(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Gen Flynn is looking for his best friend
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shared some good news this week:
“Many people in the community have located their lost dogs here at the shelter! Melts your heart when you see mom, dad reunited with their companion dog.”
Ruttkay also reported...
Pet of the Week: Cuddle up with Echo!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Echo!
According to Ruttkay, Echo is a 1-year-old terrier mix. This low-energy gal always finds much to enjoy out of life, especially when she is with...
Pet of the Week: Find a hero in Thor!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Thor!
According to Ruttkay, Thor is a 1.5-2-year-old medium-energy Border Collie mix. Thor, known to be a quick learner, is developing super social skills at a lightning-fast...
Pet of the Week: Shake paws with Carl!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Carl!
Carl--Mini Rottie; approx. 1.5 yo; med energy; polite and respectful fellow; likes more than anything, to scoot up close to you, sit and readily give you...
Pet of the Week: Jump into summer with Jenny!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Jenny!
According to Ruttkay, Jenny is a 1.5-year-old Russell Terrier mix. She is high-energy cute little friend, still learning about respecting personal space and leash etiquette,...
Pet of the Week: Help Ellie find her forever home
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Ellie is an approximately 1-year-old Lab mix. She’s a lively medium- to high-energy canine friend who thrives on human companionship. She’s great on her leash and readily...
Pet of the week: Add Bocephus to your ‘family tradition’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Bocephus, an approximately 1-year-old male shepherd and Labrador mix with a toasty tan coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Bocephus has held onto his spry puppy energy, making him the perfect match for all your rowdy friends and...
Pet of the Week: Meet Misty Steele!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the beautiful and sweet Misty Steele, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. She’s a domestic shorthair who is approximately 1-year-old.
This beautiful girl is friendly, curious and outgoing. If you love comfort then get ready, because she enjoys a good...
Pet of the week: Diamond is a girl’s best friend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Diamond, an approximately 1-year-old female Catahoula mix with a calico coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Diamond lives up to her name, enjoying the quiet luxuries the shelter has to offer, treasuring her toys and especially time in...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Relax with Ranger!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare right now, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Ranger is Shepherd/Greyhound mix who’s around 2 years of age. Get ready for some relaxing companionship: this “unassuming fellow,”...
Pet of the Week: Meet Ms. Willa Dean
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Ms. Willa Dean, a gorgeous Siberian Husky who is approximately 3-4 years old. She is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
This sweet lady is best described as having low to medium energy with a hidden talent. Willa Dean’s vocals...
Pet of the Week: Relax with Eric!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Eric is a 1.25-1.5 year-old Flat Coated Retriever. He’s a seriously laid-back, low-energy pet whom Ruttkay describes as an, “unassuming fellow who sometimes would like to be...
Pet of the Week: Molly measures love in time spent together
CULLMAN, Ala. – Molly, an approximately 2-year-old Terrier mix, is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
This happy girl has a medium energy level and measures love by the time you spend with her. Molly thrives on praise and encouragement, willingly accepting new challenges when she knows someone is there...
Pet of the Week: Meet Cookie!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cookie is an Australian Shepherd mix with a calm personality, a love for simple moments and a quiet need for reassurance. She’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Estimated to be around 5-6 years old, she has a medium energy level and does well...
Pet of the week: Meet Sable
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the beautiful, elegant and sweet Sable, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week. She is a shepherd mix who is approximately 5-6 months old.
Sable is sharp girl who loves being in the company of others. She is a medium-energy pup and...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Pay a visit to China Grove!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has a few extra canine friends right now, so volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
China Grove is a beagle mix who’s not quite a year old. She’s a wide-open, high-energy...
Pet of the week: Rex
CULLMAN, Ala. – Rex, an approximately 5-year-old male “bassador” with a toasty caramel coat, is up for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Rex is a low-to-medium energy middle-aged man, who cherishes the time he gets to spend with you. He’s not quite clingy as...
Pet of the Week: Meet Buddy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Buddy is a Golden Retriever/Lab mix, approximately 2 years old, with a calm spirit that makes an immediate impression. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Low-energy and full of quiet charm, Buddy carries himself like an unassuming gentleman with manners in...
