Meet Miranda! This stunning boxer/lab mix is looking for a forever home.  Miranda came to the shelter after being found as a stray, so we do not know her history. But we do know that she is a calm, affectionate girl who will make a great companion. She loves people and other dogs, so she wouldn’t mind sharing her new home with a canine sibling.  Miranda is equally happy on a walk in the park or just lounging in the shade with her friends. And she is a great age – old enough to have outgrown those puppy habits, but young enough to chase a ball and investigate the world on her walks!  This …

Put away your Sherlock Holmes book! With me by your side, we will start an adventure of our own! My name is Ellie Mae and I'm a 2 1/2 year old red-colored bloodhound. I sniffed my way to ARF as a stray knowing they would connect me to a perfect forever family! I would love to find a family that would love a large breed companion like me. I'm currently staying at the Berea shelter, 390 Barrett Rd., and looking to fill my social card.  Stop down and meet me - perhaps we can take a stroll to the hill and see if we hit it off.  You can also contact my adoption consultant, Paula, at 440-668-6745 …

Etta is a senior cat (about 10 years old) who can be very sweet and loving, but definitely likes things her way. She has gorgeous tortoise-shell coloring and would do well in a quiet home where she can rule the roost. Visit her at Berea Animal Rescue, 390 Barrett Rd., Berea.

Cameron is an adorable 2-year-old, declawed cat with white and black markings. He’s a quiet guy but LOVES attention. He wants you to hold him and he will wrap his arms around your neck to let you know that he doesn’t want you to ever put him down. He’s waiting for a sweet family to come in and fall in love with him. Could that be you? Berea Animal Rescue is at 390 Barrett Rd. in Berea.    

Single, 10-month-old male lab/hound mix seeking individual or family for companionship, mutual adoration, and cuddling. Ear scratches and tennis balls preferred to candlelight dinners and walks on the beach.   Sure to keep you entertained with his goofy antics, this guy is ready for a lifelong commitment and promises to be faithful, forgiving, and fun. If this sounds like the mate for you, come on down and ask for Asher today! Asher loves to explore the world on his walks and is working hard to master his leash manners.  He is equally content to hang out in the shade for tummy rubs. And …

Meet John! This sweet shepherd/retriever mix is looking for a forever family to call his own.   Young John is a classic charmer, a quintessential dog, proof positive of his species’ place as man’s best friend. A bit timid at first, John warms up to people quickly and  goes gaga over belly rubs and butt scratches.  In fact he has been known to sneakily slip his head under your hand when you are not paying attention in a feeble attempt to force a head scratch. And it works every time!  This beautiful boy is both strong and sensitive – what a great combination!  And with such brains and beauty…

Yacko, a 3-year-old male with black and white markings, is sad because he lost his loving home. He is a quiet boy and is unsure about the shelter environment. He does like to be petted and spoken to softly. But volunteers at Berea Animal Rescue are certain he will blossom when given lots of loving attention and a home of his own.  Meet Yacko at the shelter, 390 Barrett Rd., Berea.

Single, 10-month-old male lab/hound mix seeking individual or family for companionship, mutual adoration, and cuddling. Ear scratches and tennis balls preferred to candlelight dinners and walks on the beach.   Sure to keep you entertained with his goofy antics, this guy is ready for a lifelong commitment and promises to be faithful, forgiving and fun.  If this sounds like the mate for you, visit Asher at Berea Animal Rescue, Asher loves to explore the world on his walks and is working hard to master his leash manners.  He is equally content to hang out in the shade for tummy rubs.  And Asher…

Evilyn is a 10-month-old female tabby cat. She loves to play! She wants to run around and explore all day long. She is a petite girl and has a sweet face and adorable tiny ears. She likes lots of attention and can’t wait to find a family that will keep up with her.  Meet Evilyn at Berea Animal Rescue, 390 Barrett Rd., 2-4 and 6:30-8 p.m. weekdays or 1-4 p.m. on weekends.

