Lovely Pepper, a 10-month-old, female Plott hound, is our pet of the week. Plotts are an athletic breed of dog of medium size so we’re looking for an active home for this puppy. She is very sweet, affectionate and very smart so training her should be a breeze, but she is an adolescent and has that puppy energy. Plotts also get along well with other dogs. Pepper is currently in a foster home so please contact the shelter if you would like to set up and appointment to meet her.

If you’d prefer a cat, you can’t go wrong with Benny, an eight-year-old, rag doll mix who inherited those beautiful blue eyes. We’re looking for a special angel for Benny, he suffers from diabetes and needs daily insulin injections, but there is a possibility that this may be able to be discontinued. However, he is a charming, personable fellow who enjoys playing, is affectionate and quite the purrer.

Save the date for the next nail clinic that will take place on Saturday, April 6 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.; walks-ins only, $20 cash or check. And May 11 is the date of the next visit by All Pet’s Medical Center. If you would like to schedule an appointment for your pet please contact them at 508-743-8338.

We are also looking for jewelry donations for our annual Garden Party. We will accept any type of jewelry in any condition. Donations should be dropped off at the shelter during business hours.

Did you know the nail clinic started up again in January and continues the first Saturday of every month.

The Animal Shelter of Martha’s Vineyard is here for our community. We’re always available and our door is always open should your adoption not be a perfect fit. Also, if anyone is in need of cat food, dog food, or a crate, we have plenty and are happy to share. The Island Food Pantry also has pet food for those in need. Just give us a call during regular shelter hours.