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MEOW Ali is a 9-year-old Domestic Short Hair who loves attention and gives sweet head bumps in return. She can become overstimulated, so she needs a calm, adults-only home with no other pets. Ali may require extra time adjusting to her litterbox setup. Meet Ali at SDHS' Oceanside Campus. Adoption fee: $115 MEOWFallon is a 9-month-old, 6-pound Domestic Short Hair with a beautiful brown tabby coat. Transferred to RCHS through FOCAS, she adores human attention and expresses it with enthusiastic purrs. Fallon can be a bit nervous with sudden movements or loud sounds, but her gentle, loving nature shines through. Adoption fee: $100 WOOF Chupacabra is a 1-year-old, 67-pound Shepherd mix who arrived at RCHS through Friends of County Animal Shelters (FOCAS) after time in a crowded shelter. Though full-grown, he's still a goofy pup at heart — sweet, affectionate, and happiest when leaning in for attention. He isn't interested in toys; he simply wants people and love. Adoption fee: $145 ADOPTABLE PETS HELEN WOODWARD ANIMAL CENTER RANCHO COASTAL HUMANE SOCIETY SAN DIEGO HUMANE SOCIETY WOOFPop Tart is a 3-year-old Border Collie mix who has grown from a shy pup into a playful, affectionate dog. A fast learner who loves treats, belly rubs, and exploring, he'll thrive with patient adopters who can continue his confidence-building training. Pop Tart needs an enclosed area for potty breaks as he learns leash skills. Adoption fee: $165 Focus family Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip, a free veterinary exam certificate and a dog license if residing in a city contracted by SDHS. sdhumane.org/adopt Adoption fee includes microchip identification and registration fee. Pets have been spayed or neutered and have up-to-date vaccinations. 858.756.4117, ext. 1, animalcenter.org Adoption fee includes microchip identification. Pets have been spayed or neutered, examined for good health & temperament, and have up-to-date vaccinations. 760.753.6413, sdpets.org MEOW Destiny is a 2-year-old Domestic Short Hair mix with a sweet, playful nature and a love for interactive toys. She enjoys batting around her favorites and happily balances play- time with affection. Whether she's entertaining herself or soaking up attention, Destiny is sure to charm her future family. Adoption fee: $185 WOOF Cedar is a 16-week-old English Bulldog-Shepherd mix with a happy, playful personality and plenty of puppy energy. He loves staying busy, especially when toys are involved, and is always ready for his next adventure — whether that's chasing a squeaky toy or proudly carrying one around. Adoption fee: $535. Hawthorne Country Store's Chicktopia SATURDAY, MARCH 14 | MULTIPLE LOCATIONS Hawthorne Country Store invites the community to its annual Chick Day, a springtime favorite celebrating backyard chickens and home flocks. Taking place from 9am to 5pm at Hawthorne Country Store locations in Escondido, Fallbrook, and Santee, this free, family- friendly event features more than 100 varieties of baby poultry, offering a unique opportunity to learn about raising chickens at home. Guests can explore different breeds, ask questions, and discover the benefits of backyard chickens, from fresh eggs to natural fertilizer and waste reduction. Hundreds of families attend each year, making it a lively and educational outing for all ages. A special Peep Show preview event will be held the evening before for ticketed guests. 760.746.7816, hawthornecountrystore.com ranchandcoast.com 40 FEBRUARY 2026 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE