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10 pets to bring home for the holidays

We partnered with Austin Pets Alive! to show off these adoptable pets who are ready to come home with you for the holidays.

A brown dog stands close to the camera with his tongue out.

Titan has more than 100 pounds of love to give.

Photo courtesy Austin Pets Alive!

We’re dreaming of a furry Christmas with Austin Pets Alive!

We have 10 cats and dogs who are looking for homes to share. Many of these little fluff balls have had their adoption fees waived and are ready to spend the holidays with you.

Cats

Eraserhead, 15 years old | Free to adopt
This senior kitty is a young explorer at heart, despite his arthritis and feline leukemia, aka FeLV, and loves sitting up high to oversee his kingdom.

Melvan, 10 years old | Free to adopt
This affectionate kitty, complete with a notched ear, is a lap magnet and will sit down with anyone that comes his way. He is diabetic, but that doesn’t affect his warm demeanor.

A young cat with gray and white markings laying sideways on a bed of multiple blankets

Candied Yam is new to Austin Pets Alive!'s cattery.

Photo courtesy Austin Pets Alive!

Candied Yam, 8 months old | $50 to adopt
Introducing Candied Yam, the talk of the cattery. This pretty kitty is in the process of undergoing treatment for ringworm with the help of APA!

A grey and white cat sitting close up to the camera on a bed.

Baby Cheeks doesn’t need the use of her back legs to have fun.

Photo courtesy Austin Pets Alive!

Baby Cheeks, 2 years old | $50 to adopt
Sweet Baby Cheeks has no use of her hind legs due to a prior injury, but she still loves to play and requires almost no extra care.

Daddy Daycare, 3 years old | Free to adopt
Another FeLV positive kitty, Daddy Daycare is cool, calm, and collected. He’ll gently play with a dancing string or come in for some love once he feels comfortable with you.

Dogs

Torgito, 9 years old | Free to adopt
APA! staff calls Torgito a “big teddy bear,” and it’s easy to see why with a face like his. This senior pup loves walks and attention, plus, he’s crate trained.

A medium sized dog with brown and white markings sits, wearing a bow tie and leash.

Jagger is ready to steal your hearts — and some treats.

Photo courtesy Austin Pets Alive!

Jagger, 9 years old | Free to adopt
Jagger gets along with everyone, including cats, dogs, and older kiddos. He’s a member of the RuffTail Runners Club, but watch out, he’s a professional at using his good looks to get treats.

A black and white tripod dog sitting.

Magnum is ready to make an active home his furrever home.

Photo courtesy Austin Pets Alive!

Magnum, 3 years old | $25 to adopt
This tripod pup has energy for days and loves doing zoomies in a big open field. If you need a dog to aid your active lifestyle, Magnum is the guy for you.

Titan, 5 years old | $175 to adopt
This 110-pound boy is full of love to share with the right, energetic family. Titan loves treats but he also loves to snuggle up for a nap.

Eiar, 7 months old | $175 to adopt
Currently in foster care, this young girl would love a home with another social furry family member.

Still looking? Check out these six pets from last month — some of them are still available.

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