Some folks say, “Diamonds are Forever,” but why buy jewelry when you can enjoy a lifetime of love with a gem of a furry friend? There is currently an overcrowding crisis at our local shelters, and we are trying to help as many of these little pooches as possible find their forever homes. Through Valentine’s Day, adoption fees are reduced to $50 for Chihuahuas and Chi mixes over 6 months of age. Stop by the AFRP Adoption Center in Pacific Grove or view available dogs online.

Cyrano may look different from other cats, but he doesn’t mind. He’s simply happy to have a second chance. This friendly eight year old orange tabby had to have his nose surgically removed due to skin cancer, but he’s doing great. Though most people are careful to limit their own sun exposure, many don’t realize that cats and dogs are also at risk of skin cancer, especially if they have light-colored fur and pink noses. Read more about Cyrano.