Meet Miss Ginger, Miss Biscuit, and Miss Pepper – three sweet girls currently available for adoption through S.N.A.P. (Spay Neuter and Protect)! Miss Ginger (colorful blue tortie) is the free-spirited adventurer of the litter. Brave, smart, and endlessly curious, she loves to play, sneak-pounce on her sisters, get the zoomies (complete with somersaults!), and watch videos or play cat games on your phone. She also enjoys pets and will happily claim your lap when the mood strik

📍 Cottonwood, CA This week’s spotlight shines on two stunning sisters from CATZ and DOGZ of The North State: Gem (left) and Topaz (right). These three-year-old girls are the last remaining members of a litter rescued from an RV park alongside their mother, who had endured years of repeated litters. The mama cat was half-starved and struggling to produce enough milk for her five babies. The family was fortunate to be taken in—many others in similar situations are not. Both ca

Winnie is an adorable 6-month-old retriever mix who arrived at the shelter as a stray through no fault of her own. She’s a happy, playful puppy who’s already showing off some great manners!

Meet Prince (left) and Cami (right) — two adorable little Chi mixes (possibly Chiweenies) who are hoping to find their forever home(s)! These sweet babies were part of a litter that was heartbreakingly dumped in a Redding green belt. After weeks of searching, only Prince and Cami were found. They were terrified, cowering and shaking in a corner for two full weeks. With patience and love, they’ve come out of their shells and now jump into laps for cuddles and affection. Prince

Located in Cottonwood, CA, Catz and Dogz of The North State is thrilled to spotlight this week’s precious girl: sweet China ! Picture this heartbreaking scene: At only 4–5 weeks old, tiny China was tossed over a fence into a senior mobile home park. Thankfully, some kind residents found her shivering and alone, then called the shelter right away to take her in. That’s when this little fighter got her second chance and has been blooming into the most loving kitty ever since.

Born around June 4, 2023, this creamy-beige charmer (named after Bailey's Irish Cream for his gorgeous light color!) is believed to be a Jack Russell Terrier / Chihuahua mix. At just 13 pounds, he's compact, portable, and oh-so-snuggly. Bailey sports a distinctive white stripe between his eyes, a white-tipped tail, and a white patch between his shoulders. His favorite toy? His little stuffed dog—he carries it everywhere like a best buddy!

Say hello to these adorable 5-month-old siblings, Winston and Willow (born August 14, 2025)! They're a super-cute mix: half French Bulldog (mama) and half Basset Hound (papa). Expect the best of both worlds—those classic Frenchie smushy faces, playful energy, and those long, floppy Basset ears that will melt your heart!

The City of Shasta Lake Animal Shelter is beyond capacity and facing tough decisions. Three sweet, healthy, young dogs—Mocha, Gucci, and Conan—were originally scheduled for euthanasia this Thursday due to overcrowding. Thanks to a generous angelic sponsor, they've been given a short extension!