Release courtesy the Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island. Lynette is an absolute beauty with very unusual markings. She is a 2-year-old tortoiseshell cat. Lynette is a passive girl and will need a home that will appreciate her gentleness and laid back personality. If you adopt this beauty, she will provide you with a lifetime of love and companionship. Please stop by our shelter located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale or call 783-7606 for more information about Lynette or our many other adoptable pets waiting for new forever homes. You can also visit our website, www.arlsri…

Release courtesy the Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island. In search of a beautiful black cat that will keep you company? Well, look no further, for Bitsy is the cat for you. She is 6 years old, and a short hair, black cat. Bitsy is such a sweet girl who just wants to be the center of someone's life. Just take one look at her and I have to ask, how could anyone resist those big beautiful eyes? Bitsy is just a loveable girl looking for her new forever home. Please stop by our shelter located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale or call 783-7606 for more information about Bitsy or …

The Mystic Aquarium has applied to be the permanent home to an 8-month-old female harbor seal puppy that it helped nurse back to health. Starting this past Friday, the seal pup is on display at the aquarium while the facility waits for approval of its application to add her to its Pacific Northwest habitat. The seal had to have a fin amputated to save its life. “We are very pleased with Pup 49’s recovery,” said Mystic Aquarium Veterinarian Dr. Allison Tuttle. “While any surgery comes with risks, the infection was spreading and we knew amputation was her only chance for survival. Our animal …

Unless otherwise noted, information about the following incidents was supplied by the Narragansett Police Department. An arrest does not indicate a conviction. At about 1:12 p.m. on Feb. 27, police received a report of a black and white shorthair cat stuck in a tree on Wood Sorrel Terrace. According to Narragansett Animal Control Officer Art Smith, the cat appeared to be about 30 feet up and mobile. As a result, he advised the calling party to wait another day, since cats often got themselves down. However, Smith said that he was called back at about 8:21 a.m. on March 1, because the cat …

Release courtesy of the Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island. Are you someone who would love to eat mangos all year long, but can’t find them? Well, I have a loveable Mango that will melt in your heart! Mango is a 5-year-old orange and white short hair cat that is as sweet as a mango itself. He is very affectionate and will let you know by purring as he is being petted or just while sitting in your lap on the couch.  Mango has a great fondness for his stuffed dog. He will always put a smile on your face! Please stop by our shelter located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale or …

Looking for that energetic, sweet-loving dog? Well, look no further, for Mask is the one for you! Mask is a 3-year-old Basset Hound and Pit Bull Terrier mix. He loves to cuddle up in the arms of someone and take a nap. Mask would do best in a home with a tall, secure fence and no cats. He is excellent with kids and dogs of any size! Mask loves to learn new things every day and the greatest reward for him is LOTS and LOTS of kisses! Please stop by our shelter, located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale, or call (401) 783-7606 for more information about Mask or our many other adoptable …

What do you think of a proposed bill to prohibit landlords from requiring that pet owners de-claw or de-vocalize their pets? Tell us in the comments section below! The following is a release about the proposed bill. Calling the surgical procedures inhumane and potentially dangerous to pets, Senate Majority Leader Dominick J. Ruggerio is urging passage of legislation to prohibit property owners from requiring “devocalization” and “declawing” of dogs and cats as a condition of occupancy. “Devocalization” or “debarking” is a surgical procedure that involves opening an animal (usually a dog) at …

Release courtesy of the Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island. Looking for that new member of the family who will bring you love and fun? Well, look no further, since Issac is the puppy for you!  He is a 5-month-old Boxer mix with the sweetest look in his eyes that will make you melt the minute you see him. Issac loves to go out and play as well as curl up next to you on the couch.  He is a bundle of joy that will bring you happiness in your life! Please stop by our shelter located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale or call (401) 783-7606 for more information about Issac or our …

Looking for a beautiful loveable dog to spend your life with? Roxy would be the girl for you! She is a 3-year-old purebred German shepherd. Roxy loves swimming, drinking from the hose and playing fetch. Roxy gets nervous around other dogs and small children, so she would be best as the only pet. Roxy will fill your heart and home with so much love! Please stop by our shelter located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale or call 783-7606 for more information about Roxy or our many other adoptable pets waiting for new forever homes. You can also visit our website, www.arlsri.org.

