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 Ready to mend a broken heart? Meet our Lonely Hearts members below.

Lonely Hearts Club.

Like many animal shelters, Pintler Pets has longer-term residents that have been patiently waiting for a family and a home for far too long. These lonely hearts have so much love to give and are waiting to meet you!

January 1, 2024 Update: All adoption fees for Lonely Hearts dogs and cats have been generously paid for by a wonderful donor!

*All of our pets are microchipped, vaccinated (age and species based), dewormed and spayed/neutered before adoption.

Please be sure to read our adoption FAQs and familiarize yourself with our adoption process before applying.

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Albert

Male, Shepherd/Pit Mix

Resident since: December 2023
Good in a home with: Other dogs

Meet Albert, a true gentleman embodying his distinguished name with grace and charm. This big fella is not just about looks; he's incredibly smart and quick-witted. His alert nature makes him an excellent guardian, and his sweet disposition ensures he will captivate your heart.

Whether it's a game of fetch in the backyard or a cozy cuddle on the couch, Albert is up for anything that involves spreading joy and love. A family with a spacious environment and a love for outdoor activities would be an ideal match.

Apply for Albert

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Dodger

2 Y/O Male, Yellow Lab/Retriever Mix

Resident since: February 2024
Good in a home with: Dogs, Children

Dodger was a transfer from another rescue and is just the sweetest boy. He is very well mannered and even shows signs of being house trained.

Dodger would make a wonderful family pet and can’t wait to meet you!

Apply for Dodger

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Astro & Jett

1 Y/O Males, Lab Mix

Resident since: February 2024
Good in a home with: Other dogs

Meet Jett and Astro, two sweet and curious souls, both searching for their forever homes. Despite their loving nature and excellent leash manners, they've sadly garnered little interest. With gentle demeanors and weighing in at about 35 pounds each, they are the perfect size for any family!

Astro

Jett

Apply for Astro/Jett

Whiskers

Adult Male, Shepherd Mix

Resident since: February 2024
Good in a home with: Dogs (prefers a home without cats)

Whiskers is a shelter staff favorite with his sweet demeanor and beautiful coloring. This happy boy always has a smile and walks great on a leash. Whiskers is a quiet boy and despite the loud and busy shelter environment, he does not bark.

Home Needs:

  • Fully enclosed yard with a tall fence (at least 6ft)

  • Whiskers must go to a cat-free home

Apply for Whiskers

Ronnie

2 Y/O Female, Cattle Dog Mix

Resident since: June 2024
Good in a home with: Other dogs, prefers a home without children

Ronnie is a sweet girl that just needs a little socialization. She is more than eager to learn new things and walks well on a leash and has a very expressive face! She is very easy to fall in love with.

Apply for Ronnie

  • Baby (Male)

    Resident since: March 2023
    Prefers a home without: Children

    Baby was an owner surrender because of a move. Baby is a large cat who loves snacks and his toys. His rather ample girth is not up for discussion, says Baby! He is self sufficient but likes to be social on his own terms

  • Max (Male)

    Resident since: October 2023

    Max was an owner surrender on 10/04/2023. He is about 2 years and 9 months old. He tends to hide during the day. With time, he will hopefully get used to us. He may do best at being a 'working' cat as a barn or shop cat keeping the vermin population at bay.

  • Melva (Female)

    Resident since: October 2023

    Here it is, two years later, and Melva is still with us. She is still a little bit of a scared-y cat but gets along with all the other cats in the kitten room. She is a calm, sweet soul who would do well in a shop or barn... or your house if you are patient!

  • Toni (Female)

    Resident since: October 2023

    Toni was born to a stray mother in Missoula. She stopped feeding them at 3 weeks old. They were then fostered until they were 7 weeks old. Toni is now old enough to be spayed, updated on her vaccines and ready for adoption. She is cautious whenever a new person comes in the kitten room. She will need a long period of adjustment in her new home. "Time, love and tenderness" as the song goes will win her over....

  • Dabney (Male)

    Resident since: March 2025

    Dabney was a stray found by the middle school in Anaconda on 03/12/2025, and was transferred to Pintler Pets on 04/16/2025. He has no tail, and is already neutered by animal control and the local veterinarian. We don't know much about him yet as he has just arrived... He seems like a sweet boy. He really is outgoing and wants to get out of that isolation kennel and mix with the other cats. Update: Turns out that Dabney is a great lap cat. He also lounges in our outside catio and also loves being in one of our cat towers. We have discovered the Dabney has promoted himself to our unofficial "office cat". He loves people and turns himself inside out on a lap.

  • Kitcat (Senior Female)

    Kitcat is yet another poor soul whose human mom died and there was no one to take her in. She is a sweet, quiet and affectionate girl, with eyes that will drill into you until she gets her treats. Kitcat can have issues with some, but not all cats. She is going on 13 years old. Kitcat likes the canned foods over the dry but will eat both. She also would do well in a quieter environment.