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"That's a big fella". We hear this every time someone new meets Ol' Man Hopper. He's 104 lbs(!), calm, and sweet. A friend to other dogs, cats, and kids. He's the kind of dog that makes you appreciate the loyalty of man's best friend. He's also been with us over a month now without being adopted 😢 We know that senior dogs are less likely to find homes. But we also know Hopper. And we know that no matter how much time you get together, he'll squeeze a lifetime worth of love into it. He's just that good of a boy. If you're able to bring happiness to Hopper's golden years, please don't wait. Head to spcawake.org/dogs to start the adoption process for Hopper. PS: This weekend, Saturday September 26 and Sunday September 27, adoption fees are waived at SPCA Wake ❤️

Bosco was found trotting down the street in the rain, resembling a happy hippo, and since arriving in our care, he's been nonstop winning over our hearts with his happy hippo ways. He's one of the most easygoing boys we've ever met. Gentle. Exceptionally laid-back. And an endless sea of happiness. He loves being close to people and has done wonderfully with kids, dogs, and even cats. There’s just one thing. Bosco has a heart murmur. It doesn’t change the wonderful dog he is. It doesn’t make him any less deserving of a family. It just means it'll take an extra special someone, willing to look beyond the murmur and open their home to a good boy whose only wish is for a comfy spot on the couch. Think you may be Bosco's special someone? Help us get him home to you. Head to spcawake.org/dogs to learn more.

We've got a problem and her name is Penguin. Penguin emanates unhinged energy. Look in her eyes, and you can see that yes, she loves the fridge and will climb inside and run to the back anytime the door is open for even a single second. That yes, she wants to eat that – whatever that is – especially weird stuff like miso, chocolate, and black coffee. And yes, she tries to make friends with all electrical cords, with zero regard for her own health or safety. 3.5 billion years of survival-focused evolution have resulted in this cat: a chaotic neutral masterpiece who requires a significant amount of adult supervision. Penguin needs a home willing to take her idiosyncrasies in stride and protect her from her own dark impulses. In exchange, she offers an unlimited amount of love and entertainment ❤️ If your home is able to be baby-proofed against a cat determined to go on misadventures, please let us know. Because Penguin needs you. Head to spcawake.org/cats to learn more.

It's Ketchikan's turn 🥰 At only 7 months old, Ketchikan gave birth to her kittens. She was ownerless and alone, still a kitten herself in fact – yet suddenly a whole litter was depending on her. Thankfully, a Good Samaritan noticed the little feline family and reached out for help. Since arriving in our care, we've learned that Ketchikan is exceptionally loving. She's incredibly affectionate and she absolutely adores attention from people. It's unfortunate to realize that such a sweet cat has spent her short life surviving on her own or caring for babies. But now, we get to change that. Now that her kittens have found homes of their own, it's finally Ketchikan's turn. Her turn to have someone take care of her. Her turn not to worry about where the next meal is going to come from, or where it's safe to sleep for the night. It's her turn to be LOVED. If you've got a kind heart and loving home, Ketchikan needs you. Head to spcawake.org/cats to learn more about bringing her home.

How do we split up two cats that trust each other so much that they feed each other's kittens? The answer is – we don't 💙 Mary and Zen share everything. They eat together from the same plate. Curl up side by side in one bed. And when they became new moms around the same time, they decided there was no such thing as "Mary's kitten" or "Zen's kitten". Like everything else, they would share 🥹 From the moment Mary and Zen arrived at SPCA Wake with their babies, we could see how much they love each other. So while they aren't ready for adoption just yet, we already know one thing with complete clarity: We will make sure Mary and Zen are adopted together. We hope seeing this happy family brightens your day 🥰

It's not uncommon for shelter pets to wear the scars of their past, but in Towhee's case, those scars are right on his face. Towhee was found at only a couple weeks old, struggling to survive on the streets. He was suffering from a rampant upper respiratory infection that had overtaken his eyes, his lungs – his whole little body. But thanks to your support (and a Good Samaritan with great timing who scooped him up), that's not where Towhee's story ended. Towhee was rushed to safety and for over a month now, he's been receiving treatment under the close supervision of our medical team. It's taken time, effort, and a lot of love. But we're so happy and relieved to share that Towhee is doing better and finally ready for a loving home! His eye may always be scarred but Towhee's just happy to be alive and he's ready to shower a new family with affection. Learn more about sweet Towhee at spcawake.org/cats 🐱

🚨 BREAKING: 27 lives were just saved from a capacity emergency. The last thing an overcrowded shelter wants to hear is “we’ve got incoming pets from a hoarding case bust.” And unfortunately, this situation usually results the euthanasia of a lot of pets already at the shelter because the shelter must create room for the incoming pets. But this is the point of partnership. So when things are dire, you have someone to ask for help. And your support is the reason we get to be that help. We just took in these 27 pets from one of our partner shelters in this exact crisis. The shelter was over capacity, with pets doubled up in their housing, when they got word that Animal Control needed to bring in the entirety of a hoarding case that had just been busted within their jurisdiction. These 27 dogs, cats, and kittens are a mix of those rescued from the hoarding case itself as well as those who were already at the shelter when the threat of euthanasia became immediate. Our team welcomed each pet one by one, getting them started on their SPCA Wake journey with softness, compassion, their first veterinary exams, and a spacious place to land. This is the point of partnership. These 27 pets now have their entire lives to look forward to – and while we work to help them heal and find loving homes, we continue to offer our partnership to shelters across the state. All because of you. To everyone who supports us: You are a hero for giving these 27 deserving animals the resources and compassion they needed when it counted most. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

