Meet Paris. She’s an older, heavier American Bulldog eager for a calm family to go home with. Paris would love to get some attention and a slightly healthier lifestyle and she’d definitely pay the love back with plenty of slobbery kisses. Want to learn more about Paris? Check out her listing on the SSHS website! Please visit the South Suburban Humane Society on the Patch directory  

Meet Battlestar. He's an 8-year-old medium domestic shorthair mix.  Meet Galactica.  She's a 13-year-old large domestic shorthair mix.  Both of these cats are up-to-date on all of their shots. Battlestar has been neutered and Galactica has been spayed, so anyone who adopts them both won't have to worry about a new fleet of ships showing up. To learn more about Battlestar and Galactica, visit their listings on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Kipling. SSHS workers rescued him from neglectful owners about five months ago. When they showed up to get him, he was chained outside without food, water or shelter. He's since fattened up a bit, thanks to the love and care from the folks at SSHS. Even though his previous owners were unkind, Kipling harbors no resentment towards people. In fact, he's extremely friendly to adults, kids and other dogs. To learn more about Kipling, visit his listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Hickory. He's a small, two-year-old Chihuahua mix who loves to snuggle up on your lap. Hickory has lots of energy and gets along well with other dogs. He would probably do best in a home with children over 7 years of age. To learn more about Hickory, visit his listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Kaylee. She's a 3-year-old domestic short-hair mix with a long black tail, who serves as a wonderful lap warmer, according to South Suburban Humane Society staff. Kaylee lost her home when her owner became ill and was unable to care for her. Thanks to a friendship with her cage-mate at the shelter, it appears Kaylee gets along well with other cats. Kaylee isn't needy or attention-starved but can be affectionate toward people, according to SSHS staff. Kaylee has been spayed. To learn more about Kaylee, visit her listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT …

Meet Boo Boo. Again. We featured Boo Boo last year as a Pet of the Week, but unfortunately, she's still looking for a forever home.  Boo Boo is a 3-year-old American Bulldog mix, who loves being around people and has a ton of energy, according to South Suburban Humane Society staff. She knows how to sit and can learn other commands with the help of a patient owner or a few obedience classes. Boo Boo is also a fan of squeaky toys and doesn't mind the company of other dogs. She has been spayed. To learn more about Boo Boo, visit her listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website…

Meet Lucille. She's a laid back 15-year-old domestic shorthair cat, who loves to hang out and relax, according to South Suburban Humane Society staff. A volunteer has offered to cover Lucille's adoption, so her future owner will get quite a break for adopting her. Lucille has already been spayed as well. To learn more about Lucille, visit her listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Beauty. She's a spunky four-year-old who would love to play ball in the backyard with the kids. While Beauty is friendly with people and other dogs, she can be defensive of her family and might bark. She would do best with an active, energetic family. To learn more about Beauty, visit her listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Boots.   She's an adorable and energetic four-year-old terrier mix and she'd love to go home with you and your family today! To learn more about Boots, visit her listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Genie. She's a small an unique mixed breed with tons of energy. Genie's fairly aware of her special nature and tends to have a high opinion of herself around other dogs, so she might be best for a family with no other pets. Though her legs are short, she's pretty fast, making her a grear dog to play fetch with. To learn more about Genie, visit his listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Dolly, She's a tiny little pup that was left at the police station along with her two baby sibilings. Dolly is a fun-loving, adorable tan coonhound mix and she's guaranteed to put a smile on your face. To learn more about Dolly, visit her listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Diamond. She’s a tiny, two-year-old ten pound Chihuahua with a lot of love to give to a caring family. Since Chihuahua’s are very loyal, this dog is likely to form a strong bond with whoever her new owners are. Families with children over ten-years-old would be best suited for Diamond. To learn more about Diamond, visit her listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Genie. She's a small an unique mixed breed with tons of energy. Genie's fairly aware of her special nature and tends to have a high opinion of herself around other dogs, so she might be best for a family with no other pets. Though her legs are short, she's pretty fast, making her a grear dog to play fetch with. To learn more about Genie, visit his listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Fudge.   She's a young pitbull terrier mix and she's very patient and attentive. Since Fudge was brought to the shelter when she was just a puppy, she's become very submissive and would made for a great family dog. To learn more about Fudge, visit her listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Bowie.   She's a small Labrador and Rottweiler mix, now, but she'll get bigger soon. Bowie would love a patient family to help her learn how to reach her whole doggie potential. That said, she's already very smart and playful.  To learn more about Bowie, visit her listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY About this column: A weekly feature showcasing animals for adoption at the South Suburban Humane Society.

Meet Albert. He's a loving one-year-old labrador retriever mix with a lot of love to give. Albert's personality has been described as "cool" and he would make for a top-notch family pet. Albert is available for adoption at the South Suburban Humane Society (SSHS).  For more infirmation on the Albert, check out the adoption page on the SSHS website.PLEASE VISIT SSHS IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Boots.   She's an adorable and energetic four-year-old terrier mix and she'd love to go home with you and your family today! To learn more about Boots, visit her listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Bowie.   She's a small Labrador and Rottweiler mix, now, but she'll get bigger soon. Bowie would love a patient family to help her learn how to reach her whole doggie potential. That said, she's already very smart and playful.  To learn more about Bowie, visit her listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet Chance.   He's a rather hairy individual that would love to go home to a family with kids over 10. While his coat requires frequent brushing, Chance's relaxed personality ensures he'll be more than happy to lounge around while you groom him. To learn more about Chance, visit her listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

Meet the dog named Panda. While a little shy at first, this one year old, brown and white pitbull mix warms up quickly to most people. She's great with children and seems to get along will with other dogs. Panda's laid-back personality and friendliness would make her a perfect dog for any family. Panda is available for adoption at the South Suburban Humane Society (SSHS).  For more infirmation on the Panda, check out the adoption page on the SSHS website.PLEASE VISIT SSHS IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY