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PAAD: Promoting Animal ADoptions We are a group of volunteers working to Promote Animal ADoptions for the SPCA of Tompkins County (Ithaca, NY)

We are a group of volunteers working to Promote Animal ADoptions (PAAD) for the SPCA of Tompkins County (NY). The animals we feature on this page need a little extra boost for one reason or another. Some may have very specific requests for their new homes. Some have been waiting a long time to meet the right people. Some may have arrived at the TC SPCA with health problems, or with puppies or kitt

ens in tow, and needed extra time and care to be ready to join a family. Our goal is to show off these amazing animals with photos, videos, and information directly from the volunteers who hang out with them every week. Be sure to check out the SPCA's website for information about adopting a new pet and to see all the animals available for adoption: www.spcaonline.com/adopting-pets
If you don't already follow the TC SPCA on social media, you can find them at:
www.facebook.com/spcaoftompkinscounty
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twitter.com/SPCAofTC

02/25/2025

Sweet Nora is celebrating with a delightful . This lovely young lady (not quite 1 year old) came to the SPCA of Tompkins County after moving up from the south. The people who found her as a stray in the south, realized she's not a good fit for their family. But she could be a good fit for yours!

Here's what we know about Nora so far - she has lived with other dogs and she LOVES to play with other dogs. She has also lived with cats and kids. Unfortunately, like a lot of dogs, cats are super fun for her to chase. Her volunteer friends say she is an amazing walker on the leash!

Want to meet Nora and see if your family is a match for her? Visit the SPCA adoption center Tuesday-Sunday: 12:00-4:30 PM or on Thursdays from 12:00-6:30 PM.

02/23/2025

It's with June Bug! This super sweet 39-pound pup has loves to run and play. Juney B is eager to please and knows "sit", "down", "paw" and even "sit pretty" (although, we aren't super sure what her cue is for that last one, as she offers it up independently). June Bug is looking for a home with people who will enjoy her energetic play style and sweet nature! She did ok living with cats in a foster home. She doesn't like to share so living full-time with another doggy might not work. She's also learned that living with toddlers isn't for her, though older kids could be ok.

Want to meet June Bug and see if she's a match for your family? Visit our adoption center Tuesday-Sunday: 12:00-4:30 PM (Thursday: 12:00-6:30 PM)

02/22/2025

Happy ! In honor of that bright yellow thing in the sky we haven't seen much of lately, here's lovable, yellow/orange Magmar! This cutie came to the SPCA of Tompkins County as a fearful, injured stray from Groton. Magmar was pretty scared when he first arrived, which is understandable since he was hurting. Now, he enjoys gentle pets and chin scratches. One of his new volunteer friends tells us that he was so happy to be petted, he rolled over to show his cute belly and allowed belly rubs! Amazing!

Magmar is FIV+ so he will need to go to a home without other cats or to a home with other FIV+ cats. If you'd like to meet Magmar, visit our adoption center Tuesday-Sunday: 12:00-4:30 PM (Thursday: 12:00-6:30 PM).

02/19/2025

Does a wintry have you wishing for spring flowers? Allow us to introduce you to Azalea! This lovely young lady was found as a stray and is now at the SPCA of Tompkins County looking for a home where she can bloom into a wonderful housecat! Wouldn't you like a lovely, dilute calico Azalea to brighten your home year-round? Just look at her cute tail curling into a question mark. She's probably wondering why someone hasn't snatched her up and taken her home yet!

If you'd like to meet Azalea, stop by the SPCA of Tompkins County during open hours Tuesday-Sunday: 12:00-4:30 PM. Or on Thursdays from 12:00-6:30 PM.

02/18/2025

It's time for with Annie! This sweet, shy lady came from Louisiana hoping she'll have better luck finding a home in NY. She's not sure about this cold weather, though. She'd love to find a warm, loving home to call her own. If you'd like to meet Annie, stop by the SPCA of Tompkins County during open hours:
Tuesday-Sunday: noon-4:30 pm
Thursday: noon-6:30 pm

02/16/2025

It's time for and you know what's fun? Stripes! We couldn't help but notice the proliferation of stripey cats on the SPCA of Tompkins County website this morning: www.spcaonline.com/cats

If you're a fan of tabby cats, check out the fabulous cats currently available at the SPCA! You can stop by and visit Tuesdays-Sundays, from noon-4:30 pm, or until 6:30 pm on Thursdays.

