Welcome once again to the once-a-month animal adoption segment, "First of the Mutt." Ronnie's Awesome List is proud to partner with various rescue organizations around the Bay Area to feature adorable, adoptable, family-friendly animals find their forever home and help your family find a new best friend and fall madly in love.

Nicky is a handsome 11-year-old boy with a lot of character. He's lived a pretty sheltered life until now, so he's still getting used to the sights and sounds of city life. He loves going on walks and, although he see's things that may startle him at first, he's beginning to find out that the world is pretty great! He's been working on his sit, down, wait, paw, and touch, and he can't wait to practice with his new family. Nicky enjoys drinking his water al fresco, so he'll need a home with a backyard or other safe outdoor space. If you're looking to give a pup his best years, Nicky is the boy for you!

Cinder is a lovely 11-year-old girl who needs a new home. She's been part of a loving family all her life, but her folks are moving to a different country, and they feel the move would be too stressful for this seasoned Bay Area gal. She's a very affectionate, social, and quiet companion. She's even patient with her current guardian's children! What's not to love about Cinder! If you want a veteran family kitty to love, Cinder is your girl!

Fendy came to us from a shelter that got in too many gp's. He's super sweet, loves to sit up on his hiding box to watch what is going on, easy to pet and easy to pick-up. Once in your lap he settles down very quickly for some petting and love. GP's are impossible to age, but we think he's under a year old. We think he'd be fine for a family with older children who are gentle. GP's, on average, live to be 5-7 years old.

Kittens! Kittens! Kittens! We're busy transferring in adoptable kittens from shelters affected by the fires to help them make room for evacuated pets. We also have oodles of kittens in foster homes growing big and strong who'll soon be ready for adoption. If you're interested in a kitten (or two!) please email our Adoptions department to be placed on our list. Our adoption matchmakers will chat with you before suggesting a kitten or kittens that would make a good choice for your family.