Meet Onyx, a big-bodied, goofy-hearted Husky who is living proof that "lap dog" is a state of mind, not a size.
This talkative guy has plenty to say and won’t hesitate to woo-woo his way into your heart—especially if you have a treat in your hand. A true water enthusiast and a bit of a Houdini-style escape artist, Onyx is a high-energy Doggy Date candidate who is just as happy splashing in a creek as he is being your personal 80-pound cuddlebug. While he’s mastered his basic commands, he’s a "PG-13" kind of pup who requires older children and an experienced handler ready to continue his training and manage his strong prey drive.
Because Onyx prefers to be the center of your universe, he’s looking to be your only best friend with 4 legs in the home - strictly feline-free and away from farm animals.
He’s a bit of a toy connoisseur and prefers not to share his treasures, so he’s best may be best suited as your one-and-only pet or with someone willing to work on his tendency to guard his toys like a dragon with his treasures. Though he’s house-trained and ready for a sleepover trial, he’ll need a secure environment to keep his inner escape artist in check. He was a velociraptor in a former life and likes to test the fence perimeter security, and can jump over anything lower than 6 feet.
If you’re looking for a loyal, vocal, and hilarious companion to fill your home with personality, Onyx is ready to clock in as your new best friend.
Meet Onyx, a big-bodied, goofy-hearted Husky who is living proof that "lap dog" is a state of mind, not a size.
This talkative guy has plenty to say and won’t hesitate to woo-woo his way into your heart—especially if you have a treat in your hand. A true water enthusiast and a bit of a Houdini-style escape artist, Onyx is a high-energy Doggy Date candidate who is just as happy splashing in a creek as he is being your personal 80-pound cuddlebug. While he’s mastered his basic commands, he’s a "PG-13" kind of pup who requires older children and an experienced handler ready to continue his training and manage his strong prey drive.
Because Onyx prefers to be the center of your universe, he’s looking to be your only best friend with 4 legs in the home - strictly feline-free and away from farm animals.
He’s a bit of a toy connoisseur and prefers not to share his treasures, so he’s best may be best suited as your one-and-only pet or with someone willing to work on his tendency to guard his toys like a dragon with his treasures. Though he’s house-trained and ready for a sleepover trial, he’ll need a secure environment to keep his inner escape artist in check. He was a velociraptor in a former life and likes to test the fence perimeter security, and can jump over anything lower than 6 feet.
If you’re looking for a loyal, vocal, and hilarious companion to fill your home with personality, Onyx is ready to clock in as your new best friend.
We hope you meet your four-legged love at SPCA Florida! Our goal is to help you find a companion that best suits your household. We have wonderful animals available and a great deal of information to share with you.
Adoption Process
When you arrive at the Adoption Center we invite you to take a look around and meet the animals. We encourage you and your family to spend time with each pet you are interested in to see which is the best fit. Our trained staff and volunteers are happy to answer questions about the animals and provide you with whatever background information we have regarding that pet. Please keep in mind we do not always know all of the adoptable animals’ history or background depending on how they arrived at SPCA Florida.
If you currently have a dog at home we recommend you bring him or her in to interact with your potential new dog.
When you find a pet you would like to adopt the next step is to fill out an Adoption Application, which will be reviewed with you by one of our trained counselors. The counselors will answer any questions you may have. If the pet is already sterilized he or she can go home the same day, otherwise the surgery is normally scheduled the next day and the pet can go home the day of surgery.
Adoption Fees
Adoption fees vary depending on species, breed and age. The fee includes:
•Spay/Neuter surgery for unsterilized pets
•Dogs are dewormed, tested for heartworms (if negative they receive a 30-day heartworm preventative; if positive a certificate for treatment paid for by the Guardian Angel Fund) and receive vaccinations for canine distemper, adenovirus type 2, parainfluenza, parvovirus and Rabies
•Cats are dewormed, tested for feline leukemia and feline aids and receive vaccinations for feline distemper, rhinotracheitis, calici virus and Rabies
•microchip
•SPCA ID tag
•Dog leash or cat carrier
•Educational material
Other supplies are available for purchase in our adoption center lobby.
We hope you meet your four-legged love at SPCA Florida! Our goal is to help you find a companion that best suits your household. We have wonderful animals available and a great deal of information to share with you.
Adoption Process
When you arrive at the Adoption Center we invite you to take a look around and meet the animals. We encourage you and your family to spend time with each pet you are interested in to see which is the best fit. Our trained staff and volunteers are happy to answer questions about the animals and provide you with whatever background information we have regarding that pet. Please keep in mind we do not always know all of the adoptable animals’ history or background depending on how they arrived at SPCA Florida.
If you currently have a dog at home we recommend you bring him or her in to interact with your potential new dog.
When you find a pet you would like to adopt the next step is to fill out an Adoption Application, which will be reviewed with you by one of our trained counselors. The counselors will answer any questions you may have. If the pet is already sterilized he or she can go home the same day, otherwise the surgery is normally scheduled the next day and the pet can go home the day of surgery.
Adoption Fees
Adoption fees vary depending on species, breed and age. The fee includes:
•Spay/Neuter surgery for unsterilized pets
•Dogs are dewormed, tested for heartworms (if negative they receive a 30-day heartworm preventative; if positive a certificate for treatment paid for by the Guardian Angel Fund) and receive vaccinations for canine distemper, adenovirus type 2, parainfluenza, parvovirus and Rabies
•Cats are dewormed, tested for feline leukemia and feline aids and receive vaccinations for feline distemper, rhinotracheitis, calici virus and Rabies
•microchip
•SPCA ID tag
•Dog leash or cat carrier
•Educational material
Other supplies are available for purchase in our adoption center lobby.
You can visit our adoption center in Lakeland at 5850 Brannen Road South. We are open Monday through Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm.
You can visit our adoption center in Lakeland at 5850 Brannen Road South. We are open Monday through Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm.
More about this shelter
Headquartered in Lakeland since 1979, SPCA Florida creates happy endings for orphaned animals in need, educates the public regarding responsible pet ownership and helps to control pet overpopulation through spay/neuter programs. The adoption center cares for more than 6,000 animals annually and SPCA Florida’s McClurg Animal Medical Center provides affordable, quality care for more than 4,500 clients each month. SPCA Florida bridges the gap between animals and people through various community outreach programs made possible by compassionate volunteers and donors.
Headquartered in Lakeland since 1979, SPCA Florida creates happy endings for orphaned animals in need, educates the public regarding responsible pet ownership and helps to control pet overpopulation through spay/neuter programs. The adoption center cares for more than 6,000 animals annually and SPCA Florida’s McClurg Animal Medical Center provides affordable, quality care for more than 4,500 clients each month. SPCA Florida bridges the gap between animals and people through various community outreach programs made possible by compassionate volunteers and donors.
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