02/15/2025

Did you know February 15 is Singles Awareness Day? It's a day to celebrate how fabulous being single can be! We're using this day to celebrate 3 dogs who are also fabulous! Nala Gee, June Bug and Queen each want to be your one and only dog. So while it's tempting to think of taking home all 3 of these beautiful girls...don't. They wouldn't enjoy that. What they would enjoy is having a human or a family all to themselves. With the large amount of snuggles and love they each have to share, you won't need anyone else!

If you would like to meet one of them, stop by the SPCA during open hours:
Tuesday-Wednesday: noon-4:30 pm
Thursday: noon-6:30 pm
Friday-Sunday: noon-4:30 pm

02/14/2025

Happy Valentine's Day from some of our favorite furry Valentines at the SPCA of Tompkins County! Each of these cuties has been waiting more than a month or two for a love of their own. Are you looking for some more love in your life? Stop by the SPCA to meet these loves, or any of the other dogs, cats, or guinea pigs looking for homes!

SPCA open hours:
Tuesday-Wednesday: noon-4:30 pm
Thursday: noon-6:30 pm
Friday-Sunday: noon-4:30 pm

02/11/2025

It's a job posting. Do you need a new or additional receptionist/greeter for your office and/or home? Quinn is ready to apply for the job! She has experience answering phones, greeting friends and guests with politeness and enthusiasm. She's looking for a workplace that values healthy living and work-life balance. Working too hard? She can help you balance that with a fun walk or run in the yard!

If you'd like to interview Quinn, stop by the SPCA of Tompkins County during open hours: Tuesday-Sunday, noon-4:30 pm (or until 6:30 pm on Thursdays).

02/09/2025

After months of training, practice, and intense rivalries, the day has finally arrived. It's the ! The SPCA of Tompkins County has staged our own version of the puppy bowl with a litter of German Shepherd puppies. Unlike the Animal Planet's trademarked version of the Puppy Bowl, ours has fewer puppies and a much, much smaller production budget. 😁 Still adorable, though!

A few of these rookies have already been drafted by their new families. Congrats!

Not really into the energy and training young puppies need? No problem! The SPCA has several adult dogs looking for homes. www.spcaonline.com/dogs

You can stop by the SPCA during open hours to meet the dogs: Tuesday through Sunday, noon-4:30 pm, with extended hours on Thursdays until 6:30 pm. Contact them at 607-257-1822 ext. 221 or [email protected]

02/08/2025

Happy ! Allow us to introduce you to Sir Malcolm. Don't let his impressive title intimidate you. He's probably more nervous meeting people than we are in meeting feline nobility. You won't see Sir Malcolm at the SPCA of Tompkins County adoption center. He was very scared when he arrived so he went to stay with a foster family to gain some confidence and get used to being around people. This approached worked! His foster family says,

"Sir Malcolm is an affectionate, gentle, shy, and handsome cat. It took a week in foster care for his personality to start to show, but now he is purring and making biscuits, chasing after toys, and has become quite a talkative cat. He will make some lucky person a fine companion."

Do you think you could be that lucky companion for Sir Malcolm? Check out his profile at www.spcaonline.com/cats and contact the Adoptions team if you'd like to know more about this sweet, handsome guy: 607-257-1822 ext. 221 or [email protected]

02/05/2025

Happy to Benny! We're tempted to start singing "Benny and the Jets" but we don't want to disturb Benny's nap. 🤩 This handsome, friendly guy is a new addition to the Adoption Center at the SPCA of Tompkins County. His foster mom describes him as "twelve pounds of short-haired, black-and-white, ear-tipped, purring, cheek-rubbing, head-bunting, elevator-butt, flop-on-the-floor-and-show-his-belly love."

There's really nothing we can say to top that description! Stop by the SPCA during open hours to meet Benny: Tuesdays-Sundays, noon-4:30 pm, or until 6:30 pm on Thursdays.

02/04/2025

Say hi to Buddy Jr for ! OK, so his tongue isn't out right now, because he's too busy showing off his ball. It's a very nice ball, Buddy Jr! This handsome guy came to the SPCA of Tompkins County when his people had some health issues and couldn't give him the care he needed. Jr. is polite and really good at sitting. Most of the time. If you get down to his level (such as sitting or squatting) his inner puppy takes over and he's ready to play! Buddy Jr is still learning his manners and hoping to find a committed person to help with that.

