Adopt

My name is JOEL*!

Posted over 4 months ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Meet the Pet

3

Take the Pet Home

My basic info

Breed
American Pit Bull Terrier/Shar Pei
Color
Black - with White
Age
1 year 4 months old, Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
A828977

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Joel and his pal Ellie were on an epic adventure in Tucson when they were brought to the shelter. Luckily for them, their journey was a lot less post- apocalyptic than the expedition that the “The Last of Us” characters that they’re named after were on! No mushroom monsters here! Regardless, the shelter is a safer place than the streets. But, the shelter is also just a temporary stop on the way to better things- a home! Joel is a friendly boy who would love to find a family to dote on him and teach him all about life as a cherished companion. Here’s what one volunteer said about him:

“Joel is super cute and nice! Easy to leash up and easy to handle on walks. He had a good time running around in the yard with his kennelmate.”

Joel recently went on a field trip away from the shelter and got an A+ for his good behavior. He went on a long walk, played fetch, and played in the hose:

“Our 12 year old son had a blast playing with and walking Joel today. He loved to run in our backyard and got good at dropping the ball while playing catch. For his first ride in the car he did fantastic. He didn`t chew on anything he shouldn`t and we never heard him bark.”

Joel did great with older kids and was described as energetic, curious, easygoing, and very happy.

Joel shares his kennel with another PACC pup and has been social and playful when meeting other dogs in playgroup. He’d like to meet any resident dogs before heading home to make sure it’s a good fit. Ask to meet Joel today!!
Shelter
Pima Animal Care Center

Contact info

Pet ID
A828977
Contact
Email
Address
4000 N. Silverbell Road, Tucson, AZ 85745

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

No appointment necessary! HOURS: Monday to Friday: 12pm - 7pm Saturday & Sunday: 10am - 5 pm

2.

Meet the Pet

Once you have decided which pets you are interested in, sign in for an adoption counselor who will guide you through the adoption process.

3.

Take the Pet Home

Cats must leave in a carrier and dogs must leave in a carrier or on leash. We do have these available for purchase in our lobby store.

Additional adoption info

Year-Round Adoption Fees:
• Puppies and kittens less than 4 months old $50
• Adult dogs and cats $30
• A standard $20 dog license fee may apply
• Pets who have been waiting for more than 2 weeks for a family and pets over 5 years old $0 - Fee Waived!

Every adoption includes:
• Spay or neuter surgery
• First Vaccinations
• Microchip
• Vet visit certificate
• Pet insurance

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Pima Animal Care Center
4000 N. Silverbell Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85745

(520) 724-5900

HOURS:
Monday to Friday: 12pm - 7pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10am - 5 pm

More about this shelter

As our community's only open-admission shelter, we have the largest selection of adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens waiting to meet you. Learn more and see our pets at www.pimaanimalcare.org

Need help with your pet? Call the Pet Support Center
The Pet Support Center is a phone-based resource for our community that strives to help people keep their pets. In addition to providing resources, information and counseling, support staff will schedule admission appointments for pet owners who decide they need to surrender their pets to PACC. Call us at (520) 724-7222 or visit the Pet Support Center webpage - www.pima.gov/petsupport to learn more.