Adopt Me: Shadow Knows a Few Tricks

This pitbull and labrador mix is just waiting to be adopted.

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Adopt Me: Shadow Knows ... a Few Tricks

This pitbull and labrador mix is just waiting to be adopted.

It's tough to understand how Shadow has gone unadopted for the nearly a year. She's such an energetic and fun pup. But according to her trainer at PAWS Animal Shelter in Tinley Park, Shadow is equally content running around as she is sitting on the couch. Shadow also is learning quite a few tricks, including how to sit, heel and come when called. She's good with other dogs so, if you already have some, Shadow should fit in fine. She just tends to stay by herself when around other dogs. Ideally, Shadow would fit in a home that doesn't have young kids and with someone who would continue her training. If you're interested in her, contact the shelter at 815-464-7298 or visit its website. Looking for more adoptable pets? Gus, an orange domestic…

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This Week's Pets: 5 Energetic Mastiff Mix Pups

PAWS Animal Shelter in Tinley Park is on the prowl for homes for five puppies that won't be small for long. At around 3 months old, they are already tipping the scales at about 30 pounds.

If you're looking for a loving, loyal furry friend and have the necessary room to house a "gentle giant," consider adopting any of five Mastiff-mix puppies from PAWS Animal Shelter in Tinley Park. Vinnie, Kevin, Cindy, Raymond and George, now around 3 months old, were taken to the shelter about a month ago by a Harvey dog owner whose Mastiff had an unwanted pregnancy, volunteers said Monday.  They were sick with canine parvoviris, a contagious viral infection of the intestinal track, but miraculously, all survived. They now have an exemplary bill of health and if you see them play together, you'd never know they were ill in the first place. Brothers Kevin and Vinnie rolled around on the lawn outside PAWS Monday afternoon, nibbling and …

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This Week's PAWS Pet: A Therapeutic Pit Bull

This 1-year-old pit bull is looking for a home.

Jade is a beautiful 1-year-old pit bull who would make a great companion for an individual or family. Calm and a tad on the submissive side, she joins volunteers at PAWS Animal Shelter for weekly outings through its pet therapy program. Even in a large, noisy crowd, Jade typically rolls onto her back for a belly rub. She's sweet and is happy to meet and greet those who cross her path. Jade gets along with other pets, but is a little afraid of cats. If you're interested in adopting this loving pup, call PAWS Animal Shelter in Tinley Park at 815-464-7298. Other featured pets still looking for a home include Mya, Corona and Murphy.

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