San Andreas, CA…Meet Mipha (A059353), a female Husky mix, about 2 years and 55 pounds. Like her namesake from the Legend of Zelda, Mipha is graceful, striking, and a lover of water. Unlike many Huskies, she heads straight for the play yard pool and happily settles in to splash. With her elegant build and her stunning mismatched eyes—one blue, one brown—she turns heads wherever she goes.

This friendly girl has impressed volunteers with her sweet nature. She sits politely for treats, enjoys brushing, and thrives on affection. She is tidy in her kennel and may have some housetraining, though no guarantees can be made. Mipha also loves hugs, sometimes jumping up to get them, so she may do best in a home without small children.
As with many Huskies, Mipha has a strong prey drive—she has been seen chasing birds—and we have no information on how she does with cats. With other dogs, however, she is generally playful and social, except for the occasional dominant female. She will likely do well with a canine companion. Mipha also has plenty of energy and can pull on leash, but she is eager to learn and will benefit from continued training and structure.

Found wandering near Campo Seco, Mipha had a microchip, but attempts to reach her prior owners were unsuccessful. Now this beautiful girl is ready for a new chapter in a loving home where her spirit, smarts, and playful heart will shine.

To meet Mipha, contact: Calaveras County Animal Services, (209) 754-6509 or animal@calaverascounty.gov
Please use Mipha’s intake number (A059353) when making inquiries.

All dogs available for adoption at the Calaveras Animal Shelter are up to date on their routine vaccinations and will be microchipped. All unaltered dogs must be spayed or neutered before they can go home with you.

Animal Services now has a Fee Flexibility Program!
The shelter is currently over 80% capacity, so adoption fees are reduced: just $40 for dogs and $30 for cats. Cats who arrive at the shelter already altered can be adopted for only $10. With the 55-5-5 Program, adopters age 55+ can adopt a pet over 5 years old for just $5.

Save the Date – Saturday, 9/13, Free Rabies Clinic: FOCAS is hosting a free rabies vaccine clinic on Saturday, September 13, from 9-11:30 AM at Spence Ranch Feed & Supply, 1291 CA-49, Angels Camp,. Dogs must be leashed, cats must be in a crate. Must be a Calaveras County resident.

Calaveras County Animal Services, 901 Jeff Tuttle Road, San Andreas, (209) 754-6509
Shelter and Office Business Hours are Tuesday – Saturday, 10 AM – 4 PM

This announcement is courtesy of the Friends of Calaveras Animal Services (FOCAS) and The Pine Tree.
Photo Credit Ed Ransom