Adopt A Pet From Jackson Area Shelters: See New Dogs, Cats & More
Want to add to your family and make a positive impact on the Jackson community at the same time? Maybe it's the right time to adopt a pet! During the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many facilities in the Jackson area are still working to find forever homes for dozens of cats, dogs and other adorable critters coming through.
There are thousands of dogs, cats and other animals of all ages without a home throughout Mississippi — and many of them are located not too far from you. For those looking to adopt, a great place to begin your search for your new fur child is at Jackson Friends Of Animal Shelter, where Bentley the dog is waiting patiently, or another local animal shelter. If you aren't sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed in appropriate homes.
If you need some help in your search, Patch and Petfinder have you covered. We round up a list each week of all the pets recently put up for adoption in your area. If you're a dog person, you might like Heartly, a Pit Bull Terrier up for adoption. Or if cats are more your thing, there are several great cats available, too. Click on any listing for more information, or to start the adoption process.
Editor’s note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. Please report any errors or other feedback to content@patch.com.
Heartly
Name: Heartly
Species: Dog
Location: Cheshire Abbey, P.O. Box 16330, Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier
Good With: Dogs
Description: "Meet Heartly! This pretty girl is about 5-6, weighs 40 pounds. She is spayed, up to date with vaccines and..." Learn more
Chica
Name: Chica
Species: Dog
Location: Jackson Friends Of Animal Shelter, 140 Outer Circle, Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Black Labrador Retriever Shar-Pei Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "This happy and goofy girl is Chica. She loves treats and to give kisses. She is our versatile girl who..." Learn more
Bentley
Name: Bentley
Species: Dog
Location: Jackson Friends Of Animal Shelter, 140 Outer Circle, Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Black Labrador Retriever
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "Bentley is more of a mellow, snuggly type. He is a stocky fella who prefers meandering walks and has perfected..." Learn more
Sunny
Name: Sunny
Species: Dog
Location: Jackson Friends Of Animal Shelter, 140 Outer Circle, Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Carolina Dog Shepherd Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "Miss Sunny is the belly rub queen! She knows just how to use those big brown eyes to get you..." Learn more
Brody
Name: Brody
Species: Dog
Location: Jackson Friends Of Animal Shelter, 140 Outer Circle, Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, German Shepherd Dog
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "Brody is a happy and playful fellow. He is a big, young boy and is super excited to meet anybody..." Learn more
Savannah
Name: Savannah
Species: Dog
Location: Jackson Friends Of Animal Shelter, 140 Outer Circle, Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Black Labrador Retriever
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "Sweet Savannah and her sister Trixie are only around 4 months old. They are looking for their forever home and..." Learn more
Trixie
Name: Trixie
Species: Dog
Location: Jackson Friends Of Animal Shelter, 140 Outer Circle, Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Black Labrador Retriever
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "Sweet Trixie and her sister Savannah are only around 4 months old. They are looking for their forever home and..." Learn more
Harriet
Name: Harriet
Species: Dog
Location: Jackson Friends Of Animal Shelter, 140 Outer Circle, Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Labrador Retriever
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "Harriet is truly one loyal and loving lady. While she might seem shy at first, within minutes of meeting her,..." Learn more
Sweet Pea
Name: Sweet Pea
Species: Dog
Location: Jackson Friends Of Animal Shelter, 123, Jxn, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Border Collie Labrador Retriever Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "*Sweet Pea is listed as a good samaritan post to help her find a new forever home. She is not..." Learn more
Wilson
Name: Wilson
Species: Dog
Location: Animal Rescue Fund Of Ms, Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Spaniel
Description: "rescued from the Jackson city pound." Learn more
Half Pint
Name: Half Pint
Species: Dog
Location: Mississippi Animal Rescue League Marl, 5221 Greenway Drive Ext, Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Chihuahua
Description: "Half Pint is still available for adoption! She is the sweetest, and we can't believe she hasn't been adopted yet...." Learn more
Rey
Name: Rey
Species: Dog
Location: Community Animal Rescue And Adoption Inc Cara, 960 N. Flag Chapel Rd., Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Female, Labrador Retriever Boxer Mix
Description: "Rey was surrendered by her owner because his landlord no longer allowed pets. She is very sweet and loves humans..." Learn more
Zinnia
Name: Zinnia
Species: Cat
Location: Community Animal Rescue And Adoption Inc Cara, 960 N. Flag Chapel Rd., Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Zinnia was brought in as a stray wandering an apartment complex. Surprisingly, she was never claimed and is now up..." Learn more
Walle
Name: Walle
Species: Cat
Location: Community Animal Rescue And Adoption Inc Cara, 960 N. Flag Chapel Rd., Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Kylo
Name: Kylo
Species: Dog
Location: Community Animal Rescue And Adoption Inc Cara, 960 N. Flag Chapel Rd., Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair Boxer Mix
Description: "Dog friendly, knows ""sit"", former owner says he's house trained but he had to rehome Kylo because of his landlord." Learn more
Clint
Name: Clint
Species: Dog
Location: Community Animal Rescue And Adoption Inc Cara, 960 N. Flag Chapel Rd., Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Labrador Retriever
Tennison
Name: Tennison
Species: Dog
Location: Community Animal Rescue And Adoption Inc Cara, 960 N. Flag Chapel Rd., Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Female, Mixed Breed
Duncan
Name: Duncan
Species: Dog
Location: Community Animal Rescue And Adoption Inc Cara, 960 N. Flag Chapel Rd., Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Affenpinscher
Sheba
Name: Sheba
Species: Dog
Location: Community Animal Rescue And Adoption Inc Cara, 960 N. Flag Chapel Rd., Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Cane Corso
Rae
Name: Rae
Species: Dog
Location: Community Animal Rescue And Adoption Inc Cara, 960 N. Flag Chapel Rd., Jackson, MS
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Female, Labrador Retriever
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