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“He’s my best friend, he’s my pal, he’s my homeboy, my rotten soldier, my sweet cheese, my good-time boy.”

Sure, that quote may be from What We Do in the Shadows, but it could easily apply to our very own good-time boy, Cheese. This darling four-month-old boy is sweet, playful, and definitely a good-time boy.

Come meet Cheese at our Santa Barbara campus. We are open for walk-in adoptions from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays.

#AdoptableKitten #KittenOfInstagram #OrangeKitten #GingerKitten #WhatWeDoInTheShadows #ShelterKitten #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

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“He’s my best friend, he’s my pal, he’s my homeboy, my rotten soldier, my sweet cheese, my good-time boy.” Sure, that quote may be from What We Do in the Shadows, but it could easily apply to our very own good-time boy, Cheese. This darling four-month-old boy is sweet, playful, and definitely a good-time boy. Come meet Cheese at our Santa Barbara campus. We are open for walk-in adoptions from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays. #AdoptableKitten #KittenOfInstagram #OrangeKitten #GingerKitten #WhatWeDoInTheShadows #ShelterKitten #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

“He’s my best friend, he’s my pal, he’s my homeboy, my rotten soldier, my sweet cheese, my good-time boy.”

Sure, that quote may be from What We Do in the Shadows, but it could easily apply to our very own good-time boy, Cheese. This darling four-month-old boy is sweet, playful, and definitely a good-time boy.

Come meet Cheese at our Santa Barbara campus. We are open for walk-in adoptions from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays.

#AdoptableKitten #KittenOfInstagram #OrangeKitten #GingerKitten #WhatWeDoInTheShadows #ShelterKitten #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane ...

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Guess what!

This adorable puppy is here to announce that Santa Barbara Humane will be at @lazyacresmarket Community Day at their Santa Barbara location this Saturday from 11 AM-2 PM.

The event will be celebrating the launch of Lazy Acres` Envirotkens program. There will be samples and an opportunity to learn more about Santa Barbara Humane.

Stop by 302 Megis Rd in Santa Barbara to say hi to us!

#LocalPartner #SBHumane #LazyAcres #Envirotokens

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Guess what! This adorable puppy is here to announce that Santa Barbara Humane will be at @lazyacresmarket Community Day at their Santa Barbara location this Saturday from 11 AM-2 PM. The event will be celebrating the launch of Lazy Acres' Envirotkens program. There will be samples and an opportunity to learn more about Santa Barbara Humane. Stop by 302 Megis Rd in Santa Barbara to say hi to us! #LocalPartner #SBHumane #LazyAcres #Envirotokens

Guess what!

This adorable puppy is here to announce that Santa Barbara Humane will be at @lazyacresmarket Community Day at their Santa Barbara location this Saturday from 11 AM-2 PM.

The event will be celebrating the launch of Lazy Acres` Envirotkens program. There will be samples and an opportunity to learn more about Santa Barbara Humane.

Stop by 302 Megis Rd in Santa Barbara to say hi to us!

#LocalPartner #SBHumane #LazyAcres #Envirotokens ...

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You deserve to be loved, cherished, and doted upon. Missy would like to volunteer to be the one to love you.

This gorgeous eight-year-old girl is all about love, positivity, and joy. Missy is incredibly sweet and absolutely adores receiving attention. She is looking for a calm home where she can get (and give) as much love as possible.

Want to be the subject of Missy`s affection? Come visit her at our Santa Maria campus! We are open for walk-in adoptions from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays.

#AdoptableCat #Calico #CalicoCat #LongHairedCat #SweetCat #LovingCat #ShelterCat #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

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You deserve to be loved, cherished, and doted upon. Missy would like to volunteer to be the one to love you. This gorgeous eight-year-old girl is all about love, positivity, and joy. Missy is incredibly sweet and absolutely adores receiving attention. She is looking for a calm home where she can get (and give) as much love as possible. Want to be the subject of Missy's affection? Come visit her at our Santa Maria campus! We are open for walk-in adoptions from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays. #AdoptableCat #Calico #CalicoCat #LongHairedCat #SweetCat #LovingCat #ShelterCat #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

You deserve to be loved, cherished, and doted upon. Missy would like to volunteer to be the one to love you.

This gorgeous eight-year-old girl is all about love, positivity, and joy. Missy is incredibly sweet and absolutely adores receiving attention. She is looking for a calm home where she can get (and give) as much love as possible.

Want to be the subject of Missy`s affection? Come visit her at our Santa Maria campus! We are open for walk-in adoptions from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays.

#AdoptableCat #Calico #CalicoCat #LongHairedCat #SweetCat #LovingCat #ShelterCat #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane ...

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Claude may look super serious, but the only thing this handsome boy is serious about is having fun!

