Pets of the Week Available at Lowndes County Animal Shelter

Candace the pit mix and Trixie the feline are looking for loving homes

Apr. 9, 2026 at 11:05am

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A soft, blurred photograph of a playful puppy and kitten cuddling together in a cozy domestic setting, with muted colors and hazy light creating an intimate, dreamlike atmosphere that captures the warmth and affection of the Lowndes County Animal Shelter's Pets of the Week.The Lowndes County Animal Shelter's Pets of the Week, Candace and Trixie, exude warmth and affection, inviting potential adopters to open their hearts and homes to these loving companions.Valdosta Today

The Lowndes County Animal Shelter in Valdosta, Georgia has two Pets of the Week available for adoption - Candace, a chocolate and white pit mix, and Trixie, a one-year-old cat with a few tricks up her sleeve. The shelter is open Tuesday-Friday from noon to 4pm and Monday-Saturday from noon to 3pm.

Why it matters

The Pets of the Week program helps promote pet adoptions and find loving homes for animals in need at the Lowndes County Animal Shelter. Adopting a shelter pet not only provides a home for the animal, but also helps reduce overcrowding and euthanasia rates at local shelters.

The details

Candace is a pit mix described as a loving and loyal friend who is ready to go home with a new owner. Trixie is a one-year-old cat with an adorable half-flip trick that is sure to steal the hearts of potential adopters. Both pets have been spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and are ready for their forever homes.

  • The Lowndes County Animal Shelter is open Tuesday-Friday from noon to 4pm.
  • The shelter is also open Monday-Saturday from noon to 3pm.

The players

Lowndes County Animal Shelter

A local animal shelter located in Valdosta, Georgia that cares for and adopts out dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens in need of homes.

Candace

A chocolate and white pit mix dog available for adoption at the Lowndes County Animal Shelter.

Trixie

A one-year-old cat with an adorable half-flip trick available for adoption at the Lowndes County Animal Shelter.

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The takeaway

Adopting a pet from the Lowndes County Animal Shelter is a great way to provide a loving home for an animal in need while also supporting the important work of local shelters in the community.