Pet of the Week: My fellow Americans, check out Mr. Kennedy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mr. Kennedy, an approximately 3-year-old male "shollie" (shepherd and collie mix) with a dark thick coat, is available for adoption at the Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Mr. Kennedy is truly man's best friend, cherishing the time spent with his handlers at the...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Let this Star shine for you!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare right now, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Star is an approximately 1-year-old Shepherd mix. She’s a lively-but-not-hyper medium-energy pet with a sweet and humble temperament, who’s...
Pet of the Week: Gracie-with the face of Baby Yoda
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Gracie.
Gracie is a Corgi/terrier mix who is just shy of a year old. The sweet girl is a people’s dog often opting to...
Pet of the week: The talented Mr. Higgins
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mr. Higgins is a shepherd mix who is approximately 1 year old. This young boy is an unassuming and remarkable fellow, who loves to be in your company.
He has low/medium energy and extremely respectful of personal space. Think of Mr. Higgins as the perfect...
Pet of the Week: Cut loose with Ivy!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare these days, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Ivy is an 8-12-month-old terrier/hound mix. She’s a lively-but-not-crazy, medium-energy pet who, sadly, has spent most of her short...
Pet of the Week: Meet the regal Alannah
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alannah, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a gorgeous domestic long-hair Calico who is just waiting for you to come scoop her up!
She is approximately 12 weeks old. Her amiable personality reflects lots of common sense and a true...
Pet of the Week: Make friends with Judy!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter‘s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Judy is a 2.5-year-old terrier mix. She’s a laid-back low-to-medium energy pet who seems to prefer human company to anything else. She always has a happy expression...
Pet of the Week: Eric packs plenty of personality into a 15-lb. package
CULLMAN, Ala. – Looking for a little dog with enough personality to fill an entire home? Meet Eric, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
Eric is a Chihuahua-Pomeranian mix estimated to be about 6 months old.
Weighing just 15 pounds, he may be small, but he...
Pet of the Week: Holly Klaus is waiting for you
CULLMAN, Ala. - Holly Klaus is a domestic shorthair tabby, approximately 1 year old, with a gentle presence that quietly draws you in. She’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Amiable and humble, Holly is happiest simply being near you. Whether she is following...
Pet of the Week: Fancy Clancy!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Clancy.
Pretty Clancy is an interesting mix of chihuahua and hound dog. The loving girl is approximately 2.5-3 years old and has low to...
Pet of the Week: Relax with Big Jake!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Big Jake is a one-year-old Bullmastiff/Rottweiler mix. He’s a laid-back, low-to-medium energy pet who’s developing good leash skills. He prefers to stay close to his people and...
Pet of the Week: FiFi the Persian is equal parts playful and poised
CULLMAN, Ala. - FiFi is a 2-year-old Persian cat who brings elegance and affection together in one soft, fluffy package. She’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Playful yet deeply cuddly, FiFi enjoys interacting with her people and is not shy about letting you...
Pet of the Week: Beautiful, vibrant Pearl
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Pearl, a Great Pyrenees with badger markings – The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
This beautiful girl is approximately 1.5 years old. Pearl is classified as having low energy, but she will melt all your problems away!
She loves to sit by...
Pet of the week: Adventure with Emma
CULLMAN, Ala. – Emma, an approximately 3-year-old female Husky mix is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Despite her breed’s reputation of high-powered work dogs, Emma maintains a stable medium-level of energy; don’t make any mistake in thinking she’s lazy, she is always...
Pet of the Week: Loki is pure love
CULLMAN, Ala. - Loki, a 6-8-month-old gray domestic shorthair kitty, is as handsome as he is loving. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
He has a luxuriously thick, soft coat, and his outgoing, playful spirit makes every moment brighter. Whether he’s joining in on...
Pet of the week: Boone
CULLMAN, Ala. - Boone, an approximately 4-year-old male Redbone Hound mix with a warm red coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Boone is a thoughtful fellow, unassuming in his kennel with a low-to-medium energy level. He enjoys a good chance to...