If you'd like to meet this lovable, goofy guy, stop by the SPCA during open hours:
Tuesday-Sunday: 12-4:30 (or Thursdays 12-6:30). You can also email the adoptions team to ask more about him: [email protected]

02/02/2025

It's with rodents! In honor of we're celebrating wonderfully adorable rodents, namely, Gizmo and Flan! These young male guinea pigs are at the SPCA of Tompkins County looking for their new families. While they're in the same order and have roughly the same silhouette as groundhogs, guinea pigs are smaller, and generally cuddlier and easier to keep as pets. They also do not have the weather prognosticating reputation of groundhogs. Maybe that's a good thing. 🤔 Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow this morning and predicts 6 more weeks of weather. We haven't asked Flan or Gizmo for their predictions. Maybe they'll have a different answer about how much more winter we have in store?

If you'd like to meet Flan and Gizmo, stop by the SPCA during open hours: Tuesdays-Sunday from noon-4:30, with extended hours on Thursdays until 6:30 pm.

02/01/2025

Adopted!

It's a very sweet with Sweet Pea! This adorable teenage cat (aka a "catten") started her life outside in a local cat colony. She's now at the SPCA of Tompkins County adjusting to an indoor life with people. So far, we're a little weird and scary (we know), but she's getting used to us. Her new volunteer friends report that she enjoys being petted, and even rolls over to make biscuits!

If you'd like to meet Sweet Pea, stop by the SPCA during open hours: Tuesday-Sunday from noon-4:30 pm, or until 6:30 pm on Thursdays.

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Groundhog Day at the SPCA!

It's #SundayFunday with rodents! In honor of #GroundhogDay we're celebrating wonderfully adorable rodents, namely, Gizmo and Flan! These young male guinea pigs are at the SPCA of Tompkins County looking for their new families. While they're in the same order and have roughly the same silhouette as groundhogs, guinea pigs are smaller, and generally cuddlier and easier to keep as pets. They also do not have the weather prognosticating reputation of groundhogs. Maybe that's a good thing. 🤔 Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow this morning and predicts 6 more weeks of weather. We haven't asked Flan or Gizmo for their predictions. Maybe they'll have a different answer about how much more winter we have in store? If you'd like to meet Flan and Gizmo, stop by the SPCA during open hours: Tuesdays-Sunday from noon-4:30, with extended hours on Thursdays until 6:30 pm. #sundayfunday #guineapigs #guineapigsareawesome #adoptdontshop #adoptaguineapig #PunxsutawneyPhil

Queen's Day Out

For #SundayFunday check out the fun Queen had on some recent excursions out of the shelter! She's had a couple of awesome days hanging out with with her friends and just relaxing in a comfy home instead of the shelter. Her friend said Queen was a very polite houseguest, who was interested in checking the place out, and then mostly just chilling. Look at that face! Wouldn't you like to lounge about with Queen? Stop by the SPCA of Tompkins County during open hours, Tuesday-Sunday, noon-4:30 to meet her. Or contact the adoptions team to ask more and set up a meeting: 607-257-1822 ext. 221 or [email protected] #dogsdayout #pibblelove #thatfacethough #adoptashelterpet #rescuedismyfavoritebreed

Meet Flan and Custard

It's an extra-cold #WhiskerWednesday! If weather like this makes you grateful for pets who do their business indoors, you should meet Flan & Custard! These 2 BFFs are staying cozy at the SPCA of Tompkins County, waiting for people to come and meet them. They can be a bit shy, especially Flan, but are fairly easy to bribe with snacks. These curious, funny, adorable little guys are looking for a home together, which is great because guinea pigs are social animals and need a friend (same sex or fixed) to talk to. Stop by the SPCA to visit: Tuesday-Sunday from noon-4:30 pm. Or you can visit until 6:30 pm on Thursdays. #guineapigsforadoption #guineapigsofinsta #adoptdontshop

Xena!

