This 5-year-old puppy had a difficult life before coming to the shelter. Now he is full of love for a happy home. Here’s what to know about our pet of the week.
Pet adoption of the week, Professor Plum
This 5-year-old puppy had a difficult life before coming to the shelter. Now he is full of love for a happy home. Here’s what to know about our pet of the week.
Puppies may have boundless energy, but this week’s Pet Of The Week is a 5-year-old gentleman who’s more of a cuddle bug than a sprinter. Since his previous owner often left him tied up outside, he is full of love to be given to the right family.
Welcome to The Palm Beach Post’s Pet of the Week, a series where we highlight animals up for adoption in Palm Beach County in hopes of finding them a forever home and putting a smile on your face.
This week’s pet is Professor Plum. Like last week’s pets, he’s among Animal Care and Control’s longest residents: He’s been at the shelter since November 2023.
Now, Professor Plum is looking for a loving family.
Here’s what to know about our pet of the week, including what Animal Care and Control staff have to say about Professor Plum’s personality:
Dog for adoption: Professor Plum
- Age: 5 years old
- Weight: 66 pounds
- Gender: Male, neutered
- Animal ID: A2158799
About him: This sweet boy has a difficult past and deserves a good home where someone can appreciate his loving nature. He is a food enthusiast so the treats motivated him. Professor Plum is gentle and will surely win your heart. He has a low energy level, so he would make a great cuddle companion!
Additional information: Professor Plum is vocal when inside the crate, but the staff says you shouldn’t let that stop you. He’s just telling you that he’s excited to get out so you can have fun together. For more information, you can view Professor Plum’s online profile on the animal care website.
How to adopt a cat or dog in Palm Beach County
You can start the adoption process in person or online.
To get started in person, visit Animal Care and Control during normal business hours at 7100 Belvedere Road in West Palm Beach to fill out an application and meet the pets there.
To start the process online:
- Use Professor Plum’s animal ID number to look him up in Animal Control’s online database.
- Click on the “Ready to Adopt? Click Here” link to the right of the pet’s photo.
- Fill out a two-page downloadable adoption application​ and email it to Animal Control at [email protected].
- Once Animal Control has reviewed your application, a team member will contact you to confirm that you have been approved to adopt. Submitting an online application does not guarantee availability of a pet.
Adoption fees: This month, standard adoption fees are being waived at Animal Care and Control. Adoption fees are typically $60 for adult dogs, $75 for puppies and $50 for cats and kittens. Palm Beach County residents age 55 and older are offered a discounted adoption fee.
Remember: All animals adopted from Animal Control are spayed if female or neutered if male. They will be up-to-date on vaccinations, protected against fleas and ticks and microchipped.
Regarding care: If you’re not ready for a long-term commitment, you may want to consider becoming a foster. This is a great way to get a feel for being a pet parent, and it allows you and your new prospective pet to get to know each other. You can find more information about care on the Animal Control website.
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Katherine Kokal is a reporter covering education at The Palm Beach Post. She has a dog, Cooper, who is 8 years old, and a kitten, Benny, who is 9 months old. You can reach him at [email protected]. Help support our work: Subscribe now!
