Meet Marissa (aka Little Tripod), the sweetest, fastest and rowdiest thing on three legs
Preview all of the adoptable pets at www.spcaflorida.org. To meet or adopt a pet located at SPCA Florida, stop by the Adoption Center Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Prior to adoption all pets are spayed or neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines and come with a month of flea and heartworm prevention. For questions, contact SPCA Florida’s Adoption Center at 863-577-4615 or adopt@spcaflorida.org.
Marissa
Gender: Female
Age: 5 Months
Weight: 3 pounds
Species: Cat
Breed: Domestic Shorthair White/Black
Orphaned Since: April 24
Adoption Fee: $150
Marissa is also known around SPCA Florida as little tripod. She came in as a stray with damage to one of her legs and it couldn’t be saved. Soon after the amputation, a nice foster family took her in because she was a tiny little one and needed healing. Now she’s at the Orlando Cat Café waiting for a forever home. She’s comfortable with other cats and a robustious little player, especially with wand toys. She loves to show her love with little love bites. For more information, visit www.orlandocatcafe.com.
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Baklava
Gender: Female
Age: 1 year
Weight: 8 pounds
Species: Cat
Breed: Domestic Shorthair Black
Orphaned Since: May 11
Adoption Fee: $75
Baklava was found as a stray with five little babies. She’s been at the SPCA since May, a little longer than most, and it’s probably because of her shyness, which makes her hide. If you give her patience and drop down to her level, it will go a long way in reducing her anxiety. Once she gets to know you, she really enjoys soft petting, chin scratches and chicken Temptation treats! Come visit Baklava in Cattery B at SPCA Florida. For more information, please visit www.spcaflorida.org.
Olivia
Gender: Female
Age: 7 Months
Weight: 51 pounds
Species: Dog
Breed: German shepherd, Rottweiler Mix Black/Tan
Orphaned Since: Aug. 23
Adoption Fee: $250
If you’re looking for a playmate, then Olivia’s your girl. She loves to play chase. In fact, her adoption papers say no home with small kids or other pets, and no farm animals. Why? Because she will be chasing them all day. She loves being outside where she can chase a ball, play tug of war or hang out in the pool. She would love a tall, fenced yard to be able to do all these things. Her new family will need to have some patience and be very active. She’s still a puppy and can be a little of a menace, so manners school should be a must. Meet Olivia at SPCA Florida. Visit www.spcaflorida.org.
Gucci
Gender: Male
Age: 2 years
Weight: 49 pounds
Species: Dog
Breed: Terrier Pitbull Black
Orphaned Since: Aug. 24
Adoption Fee: $150
Gucci’s owner recently lost their home and could no longer take care of him. He’s a little bit reserved around new people, but is good when he gets to know you. He likes to play with toys, walks great on a leash and loves to explore new places. He has never been formally trained. His fears are getting his nails cut, men and cats. Come meet Gucci. Visit www.spcaflorida.org.
This article originally appeared on The Ledger: This week's featured SPCA pets: Marissa, Baklava, Olivia and Gucci