Claude is a sweet seven-month-old Husky mix who loves to play. He is an active and goofy boy who would be thrilled to find someone who can take him for runs.

Want to make Claude part of your family? Come to our Santa Barbara shelter during walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays.

#AdoptableDog #Husky #HuskiesOfInstagram #HandsomeDog #BlueEyedDog #ShelterDog #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

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Claude may look super serious, but the only thing this handsome boy is serious about is having fun! Claude is a sweet seven-month-old Husky mix who loves to play. He is an active and goofy boy who would be thrilled to find someone who can take him for runs. Want to make Claude part of your family? Come to our Santa Barbara shelter during walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays. #AdoptableDog #Husky #HuskiesOfInstagram #HandsomeDog #BlueEyedDog #ShelterDog #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

Claude may look super serious, but the only thing this handsome boy is serious about is having fun!

Claude is a sweet seven-month-old Husky mix who loves to play. He is an active and goofy boy who would be thrilled to find someone who can take him for runs.

Want to make Claude part of your family? Come to our Santa Barbara shelter during walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays.

#AdoptableDog #Husky #HuskiesOfInstagram #HandsomeDog #BlueEyedDog #ShelterDog #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane ...

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Eric is eagerly awaiting someone to sweep him off his feet.

This adorable two-month-old boy is very sweet and super playful. He is available for adoption now at our Santa Barbara campus.

Want to meet Eric? Come to our walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM, every day but Wednesdays.

#AdoptableKitten #KittensOfInstagram #CuteKitten #Kitten #ShelterKitten #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

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Eric is eagerly awaiting someone to sweep him off his feet. This adorable two-month-old boy is very sweet and super playful. He is available for adoption now at our Santa Barbara campus. Want to meet Eric? Come to our walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM, every day but Wednesdays. #AdoptableKitten #KittensOfInstagram #CuteKitten #Kitten #ShelterKitten #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

Eric is eagerly awaiting someone to sweep him off his feet.

This adorable two-month-old boy is very sweet and super playful. He is available for adoption now at our Santa Barbara campus.

Want to meet Eric? Come to our walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM, every day but Wednesdays.

#AdoptableKitten #KittensOfInstagram #CuteKitten #Kitten #ShelterKitten #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane ...

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Life could be twice as nice with Sylvester and Mr. Meow.

Sylvester is a mellow and easy-going two-year-old boy who enjoys napping and watching the world from a window. He is a fairly independent and low-maintenance boy who doesn`t ask for much besides a quiet home.

Mr. Meow is a mellow and friendly 11-year-old boy who loves spending time with people and bird-watching. He does well with other cats and might be okay living with a calm and respectful dog as well.

Unfortunately, both Sylvester and Mr. Meow are FIV-positive. Though there is no cure, FIV-positive cats can live long and healthy lives! It does mean that these sweet boys need an adopter who is willing to keep them indoors only and is able to keep a close eye on their health.

While it would be wonderful if Sylvester and Mr. Meow could be adopted together, they would be fine being adopted separately.

Both Sylvester and Mr. Meow are at our Santa Maria location. You can meet them by coming to our walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays.

#AdoptableCats #CatsOfInstagram #CuteCats #ShelterCats #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

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Life could be twice as nice with Sylvester and Mr. Meow. Sylvester is a mellow and easy-going two-year-old boy who enjoys napping and watching the world from a window. He is a fairly independent and low-maintenance boy who doesn't ask for much besides a quiet home. Mr. Meow is a mellow and friendly 11-year-old boy who loves spending time with people and bird-watching. He does well with other cats and might be okay living with a calm and respectful dog as well. Unfortunately, both Sylvester and Mr. Meow are FIV-positive. Though there is no cure, FIV-positive cats can live long and healthy lives! It does mean that these sweet boys need an adopter who is willing to keep them indoors only and is able to keep a close eye on their health. While it would be wonderful if Sylvester and Mr. Meow could be adopted together, they would be fine being adopted separately. Both Sylvester and Mr. Meow are at our Santa Maria location. You can meet them by coming to our walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays. #AdoptableCats #CatsOfInstagram #CuteCats #ShelterCats #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

Life could be twice as nice with Sylvester and Mr. Meow.

Sylvester is a mellow and easy-going two-year-old boy who enjoys napping and watching the world from a window. He is a fairly independent and low-maintenance boy who doesn`t ask for much besides a quiet home.

Mr. Meow is a mellow and friendly 11-year-old boy who loves spending time with people and bird-watching. He does well with other cats and might be okay living with a calm and respectful dog as well.

Unfortunately, both Sylvester and Mr. Meow are FIV-positive. Though there is no cure, FIV-positive cats can live long and healthy lives! It does mean that these sweet boys need an adopter who is willing to keep them indoors only and is able to keep a close eye on their health.

