My name is
MJ!

Posted 10 hours ago

Cared for by Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter

Adoption process

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Submit Application

Meet the Pet

Sign Adoption Contract

My basic info

Breed

German Shepherd Dog

Color

Black - with White

Age

2 years 3 months old, Adult

Size

Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)

Weight

–

Sex

Female

Pet ID

57137121

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Hi, I`m MJ! I`ve got a heart full of love and a spirit that just won`t quit. Every day is a new adventure, and I`m always ready to explore. I`m the kind of girl who loves a good game of fetch, but I`m also content to curl up by your side for a quiet evening. I`ve got a zest for life that`s infectious - you`ll find yourself laughing at my playful antics. But don`t let my energy fool you, I`m as sweet as they come. I`ll be your loyal companion through thick and thin. So why should you adopt me? Well, I believe every home needs a bit of MJ magic. I promise to fill your life with joy, laughter, and endless affection. Let`s make beautiful memories together!

Shelter

Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID

57137121

Contact

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Phone

(757) 933-8900

pras-adopt@nnva.gov

Website

http://www.peninsulaanimalshelter.com

Address

5843 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23605

Donation

Donate to This Shelter

Their adoption process

1.
Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2.
Submit Application

3.
Meet the Pet

4.
Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

PRAS supports the Adopter’s Welcome Philosophy in removing unnecessary barriers in the adoption process, and trust that our adopters have come prepared. Our dedicated Adoption Specialists are more than ready to answer any of your questions about the animal you are looking to adopt. We will provide you with the appropriate education for the best success as they transition from our shelter to your home.

Check In
Once you have seen an animal you would like to meet and possibly adopt; you must check in with our front desk team.

Fill out Animal Questionnaire
If you haven’t already done so- you will then be asked to fill out an Animal Interest Questionnaire. Once this is complete hand it back with our front desk staff who will then place your name on our Meet and Greet Board. PRAS does it’s very best to accommodate as many adoptions as we can during our open Adoption Hours.

Once your name has been placed on the board and we have confirmed your meet and greet, you can walk freely through the building until your Adoption Specialist is available to meet with you.

Meet with our Adoption Specialists
You and your Adoption Specialist will then sit down to discuss the animal and it’s known history while housed at PRAS. Then the Specialist will bring the animal in to meet with you. If you and your Specialist agree that this is a good match for you and your family, you will then be able to finalize your adoption the same day.

Make it official
After you have met the animal you are then ready to make them an official member of your family. You will sit down with a guest services staff member to finalize your adoption contract and receive all of the animal’s records.

Find more information about the adoption process and fees here: https://www.nnva.gov/2335/Animal-Adoption

Please visit the shelter to see if there is an adoption special!

Adoption application

https://www.nnva.gov/2335/Animal-Adoption

Go meet their pets

PRAS is excited to welcome guests to our facility.

No Appointment necessary to come and adopt your new best friend.

We do ask that guests adhere to the City of Newport News recommendations regarding Covid-19 and facial coverings.

Seating is available inside and outside of our adoption center while you wait. Please be mindful of others for appropriate social distancing. Hand sanitizer and restrooms available.

Ready to Adopt Your New Companion?
Our PRAS Adoption center is open every day from 12 PM until 5 PM. Saturdays we open at 11:00 AM to allow for guests to adopt a new companion. Tuesdays our Adoption Center is Closed.

When you come into our Adoption Center you are greeted by staff and volunteers who are eager to help you through our adoption process. After you have had a chance to look around at all of our amazing animals for adoption you will then need to complete an Animal Interest Questionnaire if you would like to interact to adopt a particular animal. These forms can be found at the front desk when you enter or can be filled out online prior to coming.

Filling out an adoption survey head of time does not serve as an adoption hold for that animal. PRAS Adoptions are on a first available basis.

PRAS does it’s very best to meet with every interested guest, however time can become a limiting factor. So, if you are serious about adopting, you should plan to arrive when we first open to accommodate for a member of our Adoption Team to sit down with you for an animal meet and greet and complete your adoption in the same day.

Please come visit us at
5843 Jefferson Ave
Newport News VA

We look forward to helping match you up with your next lifetime companion.

More about this shelter

The Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter (PRAS) is a collaborative venture supported by four separate Hampton Roads communities: Newport News, Hampton, Poquoson, and York County. This 30,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility is managed and operated by the City of Newport News on behalf of the four jurisdictions. This "open-admission" shelter contains a full service veterinary clinic and has capacity for approximately 100 dogs and 180 cats, as well as pocket pets and other small companion animals. The shelter's primary responsibilities include holding stray animals until they can be reunited with their owners, rehoming owner-surrendered pets, and facilitating pet adoptions. The shelter also houses animal control offices for the participating jurisdictions.