May 2020

In May, SFACC had 63 virtual adoptions: 47 cats & kittens, 12 guinea pigs, and 4 dogs!

A Special Update About a Cat Named Calder…
“I have always been a cat lover. My husband Paul loved cats, but didn’t want to have one for fear of tripping over it. (He had some balance issues and was very conservative regarding safety!). In 2013, Paul started having significant balance issues which evolved into mobility issues and other neurological problems. Over time, things progressed and ultimately, Paul was in a wheelchair. After a visit by friends who had a sweet dog who stayed very close to Paul for the whole visit, it dawned on me that there was no longer a tripping issue!! I talked with Paul about getting a cat, finally asking “what would happen if a cat appeared in our apartment?” and he said “Well, I guess we’d have a cat!” So lickity split, off I went to SFACC. (May 4th, 2017)

I was looking for a specific orange cat, and on our way to see it, the SFACC volunteer introduced me to Marco, saying he was a sweet, friendly cat. And he was indeed…immediately brushed up against my leg and let me pick him up. Sweet boy. But I needed to see the orange cat. And I did…but there was no connection. Back to Marco. Sweet wonderful boy and I knew he was our new kitty. He is a silver tabby with lovely markings, and the friend who came with me said he looked like an impressionist painting. Thinking of artist’s names, Calder seemed to fit, and that was it.

I brought him home, introduced him to Paul, and got Calder settled in a small room. They had told me to keep him in a small space to acclimate and slowly introduce him to the whole house. And, that he’d let us know when he wanted to do that. Well, it didn’t take long!! After a couple of exploratory trips out, he told us loud and clear that it was time. That evening, he snuggled up to us on the sofa and slept with us that night.

Calder was an incredible gift to Paul, who quickly became his best buddy, snuggling up to him in his chair, in bed…wherever Paul was, there was Calder. Paul’s health continued to deteriorate, and he died in November, 2018. Calder actually went into mourning for a year… Cats mourn too. Calder has been the best companion to me in my own mourning process…staying close, snuggling in next to me, day and night. I am so grateful for him.

Calder is a character…people friendly, quite talented at tossing and catching catnip mice, insists on a (very) early breakfast, and his favorite plaything is paper. He is quite dapper and enjoys sporting a bow tie or hat now and then…and is also one of the sounded sleepers I’ve ever met. I love this boy and am so grateful to him and to SF ACC for bringing us together.

Thank you for all the good work SF ACC does, and for all the love stories it creates.”

Sweet Pickles has some exciting news to share: she’s a big sister! Pickles loves her new baby; she runs to check on him when he makes any little peep. The family says that she has brought so much love and light to them. Congratulations Pickles! And thank you to her awesome adoptive family welcoming her into their family. (A big thank you to Boise Bully Breed Rescue for helping Pickles find her family by taking her into your adoption network.)

Handsome bun boy Hop is living life to the fullest: “He has been exploring and trying to befriend our cat. Hop has also gone to the beach, (we kept him away from dogs and watched him carefully, also he was on a full body leash, not just neck leash). He is doing super well and has been trying different kinds of greens, his favorite so far are parsley and he loves sweet potatoes, but we don’t give him much sweet potato because it isn’t that nutritious.”

Welcome home Dante! This gray cutie has found a furrever home with comfy laps and paper bags to explore!

Chrissy has ears for days and a forever home! She’s a foster win and has an adorable new name, Bertie (and check out that precious cable knit sweater). Congratulations!

Sweet pup Tenaya (was Pineapple) found her forever home! She’s one of our virtual adoptions and is now feeling cozy and loved in her new home. Tenaya has even found a new favorite place to lie surrounded by soft greenery in her new yard!

“My husband and I adopted Miller from the ACC in November of 2016. He was 7 months old. He’s quite dog-like for a cat and is king of the household. He brings us so much joy and even has his own Facebook Page, Miller the kitty! He’s so affectionate and fun and is king of the household.”

Jack and Beatrice are off to their new home together. Yay!

Arya and Cloud are a purrfect pair in their furrever home together.

Yay for Shaka, another virtual adoption!