An Iris is a beautiful plant that brightens up your world. Well, Iris the Cat can do the same. She is a 3-year-old Dilute Tortoiseshell with unusual markings. Iris likes to play and be petted but she can also be content to just relax on her own and enjoy being a cat. Please stop by our shelter, located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale, or call (401) 783-7606 for more information about Iris or our many other adoptable pets waiting for new forever homes. You can also visit our website, www.arlsri.org. Want to be e-mailed when we have more pet news? Click the “keep me posted!” button …

Last weekend, Ina Sciabarrasi’s dogs were trapped under her shed, and without hesitation, the firefighters at the Kingston Fire Station helped her rescue the two. According to Sciabarrasi, three of the firefighters examined the two dogs stuck under the shed and determined the quickest way to get them out would be by digging. The puppy managed to get herself out from under the shed quickly, but the firefighters had to dig for several minutes to free the older dog. “I’m very grateful to Kingston Fire for their willingness to help and felt others would appreciate this story,” Sciabarrasi said. …

Mystic Aquarium’s animal rescue team released two 5-month-old harbor seal pups, Hershey and Brunswick, into the waters of Charlestown Breachway State Beach today. Both Hershey, a female, and Brunswick, a male, were rescued in Maine and spent a brief period of time undergoing rehabilitation at the University of New England’s Marine Animal Rehabilitation Center in Biddeford, Maine, before being transferred to Mystic Aquarium’s Seal Rescue Clinic. Hershey was rescued on May 28 and came to Mystic Aquarium on June 4. A thin, dehydrated, abandoned pup, she was treated with supportive fluid therapy …

Junior will lick his way into your heart. He is a handsome, 2-year-old American Bulldog mix with a face that will make you melt. He is outgoing, great with children and loves car rides. Junior is always up for a good long walk and then just curling up by your toes while watching T.V. Please stop by our shelter located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale or call 783-7606 for more information about Junior or our many other adoptable pets waiting for new forever homes. You can also visit our website, www.arlsri.org. Release courtesy of the Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island. Want…

Release courtesy of the Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island. Wizz is a 10-month-old white tabby male. He is a people person and loves to be held like a baby. He is very curious and will follow you around. Wizz is looking forward to someone coming along that will give him a great home. Please stop by our shelter located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale or call 783-7606 for more information about Wizz or our many other adoptable pets waiting for new forever homes. You can also visit our website, www.arlsri.org. Want to be e-mailed when we have new pet content? Click the “keep …

Looking for a gentle, lovable cat? Well, Ned is the one for you.  Ned is a beautiful Tabby Grey who is 8 years old. He is a couch potato and is looking for someone to snuggle up with. Ned is full of love to give to his new owner. He gets along with other cats and would do well in a home with older or no children. Please stop by our shelter located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale or call 783-7606 for more information about Ned  or our many other adoptable pets waiting for new forever homes. You can also visit our website, www.arlsri.org. Release courtesy of the Animal Rescue League of…

Release courtesy of the Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island. Do you believe in faith? Well, if you do, then Faith is the dog for you. She is a 9-month-old hound mix with eyes that will make you fall in love with her as soon as you see her.  Faith is a playful puppy and will give you licks all day long. Please stop by our shelter, located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale, or call (401) 783-7606 for more information about Faith or our many other adoptable pets waiting for new forever homes. You can also visit our website, www.arlsri.org. Want to be e-mailed when we have a new …

Release courtesy of the Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island. Looking for some new pajamas? Well, look no further, since Mr. Pajamas is ready to be adopted and keep you cozy!  He is a 1-year-old short hair grey and white cat. This outgoing friendly guy will ride on your shoulder like a parrot if given the chance. He is energetic and playful and gets along with other animals. Please stop by our shelter located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale or call (401) 783-7606 for more information about Mr. Pajamas or our many other adoptable pets waiting for new forever homes. You can …

Release courtesy of the Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island. Always wanted to own a Harley? Well, now you can! Harley is a Labrador Retriever and Border Collie mix. He is 1½ years old with lots of energy to run and play at his new home. One of his favorite things to do is go on long walks or play with kids and other dogs. Harley is very friendly and full of love to give his new owner. Please stop by our shelter, located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale, or call (401) 783-7606 for more information about Harley or our many other adoptable pets waiting for new forever homes. …

Stitch will sew his way into your heart forever.  He is an 8-month-old Plott Hound mix. Stitch is a happy boy who is always up for a walk or to play in the yard.  He is sweet and gentle and will always put a smile on your face.  Please stop by our shelter located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale or call 783-7606 for more information about Stitch or our many other adoptable pets waiting for new forever homes. You can also visit our website, www.arlsri.org. Want to be e-mailed when there is a new animal-related column? Click the “keep me posted!” button below.

Autumn is one of the prettiest times of year, filled with all different colors that take your breath away. Well, you don’t have to wait until fall for that, since you can have Autumn all year long in your house to love.  She is a 3-year-old Calico cat with beautiful markings from head to tail. She loves to sit and gaze out the window or to curl up on your lap to watch a movie. Please stop by our shelter located at 506B Curtis Corner Road in Peace Dale or call 783-7606 for more information about Autumn or our many other adoptable pets waiting for new forever homes. You can also visit our …