Pet of the Week: Enjoy the Christmas lights with Louie!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Louie!
According to Ruttkay, Louie is a 1.5-2-year-old Shepherd/Collie mix. This medium energy dude loves spending time with his people, is smart and has a humble...
Pet of the Week: Bendi is looking for her forever home
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Bendi is a 1-year-old terrier mix with dramatic coloration, from her striped brindle coat to her white tuxedo toes and chest flash. She’s a laid-back, low-energy pet...
Pet of the week: Toby, the gentle giant
CULLMAN, Ala. - Pets are great additions to any family or household, often ending up loving, cherished members of the family. Prospective pet parents often look for a fluffy pal that can play around in the yard but also alert when danger lurks. Lucky...
BONUS Pet of the Week: Applejack is a sweet treat!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare these days, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Applejack is a 1.5-year-old Husky mix with striking heterochromatic eyes. Get ready to play! She’s a medium-to-high energy pet...
Pet of the week: Mya
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mya, an approximately 4-year-old female Labrador mix with an ebony coat and a freckle on her tongue is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Mya was named after a sweet young visitor of the shelter and embodies a spirit of...
BONUS Pet of the Week: Take this Bentley for a spin!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare right now, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Bentley is a roughly four-month-old Terrier mix. Get ready to play: he’s a lively medium-to-high energy pet who’s a...
Pet of the week: Taste the rainbow with Skittles
CULLMAN, Ala. - Grabbing a piece of the rainbow is easier than ever with Skittles, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
Skittles is an approximately 3-year-old Australian Kelpie mix with deep brown eyes, a golden brown coat and large pointed ears that reveal every...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Chevy is ready to run!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare right now, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Chevy is a Catahoula-terrier mix who’s a little over 1 year old, a big athletic fellow with beautiful brindle...
Pet of the Week: Pick a winner with Winnie!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Winnie is a 1.5-year-old German Shepherd mix. She’s a lively-but-not-hyper, medium-energy pet who’s skilled on her leash. She likes to be close to her people, but is...
Pet of the Week: Take a joyride with Maggie Mae!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Maggie Mae is a 2.75-3-year-old Shepherd/terrier mix. She is medium energy, a joyful gal who succeeds in the company of her people. She demonstrates good manners...
Pet of the week: Sweet Tulip
CULLMAN, Ala. - You could certainly try to tiptoe past this Tulip without falling in love, but her magnetic personality and antenna ears are sure to complicate that attempt.
Tulip is an approximately 3-year-old gentle mix of Shepard and Beagle with a short tan and...
Pet of the Week: Plan a playdate with Lil Tootsie!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Lil Tootsie is a 1-1.5-year-old Doxie mix. She is a medium-energy gal who is currently perfecting her leash training skills. She is a gal who loves her...
Pet of the Week: Frolic in the snow with Winter!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Winter!
According to Ruttkay, Winter is a 2-2.5-year-old Siberian Husky. She is a medium-energy sweet girl who does exceptionally well when in the company of her...
Pet of the Week: Make a summertime friend with Jojo!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
JoJo is a 3.5-year-old Feist Terrier mix. He’s a lively-but-not-hyper medium-energy pet who’s skilled on his leash and likes to hang close to his people. He’ll even...
Pet of the Week: Bring home some fun with Blaze!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Blaze!
According to Ruttkay, Blaze is a 2-year-old, medium-energy Blue Heeler mix. He finds solace and fulfillment in the presence of his people and feels the...
‘They pay it back tenfold’
Find your next best friend at the animal shelter
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Tribune has run its Pet of the Week feature with the Cullman County Animal Shelter for quite some time. Pet of the Week is designed to give shelter animals a boost to...
End of year reports: Doggone good news!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week project, created in partnership with the Cullman County Animal Shelter to highlight available animals (especially those who may have been overlooked) and promote pet adoptions, finished 2019 with wonderful news: 98% of the dogs...