Pet of the Week: PUPPY TIME: Jingles all the way!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Jingles is a puppy, a 4.5-month-old Shepherd mix. She likes to walk and is skilled on her leash. She likes getting out and enjoying the day. Ruttkay...
Pet of the Week: Meet your new best Buddy!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Buddy is an 11-month-old Red Tick Hound. He’s an active-but-not-hyper, medium-energy pet who’s skilled on his leash and is especially great around kids. On hot summer days,...
Pet of the Week: Meet Della, the gentle giant with a heart of gold
CULLMAN, Ala. – Della is the kind of dog who doesn’t need to announce herself; her gentle spirit speaks volumes the moment you meet her.
This 2-year-old Great Pyrenees/Great Dane mix, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is all about calm energy and quiet...
Pet of the Week: Let Peaches be your spring treat!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Peaches is a 2.5-3-year-old Golden Retriever/German Shepherd mix. She’s a lively-but-not-crazy, medium-energy pet who’s quite content relaxing around the office. She also enjoys a little time to...
Pet of the Week: Trouble – he’s no trouble at all!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Trouble.
Trouble is a 2.5-3-year-old Jack Russell terrier mix who was previously named. Despite his name, he is only known to be a precious...
Pet of the Week: Find laid-back love with Willow!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Willow is a Heeler/Aussie mix who’s just under a year old. She’s a truly laid-back, low-energy pet who’s skilled on her leash and has good spatial awareness....
Pet of the Week: You’ll be D-lighted with Annie D!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Annie D. is a heeler mix who’s a little more than 1 year old. She arrived at the shelter with skin issues, which have been tended to,...
Pet of the Week: Olive is a tiny tabby made for companionship
CULLMAN, Ala. – With soulful eyes, unusual coloring and a heart set on companionship, Olive, affectionately known as “Squirrel,” is easy to love. The approximately 3-month-old tabby kitten is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Olive’s shelter résumé is short but persuasive. She has a playful and loving...
Pet of the Week: Bring home some fun with Blaze!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Blaze!
According to Ruttkay, Blaze is a 2-year-old, medium-energy Blue Heeler mix. He finds solace and fulfillment in the presence of his people and feels the...
Pet of the Week: Get a Biggie Bear hug!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter Volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Biggie Bear is an 8-month-old Akita mix. Though he’s just barely past the puppy phase, he’s already a laid-back, low- to medium-energy pet. He’s great on the...
Pet of the Week: Enjoy the Christmas lights with Louie!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Louie!
According to Ruttkay, Louie is a 1.5-2-year-old Shepherd/Collie mix. This medium energy dude loves spending time with his people, is smart and has a humble...
Pet of the Week: Don’t leave Han flying Solo!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
“He’s Han Solo. The owner who had to surrender him called him Hans, but we’re keeping you ‘Star Wars’ fans happy, so come and adopt him! This...
Pet of the week: The one and only Picasso
CULLMAN, Ala. – Picasso, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is a 1-year-old Catahoula Leopard Dog seeking out the perfect person or people to be his family. This majestic lovable pooch is low-energy companion.
He is unassuming fellow who enjoys everyone and every creature...
Pet of the Week: Order up! Meet Soft Taco
CULLMAN, Ala. - Soft Taco, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a beautiful terrier/hound mix who is approximately 3 years old. He is a low- to medium-energy little guy who is truly an unassuming fellow.
He is the type of guy who walks on...
Pet of the Week: Lay back and chill with Marley
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Marley, a Yellow Lab/Terrier mix, who is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. She is approximately a year old and exhibits medium/high energy.
At the moment she is struggling with shelter life. However, once out of her kennel, she’s a different...
Pet of the Week: Let’s go bananas for sweet Hannah!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Hannah.
Hannah is a beautiful 2-year-old shepherd mix who is a quick learner and loves to be engaged in her environment and the people...
