + Sora (H2H)
Name: Haku + Sora (H2H)
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Lalas Playhouse And Rescue, Edgewood, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Short-Haired
Good With: Kids
Description: "Please visit our website to fill out an application:https://sites.google.com/view/lalasphrescue/formsHome-To-Home Program*ADOPTION FEE WAIVED**Cage can be included for..." Learn more
Judy
Name: Judy
Species: Cat
Location: Sunny Skys Animal Rescue, 1102 E. Main Ave, Puyallup, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Judy is a sweet Mama kitty who just completed raising her 3 beautiful kittens. She and the kittens Holliday, Garland,..." Learn more
Milo
Name: Milo
Species: Cat
Location: Sunny Skys Animal Rescue, 1102 E. Main Ave, Puyallup, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Milo is all about cuddling! He is just the sweetest kitty! Sadly his senior owner was no longer able to..." Learn more
Samantha
Name: Samantha
Species: Cat
Location: Sunny Skys Animal Rescue, 1102 E. Main Ave, Puyallup, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Siamese
Description: "Better PHOTO COMING SOON!Everyone loves Christmas gifts! And this last Christmas we recieved 3 beautiful kittens and their Siamese..." Learn more
Hippie
Name: Hippie
Species: Dog
Location: Texas Muttley Love, Puyallup, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Female, Pit Bull Terrier
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "Hippie is about 60lbs, and short. She is a couch potato that loves tummy rubs more than life itself. This..." Learn more
Sadie
Name: Sadie
Species: Dog
Location: Southeast Texas Labrador Retriever Rescue, Auburn, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Boxer Pit Bull Terrier Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "Sadie is a young girl that came to us with her puppies in tow, they have each been adopted and..." Learn more
Reba
Name: Reba
Species: Dog
Location: Southeast Texas Labrador Retriever Rescue, Auburn, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Labrador Retriever
Good With: Dogs
Description: "Reba came to us with her siblings after spending most of their time with little himan contact roaming on their..." Learn more
Axel, Addie and Abby
Name: Axel, Addie and Abby
Species: Dog
Location: Southeast Texas Labrador Retriever Rescue, Auburn, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Mastiff Black Mouth Cur Mix
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: "Axel, Addie and Abby are 3 months old and are the product of an unplanned litter to a family in..." Learn more
Adrian, Abbot, Arlo, Ashby and Avery
Name: Adrian, Abbot, Arlo, Ashby and Avery
Species: Dog
Location: Southeast Texas Labrador Retriever Rescue, Auburn, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Hound
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: "These 5 babies are the product of an unplanned litter to a family in Texas. We are asked regularly why..." Learn more
Jack
Name: Jack
Species: Cat
Location: Emerald City Pet Rescue, Seattle, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Age: 5 yearsWeight: 14lbsSpecial considerations: Blind in left eye, weight loss dietMeet Jack! This bigger boy was..." Learn more
Garfield
Name: Garfield
Species: Cat
Location: In The Name Of Zoey Houston Tx, Seattle, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Tabby
Good With: Kids
Description: "Garfield is an amazingly confident kitcat that anyone taking him home will instantly feel the love coming from this guy...." Learn more
Bow
Name: Bow
Species: Cat
Location: In The Name Of Zoey Houston Tx, Seattle, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Tabby Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "Meet Bow! This gorgeous tabby gal is ready for adventure - and plenty of snuggles along the way! Bow is..." Learn more
Leo, Abby & Sassy -Bonded Trio
Name: Leo, Abby & Sassy -Bonded Trio
Species: Cat
Location: In The Name Of Zoey Houston Tx, Seattle, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, American Shorthair Tabby Mix
Good With: Kids
Description: "These 3 super cuddly KitCats are available for adoption and hopefully they can find a home that would like to..." Learn more
Trooper
Name: Trooper
Species: Dog
Location: Brave Bully Rescue, Seattle, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever American Staffordshire Terrier Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "Trooper is looking for a new family because his mom can no longer take care of him. This cutie is..." Learn more
129220
Name: 129220
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Animal Services, 3120 Martin Way E, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Guinea Pig
Description: "At this time our adoptions are by SAME DAY appointment only. On the day (Tue-Sat) you're interested in meeting one..." Learn more
129305 - Nova
Name: 129305 - Nova
Species: Cat
Location: Animal Services, 3120 Martin Way E, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Long Hair
Description: "At this time our adoptions are by SAME DAY appointment only. On the day (Tue-Sat) you're interested in meeting one..." Learn more
128887
Name: 128887
Species: Cat
Location: Animal Services, 3120 Martin Way E, Olympia, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "At this time our adoptions are by SAME DAY appointment only. On the day (Tue-Sat) you're interested in meeting one..." Learn more
Ollie
Name: Ollie
Species: Dog
Location: Kitsap Animal Rescue And Education, Silverdale, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Saint Bernard
Good With: Dogs and cats
Description: "Ollie is a 6 month old, deaf, Saint Bernand mix that is full of life! He is happy to meet..." Learn more
Shelby
Name: Shelby
Species: Dog
Location: Kitsap Humane Society, 9167 Dickey Road NW, Silverdale, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Labrador Retriever Border Collie Mix
Description: "Shelby needs a home with:- no apartments, condos or townhomes- a fully fenced yard- no children under..." Learn more
Ninja
Name: Ninja
Species: Cat
Location: Kitsap Humane Society, 9167 Dickey Road NW, Silverdale, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Ninja needs a home with:- no children under the age of 6Adopt Ninja! Ninja is one of several..." Learn more
Cherisse
Name: Cherisse
Species: Cat
Location: Kitsap Humane Society, 9167 Dickey Road NW, Silverdale, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Cherisse needs a home with:-No children under 10Meet Cherisse! Cherisse is a sophisticated 2 year old brown tabby..." Learn more
Tyler
Name: Tyler
Species: Cat
Location: Kitsap Humane Society, 9167 Dickey Road NW, Silverdale, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Adopt Tyler! Tyler is one of several kittens we have currently available for adoption.Adoption Appointments can only be scheduled..." Learn more
Daisy
Name: Daisy
Species: Cat
Location: Kitsap Humane Society, 9167 Dickey Road NW, Silverdale, WA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Daisy needs a home with:- no children under the age of 6Adopt Daisy! Daisy is one of several..." Learn more
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