Who’s a good girl? Two dogs and one cat at Kansas City area shelters all fit the bill

Violet Bridgerton

Breed: Pit bull terrier mix

Age: 2 years old

How can you resist those blue eyes? Violet is the sweetest girl. She’s had a rough life but now she’s ready for good times. She was a stray who showed up in someone’s yard and had a litter of puppies a few days later. Violet is a good walker who doesn’t pull. She is still working on commands and not being scared of loud noises and cars. She needs a good home that can give her the love and attention she deserves after all she has been through.

Fill out an application for Violet, who is under the care of Melissa’s Second Chances. This adorable girl can’t wait to meet you.

Kulina

Breed: Hound mix

Age: 3 years old

This silly girl loves to make people laugh. She loves to entertain herself and is quite playful. There isn’t a toy made that she doesn’t love and watching her toss them around and play bow is sure to put a smile on anyone’s face. Kulina prefers an active lifestyle: walks, hiking and running in the yard. If you are looking for someone to join you in your fitness journey, Kulina could be the match for you. She is also available for a slumber pawty, which is a pre-adoption stay of seven to 10 days to make sure it’s a good fit for everyone. You can meet her today at Wayside Waifs.

Amber

Breed: Domestic shorthair

Age: 1 1/2 years

Looking for a fellow independent spirit to share the adventures of life? Meet Amber. This sweet girl appreciates the simple things in life: quiet space for reflection, tasty treats and good conversation. Like most feline friends, she will need some time to adjust to a new environment but once she acclimates to a routine, she will be your purry best friend. Learn more about Amber at Wayside Waifs. She can’t wait to see you.

To fill out an adoption application for Violet, go to mscrescue.org/adopt/. Melissa’s Second Chances is a nonprofit animal rescue in Shawnee. The group finds homes and safe refuge for animals in need of a second chance to be beloved family pets.

Wayside Waifs is able to welcome visitors without an appointment. To learn about the adoption process and available animals, go here.

This story was originally published February 5, 2025 at 5:00 AM.