Mia (was Holly) pupdate! She was adopted from us in December 2019 as a 4-month-old pup. She’s as cute as ever and loving life.

So this adoption happened through Muttville, after ACC grad GRACIE got the best social media selfie introduction with new mom, Leeann. This Irish wolfhound with a puppy-like personality is ready to be queen of the backyard and conqueror of all 38-inch-high counter tops. Congrats to her new family! 

Cardi Brie

“It’s been almost 5 years now that we’ve had our darling Lilliputian (formerly Clementine). Lilli continues to bring us joy, she’s been an extra blessing while being at home during this pandemic. Thank you, ACC, you all are the best.”

POKEY’s JOURNEY…SFACC Animal Care Attendant, Kathryn Jones drove one of our dogs, Pokey, out to a Boise Bully Breed hand-off. (The Idaho rescue org has been a great partner in adopting out ACC dogs and picking them up at halfway points like Reno.) “Pokey held it down with us at SFACC since before the SIP and he did great on his trip today! He couldn’t quite figure out what the deal with snow was, but he’ll get there. Boise just texted me to let me know he’s settled in for the night, officially as an Idaho spud.” It didn’t take too long before Pokey was adopted by a wonderful family. He’s now known as Biggie and his mom Stephanie reports, “Yep, he is with us for life. He seems to be happy at our house. The cats are warming up, he’s great with our daughter, always wants to play, rarely barks… everything is great. His farts are straight from he** but we can manage. Thank you so much for helping us get Biggie into our family.”

It’s a cliché because it’s true: it takes a village. Big(gie) thank yous to Kathryn with SFACC for coordinating the intake and driving Pokey; BBBR Transport Coordinator Elizabeth for organizing Pokey’s transport; BBBR trainer Lou for facilitating the kitty intro; and BBBR Foster/Adopter Coordinator Ashley for facilitating the adoption.

Shakespeare adopted!

Beautiful Marnie has found her forever home. Congratulations!

“This is Louis, formerly known as Rigatoni, from a pasta themed litter in December of 2018/January 2019. Louis is the biggest goofball. Loves his fellow dog friends and humans! We love him dearly. Thank you SFACC!”

“We’ve had Delilah for over two weeks now and we all love her. We wanted to let know all know she is doing fabulous. She is such a smart, and sassy kitty who knows her name and comes when you call her. She has a wonderful, curious, and loving personality and do you know she is already litter box trained. She spends time with everyone in the house including Tippy. Just yesterday, we were playing with a dancing ribbon and I had the wand, Delilah had the bottom of the ribbon and Tippy had the middle. It was so cute to see them playing together. She eats like a champ and I can tell she is growing every day. She loves to play with all of her toys and we find them all over the house. Every night she goes from room to room until she decides who she’s sleeping with.

Another great puppy adoption! Milo (was Specs) is so happy with his new family. He has a personal set of stairs to reach his new bed that he shares with his parents. He also perfectly sits on command. Congratulations!

ACC alum Opal (was Tippy) didn’t get the memo that toilet paper hoarding is so last month. Opal spends her days at the Clement Nursery in SF (the owner adopted her).

Happy adoption news! Kona’s (formerly Tucker) family is over the moon with their new fur baby. Kona had his first bath over the weekend and did really well. What a good boy!

In May SFACC had 63 virtual adoptions: 47 cats & kittens, 12 guinea pigs, and 4 dogs!

A Special Update About a Cat Named Calder…
“I have always been a cat lover. My husband Paul loved cats, but didn’t want to have one for fear of tripping over it. (He had some balance issues and was very conservative regarding safety!). In 2013, Paul started having significant balance issues which evolved into mobility issues and other neurological problems. Over time, things progressed and ultimately, Paul was in a wheelchair. After a visit by friends who had a sweet dog who stayed very close to Paul for the whole visit, it dawned on me that there was no longer a tripping issue!! I talked with Paul about getting a cat, finally asking “what would happen if a cat appeared in our apartment?” and he said “Well, I guess we’d have a cat!” So lickity split, off I went to SFACC. (May 4th, 2017)

I was looking for a specific orange cat, and on our way to see it, the SFACC volunteer introduced me to Marco, saying he was a sweet, friendly cat. And he was indeed…immediately brushed up against my leg and let me pick him up. Sweet boy. But I needed to see the orange cat. And I did…but there was no connection. Back to Marco. Sweet wonderful boy and I knew he was our new kitty. He is a silver tabby with lovely markings, and the friend who came with me said he looked like an impressionist painting. Thinking of artist’s names, Calder seemed to fit, and that was it.