Pet of the Week: Help Impy find his forever home
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Tribune welcomes Andrea Hudson from the Cullman County Animal Shelter, who is joining our Pet of the Week partnership, and we thank Donna Ruttkay for the outstanding service she has given to our project and to the shelter’s canine clients.
Hudson...
Pet of the Week: Meet Miss Bea!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay shared some great news: all of the dogs taken to last week’s 2nd Fridays downtown celebration were adopted! Now, she shares a new canine friend with us as The Cullman Tribune Pet of the...
Pet of the Week: Treat yourself to Trixie!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Trixie!
According to Ruttkay, Trixie is an 2.5-3-year-old Terrier mix. She is a medium energy gal who finds comfort in the presence of her favorite people. She...
Pet of the Week: Smell the flowers with Honeybee!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter‘s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Honeybee is a 3.5-4-year-old Walker hound/terrier mix. She is a low-to-medium-energy gal who has the most optimistic personality around! Not only is she brimming with positivity, but...
Pet of the Week: Make your life sweeter with Sweetie!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay and Andrea Hudson are proud to announce the reopening of the shelter as they share The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Sweetie is a 1-year-old bulldog/terrier mix. She’s a laid-back, low- to medium-energy pet...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Help Toby find his forever home!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Toby is a 1.75-2-year-old Great Pyrenees mix. He’s a lively-but-not-crazy medium energy pet who’s learning the finer points of leash etiquette and personal space. He enjoys...
Pet of the Week: Go exploring with Vera!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Vera is a 1-1.5-year-old hound/terrier/Cur mix. She is a low-to-medium-energy gentle-natured gal who is learning about the ends and outs of leash training and is has a...
Pet of the Week: Joyful Agnus
CULLMAN, Ala. - Agnus, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is a young tuxedo domestic shorthair kitty with a playful spark and a subtle, caffeine-like personality.
Approximately 5-6 months old, Agnus is the kind of kitten who can turn almost anything into a game. She is quick to pop up on...
Pet of the Week: Whitaker, a quiet companion with an attentive heart
CULLMAN, Ala. - Whitaker is a red heeler, approximately 2 years old, with a medium to high energy level and an unusually quiet presence that sets him apart. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Whitaker carries himself with an attentive, thoughtful demeanor and...
Pet of the week: Livin’ life in peace with Freida
CULLMAN, Ala. – Freida, an approximately 2-year-old female boxer mix with a funky charcoal and cream coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Freida lives up to her name, which is old German for “peace.” She is a low- to medium-energy girl,...
Pet of the Week: Cool off with Tipper!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Tipper is a 1.5-year-old Great Pyrenees mix. She’s a lively-but-not-hyper, medium-energy pet who is mastering her leash and likes to stay close to her people. On warm...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Refresh yourself with a Sprite!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter is getting full, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Sprite is a 4.5-year-old terrier mix. Described as an "animated fellow," he's a medium-energy pet who loves human company. He's great on...
Pet of the Week: Meet sweet Isabell
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Isabell is a Brittany Spaniel mix who’s around 1.5 years old, a cutie with tiny ears as the result of a medical condition from her puppy days...
Pet of the Week: Socks has an abundance of love ready to share
CULLMAN, Ala. – Socks, an approximately 2-year-old Beagle/Terrier mix, is The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
Socks came to the shelter following a death in his family. Despite that difficult change, this medium-energy fellow remains affectionate, trusting and eager to share his love with someone new.
He is house trained and makes...
Pet of the Week: Frolic in the snow with Winter!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Winter!
According to Ruttkay, Winter is a 2-2.5-year-old Siberian Husky. She is a medium-energy sweet girl who does exceptionally well when in the company of her...
BONUS Pet of the Week: Take a walk with Gracie!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare these days, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Gracie is a Terrier mix with a lively-but-not-crazy, medium-energy level. She’s great on her leash, likes to stay close...
Pet of the Week: Who can resist a Chip?
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay shared with The Tribune our most recent Pet of the Week, Luna, has been adopted. Here she introduces readers to a fun new friend who’s looking for his forever home.
