Blake's a pit bull terrier mix who's about 1 year and 3 months old and has been at Manatee County Animal Services since Sep 22, 2012.  Blake has the high energy of a young dog, but calms down after running for a short while. After getting his energy out, Blake becomes an easy-going and loving dog who will vie for your affection. If you decide to adopt, the adoption fee for Blake is $80 and includes: Neutering  Vaccinations  Occult Heartworm Test for adult dogs Initial deworming for internal parasites Rabies Vaccination Microchipping For more information on Blake and the other adorable …

This week's adoptable cat is Mikey, a black and brown domestic long-hair cat. Mikey (A054118) is a one-year-old neutered male. Mikey is a cuddly cat with lots of soft fur. He is curious and likes to play. Mikey has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Oct. 31. You can visit Mikey (A054118) at the Manatee County Animal Services downtown adoption center this week. The downtown center is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Adoptions at Manatee County Animal Services, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check and microchip…

This week's adoptable dog is Sam, a basset hound mix. Sam (ID# A052463) is a one-year-old neutered male who is smart and playful. He loves to play with toys, can run fast and jump high. He is full of energy and will sit for a treat. He has a lot of puppy in him. He is very friendly and has a great personality. Sam has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Dec. 26.  You can visit Sam at the county's downtown adoption center. Adoptions, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check, and microchip, are $80 for dogs, plus a $15 license fee for those in Manatee County, and $40 for…

This week's adoptable cat is Thumbelina, a calico Hemingway. Thumbelina (A055426) is a dainty two-year-old spayed female. Thumbelina is a small cat with big feet. She likes attention and will sit on a lap and cuddle. She has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Jan. 16. You can visit Thumbelina (A055426) at the Manatee County Animal Services downtown adoption center this week. The downtown center is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Adoptions at Manatee County Animal Services, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check …

This week's adoptable dog is Rachel, a brown and white hound mix. Rachel (ID# A055286) is a 10-month-old spayed female who is smart and playful. She loves to play with toys and will sit and go down for a treat. She is still a puppy so it takes some patience to get her to focus, but she will. She is a fun puppy with a great personality. Rachel has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Jan. 10 when she was transferred from Bishop Animal Shelter. You can visit Rachel at the county's downtown adoption center. Adoptions, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check, and microchip…

This week's adoptable cat is Ebony, a gorgeous black domestic short-hair. Ebony (A054970) is a two-year-old spayed female. Ebony is a glossy black and regal cat. She likes attention. She has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Dec. 18. You can visit Ebony (A054970) at the Manatee County Animal Services downtown adoption center this week. The downtown center is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Adoptions at Manatee County Animal Services, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check and microchip, are $80 for dogs, plus a…

This week's adoptable dog is Snoopy, a black and white mixed breed. Snoopy (ID# A053270) is a three-year-old spayed female who is smart and playful. She loves to play with toys and cuddle with people. She is a sweet, quiet girl who loves attention. Snoopy has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Dec. 29. You can visit Snoopy at the county's downtown adoption center. Adoptions, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check, and microchip, are $80 for dogs, plus a $15 license fee for those in Manatee County, and $40 for cats, plus the license fee. The downtown adoption center …

This week's adoptable cat is Libby, a calico and white domestic short-hair kitten. Libby (A0542840) is a three-month-old spayed female. Libby is a little shy but totally lovable. She is a quiet little kitten who likes attention. She has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Nov. 10. You can visit Libby (A054284) at the Manatee County Animal Services downtown adoption center this week. The downtown center is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Adoptions at Manatee County Animal Services, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health…

This week's adoptable dog is Uncle Buck, a golden lab mix. Uncle Buck (ID# A053574) is a three-year-old neutered male who is smart and playful. He will sit and shake for a treat, knows how to down and is house trained. He is a sweet boy who loves attention. Uncle Buck has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Oct. 4 when Manatee County Animal Services picked him up. You can visit Uncle Buck at the county's downtown adoption center. Adoptions, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check, and microchip, are $80 for dogs, plus a $15 license fee for those in Manatee County, and…

This week's adoptable cat is Frank, a black, white and gray domestic short-hair cat with blue eyes. Frank is a three-year-old neutered male. Frank is curious and lovable. He loves attention and will greet visitors. He has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Dec. 7 when he was found along 301 Blvd. E. You can visit Frank (A054769) at the Manatee County Animal Services downtown adoption center this week. The downtown center is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Adoptions at Manatee County Animal Services, which include spay/neuter, …