I brought him home, introduced him to Paul, and got Calder settled in a small room. They had told me to keep him in a small space to acclimate and slowly introduce him to the whole house. And, that he’d let us know when he wanted to do that. Well, it didn’t take long!! After a couple of exploratory trips out, he told us loud and clear that it was time. That evening, he snuggled up to us on the sofa and slept with us that night.

Calder was an incredible gift to Paul, who quickly became his best buddy, snuggling up to him in his chair, in bed…wherever Paul was, there was Calder. Paul’s health continued to deteriorate, and he died in November, 2018. Calder actually went into mourning for a year… Cats mourn too. Calder has been the best companion to me in my own mourning process…staying close, snuggling in next to me, day and night. I am so grateful for him.

Calder is a character…people friendly, quite talented at tossing and catching catnip mice, insists on a (very) early breakfast, and his favorite plaything is paper. He is quite dapper and enjoys sporting a bow tie or hat now and then…and is also one of the sounded sleepers I’ve ever met. I love this boy and am so grateful to him and to SF ACC for bringing us together.

Thank you for all the good work SF ACC does, and for all the love stories it creates.”

Sweet Pickles has some exciting news to share: she’s a big sister! Pickles loves her new baby; she runs to check on him when he makes any little peep. The family says that she has brought so much love and light to them. Congratulations Pickles! And thank you to her awesome adoptive family welcoming her into their family. (A big thank you to Boise Bully Breed Rescue for helping Pickles find her family by taking her into your adoption network.)

Handsome bun boy Hop is living life to the fullest: “He has been exploring and trying to befriend our cat. Hop has also gone to the beach, (we kept him away from dogs and watched him carefully, also he was on a full body leash, not just neck leash). He is doing super well and has been trying different kinds of greens, his favorite so far are parsley and he loves sweet potatoes, but we don’t give him much sweet potato because it isn’t that nutritious.”

Welcome home Dante! This gray cutie has found a furrever home with comfy laps and paper bags to explore!

Chrissy has ears for days and a forever home! She’s a foster win and has an adorable new name, Bertie (and check out that precious cable knit sweater). Congratulations!

Sweet pup Tenaya (was Pineapple) found her forever home! She’s one of our virtual adoptions and is now feeling cozy and loved in her new home. Tenaya has even found a new favorite place to lie surrounded by soft greenery in her new yard!

“My husband and I adopted Miller from the ACC in November of 2016. He was 7 months old. He’s quite dog-like for a cat and is king of the household. He brings us so much joy and even has his own Facebook Page, Miller the kitty! He’s so affectionate and fun and is king of the household.”

Jack and Beatrice are off to their new home together. Yay!

Arya and Cloud are a purrfect pair in their furrever home together.

Yay for Shaka, another virtual adoption!

Mia (was Holly) pupdate! She was adopted from us in December 2019 as a 4-month-old pup. She’s as cute as ever and loving life.

So this adoption happened through Muttville, after ACC grad GRACIE got the best social media selfie introduction with new mom, Leeann. This Irish wolfhound with a puppy-like personality is ready to be queen of the backyard and conqueror of all 38-inch-high counter tops. Congrats to her new family! 

Cardi Brie

“It’s been almost 5 years now that we’ve had our darling Lilliputian (formerly Clementine). Lilli continues to bring us joy, she’s been an extra blessing while being at home during this pandemic. Thank you, ACC, you all are the best.”