Chip is a 1-year-old...
Pet of the week: Just a lil Peanut
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, Peanut, a terrier mix who is approximately 8 months old.
The lil guy exhibits medium energy but would very much like to spend a lot of time on your lap!
Everything is a wonder and...
Pet of the Week: Oh, my darling Clementine!
Update: Sweet Clementine has been adopted. ❤️
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Clementine is a 9-12-month-old terrier mix who was undernourished when she arrived at the shelter, but is making up for it...
Pet of the Week: Sweet Effie
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Effie!
Effie is a mini Australian Shepherd mix who is approximately 2.5 years old. The sweet, unassuming girl is grateful for all kindness shown...
Pet of the Week: Edith – your new best friend forever
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Edith.
Edith is a trim 1.5-2-year-old terrier mix who does not understand why she is at the shelter and appears lonely. The quiet, shy...
Pet of the Week: Keep up with Lil Zip!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Lil Zip! This wonderful Corgi mix, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is approximately 1 year old and best described as a pup with medium-high energy.
There is nothing is too tough for this fellow! His introduction to the backpack...
Bonus Pet of the Week: Jump into some fun with Jack!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter has a lot of extra love, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Jack!
According to Ruttkay, Jack is a 1-year-old, medium-energy Golden Retriever mix. He exhibits talent on his leash. He...
Pet of the Week: Lucas is seeking a home for the holidays, and beyond!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter staff reported to The Tribune that the shelter has had a good Christmas season so far, with good numbers of pets finding homes, including two entire litters of puppies. There are still canine friends awaiting adoption, though,...
Pet of the Week: Sweet Sally needs a new home
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Sally is a small Beagle who’s around 1.5 years old. She’s a laid-back, low- to medium-energy pet who’s still athletic and may have been in training as...
Pet of the week: Toby, the gentle giant
CULLMAN, Ala. - Pets are great additions to any family or household, often ending up loving, cherished members of the family. Prospective pet parents often look for a fluffy pal that can play around in the yard but also alert when danger lurks. Lucky...
Pet of the Week: Meet the curious Dexter
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dexter is a 2-year-old poodle/wire-haired pointer mix looking for someone to spoil him with love and affection.
He exhibits medium energy and he’s another who’s stolen the hearts of those at the shelter. Dexter is a pup who gives all his attention and love to...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Let Ajax be your hero!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has extra love to share right now, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Ajax is a 1-year-old pit bull mix. He’s a tough-looking, but mild-mannered medium-energy pet who is submissive to...
Pet of the week: Witness the glory of Glory
CULLMAN, Ala. – Glory, an approximately 2-year-old female heeler mix with a coal and chocolate coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Glory is true to her breed, exhibiting a high energy level and classic heeler intelligence. She picked up on leash...
Pet of the Week: Meet peaceful and loving Snow Crystal
CULLMAN, Ala. - Snow Crystal, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a low-energy, 1-year-old Great Pyrenees who is ready for a new home.
She’s a gorgeous girl, as her tail reminds one of ostrich plumage - light and feathery.
Snow Crystal has a peaceful...
Pet of the Week: Lillie Belle’s underbite and big heart make her unforgettable
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Lillie Belle, a 1.5-year-old Australian Shepherd with a heart as bright as her spirit. Medium energy and full of enthusiasm for life, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week is the kind of dog who will keep you company whether...
Pet of the Week: Help Darla find her forever home
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Andrea Hudson introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Darla is a 1-year-old husky mix. She’s a laid-back, low- to medium-pet who enjoys life and playing with her toys. She enjoys human companionship and has good...
Pet of the week: Meet Clifford, not quite the big red dog
CULLMAN, Ala. – Clifford, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is a beautiful, 2-year-old shepherd mix. He is a low-energy, unassuming fellow who wants nothing more than to be with you.
Clifford has a gentle and polite nature, especially when taking food from your...
Pet of the Week: Sadie, a gentle soul
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sadie is a shepherd and wire-haired terrier mix, approximately 1.5 years old, with a medium to high energy level and a heart that finds its peace right beside you. She’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Sadie seeks closeness, not out of...
