Happy Adoption Tales – Friends of SFACC

March 20225

In March, SFACC had 25 adoptions (13 cats, 9 dogs, 2 rabbits, and 1 guinea pig). In addition, the shelter transferred 188 animals to adoption partners (55 cats, 85 dogs, 34 wildlife, 6 hamsters, 4 rabbits, 2 turtles, and 2 quail). A total of 213 animals got a second chance at a forever home.

Fric and Frac update: “Hello! I just wanted to send a quick message to let you know the boys are settling in well. They barely needed any time at all to decompress, and moved right into the routines part of their journey. Frac has pretty much mastered going outside to go potty. Fric remains a work in progress, but a sweet, cuddly baby all the same (and his fur has almost completely filled in).
Thanks again for all you do! This is them watching dog TV, which they love.”

Cheddar

Choji (formerly known as Manatee) was adopted in July and he’s loving his forever home (and bubbles). “Choji is as spoiled as ever!!”

Provolone

Conure Bernie was adopted in February of last year and Gala was adopted into the same home in August. Their adopter patiently bonded them with great results: “They’re now living happily together in the same cage (when they’re not having out of cage time) and love each other!”

Kermit

Double adoption update! “Dilly and Dally are sister and brother; they were adopted from SFACC a year and a half ago. The brother (now named Elvis with brown paws) is living on a ranch in wine country and the sister (now named Boo with brindle paws) is living in San Francisco. They get together to play at the beach or at the park- always with joyful and dramatic reunions. They are beloved teenagers now and having the very best life.”

Xox with gratitude,
Their families”

February 2025

Puppies Snickers and Fernando went home together. Lots of fun is in store for that happy family!

What a great weekend for guinea pig adoptions! Lenny (pictured) and his fantastic hairdo went home with his new family. And two sets of bonded pairs were also adopted: Anna & Elsa and Caruso & Pavarotti.

Sweet Miss Madeline was adopted Monday and we already got photos of her cuddled in with her new family. That girl likes to snuggle in close!

Adoption update! Handsome brindle boy Barnaby was adopted in April of last year after waiting patiently for 4 months. He may be even more handsome now based on this photo (how is that even possible?!) “Barnaby aka as Barney or Biz says hello to his friends at ACC!”

An update on scrumptious puppy Scrappy (formerly known as Walker): “He’s doing wonderfully! He’s full of energy, cuddles and wonder. He weighs about 13 pounds at 13 weeks. He was 5 pounds and 9 weeks when we got him a month ago! He will be ready to walk on leash by mid-March and we are so thankful to have him.”

Bantum

Bric and Brac were adopted together. Yay!

Cashew and Peanut, a bonded kitten pair, were adopted together. Update from their dad: “So grateful for the new housemates! They are already settled in, purring, playing and cleaning each other.”

Dream

Griffin

Big handsome pup Dax was adopted last June and is loving his forever home, complete with trips to the beach and cuddles with his dog sibling. “He’s seriously the most cuddly loving pup. And at 85 lbs that’s especially adorable. I think he thinks he’s a chihuahua.”

Lil’ Mama

Marlon

Pongo

Little scruffimuffin Hitchhike has caught a ride with her forever family.

Zuko

“Dear Animal Care Staff:

Just wanted to send you an update now that I’m happily ensconced in my new home. My adoptive parents Spencer & Darcy were initially quite shocked by how easily I made myself at home in their Inner Sunset flat.

Just so you know, my name has been changed from Tornado to my dad’s idea of a cute name: Tomato or Tomi for short. But I still take every opportunity I can to tear through the house from one end down a long, long hall to the other end at lightning speed, always taking a high jump onto the sofa up front to finish.

My new parents think they are the bosses, but I know better. They’re at my beck and call all day long: feeding me, playing with me, cleaning my litter box, playing with me, and cuddling with me. So I want to thank you for making this new cushy life possible.

FYI – I was taken to my parents’ fav former vet for an exam; and I passed with flying colors. Dr. Helmer says I don’t have to come by until next year, which was a big relief. She also didn’t charge for the visit, which was mighty kind.

Thank you for the 20% off on toys at Pet Express. I have already gone through two birds on a wand, so this discount has allowed my parents to keep me occupied with my favorite toy day & night. I even carry the wand in my mouth to deposit on their bed reminding them to play even more with me. They’re not exactly young, so this play has been good exercise for them, whether they like it or not.