POKEY’s JOURNEY…SFACC Animal Care Attendant, Kathryn Jones drove one of our dogs, Pokey, out to a Boise Bully Breed hand-off. (The Idaho rescue org has been a great partner in adopting out ACC dogs and picking them up at halfway points like Reno.) “Pokey held it down with us at SFACC since before the SIP and he did great on his trip today! He couldn’t quite figure out what the deal with snow was, but he’ll get there. Boise just texted me to let me know he’s settled in for the night, officially as an Idaho spud.” It didn’t take too long before Pokey was adopted by a wonderful family. He’s now known as Biggie and his mom Stephanie reports, “Yep, he is with us for life. He seems to be happy at our house. The cats are warming up, he’s great with our daughter, always wants to play, rarely barks… everything is great. His farts are straight from he** but we can manage. Thank you so much for helping us get Biggie into our family.”

It’s a cliché because it’s true: it takes a village. Big(gie) thank yous to Kathryn with SFACC for coordinating the intake and driving Pokey; BBBR Transport Coordinator Elizabeth for organizing Pokey’s transport; BBBR trainer Lou for facilitating the kitty intro; and BBBR Foster/Adopter Coordinator Ashley for facilitating the adoption.

Shakespeare adopted!

Beautiful Marnie has found her forever home. Congratulations!

“This is Louis, formerly known as Rigatoni, from a pasta themed litter in December of 2018/January 2019. Louis is the biggest goofball. Loves his fellow dog friends and humans! We love him dearly. Thank you SFACC!”

“We’ve had Delilah for over two weeks now and we all love her. We wanted to let know all know she is doing fabulous. She is such a smart, and sassy kitty who knows her name and comes when you call her. She has a wonderful, curious, and loving personality and do you know she is already litter box trained. She spends time with everyone in the house including Tippy. Just yesterday, we were playing with a dancing ribbon and I had the wand, Delilah had the bottom of the ribbon and Tippy had the middle. It was so cute to see them playing together. She eats like a champ and I can tell she is growing every day. She loves to play with all of her toys and we find them all over the house. Every night she goes from room to room until she decides who she’s sleeping with.

Another great puppy adoption! Milo (was Specs) is so happy with his new family. He has a personal set of stairs to reach his new bed that he shares with his parents. He also perfectly sits on command. Congratulations!

ACC alum Opal (was Tippy) didn’t get the memo that toilet paper hoarding is so last month. Opal spends her days at the Clement Nursery in SF (the owner adopted her).

Happy adoption news! Kona’s (formerly Tucker) family is over the moon with their new fur baby. Kona had his first bath over the weekend and did really well. What a good boy!

April 2020

Foster Win: Playful Lady has a permanent home with her foster family!

Louisa‘s adopter sent an update: “She’s slowly coming out of her shell and getting comfortable in the apartment. She tends to hide under the bed during the day, but she can sometimes be coaxed out with treats. At night she’s super playful (and loud!). We’re working on getting her sleep patterns more aligned with ours with regular feedings, evening playtime, and good old-fashioned earplugs! She gets more outgoing every day, and I’m sure she’ll be running the place in no time. I’m so happy to have her!”

A wonderful group adoption: All three of our pigeons, Marzipan, Fondant and Sabah, have found a home together, where they’ll be living with another bird, Sophie, who survived being shot with a BB. “Sophie and Sabah have become great friends! Sabah chases Marzi and Fondant off if they’re bothering Sophie. We found out that Sabah is actually 11 years old. Her band says she was born in 2009! The birds are lovely additions to our family, thank you so much! “

A purrfect Happy Tails update! Autumn and Harvest (previously known as Princess & Rusty) were adopted on 9/28/19 and are doing great: “we’re all glad to be together during the Shelter in Place!”

“Juneau, formerly known as Marsha Mellow, is doing great! She’s been learning a lot from her new big sister Juliet and there is a hilarious big sister/little sister vibe between them. She has taken well to crate training and is learning some sign language commands for sit and good girl. Follow their adventures on Instagram @juneau_and_juliet”

Sweet Gwendolyn was adopted by a lovely family with an adorable little girl ready to shower her with love and affection!

“I adopted Pablo and Smokey almost five years ago from ACC at Pet Food Express. They were a bonded pair of kitten brothers and they have been glued to each other ever since. They love to play, cuddle, and sleep together. My favorite is when they jump on the toaster together to warm their butts each morning after the toast is made. I’m a dog walking volunteer at ACC but that doesn’t mean I’m not in love with the best cats in the world!”

