On Fridays, we feature an adoptable pet from the Seattle Animal Shelter (SAS). SAS is located at 2061 15th Ave W, just north of Whole Foods, at the corner of W. Armory Way. SAS is open Tuesday – Sunday, noon-6pm.
Queen Anne View has not met any of these pets – SAS is providing us with the description, as they know them well. We encourage potential adopters to get in touch with SAS and work with them to evaluate the compatibility of your home and a new pet.
Lady Bug (sweet and friendly Miniature Pinscher) – available for adoption
Odie (happy go lucky Catahoula Leopard Dog mix) – Adopted!
Kohmi (beauty of a Siamese cat) – available for adoption
Mr. Butters (fabulous family cat) – Adopted!
Mama (dedicated lap cat) – available for adoption – new photos on Petfinder
Thea (black and white kitty) – available for adoption
Abby & Phinn (lovey dovey pair of doves) – available for adoption
Iggy Azalea (snuggly iguana) – available for adoption
Walter & Jesse (friendly pair of rats) – available for adoption
Pilot (lionhead rabbit) – Adopted!
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Meet Penny & Patty!
Patty and Penny are female guinea pigs that are less than one-year old. They are healthy, friendly, and gentle with people. This couple pair was surrendered to the Seattle Animal Shelter in mid-June and are a little shy but are looking forward to graduating from foster care and finding a good and loving forever home. Patty and Penny are a bonded pair and must be adopted together.
Patty is the short-haired, tri-color Teddy Bear breed of guinea pig. She loves to eat hay, grass, fresh veggies and will sing for her supper or whenever she thinks it ought to be suppertime. She envisions herself as the leader but is fine with being held, petted, and given special treats.
Penny is the long-haired, tri-colored Silky breed of guinea pig. She is velvety soft to the touch and likes to be brushed and trimmed to keep up her lovely appearance. She also loves to eat hay, grass, fresh veggies and will sing for her supper. She envisions herself as the darling and is fine with being held, petted, and given special treats.
These two piggies like to be part of the family and are learning to explore safe spaces outside their cage. They have very calm and relaxed personalities and get along with people and other respectful pets.
Guinea pigs need a large flat-bottomed living space to live in, with covered areas where they can take shelter and relax if they feel nervous. Guinea pigs love to run and explore, and should have an hour or more of supervised playtime every day for exercise and stimulation. It’s important to remember that guinea pigs *cannot* use an exercise wheel or ball. Guinea pigs are social animals and do best when kept in pairs or small groups, and enjoy spending time with their people too.
Guinea pigs should be fed a high-quality pellet formulated for guinea pigs, unlimited hay, and fresh leafy greens. (Greens low in calcium such as lettuce, parsley, carrot tops, and cilantro are good choices.) Guinea pigs also require a vitamin C supplement; offering a slice or two of orange or bell pepper daily is an easy and delicious way to provide the vitamin C they need.
There is a low fee to adopt a guinea pig from the Seattle Animal Shelter; however, you are expected to make a lifetime commitment to your adopted piggies. The primary caregiver must be a responsible adult. Your piggies should be treated as an integral part of the family, and they will need regular nail trims and vet checks. With good care and lots of love, guinea pigs can live to be 5 to 7 years old.
Penny and Patty (SAS ID #15-5853-1 & 2) are currently being adored in foster care. If you’re interested in adopting this sweet pair, please call the foster care hotline at 206-684-0685, or email sasfostercritters@gmail.com.