It's a frolicking fun #tonguesoutTuesday with Xena! This sweet young lady has great fun playing in the yard. Running, chasing a ball...so fun! But Xena was always ready to come running to her friend Lisa. Especially if there was a treat involved! Xena was adopted from the SPCA of Tompkins County when she was a puppy and had a lovely, quiet home. Unfortunately, her people had some complicated stuff happen and weren't able to care for Xena anymore. She's hoping to find another loving home very soon. Could that home be yours? Stop by the SPCA to meet Xena and see if you're a match! You can visit during walk in hours 12-4:30 Tuesday-Sunday (extended hours 12-6:30 on Thursdays). #blep #rescuedog #dogshavingfun #pibblelove #pibblemix

Tucker!

Tucker says hellloooooo on this #SundayFunday! This 10-month old loves all things outdoors and cuddling indoors with a healthy dose of puppy goofiness mixed in 😉. He is incredibly smart and always aims to please his humans. You won't see him at the shelter as he is currently in foster learning lots of cool tricks. Keep an eye out for this cutie pie 😍 SPCA of Tompkins County #ithacaNY

Its a sunny #sundayfunday and Nala is really enjoying her time out in the fields 😊. This super well behaved Akita mix is 9 years old and still full of spunk! She enjoys long walks (unless the temps fall below 0°😛), tasty treats, and cuddling with her buddies. If you are looking for a wonderful dog with medium energy, do stop by and visit Nala at SPCA of Tompkins County #rescuedog #ithacaNY

Is your new year's resolution to get healthier? Well, so is Quinn's 😊. Welcome to her #sundayfunday folks! This 6-year old enjoys long walks, running around the yard, and chilling with her people. She would love a family that can help her lose a few pounds so that she can enjoy the outdoors even more. You can meet her anytime by visiting the shelter and chatting with our adoptions team SPCA of Tompkins County. https://www.spcaonline.com/dogs

Happy Pawlidays!

Happy New Year! Queen and Silly Goose aren't thinking too much about the days of auld lang syne. They're more focused on the future and hoping to find wonderful homes in 2025. They were excited about the special holiday gift boxes they got and wanted to tell you about them! So yummy and fun! These girls don't limit their excitement and happy dancing to just special occasions, though. They're always excited to see their friends. Bonus if seeing friends includes snacks, snuggles, play or walks! The SPCA of Tompkins County returns to regular hours tomorrow: Tuesdays through Sundays from noon to 4:30 pm. And extended hours until 6:30 on Thursdays. Start your year off right by stopping by to visit with one of these lovely ladies! #rescuedog #happypawlidays #pibblelove #happydancing #newyears2025 #rescuedogsrock

SundayFunday with Dixon

It's #SundayFunday with Dixon! This energetic young guy had great fun chasing a ball around the play yard recently! Dixon is a big, lovable goofball. Because he's an energetic good boy who's still working on manners, he'd do well in a home with older kiddos. He has an energetic play style and may be ok with other dogs who appreciate his style of play. If you'd like to meet Dixon, stop by the SPCA of Tompkins County to meet him. Open hours for this week are Sunday noon-4:30pm Tuesday noon-3:00pm Closed Wednesday for New Years Day Thursday noon-6:30pm Then we're back to the usual hours of open on Tuesdays through Sundays from noon-4:30pm; with extended hours on Thursdays noon-6:30pm. #rescuedog #adoptdontshop

Happiest of Holidays for Remus!

It's a Fri-yay for our pal Remus! This adorable, loving guy got the best gift a rescue dog could get . . . a new home! #friyay #rescuedogsrock #ahomefortheholidays

We hope everyone is enjoying some downtime and while the shelter may be closed to the public today, the doggos still got to dress up in their fancy outfits and opened some presents. 🎁🎊😊 See a cutie you like? Stop by the shelter on Thursday and chat with our adoptions team!

Cats wrapping presents

Volunteers at the SPCA of Tompkins County asked the cats to help them wrap some presents. They were so very helpful! Sweet Froot Loop was adopted on Sunday, so maybe she's helping her new family with more gift wrapping. She's an expert now! Supervisors Ozzie and Brad Kitt are still available and are entertaining offers. If you would like to interview with either of these handsome boys - or any of the other cats looking for homes - the SPCA is generally open Tuesday-Sunday from noon-4:30 pm and until 6:30 pm on Thursdays. But please note the SPCA will be closing at 3:00 pm today (12/24) and New Year's Eve (12/31), and will be closed on Christmas Day (12/25) and New Year's Day (1/1/25). The website is always open for seeing who's available! www.spcaonline.com/cats #CatsWrappingPresents #helpfulcats #rescuecatsrule #orangecat #catswithjobs