This sweet dog was left tied up outside. Now he's The Post's adoptable Pet of the Week!
Puppies may have limitless fun energy, but this week's Pet Of The Week is a 5-year-old gentleman who is more of a cuddle bug than a sprinter. Since his previous owner often left him tied up outside alone, he's bursting with love to give to the right family.
Welcome to The Palm Beach Post's Pet of the Week, a series where we feature animals up for adoption in Palm Beach County in hopes of finding them a forever home and bringing a smile to your face.
This week's pet is Professor Plum. Like last week's pets, he is 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 staffers say about Professor Plum's personality:
Dog for adoption: Professor Plum
Age: 5 years old
Weight: 66 pounds
Sex: Male, neutered
Animal ID: A2158799
About him: This sweet boy had a rough past and deserves a good home where someone can appreciate his affectionate nature. He’s a food enthusiast, so he's motivated by treats. Professor Plum is gentle and certain to win your heart. He has a low energy level, so he will make an excellent cuddle companion!
More information: Professor Plum is vocal when inside a crate, but staff said you shouldn't let that deter you. He’s just telling you that he’s excited to be let out so you can have fun together. For more information, you can check out 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 begin 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 begin the process online:
Use Professor Plum's animal ID number to search him on Animal Control's online database.
Click on the "Ready to Adopt? Click Here" link to the right of the pet's photo.
Fill out the 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. Submittal of an online application does not guarantee the pet's availability.
Adoption fees: This month, standard adoption fees are waived at Animal Care and Control. Adoption fees are usually $60 for adult dogs, $75 for puppies and $50 for cats and kittens. Residents of Palm Beach County who are 55 years and older are offered a discounted adoption fee.
Note: All animals adopted from Animal Control will be spayed if female or neutered if male. They will be up-to-date on vaccinations, protected against fleas and ticks and microchipped.
About fostering: If you are not ready for a long-term commitment, you may want to consider becoming a foster. This is a great way to get the feel for becoming a pet parent, and it allows you and your new prospective pet to get to know each other. You can find more information about fostering on Animal Control's website.
Have you adopted one of The Palm Beach Post's pets of the week?
We'd like to track our impact, and potentially feature you in a "where are they now"-style story this year.
If you've adopted a pet featured in this series, tell us about it here: https://forms.gle/nN9w7cmCQRJmVcus6
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Katherine Kokal is a journalist 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 her at [email protected]. Help support our work: Subscribe today!
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