His face says NO! ...But his lil raspy purrs say Yes please 🥺 It’s something else to be on the business end of a death glare from a cat with such heart-melting senior cat chirps. Louie is a paradox – a hard shelled candy with a gooey inside – and we love him for it. We knew you would too. What we don’t love is his current situation. Louie found himself here when his beloved owner, a senior woman, suddenly had to move into assisted living after a fall. Her caregiver made sure Louie made it safely to us – but of course, it’s never easy when your whole world turns upside down. On top of that, Louie’s sick. He’s been throwing up and losing weight no matter what we do. For a 15-year-old senior, weight loss like this is scary. We’re working hard to find out what’s going wrong and doing everything we can to stabilize him with supportive care in the meantime. Your donations are what’s making his medical care possible. But somehow, in spite of it all, Louie is just spreading his grumpy-faced love around ❤ Thank you for helping us take good care of Louie. It’s what his owner would’ve wanted, and it’s what he deserves. We couldn’t do it without you. PS: Louie isn’t available for adoption just yet. We need to help him get healthier first. But keep an eye on our website at spcawake.org/cats – we’re hopeful you’ll see his mean mug show up there very soon! If you want to help in the meantime, you can donate on our website. And if you’re not in a position to donate, we’re sure Louie would love some words of encouragement in the comments 🥰

61 adoptions in one day! 🥳🎉 Day 2 of Clear the Shelters has come and gone, bringing us to an incredible 113 pets adopted in just two days!!! And we've still got one more day to go! Thank you to everyone who came out to meet the pets and helped make this Saturday feel so special. We are so grateful for our community and all the love you've shown us so far! ❤️ Adopted today: - 16 cats - 27 kittens - 9 dogs - 9 puppies Tomorrow, Sunday Aug 9, is the LAST DAY of Clear the Shelters! 🚨🎉 If you’ve been thinking about adopting, we've still got plenty of cute pets ready to win your heart. Come meet your new best friend and help us make our final day our biggest day yet! Learn more at spcawake.org/cts 🐾 #cleartheshelters #cleartheshelters2026

Results are in from Day 1 of Clear the Shelters 🥁 52 adoptions today!!! 🥳🎉 One day down, two to go! Today was an amazing experience – thank you to the hundreds of you who came out to visit our shelter pets. We are off to a great start and couldn’t be more excited to see what this weekend brings! Adopted today: - 12 cats - 32 kittens - 3 dogs - 5 puppies It’s been a feline frenzy over here! We are extra crossing our fingers for our dogs this weekend – you’ve got to come out and meet these wonderful pups! We look forward to meeting more of you and sending even more pets home this weekend! We’re open Saturday & Sunday from 11-6. Be sure to check out our website to help plan your visit at spcawake.org/cts 🐾 For now, we are all tuckered out and will be getting a good night’s sleep ahead of what we hope will be a very big day tomorrow! 💜🥳🎉 #cleartheshelters #cleartheshelters2026

Are you experiencing symptoms of being alive in 2026? There’s got to be a better way! Introducing, Clear the Shelters! For a limited time only, you can enjoy the companionship, lols, and anxiety-reducing effects of an adopted shelter pet for the unbelievably low price of $0 adoption fees! That’s right! This weekend, Friday August 7th through Sunday August 9th, all adoption fees are 100% waived! With Emotionally Responsive Companion Technology™, your new companion is guaranteed to improve quality of life and overall sense of well-being! Available in dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, rabbits, guinea pigs, and other exciting configurations! But hurry! This incredible offer ends Sunday, August 9 – prepare for your weekend visit today by going online to spcawake.org/cts *No purchase necessary because there is no purchase. Food, toys, and veterinary expenses not included. Adoption counselors reserve the right to help match you with the best companion for your lifestyle. Adoption appointment availability may be limited. Side effects may include a dedicated Instagram account for your pet, increased consumption of lint rollers, waking up to zoomies in the middle of the night, and a noticeable improvement in overall vibes. Please see spcawake.org/cts for details.

She will stick her tongue in your ear 😳 Sunny Delight is affection on overdrive. All she wants is to be cradled in human arms 24/7. Sometimes she shows her boundless love by rubbing all over you. Other times she'll pepper your face with kisses and licks ❤️ Sure, she may on occasion aim her licks at your inner ear. But she's just being helpful! She knows how important ear cleanliness is and she's taking on the burden of upkeeping your hygiene. Who could ask for a better friend?! But she's also a senior, with a gummy smile and a limp from a previous leg break. So despite the fact that she offers a crazy, unfathomable amount of love, she's now been with us for over 2 months with no adoption interest ☹️ A cat this loving deserves a home that loves her back. Learn more about adopting Sunny Delight at spcawake.org/cats

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