Adoption Option

ADOPTION OPTION

Meet Mookie

Welcome to Adoption Option, a partnership with the Worcester Animal Rescue League highlighting their adoptable pets. Check this space often to meet all of the great pets at WARL in need of homes. WARL is open seven days a week, noon-4 p.m., 139 Holden St. Check them out online at Worcesterarl.org, or call at (508) 853-0030.

Meet Mookie! Mookie originally came to us all the way from St. Thomas Humane society in 2018. After being adopted a couple times and brought back, sweet Mookie has yet to find his perfect match. He would be OK with older respectful children and some other dogs. This depends on the other dog’s personality and he appreciates a slow introduction. His next home needs to be a special one and we are confident that the next will be his last. He is looking for a family who is home most of the time because he has separation anxiety. This causes him to continuously search for his family when they are gone. It would be great if his next adopter was versed in anxiety in dogs and was patient and understanding as to what Mookie is going through. He is able to climb fences and would be able to go out window screens if given the chance. When put into a home, Mookie loves his family with all his whole heart and it’s very hard for him to be alone, especially since other families have given up on him in the past. He is housebroken, calm in the home and loves affection and cuddles. He likes meeting new people and enjoys going for walks and exploring the outdoors. He is excited about his toys and likes to jump and play, but would much rather have your attention and love. This sweet soul is truly looking to be rescued and finally put into a stable home where he will not have to wonder when it’s time to go back to the shelter. If you would like more information about Mookie or you would like to set up an appointment to meet him, please contact the shelter.

WARL COVID-19 Procedures

As of Nov. 9, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, we want to share with you some changes we have implemented so that we can continue to serve the pets and people of our community while keeping our team protected. • ADOPTIONS: At this time, adoptions are being held BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. If you are interested in adoption, please visit our website worcesterarl.org/ adopt/ to learn more about our available animals then call us at (508) 853-0030 ext.0 or email us at info@worcesterarl. org to schedule an appointment. • CASUAL VISITS TO THE SHELTER are prohibited. We will strictly enforce this in order to keep our animal care team protected while still maintaining the most essential function of our operation ... finding homes for animals in need. • ANIMAL SURRENDERS: Our business practice for surrendering a pet remains the same. All pet owners must contact WARL in advance of surrendering a pet. Please call (508) 853-0030. • SPAY/NEUTER CLINICS: All scheduled appointments will be honored. If you have a scheduled appointment, we will be contacting you to discuss changes to our drop off/ pick up procedures. • DONATIONS ACCEPTED except for open bags of food. • Pet food, cat litter, and other shelter supplies will be essential in continuing to provide for our animals and to as-

Mookie is available through WARL’s animal adoption program. PHOTO COURTESY SARA MCCLURE

sist community members in need. To avoid unnecessary travel and exposure, items can be purchased online from our Amazon Wishlist — https:// www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/3AX342JIL73M0 • Weekly training classes are going on for adopters. • The WARL Volunteer Program is temporarily suspended. All regular volunteer shifts are on hold. We look forward to welcoming you back as soon as we can. We have many animals in our care who depend on us to stay healthy and well. The above measures help to protect our staff and community from the spread of COVID - 19 by minimizing face-to-face interactions while continuing to operate only core essential services. Please continue to follow our Facebook page for additional updates. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact the shelter at (508) 853-0030 or info@ worcesterarl.org.