Cutie pie Ewok was adopted a year ago next month! He’s enjoying spending quality time with his family and copying one of his all-time favorite basket players, Steph Curry, with his raw hide. His adopter says “Thank you all for everything! Ewok been the best addition to our family.”

Triple update: “Florence (left) was adopted from ACC in August 2018. She had been abandoned in Stern Grove. She is a big girl! Rizzo (middle) and Sandy (right) were bonded and adopted together from ACC about 6 weeks later when they were 4 and 5 months old. Rizzo was a runt but she has gotten perfectly chubby and is super-fast when doing zoomies around the cage. They are the one consistent part of life in SIP. They still squeal like clockwork for their veggies (no alarm clock needed) and they are enjoying more treats now that mom is around during the day.”

Handsome hunk Dermot has found his forever home!

Guinea pig cutie Guinness went home with his new family today! This is the first pet for new brother Nikko, but mom Annia has had guinea pigs all her life.

Kingsley Albus, formally known as Prince Harry, came into a household already full of fur children and a human one too. We have all been waiting excitedly to meet him: two moms, one small child, one cat, two dogs and 65, 7th grade students (who helped to name him)! At first meet, he was curious about the puppy, who wanted to give licks, and the old lady dog, who didn’t care at all. Then came time to meet Dean, an older guy who was rather grumpy at first. The first night was rough, similar to bringing a new child home from the hospital! We thought he needed space, so we gave him his own room. But he decided that wasn’t going to work, and opened the door himself. In fact, he managed to get out of a bedroom, the bathroom and the bedroom again. Kingsley was not to be contained. So one of the two moms decided to sleep with him on the couch that night, while the other mom and fur children slept in the bedroom, and the human child slept in her own. Most of the night he cried, bounded about, and explored, often jumping up to see the human and get cuddles. …The next day, he had fully moved in but was still feeling a bit shy. He spent some time under the couch, but eventually came out and explored more. On Sunday, he didn’t go under the couch at all and was ready to nap in sight and share his treats with his new kitty brother!

Sweet senior Aria has been adopted!

Sammy was one of our first virtual adoptions!

“My partner and I adopted Goose (formerly Stormy) and Tilda (formerly Josephine) 9 months ago on 7/22/19. Goose and Tilda are so affectionate and adorable and love each other very much. They have been a wonderful addition to our family and we feel very lucky to have found them. Thanks so much ACC!!”

“Here is Mimi – I got her from ACC @ Pet Food Express in March 2017 at 1yr 8mo. of age. Here is her first pic at home: First night she investigated the whole apartment…. ran up and down the hallway and the look on her face was like “This is all mine?!?!” (mind you I only have a one bedroom and her history was not known or disclosed) She was super stoked!
She is goofy, sweet and super playful. Is extremely good at playing catch (and brings it back!) she takes the “sport'” very seriously and we can play for like a solid 30 min at a time!
She’s a lady who knows what she wants and is very vocal about it. And when it gets dark out she is the first to snuggle right beside me or cuddle under the covers. Adopting her was one of the best things I could ever do! She’s a joy!”

Nietzsche the MotoCat is a world traveling adventure cat and SFACC alum who now lives in Spain! Always dressed for a formal occasion, Nietzsche loves to explore and cuddle. You can follow Nietzsche on Instagram: @nietzsche_motocat

Heijro has been adopted! His new name is Bruno and he looks super comfy cozy with his new sister! 

Gorgeous Sky has found her forever home, where she’s looking quite comfy and happy!

March 2020

In March 2020, 52 animals found new forever homes!

Here is Chauncey! Chauncey was adopted from us in February of 2007. He celebrated his 20th Birthday and his 14th gotcha adoption day.

kitten Powder Puff, now named Marshmallow, was adopted! Powder Puff came into the shelter as a tiny bottle feeding baby and has grown into a beautiful healthy kitten thanks to a Toni’s Kitty Rescue foster home. 

