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Bags of dog and cat food, toys and resources were made available by the local animal shelter, AK Mindful Paws, at the annual Community Resource Connect event at the SPARC building in Homer on January 28, 2025. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

Community

Pet of the Week: You make a difference

Donations and community support make a real difference in our small shelter.

Paco, 9-year-old male cockatiel, and Curly, 30-year-old male cockatiel. Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pets of the Week: Paco and Curly

These two would benefit greatly from a home they can call their own.

Rainy, 15-year-old female. Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pet of the Week: Rainy

This sweet ol’ gal prefers the quieter side of life.

Curly and Paco, male cockatiels. Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pets of the Week: Curly and Paco

This bonded pair of pretty birds is looking for a new home.

Hunter, 12-year-old male. Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pet of the Week: Hunter

This gentle boy qualifies for the Golden Paws program.

Lola, 6.5-year-old female. Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pets of the Week: Lola

Shes a sweet gal with fun and playful attributes.

Hunter, 12-year-old male. Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pets of the Week: Hunter

He’s a gentle giant with a big heart.

Rainy, 15-year-old female. Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pets of the Week: Rainy

She’s a gentle soul who prefers the quieter side of life.

Maui (10-year-old male) & Lola (6-year-old female). Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pets of the Week: Lola and Maui

They’re wonderful dogs who don’t deserve to be here one day longer.

Betty, 6-year-old female. Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pet of the Week: Betty

She might have a grumpy face, but it doesn’t represent her personality.

Rainy, 15-year-old female. Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pet of the Week: Rainy

This sweet girl is a gentle soul, looking for the same.

Maui (10-year-old male) & Lola (6-year-old female). Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pets of the Week: Lola and Maui

They’re still waiting for their hero to come meet them.

Maui (10-year-old male) & Lola (6-year-old female). Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pets of the Week: Lola and Maui

To say they are ready for a family to call their own would be an understatement.