Looking for a canine companion? Falcon the shepherd mix is a calm, affectionate boy
Ask a dog-lover about their pooch and they’ll regale you with stories of their pet’s adventures and misadventures.
Each tale demonstrates another reason why they love their dog.
According to the American Heart Association, the majority of dog owners live longer and happier lives than those who are canine-free.
To reap the benefits of dog ownership, owners need to make their dog a part of their daily life, which includes exercise, training and lots of love.
For those looking for a canine partner, Falcon is a wonderful contender.
Although he’s just a year old, he’s a calm boy who is gently affectionate.
Falcon is a handsome shepherd mix with a gorgeous, husky plume-like tail. He walks well on a leash, and gets along with like-minded canines.
He’s also a water dog, as is evidenced by his fondness for lounging in the San Luis Obispo County Animal Services shelter’s kiddie pool.
To give people a chance to meet some of our fabulous shelter dogs, Falcon and other homeless dogs will be at Skipper’s Brew Coffee House, 1242 Monterey St. in San Luis Obispo, on Saturday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to noon.
What a great way to start your weekend! Come to Skippers, chat with shelter volunteers and meet some wonderful dogs.
If you adopt Falcon or any of our shelter dogs, you will create wonderful stories that will make for a long and happy life.
How to adopt a pet
For more information about Falcon (ID No. 294583), call the volunteer line at the San Luis Obispo County Animal Services shelter at 805-781-4400, extension 6, or visit slocounty.ca.gov/aserv. The shelter is located at 865 Oklahoma Ave. off Highway 1 in San Luis Obispo.
The full-price adoption fee is $85 for cats and $130 for dogs, plus a $30 county license fee for dogs, if the adopters are San Luis Obispo County residents.
The adoption fee includes a new collar, a spay or neuter operation, basic vaccinations, a microchip and eligibility for a free veterinary check within San Luis Obispo County. Cats also are tested for feline leukemia virus (FeLV) and feline immunodeficiency virus, and adopters receive a carrier.