I hope all the felines residing present & future at ACC have the good luck that I have had. Thank you for your excellent care and comfy facility while I was waiting to find my ideal family.

Lots of licks,
Tomato (aka Tornado)

January 2025

These photos represent some of SFACC’s January adoptions. For more information on adoptions and redemptions, contact the shelter at [email protected].

Rosemary, the last and smallest of the chi Spice pups, has been adopted! Her new name is Sophie.

Papillon mix cutie Wishbone has gone home! He’ll have an SFACC grad brother, Benny (fka Roscoe, adopted in 2019). Happy tails!

Kevin Malone was adopted in November but came back into our care this week. He was just too interested in the resident cat. But we have great news: on his first day being available again, he was adopted! His new name is Buster.

Cowboy’s been adopted. Get along little doggie, all the way to your forever home in Sacramento!

Adoption update! “Happy New Year! It’s been a little while since we adopted Blu (aka Edith) and we wanted to share a little update. We’ve been so in love with our little Blu Bear as she’s more commonly known. She’s been such a sweet girl who loves treats, pets, walks, and more treats. Blu is eager to please and has already learned sit, down, spin, jump, paw, little woof (so we don’t disturb neighbors) and a few other tricks. Most recently she picked up fetch after being thoroughly interested in ball toys for the first 4 months of her time with us. Thank you for taking such good care of our Blu!”

Puppy charmer Walker has been adopted! His new name is Scrappy Doo.

Bonded sister pair Rosa and Anter have been adopted!

Our boy named Sue was adopted his first day available! His lucky new family was waiting to meet him when we opened.

Capri

Chili

Clementine

Finley

Hank

Marvin

Nachos and S’mores were adopted together. Yay!

Tornado

December 2024

Bulbasaur went home! He’s going to be enjoying life with a canine sister.

Adoption update! “We wanted to share an update on our wonderful guinea pigs, Waffles & Ramen, who we adopted from Animal Care & Control this past September. They are still a little shy because – well, guinea pigs! – but they have really warmed up to our family and Ramen will even go nose-to-nose with our 12yo senior pittie. We love feeding them their veggies morning and night and often combine it with cuddles on the couch. They are a lot of work, but their cuteness, adorable noises, and sweet personalities make it worth it!

Thank you so much for everything you do for animals and the humans who love them here in the city!”

Looks like kitten George Michael found his father figure! Next year he’s sure to have great memories of Last Christmas!

Teeny pup Veronica has found her forever home, complete with big canine sibling to show her the ropes.

Scrumptious Sundae has gone home for the holidays (and beyond) with a doxie sibling.

Dainty Dasher has found her forever home and a new name (Mary). She’ll live with her schnauzer sister Grace.

Adoption update! “Wiggle Worm has been adjusting to his new home so well! He has gone in his crate by himself to rest but mostly likes our laps. He has been playing fetch and eating well. He is using the puppy pad and letting us know when he needs to go outside. He’s such a good boy! He’s so so sweet and happy. He loves playing with toys and getting lots of yummy snacks! Thank you so much for taking such good care of him.”

Sweet puppy boy Huey went home with his new family yesterday. They sent us an update: “He’s such a good boy. He’s in his crate completely content already. We love him!”

Crayola

Jax, formerly Honey

Scamper

Tiny Tim

November 2024

Alfie

After waiting for two months, big-eared puppy boy Arlo has gone home!

Adoption update! Recently Babe (now Maggie) was adopted. She’s loving snuggling and hanging out with her new family.

Volunteer Mona, adopted her new canine companion Bizzi. She will be living with two feline friends.

Adoption update for Chuco (formerly known as Duke Silver). This velvety hunk has settled right into his forever home and is snuggling away.

Daisy

Emmy

Orange tabby gem Fritz (now Felix) was recently adopted by one of our cat volunteers. He was shy and scared when he arrived at the shelter, but came out of his shell with the help of visits by our volunteers. “My partner and I adopted Felix last week, and thanks to volunteers’ amazing work with him, he adjusted so quickly and is thriving in his new home! He’s curious, cuddly, playful, I’m so lucky to have him in my life.