{"id":154306,"date":"2026-02-13T12:56:10","date_gmt":"2026-02-13T12:56:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/154306\/"},"modified":"2026-02-13T12:56:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T12:56:10","slug":"smooches-with-pooches-means-you-can-fall-in-love-and-adopt-one-for-free","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/154306\/","title":{"rendered":"Smooches with Pooches means you can fall in love and adopt one for free!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"text | article-text\">TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) &#8211; Dozens of dogs are wagging and waiting to steal your heart! and thanks to Smooches with Pooches, people can adopt one for free on Valentines Day!<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Smooches with Pooches is set for Saturday afternoon between noon and 5 p.m. Dogs can be adopted for free and that includes vaccines, microchip, spay\/neuter and a bag of Hill\u2019s Science pet food.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"figure-img img-fluid mx-auto d-block\" alt=\"Dogs and cats at the Tallahassee Animal Service Center can be adopted for free on Valentines...\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/4GDT3OHBXJEUHGFFUGRZT5WWPA.png\" width=\"980\" height=\"980\" \/>Dogs and cats at the Tallahassee Animal Service Center can be adopted for free on Valentines Day! Come let one steal your heart!(WCTV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">WCTV and the Tallahassee Animal Service Center team up every week to try to help dogs find their fur-ever homes faster. We call it Furry Friday. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Here are the dogs we are featuring this week:<\/p>\n<p>MEET LEGACY<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"figure-img img-fluid mx-auto d-block\" alt=\"Legacy is hoping to find an active and affectionate family who loves to play hard and nap hard!\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/W3Q6COUNPJFKVNKSRG3LRWYGQU.JPG\" width=\"980\" height=\"735\" \/>Legacy is hoping to find an active and affectionate family who loves to play hard and nap hard!(WCTV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Meet Legacy!<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">This big beautiful boy is still a big goofy puppy!<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">The 8-month-old shepherd mix is Mr. Congeniality and he\u2019s hoping to land in the lap of a loving family.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">He was brought to the shelter after his owner died. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Legacy is smart and working on his sit and other manners and will sit tight for ear rubs and head scratches!<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">He\u2019s looking for an active and affectionate family who will likes to play hard and nap hard. A family who can take in this gentle pup and help him grow into the confident, kind-hearted dog he was always meant to be!<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">You can meet Legacy at Smooches with Pooches at the shelter this weekend and adopt him for free on Valentines Day!<\/p>\n<p>MEET DIESEL <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"figure-img img-fluid mx-auto d-block\" alt=\"Diesel definitely has plenty of doggie kisses to share!\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Q5TX3EQHUJCEJPAXI4FCTOHP44.JPG\" width=\"980\" height=\"735\" \/>Diesel definitely has plenty of doggie kisses to share!(WCTV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Meet Diesel!<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">This big guy is all about busting stereotypes. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">He may look big and tough but he\u2019s really a big teddy bear. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Diesel is into hugs and kisses and is not shy about making new friends. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">He is what they call treat-motivated. Diesel came in as a stray, but clearly has manners. He\u2019ll sit and wait patiently for treats or on a walk he\u2019ll pause and look up to remind you that anytime is a good time for a snack!<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Diesel is ready to find a family of his own where he can settle in, feel safe and start to really shine. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">You can meet Diesel at Smooches with Pooches this weekend at the shelter. He definitely has plenty of doggie kisses to share!<\/p>\n<p>MEET TRUE<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"figure-img img-fluid mx-auto d-block\" alt=\"True is a lap dog in the making!\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/6YBRIASMENCK3C273BGTQ7WRZE.JPG\" width=\"980\" height=\"735\" \/>True is a lap dog in the making!(WCTV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Meet True!<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">This shepherd mix is looking for a true companion who is patient and kind. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">True is very cautious and it will take some time for her to untuck her tail and relax, but when she does, True is a lap dog in the making! <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">She enjoys peace and quiet and soft, sweet talk. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">True likes staying close, and leaning in and like the poem says don\u2019t walk in front of me, don\u2019t walk behind me, just walk beside me and be my friend. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">You can meet True at Smooches with Pooches at the shelter this weekend. If she\u2019s your perfect plus one &#8211; you can adopt her for free on Valentines Day! <\/p>\n<p>MEET ROSIE <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"figure-img img-fluid mx-auto d-block\" alt=\"Rosie is looking for a fresh start and a family who loves the great outdoors!\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/O6KKESACORHT3IAIPE6FVOSMVM.JPG\" width=\"980\" height=\"735\" \/>Rosie is looking for a fresh start and a family who loves the great outdoors!(WCTV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Meet Rosie!<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">This sweet girl was adopted from the shelter as a puppy and unfortunately she\u2019s back. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">She loved life on the farm, but just could not leave the chickens and ducks alone. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Rosie is looking for a new start, a family who loves the great outdoors and has a big backyard where she can romp and run! <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Rosie likes kids &#8230; after all she\u2019s just a kid herself! She is playful and friendly and is hoping her next family is the perfect fit! <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">You can meet Rosie at \u201cSmooches with Pooches\u201d at the shelter this weekend and adopt her for free on Valentines Day!<\/p>\n<p>MEET AND GREET<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">You can meet these dogs and dozens more awaiting adoption at the Tallahassee Animal Service Center. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">It\u2019s located across from Tom Brown Park at 1125 Easterwood Drive in Tallahassee.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">On Valentines Day, all adoptions are free between noon and 5 p.m.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">You can walk through the kennels Wednesday through Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and can also visit by appointment the rest of the week from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Check out all the dogs and cats <a href=\"https:\/\/www.talgov.com\/animals\/asc-adopt\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">available for adoption on the shelter\u2019s website.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>CONGRATULATIONS!<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Doggone. We do not have any Furry Friday adoptions to report this week. 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