This week's adoptable dog is Pretty Boy, a red pit bull mix. Pretty Boy (ID# A053013) is a two-year-old neutered male who is shy but loving. He will sit for a treat and is house trained. It take him a little while to get to know people and to warm up with them, but when he does he is a lover boy. Pretty Boy has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Sept. 5 when he was picked up by Animal Services. You can visit Pretty Boy at the county's downtown adoption center. Adoptions, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check, and microchip, are $80 for dogs, plus a $15 license fee …

This week's adoptable cat is Simba, a cream-colored tabby. Simba is a one-year-old neutered male. Simba loves people and is most content when sitting on a lap. He loves attention. But Simba should not go to a home with dogs. While Simba is warm and loving with people, he will attack dogs and does not get along with them. He has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Jan. 11. You can visit Simba (A054514) at the Manatee County Animal Services downtown adoption center this week. The downtown center is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays…

This week's adoptable dog is Ruby, a tan and white mixed breed girl. Ruby (ID# A053808) is a one-and-a-half-year-old spayed female who is sweet and loving. She will sit for a treat and is house trained. She is a sweet girl who wants to be a lap dog. Ruby has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Jan. 5 when her family dropped her off at the shelter. You can visit Ruby at the county's downtown adoption center. Adoptions, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check, and microchip, are $80 for dogs, plus a $15 license fee for those in Manatee County, and $40 for cats, plus the…

This week's adoptable dog is Bling, a brindle and white pit bull mix. Bling (ID# A054296) is a one-year-old neutered male who is loves to play tug of war and loves to run. He will sit and shake for a treat and is motivated by food. Bling has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Nov. 11 when he was confiscated in an animal cruelty case. You can visit Bling at the county's downtown adoption center. Adoptions, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check, and microchip, are $80 for dogs, plus a $10 license fee for those in Manatee County, and $60 for cats, plus the license fee…

This week's adoptable cat is Tasha, a calico and tiger mix. Tasha, a one-year-old spayed female, is warm and loving. She has been with Manatee County Animal Services since June 15. You can visit Tasha (A051363) at the Manatee County Animal Services downtown adoption center this week. The downtown center is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. The center will be closed Tuesday for the Christmas holiday. Adoptions at Manatee County Animal Services, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check and microchip, are $80 for dogs, plus a $15 …

This week's adoptable dog is Snoopy, a Labrador Retreiver mix. Snoopy (ID# A053270) is a one-and-a-half-year-old spayed female who loves to play. This little girl has a lot of energy and a fun personality. She knows how to sit and will settle down quickly for a treat. Snoopy has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Sept. 19 when she was picked up as a stray. She is ready to find a forever home today and would like nothing better than to spend Christmas with your family. You can visit Snoopy today at the county's downtown adoption center. Adoptions, which include spay/neuter, …

Thelma and Kira, six-month-old spayed females, are a perfect pair. They are gentle and loving kittens. They have been with Manatee County Animal Services since June 1 and Aug. 25 respectively. Thelma was found in a yard and Kira was picked up along 30th Avenue East. You can visit Thelma (Animal ID A051067) and Kira (Animal ID A052846) at the Manatee County Animal Services downtown adoption center this week. The downtown center is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Adoptions at Manatee County Animal Services, which include spay/neuter, …

This week's adoptable dog is Daisy, a Puggle, or Pug-Beagle mix. Daisy (ID# A054614) is a five-year-old spayed female who is gentle, quiet and laid back. This little girl loves to curl up in a lap and get her tummy rubbed. Daisy has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Nov. 30 when her owner lost her home and had to surrender Daisy to Animal Services. You can visit Daisy at the county's downtown adoption center. Adoptions, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check, and microchip, are $80 for dogs, plus a $10 license fee for those in Manatee County, and $60 for cats, plus…

This week's adoptable cat is Linus, a short-haired brown tiger. Linus, a three-month-old neutered male, loves people and attention. He is playful and sweet. He has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Nov. 13 when he was picked up in the 2100 block of 22nd Avenue West. You can visit Linus (Animal ID A054313) at the Manatee County Animal Services downtown adoption center this week. The downtown center is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Adoptions at Manatee County Animal Services, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health …

This week's adoptable dog is Owl, a brindle Boxer mix. Owl (ID# A054034) is a one-year-old neutered male with who still has a lot of puppy in him. He is full of energy and loves to play. He does need to learn a few manners and would benefit from obedience school. Owl has been with Manatee County Animal Services since Oct. 29 when he was found wandering in the 300 block of 15th Street East. You can visit Owl at the county's downtown adoption center. Adoptions, which include spay/neuter, vaccinations, health check, and microchip, are $80 for dogs, plus a $10 license fee for those in Manatee …