Fruity Pebbles has gone home! She’s going to get to go to work with her new parents!

Fluffy kitten Possum has been adopted! It’s a major upgrade from the car engine he was found in!

Sweet kittens Greta and Bert went home together.

Bobart the rabbit was also adopted March 1st.

Cory will be his guardians’ first dog! They will be living in Manteca with a beautiful pool, jacuzzi and plenty of room in their backyard.

Timid kitten Opie went home with a wonderful adopter with a quiet household. She is going to spoil him and help him become a super confident cat!

Ramona (L) with Cory in the SFACC yard

A triple ACC alumni update and all in black and white!
“We adopted Shadow (then Badger) on March 28. 2015. Here’s an updated photo 5 years later. Both the kid and the dog grew. For good measure, here are our kitties, also from you. Adopted 10/31/2013. They were Daisy and Daphne, now Iris and Isis.”

 “Just wanted to say thank you & update about my adopted kitten. I adopted Silverton (then named Wendy) this January at 5 months old. I love her so much she’s been the most amazing kitten, mellow, loves to cuddle and lick my hair when I’m sleeping, and is so perfectly well behaved. I couldn’t have asked for a better cat! Thank you all so much! I always recommend you for people to adopt from! Thanks again for such a wonderful addition to my life!”

Sweet senior Bella was adopted to a wonderful young woman today, who wanted a quiet companion to come home to at the end of the day! She is so in love with her and they are going to be so happy together!

Wee chi guy Jimmy was adopted just a couple of weeks ago and he’s already settled in with his new pack! His adopters report “Jimmy is fitting in with our 2 dogs. He is such a love bug.”

Evie

KitKat

Lorelai

Luke

Olivia

Foster win! Senior bob-tailed sweetie Oreo has found her forever home: with her fosters. Lots of playing and couch snoozing is in her future. Congratulations!

Taffy

Tiger went to Grateful Dogs Rescue!

February 2020

Sweet Ava is adopted!!!
We’re so happy to congratulate Boise Bully Breed Rescue adopter Jenna for choosing Ava as her new adventure mate! Jenna reports Ava is settling in wonderfully and Ava is a big cuddle bug. These ladies are about to have so many fun memories together!
Ava is an ACC grad who was at the shelter for months and then transported by ACC dog vol. Chloe Jager to Reno where she was met by a BBBR volunteer and brought to Boise for a change of scene, where she has been adopted at last.
A big thank you to BBBR peeps: Transport Coordinator Elizabeth for coordinating Ava’s transfer to rescue; Home Inspector Joan for completing the home visit; and Volunteers Matt and Kelly for introducing Ava to Jenna. And thank you BBBR Foster/Adoption Coordinator Ashley for facilitating the adoption!

Here’s a recent update from Jenna… “Just thought I’d give you an update! Mildred “Millie” is loving her new home! She comes more and more out of her shell every day! She’s a huge cuddler, likes walks (although the cold morning pre-work walks aren’t her fav), and her most favorite pass-time is to sit at the window and watch squirrels. She also loves her sister Butter (the blonde dog in the pics) and is learning that unfortunately play time isn’t 24-7. I love her so much and am so happy that she never again has so spend time alone in a shelter in a kennel, instead she can cozy up with one of her many blankets throughout her house. Thank you so much for running such a great organization, hope you enjoy the pictures!” 

Tiny adopted.

Luna Star adopted after available for one day!

We had a visit from Chuy (was Malcolm) and his dad. He’s such a good boy and we were thrilled to see him!

Happy trails update! Orange tabby gent George was adopted in July of last year from our Pet Food Express adoption center (his name was Oliver). He’s as handsome as ever and enjoys his toys and lots of love!

Larry has his own Instagram page…finally! Yep.

Sasha was adopted in July from our Pet Food Express adoption center, when she was a kitten named Daisy. “She’s a chatty, quirky, and very sweet cat. I’m happy to have her.”

Small animal celebration: One mouse (Prune) and three guinea pigs (Pushkin, Dostoyevsky, and Cowboy), plus a parakeet (not shown) were all adopted on the same day!

