July 26, 2025

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Lucky the Labrador Nears 1,500-Day Shelter Mark as Hope Fades

California — Lucky, a Labrador Retriever at Ady Gil World Conservation’s Rockin’ Rescue Animal Adoption Center, is closing in on 1,500 days without a home. Rescued from neglect on June 29, 2021, he has spent more than four years waiting for a forever family.
Key challenges:

Needs patient, experienced owners and a home without small children

Requires mental stimulation and trust-building time
Shelter staff warn that the shelter’s bustle gives Lucky too little chance to shine in the average eight-minute visitor interaction. They urge adopters to consider the devoted, intelligent dog who thrives when given “a job to do.”

Jacksonville Pets Seek Forever Homes

Jacksonville, FL — A wave of dogs and cats at five Northeast Florida animal shelters are featured this week in the Florida Times-Union’s Cold Noses column, all hoping for a second chance in a loving home. From energetic Nova and shy JP to mellow Sheryl and playful kitten Mika, each animal brings a unique personality and backstory.

Key adoption details:

View profiles online at coj.net/pets and local shelter Facebook pages

Contact Jacksonville Animal Care & Protective Services and nearby county centers by phone or email

Some dogs, like Jennings with heartworms, are in foster care and ready for specialized homes

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Dachshund Macro Sings to Victory at Cocoa Village Dog Trick Contest

Cocoa Village, FL — Macro, a 15-month-old standard dachshund, stole the show at the fourth annual Magic & Dog Show on July 19 at Magic Dove. Not only did he “sing along” to tunes ranging from Metallica to “Happy Birthday,” he clinched first place in the dog trick competition before a sold-out crowd.

Key highlight: Macro’s owner, Lynn Mammarella Jones, shared his delight as he howled in celebration upon accepting his award. The event raised funds for Low Rider Dachshund Rescue and drew fans of both magic and canine talent.

St. Joseph County Youth Triumph at Michigan 4-H State Awards

St. Joseph County, MI — At Michigan State University’s annual 4-H Exploration Days in June, two members of the Burr Oak 4-H Club stood out among 38 finalists from 15 counties. Taylor Johnson captured the 2025 Michigan 4-H State Award in Junior Companion Animal Science, while Taylor Trattles earned top honors in Junior Swine Science.

Key highlights:

The Michigan 4-H State Award recognizes leadership, project expertise and community involvement across 21 areas.

Three other Burr Oak members—Claire Propst (Beef), Sidney Torrey Long (Swine) and Katelyn Trattles (Rabbit)—also received junior awards.

For more information, visit the Michigan 4-H Awards website.

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Lucky the Labrador Nears 1,500 Days in Shelter—Will You Give Him a Home?