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Lawrence Life February 12, 2026 - 12:07 pm

Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Sparky, looking for Valentine’s love, likes long naps and thoughtful wrestling with other dogs

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Despite being with the Lawrence Humane Society for three months, 2-year-old Sparky has not had any adoption inquiries, and shelter staff members hope that will change for Valentine’s Day.

Lawrence Life February 5, 2026 - 2:00 pm

Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Discerning Dudley is built for the out-of-doors

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Pet of the Week Dudley, a yellow lab, has all the makings of a great en plein air painter — if only he had opposable thumbs.

Lawrence Life January 28, 2026 - 12:44 pm

Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Loverboy Zissou seeks adopter to prevent his first shelter anniversary

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

It’s natural to reflect on love and relationships with Valentine’s Day on the horizon, but Pet of the Week Zissou is looking to stave off a major anniversary with the Lawrence Humane Society.

Lawrence Life January 21, 2026 - 2:59 pm

Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Jasper ready to hit the road, see the world — or nap on the couch

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Like any good best friend, Jasper’s ready to ride out life with you, whether you want to hit the road to get away for a weekend or spend a Friday night on the couch.

Lawrence Life January 14, 2026 - 3:33 pm

Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Maylene is ‘some pig’

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Charlotte’s first message in her famous web, “Some pig,” may as well be about 4-year-old Maylene, whose snorting has been described as unbelievably charming.

Lawrence Life January 7, 2026 - 9:47 am

Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Fritz bored by Douglas County meetings, prefers pup cups

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Don’t let Fritz’s regal appearance fool you. He’s demonstrated that he’ll take a pup cup over a Douglas County staff meeting any day.

Lawrence Life December 31, 2025 - 10:08 am

Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Adzuki is the sweetest senior bean around

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

“Adzuki” refers to red beans and red mung beans, or an equally sweet senior pit bull who would thrive in a home with other dogs.

Lawrence Life December 23, 2025 - 3:18 pm

Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: This holiday, have some warm Coco by the fire

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

A lucky adopter can celebrate the holidays with a warm Coco by the fire.

Lawrence Life December 16, 2025 - 4:45 pm

Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Unflappable brindle shepherd mix Cardi B. is not the drama

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Unlike her namesake, 3-year-old brindle shepherd mix Cardi B. doesn’t have to ask if she’s the drama. She’s guaranteed to be a human’s peace.

Lawrence Life December 3, 2025 - 11:40 am

Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Forget White Fang – La Croix loves prancing in the snow, is house-trained

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

In spite of her rocky origins as an unclaimed stray, La Croix is a ray of sunshine in Lawrence’s snow-ridden landscape.

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