Great little pup looking for a home! Bunny is about five-months-old and has been here at the shelter since April. She is outgoing, playful and friendly like most puppies, and should benefit well from some positive reinforcement training. Bunny loves playing with other dogs and will try to sit in your lap. So a friendly, energetic and loving household will be a great fit for this American Staff/Shepherd mix! Adoption Fee: $100 Includes spay/neuter, vaccines, microchip and license www.sspca.org Sacramento SPCA 6201 Floring Perkins Rd Sacramento, CA 95828

Little Poppy wants to sit in your lap! Great little dog (who just went on a mobile adoption event and did GREAT!) He is a three-year-old Chihuahua. He enjoys being held or curled up in your lap; Also enjoys car rides and walks. Poppy came from a home that kept him outside and he barked when he was ignored. His ideal home will keep him in the house with another dog and some entertainment! He loves people and would prefer to be around them. Adoption Fee: $100 (Includes spay/neuter, vaccines, microchip and license) Sacramento SPCA 6201 Florin Perkins Rd Sacramento, CA 95828

Roxie needs a home! Her sweet face says it all- looking for a nice family to keep her company and to spend her days with. Roxie is a nine-year-old Beagle/Chihuahua mix who is a fan favorite among staff and volunteers. She has been with us for several months and has been a patient girl. Roxie is gentle and enjoys the little things like a nice walk, a car ride and a good scratch behind the ears. She will do best in an older home. Other friendly dogs OK, along with older children please. Come visit Roxie and see if she will fit in well with your family!   Sacramento SPCA 6201 Florin Perkins Rd Sacramento, CA 95828 916-383-PETS www.sspca.org

The Sacramento Kennel Club is hosting the 2013 SKC Dog Show this weekend. The show has been running since Thursday and will run through Sunday until 4 PM. My wife and I, admitted dog lovers, toured the show and I was able to get the following photos of the various activities. If you love animals, pets, and especially dogs, consider going out to the show tomorrow at Cal Expo between the hours of 7am and 4pm. Most of the judging takes place in the middle of the day so plan accordingly. Enjoy your virtual pets and woofs! Reluctantly this sheltie gets ready for the show.     It was hard work for everyone.     Even the standard poodles.   Getting the dogs ready for the judges.  

Q. Hi Law Librarian, I was taking my purebred Akita puppy, Jett, for a walk and I tied her to a parking sign for 2 minutes while I ducked into a bodega to get us some water; when I came out she was gone. Stolen! I called the police, animal control, posted signs, and talked to neighbors and so far nothing. Is this a crime? Michelle A. Hi Michelle, Pet theft remains a terrible reality across the country. Often underlying these crimes are dogfighters seeking bait animals and dealers acquiring animals to sell to research laboratories or breeding operations. Less organized motivations include kidnap and ransom attempts even animal hording. Yes it is a crime: CA Penal Code 487e. Every pers

Are you looking for a friendly, affectionate boy to join your family? Rubio is your guy! A lover of people, Rubio is a five-year-old mature German Shepherd/Alaskan Malamute mix. He is looking for a home that doesn't have small children or other small animals, as he isn't a big fan. He will be most comfortable with a family that is home often and enjoy walks as much as he does! Rubio is a sweet boy and should make a great addition to the right family. sspca.org Adoption fee: $100 (Includes spay/neuter, vaccines, microchip and license)   Sacramento SPCA 6201 Florin Perkins Rd Sacramento, CA 95828 916-383-PETS or 916-504-2868

What sort of dog are you looking for? Affectionate, mature and OK with other dogs and kids (no cats!)? Winky just might be your boy! This 7 year-old cutie LOVES to be with his people friends and is looking for a home that he can relax in. Don't less his age fool you, you'll be surprised at how energetic he is! Adoption fee: $100 All adoptions include spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations and microchip Sacramento SPCA 6201 Florin Perkins Rd Sacramento, CA 95828 916-504-2868    

Sweet Bernie is looking for a home! This seven-year-old Saint Bernard mix is a loving, older boy who is looking for a family of his own. He enjoys people and children, especially ones that will love him as much as he loves them! He is calm, well -mannered, great on a leash and though a little "talkative" at times (to get your attention) he is a wonderful dog who will be a great member of the family! Located at the Sacramento SPCA shelter: 6201 Florin Perkins Road, Sacramento 916-383-PETS www.sspca.org

Q. Hi Law Librarian, I have neighbors (husband and wife) that walk a large mix breed dog without a leash in the alley in back of our homes. This alley consists of back yard fences and garages. Unfortunately, this dog and my small pug, Honey Boo Boo, hate each other. The dog when passing my yard throws his whole body against the fence barking and growling which then sets off Honey Boo Boo to do the same. I run into the yard and get my dog away from the fence. I have asked my neighbors when this behavior is happening to control their dog either by voice or with a leash and they said they would but it continues. Last week their dog broke three boards and got his head through the fence. I am

Pets make wonderful additions to our lives in so many different ways. They keep us entertained, keep us busy and most importantly, remind us that we are needed.  If you’re in the market for a new best friend and are trying to decide what pet is best for you…have you considered a rabbit? Here are a few questions to ask yourself if you are considering adopting a rabbit: 1. Depending on the age of the rabbit, are you willing to invest up to a 10 year commitment, for the span of his or her life? 2. Rabbits, though small, need a fair amount of space. Do you have an area in your home that the rabbit can move around, get some exercise, and stretch his/her legs? 3. Do you have small child