Pet of the week: Meet Frosty Blue
CULLMAN, Ala. - Frosty Blue isn’t usually associated with sunshine, dandelions and long walks in the park, but The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week is changing that association.
Frosty Blue is a warm and gentle combination of lab and hound; she feels the best...
Pet of the Week: Make your life cooler with Snow!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Snow is an approximately 1-year-old Terrier mix, almost completely white, save for her black nose and one “eyebrow.” She’s a lively medium- to high-energy pet who is...
Pet of the Week: Sambo ready to be the star of your family
CULLMAN, Ala. – Every star has to start somewhere, and Sambo is more than ready for his big break. This handsome 4-month-old tuxedo kitten has all the charm you’d expect from a cat wearing nature’s version of a formal suit. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
While famous tuxedo cats like Dr....
Pet of the week: Shine bright like a Diamond
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week is Diamond, an approximately 1.5-year-old mix of Australian Shepard and pure happiness. Diamond is not just any dog; she's a unique blend of charm and energy, waiting for the perfect companion.
Diamond’s happy disposition makes...
Pet of the Week: Bendi is looking for her forever home
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Bendi is a 1-year-old terrier mix with dramatic coloration, from her striped brindle coat to her white tuxedo toes and chest flash. She’s a laid-back, low-energy pet...
Pet of the Week: Enjoy the day with Val!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Val!
According to Ruttkay, Val is a 1-year-old South Carolina Dog mix. She is a low-to-medium energy gal who stays busy practicing walking on a leash...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Try a shot of Whiskey!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has extra love to share, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Whiskey is a 1-year-old German Shepherd/Great Pyrenees mix. He’s a lively-but-not-crazy medium-energy pet with good spatial awareness and fast rising...
Pet of the Week: Big-hearted Teague
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Teague, a truly special soul wrapped in a handsome German Shepherd exterior. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
At around 3 years old, this intelligent and sensitive fellow embodies everything you could hope for in a loyal companion. He...
Pet of the Week: Marilyn is a quiet observer with a loving heart
CULLMAN, Ala. - Marilyn is a domestic shorthair blonde tabby with a gentle spirit and an affectionate heart. She’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
At approximately 1 year old, Marilyn has a calm, unassuming demeanor that makes her easy to love. She is...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Experience the wide open Tundra
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the week:
Tundra is a 2-year-old St. Bernard mix. He’s as big as his namesake, a robust and active medium-energy pet who’s skilled on his leash, with good spatial...
Bonus Pet of the Week: Enjoy the outdoors with Jasmine!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare these days, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Jasmine is a 5-year-old Shepherd/terrier mix. She is a medium-energy, curious gal who enjoys spending time with her people,...
Pet of the Week: Say hello to Samuel!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Samuel is a 5-year-old Terrier mix. Despite his laid-back pose for the photo, he’s a fairly lively medium-energy pet described as “an unassuming fellow who has remarkable...
Pet of the Week: Tippy Tappy Toes will dance right into your heart!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the wonderfully graceful Tippy Tappy Toes, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
This 2-year-old German Shepherd has medium energy and a special skill: his tippy tap toe dance, particularly when getting ready to go outside! There’s no doubt when he’s...
Pet of the Week: Looking for a sweet treat? Meet sugar Pie!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Sugar Pie is an approximately 1-year-old terrier mix. She’s a laid-back, low-energy pet who craves human companionship. According to Ruttkay, she’s “submissive, respectful, unassuming, appreciative” and stays...
Pet of the week: Look at me! It’s Ricky!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Wanna go fast...well, actually more of a medium pace? Then Ricky – aka Ricky Bobby – is the perfect fit for you!
He is an approximately 3-4-year-old shepherd mix with medium energy. This unassuming fellow is always patient in his kennel but...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Meet your new best Bud!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Donna Ruttkay reports the Cullman County Animal Shelter has a lot of love to go around, so she shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Bud is a 3-year-old rat terrier mix who was surrendered by an owner who could...