Jack is a 3-year-old bundle of energy! He’s an all-black cat with lots of love to give. He can’t wait to get out of his cage so he can run around and play and explore. Jack has some special dietary needs so that he can be at his best, as long as he gets his special food he is ready and raring to go. Berea Animal Rescue, 390 Barrett Road, is open 2-4 and 6:30-8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 1-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Meet Elvis -- a true hunk of burnin’ love. This young lab/hound mix is looking for a forever family to call his own. Young Elvis is a classic charmer, a quintessential dog, proof positive of his species’ place as man’s best friend. Elvis goes gaga over the company of people, and can’t get enough belly rubs and butt scratches. In fact, he's been known to sneakily slip his head under your hand when you're not paying attention in an attempt to force a head scratch. And it works every time!  This beautiful boy is both strong and sensitive – what a great combination! And with such brains and …

Winnim, a 5-year-old declawed female, has very pretty white and brown medium-length fur. Winnim is a little cranky and growing more cantankerous and inpatient with shelter living by the day. She needs to find a home so she can start to heal from her long ordeal of losing her home and ending up in a shelter. She started her time at the shelter frightened, but is getting moodier the longer she is there. If you are looking to rescue a cat that needs a home, Winnim is your girl. Berea Animal Rescue is at 390 Barrett Rd. in Berea.

Bartok is a sweet, 2-year-old cat who has all black fur except for a few white sprinkles here and there. He does not enjoy being in his cage, but he’s trying to make the best of it. He knows that soon enough he will find a great family to appreciate his fun personality and adorable face. He can’t wait to meet you! Berea Animal Rescue is at 390 Barrett Rd. in Berea.

Meet Diezel!  This sweet shepherd came to ARF looking for a second chance and is eager to find his forever family. Diezel is a friendly, loving dog who will make a great addition to any home.   No longer a puppy, Diezel is at that great age where he enjoys playing and exploring the world, but also loves to relax and cuddle. And he loves people and other dogs too! What a great mix!   Diezel is eager to learn and would excel in obedience or agility training. He is currently learning his leash manners and will be a pro in no time. If you would like to give Diezel his second chance at a loving …

Meet Daisy!  This beautiful Elkhound/husky mix came to ARF as a stray. Now she is longing to find a forever family who will give her a loving and stable home. Daisy is everything you could ask for in a dog – affectionate, playful and oh-so charming.  She loves everyone that she meets – human and canine alike!  In fact, she would even consider sharing her new home with a canine brother or sister.   Daisy is brushing up on proper doggie manners and will be a pro in no time.  At somewhere around 5 years old, she is a quick learner who is eager to please.  Most of all, Daisy just wants to find …

Darth Vader is a 2-year-old male with all black fur. He loves to talk and wants your full attention! He is a cool guy who needs your reassurance and would really prefer to be the only cat in the house. He likes to play and be petted by anyone he can get his paws on.  He's waiting for a home at Berea Animal Rescue, 390 Barrett Rd., Berea. Hours to visit Darth and his feline friends are 2-4 and 6:30-8 p.m. weekdays and 1-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

Abbey is a sweet 5-year-old, declawed tabby cat. She adores adults and children and wants to be the center of attention! She lost her loving family and she really hopes to be in a new home soon. She has a tiny meow that is just adorable. Visit Berea Animal Rescue and hear Abbey purr her way into your heart. The shelter is at 390 Barrett Rd. in Berea.

Meet Jazzie -- a young lab/spaniel  mix to keep you company on walks, entertain you with a goofy grin and share your couch for a good movie.  This beautiful girl loves everyone she meets – human and canine alike – and would love nothing more than to have a home to call her own.  Around 7 months old, Jazzie is new to the Berea ARF shelter. Jazzie came to ARF as a stray and hoped that her family would come to get her.  That was not to be, however, so now she is ready to find a loving forever home.  Jazzie could use some work on her leash manners, but we understand that it’s hard to keep all of …

Sunday, a 3-year-old long-haired cat, has tortoiseshell coloring and is declawed. She loves attention, just not from other cats! She is tired of being in her cage and really wants more people to visit her so she can charm them with her pretty face and sweet personality.  Visit her at the Berea Animal Shelter, 390 Barrett Road, Berea. Hours are 2-4 and 6:30-8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 1-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

It’s really cute how Frankie adores being petted and getting belly rubs -- he’ll roll right over for more! Frankie has tested positive for FIV, but there’s nothing scary about that. He’s healthy and happy; numerous studies show that FIV-positive cats often live long and symptom-free lives. The stigma surrounding FIV cats comes from lack of knowledge, which makes it harder for them to find a home. FIV falls into the same category as the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). FIV is a lentivirus, meaning it is species-specific and can’t be spread to humans or dogs. The virus progresses slowly and …