See Spot Walk Swag
We have exciting news! Starting tomorrow, you can purchase swag from See Spot Walk '22, '23, and '24! Sizing and quanities are limited so don't wait. We have shirts, hoodies, beanies and hats. These would make wonderful holiday gifts for the animal lovers in your life.
We open tomorrow at 11:00. Happy shopping!
Willie's Field Trip
This spry guy is Willie and he's ELEVEN years old! One of our matchmakers took him out of the shelter for a fun field trip day and said:
"He rides great in the car, LOVED running around and playing, knows lots of tricks and is absolutely perfect. He would make a great running or hiking buddy."
Willie is proving age is just a number--and it certainly isn't one that's slowing him down. This guy is goofy, well mannered, friendly and did we say active?
He does get super excited around other animals, to where it is unsafe for them. Therefore, he will need to be the only animal in the home.. but he is all the dog you need! He will keep you entertained and on the go.
Despite his age, Willie would be an amazing adventure buddy. Come meet this boy today; he is bound to run away with your heart!
Meet Parker
This sweet boy was brought to a local vet clinic as a stray and then transferred to our shelter. It didn’t take long for our vets to realize Parker’s unique needs. His constant hunger, coughing, and vomiting pointed to Megaesophagus, a condition that makes it hard for him to keep food down.
But Parker’s story took a happy turn once he was introduced to his very own special eating chair – the Bailey chair. Now, Parker can enjoy his meals and keep them down, helping him gain the much-needed weight for a healthier life!
Parker is now ready to find his forever home! To help his future parents understand his care, he can be fostered before adoption is finalized. If you’re ready to meet Parker and give him the love and support he deserves, apply to adopt him today!
Rat Kisses From Ratatouille
ADOPTED
Ratatouille is the friendliest rat and LOVES people! He enjoys giving kisses, being held, and nibbling on yummy treats.
Rats are very social creatures and do best in pairs. They can become depressed and sick if they are alone, as it directly affects their mental health and quality of life. We'd love for him to find a home with another rat companion! Introducing them is similar to introducing cats, and our staff can teach you all about it.
Potential adopters should research adopting pet rats. They live 2-3 years if fixed and need daily interaction. They also require a larger cage (two levels is best) which requires cleaning every 3-4 days. Rats do great with young children but should have adult supervision.
Come meet this fun little critter today!
Gigi and Thumper: Bonded Siblings
This sweet senior boy came in with his sister, Gigi, and they can't wait to find their new retirement home together. Thumper is the more social of the two, but both can be a bit reserved going into new environments. Once comfortable, Thumper is a friendly, cuddly and sweet boy who greets you with a meow whenever he sees you. He loves pets and hanging out with his favorite people!
Gigi is much more reserved than Thumper, but opens up with some extra TLC. She has a sensitive tummy and is on prescription food, but because we are unable to feed Gigi and Thumper separately, they both eat it. Once she feels comfortable, Gigi is a sweet girl who enjoys pets, attention, and playing with toys!
They have previously lived with dogs and cats and done great, but we recommend slow introductions with any new pets for the best chance of success.
These sweet siblings are quite the catch! Click the link provided in the comments to learn more about them. Or come in and meet them today!
Spooky Cute Puppies
Trick-or-Treat yourself to a spooky cute puppy! These adorable little goblins joined the adoption floor this morning and are ready to cast a spell on your heart this Halloween.
Adopt today and make your home a haunted haven of puppy love!
Visit our website to learn more about all of these perfect little gremlins.
Crinkle-Eared Kevlyn
Meet Kevlyn, our crinkly-eared cutie! This handsome, nearly 10-year-old, cat sports the most unique ears. And while we're not sure how they came to look like that, our vets gave him a clean bill of health after a thorough exam. He’s now ready to snuggle his way into a forever home!
Kevlyn's previous owners described him as sweet, snuggly and playful. They told us he can’t resist a dangly wand toy!
Come meet him and let him charm his way into your heart. We are open until 7:00 pm.
A Survivor, Against All Odds
Found frozen to the ground, poor little Puffin had a rough start before coming to our Shelter Medical Center. The good Samaritan who found her used warm water to free her little body from the ground then brought her into us. Puffin’s fur was matted and dirty, with sticks tangled throughout. She had several injuries, including frostbite damage—her ears were severely affected, with the tips becoming dry and necrotic. Tragically, they eventually fell off.
Once in our care, our veterinary staff immediately worked to make her comfortable. We administered pain medication and conducted a comprehensive examination. It became clear that Puffin required a tail amputation and a femoral head ostectomy (FHO) on her right hind leg. This procedure was necessary due to a diseased and painful hip joint.
After her surgeries, we sent her to a foster home to let her heal and soak up all their love as she rested and recovered. Not only did she soak up their love, but she stole their hearts. Her foster parents fell in love with her and made her a permanent member of their family. They shared this update with us:
Puffin came to us very shy with several frostbite wounds. After surgery and lots of visits to IHS, Puffin started to gain confidence. She just kept fighting and soon we decided that this is her forever home. She is running and jumping now so us humans have to kitten proof the house plants! Now we’re working on meeting new people, standing up to big sister, and growing back hair.
We are so happy this sweet girl received the happily-ever-after she deserved!
Ella's loving life!
Meet Ella, a true survivor. She was transferred into our shelter in late May after being hit by a car in an underserved community. With a crushed leg and broken hips, she faced immense challenges. To make matters worse, she battled a severe skin infection and painful ear infections while living on the streets. Despite her hardships, Ella's spirit remains unbroken.
Our first step was to ease her pain. We provided medications to help her heal and to treat her skin and ear infections. Ella then underwent surgery to repair her fractured tibia and was placed in a loving foster home. Her fur began to grow back, and she showed remarkable progress.
Once Ella's leg had fully healed, we performed a femoral head osteotomy (FHO) to repair her hips, ensuring she had the best chance at a pain-free life. After nearly four months of recovery, she was thriving—and her foster parent realized they couldn't bear to part with her.
Today, Ella is happy and loved in her forever home, thanks to the dedication of her medical team, foster family, and Treasure Valley Subaru - they help us give new chapters to underdogs like Ella.
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19 Year Old Needs Home
This is NINETEEN year old Violet!
Violet is a sweet senior girl who hopes to find a peaceful place to call home. She was picked up by animal control in pretty rough shape; she was dehydrated and her fur was severely matted. At the shelter we've helped clean her up with some TLC and a haircut. She likes to be petted and doesn't mind being held. She really just wants to curl up on your lap and relax.
Make sure any new animals in the home are calm and respectful of her space since we aren't sure who she's lived with in the past. Like many older kitties, Violet has kidney disease and will need to be on a prescription diet to help manage her condition.
Do you have a place in your heart and home to let this sweet gal live out her golden years?
*UPDATE: they have all been adopted!*
These adorable Saint Bernards will have you head over heels in love! 🧡
Adopt your new best friend at our Bird St Adoption Center: 1300 S Bird St., Boise Idaho 83709. We open at 11am Tuesday!
