Find a warm, fuzzy friend during Adopt-A-Dog Month

Honey is a young Pit Bull-mix female available at Randolph Animal Pound.

Did you know that October is the American Humane Association's "Adopt-A-Dog Month"? Local shelters hope everyone gets in the spirit of the event by adopting a shelter dog to experience the joy of pet ownership.

Yes, it's a lot of responsibility to own a pet, but consider the advantages. A dog can be an exercise buddy; a confidant; a constant companion; or just a fuzzy face to greet you after a difficult day at work. That's just a few of the advantages. Here are some upcoming adoption events to begin your search.

Saturday, Oct. 8: Special pet adoption at Randolph Animal Pound, 1345 Sussex Turnpike, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adoption fee is $20 for an adult dog, older kittens and adult cats (if adopting two pets, the fee is waived for the second). All animals are spayed/neutered, de-wormed and vaccinated. Applications and references are required. Renters must have a lease agreement indicating that pets are permitted. For more information, visit www.pound.petfinder.org.

Stewart a 4-month-old male kitten in foster care.

All cats and kittens at the off-site pet adoption are from foster care.

Saturday, Oct. 8: Friends of the Randolph Animal Pound is holding a pet adoption from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Petco, 275 Route 10 East, Succasunna. If adopting two pets, adoption fee is waived for the second.  For more information, call 973-886-1485 or e-mail doggie54@optonline.net.

The following pets are available for adoption from Eleventh Hour Rescue:

This is Jake from Eleventh Hour Rescue. He is a 1-year-old, handsome, brindle, Pit Bull mix.  Although neglected as a young puppy, and in need of finding the “right” family to adopt him, he has made wonderful progress in gaining appropriate social skills.  This dog may not be for everyone, but truly is a diamond in the rough.  With the right environment, the right training, and the right owners, Jake is ready to blossom now.  He is a favorite amongst the volunteers and many of them have been working with him one-on-one to bring him along.  He has been attending adoption events on a regular basis now and really showing off all that he has learned and the adversities that he has overcome.  We are proud of his progress and want to find his forever home now.  To read more about Jake, to see all of EHR's adoptable pets, to see upcoming events, or to make a donation, visit www.ehrdogs.org  or call 973-664-0865.

This is Huck from Eleventh Hour Rescue. This 6-month-old black lab mix would be an adorable addition to any home. Full of puppy love and curiosity about his surroundings, Huck will explore everywhere he goes, and when needed, he will obey the “no” command.  Huck is very playful and enjoys a good game of “fetch” whenever he can.  He’ll chase his toy and then dutifully return it to you and drop it for another toss.  As with all youngsters, Huck is full of enthusiasm and has a lot of energy.  He will need a family that is willing to train him and harness that energy.  To read more about Huck, to see all of EHR's adoptable pets, to see upcoming events or to make a donation, visit www.ehrdogs.org  or call  973-664-0865.