Cooper was available for all of 30 minutes before his new dad, and his doggie brother who he adopted from ARF, scooped him up.

Pita just got adopted by a new dog volunteer. She just couldn’t resist! So Pita will be staying in the ACC family.

Big boy Thomas is settling in quite nicely in his new home. He is living the life and has a wonderful dog sister Marlee to play with. They’re like two peas in a pod.

A happy reunion story. This couple came in to meet some birds after their parakeet was lost and they’d been unable to find her. Who did they see in our small animals room? Their lost parakeet, Sparkles, who’d been brought in as a stray and was very happy to see them!

Nikita might look grumpy, but she was very happy to go home with her new sister!

Cutie pie Jimmy (in the middle) went home with two brother dogs who got along great with Jimmy. Dad is smitten, and roommate is thrilled to have a new housemate! 

Check out Luigi’s new family; this boy was another ACC graduate adopted after a transfer to Boise. He is one lucky dog and looks so happy. We thank the Boise Bully Breed Rescue group for taking some of our pitties up to the country where they are getting great homes!

Volunteer Victory! A sweet adoption love story for Remus, who was adopted by ACC volunteer Spencer Rennerfeldt. She fell in love with his charming, drooling personality while walking him, taking him on field trips, and hanging out in his kennel. Remus did his share of purring and giving it right back, and he knew he had it made when she took him home. Now we’re getting lovely updates from Spencer…

“It’s been a couple weeks and I wanted to share an update about our favorite chocolate hippo, Remus!! Since leaving the shelter, this boy’s personality has continued to shine, and he continues to show me how wonderful and perfect and hilarious he is. He has happily made 4 new doggy friends so far, met and been adored by my friends and family members, and gotten to explore many new neighborhoods. He is perfectly patient and calm out in the world and happy to lay at his people’s feet while they eat a meal on a restaurant patio, even in crazy busy neighborhoods like the Mission with so many interesting things going by. His favorite game is chase, and he got such intense zoomies once that he picked a pumpkin from the garden and ran around with it. He wants only to be near you and receive his cuddles and snore and drool right in your face. He is just the most perfect boy and I couldn’t be happier. ”

We’ve had a great Caturday of cat adoptions: Bella, bonded pair Lilicoy and Taylor, Miss Whiskers and some kittens have all been adopted! …Sweet teenage kitten boy Pepper has gone home! He’ll have a new cat sibling.

Jax just went home with his new mom who works at Pet Camp.

Tabby charmer Comet has gone home with his new mom, traveling in an excellent cat carrier backpack!

“She was a rescue from the SFACC five years ago; she was named Ruby but we changed her name to Bailey and she is a big part of our family. Love her lots.”

Happy Tails! Update from an ACC alum named Rigby (formerly Jet). Her adopters say, “We adopted Jet (A431448) this past July. She’s such a sweet girl who loooooves all other dogs, camping, hiking, and snuggling. She lives with us up in Sonoma.”

Cutie pie bonded pair Bogart & Ernie went home today! Congratulations!

Long-time resident senior has been adopted. Hooray! She’s joined a home with another senior cat who’s missing his recently departed senior cat buddy!

January 2020

In January, SFACC adopted out 73 cats, 18 dogs, and 26 small animals, and transferred 175 animals to rescue organizations for a grand total of 291!

Sweet Nelly and her family were reunited after 6 months! Nelly was brought to SFACC and a microchip allowed the shelter to contact the owner in a matter of minutes. Their dog had been lost in SF, and they had moved to Nevada. When they heard that Nelly was here and safe, they jumped in the car and made it in 3 hours. Moral of the story is that it’s so important to register your pet’s microchip, and keep the contact information current. The owners did that. The reunion was amazing!

Lupin (formerly known as Patty) was adopted in January 2019 and is enjoying her forever home! Here she’s modeling a Korean traditional costume.

Low-riding cutie Jack Jack was recently adopted we already have an update. His name is now Morty – short for Mortadella and he’s clearly settling/snuggling in.