While it would be wonderful if Sylvester and Mr. Meow could be adopted together, they would be fine being adopted separately.

Both Sylvester and Mr. Meow are at our Santa Maria location. You can meet them by coming to our walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays.

#AdoptableCats #CatsOfInstagram #CuteCats #ShelterCats #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane ...

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Daisy is ready for a new beginning.

This darling one-year-old Chihuahua mix came to Santa Barbara Humane in rough shape after she ingested rat poison. Thankfully, our incredible veterinary team was able to provide Daisy with the treatment she needed, so she is now on the mend and ready to be adopted into a loving home!

Daisy is a very sweet and gentle girl who can be a little timid when you first meet her. But with time and love, Daisy will show you just how amazing a dog she is. She seems to do well with dogs and cats and might enjoy the company of another animal in her home.

Since Daisy is currently in a foster home, the best way to meet her is by emailing [email protected] to schedule an adoption appointment.

#AdoptableDog #ShelterDog #Chihuahua #ChihuahuasOfInstagram #ANewBegining #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

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Daisy is ready for a new beginning. This darling one-year-old Chihuahua mix came to Santa Barbara Humane in rough shape after she ingested rat poison. Thankfully, our incredible veterinary team was able to provide Daisy with the treatment she needed, so she is now on the mend and ready to be adopted into a loving home! Daisy is a very sweet and gentle girl who can be a little timid when you first meet her. But with time and love, Daisy will show you just how amazing a dog she is. She seems to do well with dogs and cats and might enjoy the company of another animal in her home. Since Daisy is currently in a foster home, the best way to meet her is by emailing Adopt@sbhumane.org to schedule an adoption appointment. #AdoptableDog #ShelterDog #Chihuahua #ChihuahuasOfInstagram #ANewBegining #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

Daisy is ready for a new beginning.

This darling one-year-old Chihuahua mix came to Santa Barbara Humane in rough shape after she ingested rat poison. Thankfully, our incredible veterinary team was able to provide Daisy with the treatment she needed, so she is now on the mend and ready to be adopted into a loving home!

Daisy is a very sweet and gentle girl who can be a little timid when you first meet her. But with time and love, Daisy will show you just how amazing a dog she is. She seems to do well with dogs and cats and might enjoy the company of another animal in her home.

Since Daisy is currently in a foster home, the best way to meet her is by emailing [email protected] to schedule an adoption appointment.

#AdoptableDog #ShelterDog #Chihuahua #ChihuahuasOfInstagram #ANewBegining #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane ...

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Want to help animals in need and save the environment at the same time? Now you can with the Lazy Acres Envirotoken program!

We are thrilled to announce that Santa Barbara Humane has been chosen to participate in the @LazyAcresMarket Envirotoken program at their Santa Barbara location. All you have to do is bring your own bags when you shop. When you check out, you`ll be given one token, which is worth 10 cents, per bag. On your way out, you can choose to donate your token to one of the six amazing local charities.

If you choose to donate your token to Santa Barbara Humane, you will be helping Santa Barbara Humane support thousands of dogs and cats and the people who love them!

#Support #LazyAcres #Envirotoken #Give #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

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Want to help animals in need and save the environment at the same time? Now you can with the Lazy Acres Envirotoken program! We are thrilled to announce that Santa Barbara Humane has been chosen to participate in the @LazyAcresMarket Envirotoken program at their Santa Barbara location. All you have to do is bring your own bags when you shop. When you check out, you'll be given one token, which is worth 10 cents, per bag. On your way out, you can choose to donate your token to one of the six amazing local charities. If you choose to donate your token to Santa Barbara Humane, you will be helping Santa Barbara Humane support thousands of dogs and cats and the people who love them! #Support #LazyAcres #Envirotoken #Give #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

Want to help animals in need and save the environment at the same time? Now you can with the Lazy Acres Envirotoken program!

We are thrilled to announce that Santa Barbara Humane has been chosen to participate in the @LazyAcresMarket Envirotoken program at their Santa Barbara location. All you have to do is bring your own bags when you shop. When you check out, you`ll be given one token, which is worth 10 cents, per bag. On your way out, you can choose to donate your token to one of the six amazing local charities.

If you choose to donate your token to Santa Barbara Humane, you will be helping Santa Barbara Humane support thousands of dogs and cats and the people who love them!

#Support #LazyAcres #Envirotoken #Give #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane ...

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He`s playful and social and oh-so-cute. Folks, meet Jack!

This handsome boy is four-months-old and a ton of fun. Jack is available for adoption now at our Santa Barbara campus.

Interested in making Jack part of your family? Come to our walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 every day but Wednesday.

#AdoptableKitten #ShelterKitten #CuteKitten #GingerKitten #OrangeKitten #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

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He's playful and social and oh-so-cute. Folks, meet Jack! This handsome boy is four-months-old and a ton of fun. Jack is available for adoption now at our Santa Barbara campus. Interested in making Jack part of your family? Come to our walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 every day but Wednesday. #AdoptableKitten #ShelterKitten #CuteKitten #GingerKitten #OrangeKitten #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

He`s playful and social and oh-so-cute. Folks, meet Jack!

This handsome boy is four-months-old and a ton of fun. Jack is available for adoption now at our Santa Barbara campus.

Interested in making Jack part of your family? Come to our walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 every day but Wednesday.

#AdoptableKitten #ShelterKitten #CuteKitten #GingerKitten #OrangeKitten #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane ...

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Joaquin is here to make your Monday a little cuter!

This adorable three-month-old Labrador Retriever mix is a friendly and playful boy. He is very active and might do best in a home with no young children.

Want to meet Joaquin? Come visit him at our Santa Barbara campus during walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays.

#AdoptablePuppy #PuppiesOfInstagram #LabradorPuppy #BlackLab #AdorablePuppy #ShelterPup #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

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Joaquin is here to make your Monday a little cuter! This adorable three-month-old Labrador Retriever mix is a friendly and playful boy. He is very active and might do best in a home with no young children. Want to meet Joaquin? Come visit him at our Santa Barbara campus during walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays. #AdoptablePuppy #PuppiesOfInstagram #LabradorPuppy #BlackLab #AdorablePuppy #ShelterPup #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

Joaquin is here to make your Monday a little cuter!

This adorable three-month-old Labrador Retriever mix is a friendly and playful boy. He is very active and might do best in a home with no young children.

Want to meet Joaquin? Come visit him at our Santa Barbara campus during walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesdays.

#AdoptablePuppy #PuppiesOfInstagram #LabradorPuppy #BlackLab #AdorablePuppy #ShelterPup #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane ...

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The Celtics. Dunkin`. Ben Affleck. Wicked awesome accents. These are all things we associate with the city of Boston.

Tennis balls. Belly rubs. A larger-than-life personality. Wicked awesome fetching skills. Those are all things we associate with this handsome one-year-old German Shepherd named Boston.

Boston is a goofy and playful boy who LOVES playing fetch and running around with his human friends. He seems to like kids and might be okay with another dog (as long as he doesn`t have to share his tennis balls), but Boston would be happiest in a cat-free home.

Want to adopt Boston? Come to our Santa Maria shelter during our walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesday. As part of our Rolling Bone promotion, we have waived the adoption fee for Huskies and Shepherds (including Boston) who are six months old and over. And we will even include a free leash, harness, collar, and fee-waived training classes!

#AdoptableDog #GermanShepherd #Boston #WickedAwesomeDog #Dunkin #BenAffleck #ShelterDog #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

@celtics @dunkin @dunkinsantamaria @boston

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The Celtics. Dunkin'. Ben Affleck. Wicked awesome accents. These are all things we associate with the city of Boston. Tennis balls. Belly rubs. A larger-than-life personality. Wicked awesome fetching skills. Those are all things we associate with this handsome one-year-old German Shepherd named Boston. Boston is a goofy and playful boy who LOVES playing fetch and running around with his human friends. He seems to like kids and might be okay with another dog (as long as he doesn't have to share his tennis balls), but Boston would be happiest in a cat-free home. Want to adopt Boston? Come to our Santa Maria shelter during our walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesday. As part of our Rolling Bone promotion, we have waived the adoption fee for Huskies and Shepherds (including Boston) who are six months old and over. And we will even include a free leash, harness, collar, and fee-waived training classes! #AdoptableDog #GermanShepherd #Boston #WickedAwesomeDog #Dunkin #BenAffleck #ShelterDog #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane @celtics @dunkin @dunkinsantamaria @boston

The Celtics. Dunkin`. Ben Affleck. Wicked awesome accents. These are all things we associate with the city of Boston.

Tennis balls. Belly rubs. A larger-than-life personality. Wicked awesome fetching skills. Those are all things we associate with this handsome one-year-old German Shepherd named Boston.

Boston is a goofy and playful boy who LOVES playing fetch and running around with his human friends. He seems to like kids and might be okay with another dog (as long as he doesn`t have to share his tennis balls), but Boston would be happiest in a cat-free home.

Want to adopt Boston? Come to our Santa Maria shelter during our walk-in adoption hours, from 12-4:30 PM every day but Wednesday. As part of our Rolling Bone promotion, we have waived the adoption fee for Huskies and Shepherds (including Boston) who are six months old and over. And we will even include a free leash, harness, collar, and fee-waived training classes!

#AdoptableDog #GermanShepherd #Boston #WickedAwesomeDog #Dunkin #BenAffleck #ShelterDog #SantaBarbaraHumane #SBHumane

@celtics @dunkin @dunkinsantamaria @boston ...

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