“We met and adopted Einstein (a German Shepard puppy SFACC shelter had rescued last August) and he is a joy and a wonderful dog. Einstein is much loved and my entire family is very grateful for him. We will stop in to say hi one of these days soon. He just weighed in at 80 lbs (we think is is nearly 8 months old). His temperament is wonderful, amazing actually and he is also quite handsome. Thanks for all you do. Here’re two photos: one at the park and one with my daughter and granddaughter the other day.”

A happy update, complete with some amazing refrigerator modeling! “This is Siouxsie (@siouxsieisabanshee). I adopted her in August from ACC when she was named “Jessica Aguirre.” She was found alone in Candlestick Park and now she’s a spoiled little lady living in the Richmond District!”

Sir Thomas has been adopted!

One of our longest residents, Morrison the bun, found his forever home today! Congratulations!

Kitty was adopted last week and we already got an update “Just wanted to show handsome Kitty all settled in to his new home. We brought him home Sunday and he settled in immediately and gets along with his new sister (the black lab). He’s been so friendly and a total purr machine!
Thanks to the team for helping us bring him home!”

Alegria, a long-time pittie resident has been adopted!

A pigeon adoption update, complete with an impressive collection of pigeon pants! … “I adopted Sophia the pigeon in August of 2016 on a bit of a whim, and it was the best decision I’ve ever made. She’s the sweetest, most darling little companion and I’m just so thankful that I just happened across her the way that I did.” (The adopter volunteers with our partner Palomacy Pigeon and Dove Rescue (pigeonrescue.org)!

 “A couple of weeks ago, I adopted a very timid kitten named Harlow.
Just want you all to see that he is quite happy in his new home albeit still a bit shy. If something scares him, he hides–but for less than a minute and then he’s out exploring what bothered him in the first place. We don’t have much of a view out the window, but they love the sun and each other.
Thank you for allowing me to bring him home.”
…Harlow also has a canine big sister adopted from ACC in 2017!

Billy the French bulldog adopted!

Sheru the Golden Retriever pup was so popular, he was adopted through a careful lottery process at SFACC.

Little Scooter adopted!

Sweet Jeannie adopted!

Pretty pittie Plum adopted!

Handsome Dexter (was Daxter) was adopted from us a year ago, in January of 2019. He’s living his best life, full of love and fun, and looking fantastic while doing it!

Malcolm (formerly Mohawk) is an ACC grad who went to Muttville and is headed home with David and Mary and dog brother Bruce to Pacifica where he will join their blended family that includes 5 children! He will be hanging out with David at work during the day and enjoy hikes and camping with the family.

Connie and Roland had been checking Muttville’s website daily to find just the right mutt. They saw ACC grad Chadwick and wanted to meet him right away. After some quality time together they knew he was the one! Off to Daly City they go for snuggles and adventures! Thank you to Muttville for taking so many of our senior dogs.

Transport angels SFACC volunteer Terri (L) and Boise Bully Breed Rescue Jasmine (R) brought Luigi to Idaho to give him a change of scene and more adoption exposure…Thank you SFACC staff member Kathryn Jones for arranging everything. Good luck, Luigi!

Adopted Blue Lacy pup, now named Selkie, is off to a great start in her new home: “She’s doing great and we are excited for our future adventures!
We’re moving back to the farm where we’ve lived before to manage my kid’s allergies that unexpectedly cropped up after having lived with other dogs, but never a puppy who likes to be a lap dog with kisses. So, we’ll have a dander-free area that can be closed off as well as 40+ acres of farm and forest with two other families with dogs, cats, and various livestock. She’s met all the critters – and has done exceptional all around, even the toddler who she approaches on her belly very gently.
We have a trainer who’s working with us – specifically with her & my kid together as part of a homeschool project that we’ll film. Also, after reading all the Lacy forums and articles I could find, I’ve found that Lacys excel in Search and Rescue. So, we found a SAR trainer who’s nearby and after an initial consult, she’s found that Selkie’s aptitude is over the top. So, as she grows, she’ll have a good foundation in the SAR skills and hopefully can be a working dog that way as well as a general farm dog.
Here are a few pictures from her new life … we’re so grateful to have her. Every rescue animal is special, but to have a chance with a dog like this is pretty amazing.
Thanks for all you do!”