Pet of the Week: Bison is looking for somewhere to roam!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Bison is a 2-to-3-year-old Mastiff mix with dramatic striped brindle coloration. He’s a laid-back, low- to medium-energy pet who’s developing good skills on his leash and good...
Pet of the week: Shelly
CULLMAN, Ala. - Shelly, an approximately 10-month-old female Border Collie mix with a dark coal coat, is available for adoption at the Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Shelly is true to her breed, with an enthusiastic outlook on life. Her intelligence makes her a fast learner,...
Pet of the Week: Great news on adoptions, but there’s a Spy in the shelter!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay shared some good news about past Pets of the Week with The Tribune recently, saying, “Whiskey, Jelly Bean and Pumpkin Seed were adopted...Yay!”
Recently-featured pups Peanut and Sugar Pie are still available.
Ruttkay shares this week’s...
Pet of the Week: Let him be your Teddy Bear!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Teddy Bear.
Teddy Bear is an Akita Shepherd mix who is approximately 2 years old. He is a playful and happy boy with medium...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Upgrade your life with Grady!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare this week, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Grady is a Terrier mix who’s a little over a year old, who arrived at the shelter neglected and...
Pet of the Week: Meet Mr. Finch!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Mr. Finch is a 2-year-old Heeler mix. He’s a lively-but-not-hyper, medium-energy pet who’s attentive and athletic, skilled on his leash and has good spatial awareness. He thrives...
Pet of the week: Helen
CULLMAN, Ala. – Helen, an approximately 5-year-old female domestic short hair with a beautiful cream and tabby coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Helen’s name means bright and shining light, which is certainly what she’ll bring to your household when you...
Pet of the Week: Share a smile with Salvatore!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Salvatore!
According to Ruttkay, Salvatore is an approximately 3-4-year-old Corgi mix. He is a medium-energy little guy who practices his great special awareness through his solid...
Pet of the Week: Make some room for Murphy!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Murphy!
According to Ruttkay, Murphy is a 1-year-old hound mix with a medium-energy disposition. He understands leash protocol, as well as respects personal boundaries. Once his...
Pet of the Week: Make friends with Judy!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter‘s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Judy is a 2.5-year-old terrier mix. She’s a laid-back low-to-medium energy pet who seems to prefer human company to anything else. She always has a happy expression...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Try a shot of Whiskey!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has extra love to share, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Whiskey is a 1-year-old German Shepherd/Great Pyrenees mix. He’s a lively-but-not-crazy medium-energy pet with good spatial awareness and fast rising...
Pet of the Week: Dusty Miller!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Dusty Miller!
He’s not crusty or rusty, he’s Dusty! Dusty Miller is his name and wanting to be your new best friend is his...
Pet of the Week: Cuddle up with Echo!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Echo!
According to Ruttkay, Echo is a 1-year-old terrier mix. This low-energy gal always finds much to enjoy out of life, especially when she is with...
Pet of the Week returns! Alana wants to make a splash in your life!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay and Andrea Hudson are proud to announce the reopening of the shelter as they share The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Alana is a 7-month-old Shepherd mix. She’s a lively-but-not hyper medium-energy pet who...
Pet of the week: Arnie
CULLMAN, Ala. - Arnie, an approximately 2-year-old male Labrador and Airedale mix with a charcoal coat, is available for adoption at the Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Arnie is an optimistic fellow, adapting quickly to whatever life has presented him. He displays an air of positivity...
Pet of the Week: You’ll treasure this Pearl!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay let us know that our latest canine friend Champ was adopted! There’s plenty of love to spare at the shelter, though, so here’s a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Pearl is a 1-year-old...
Pet of the week: Meet ‘otterly adorable’ Otter
CULLMAN, Ala. - Otters are often portrayed as silly, goofy, adorably playful things that dart and dash around. The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week shares both name and attributes with the sweet animals. Otter is a beautiful brindle terrier mix currently living at...
Pet of the Week: Meet good boy Rudolph!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Rudolph is a 1.5-year-old terrier mix. He’s a laid-back, low- to medium-energy pet who is skilled at walking on his leash. He is well-mannered and enjoys being...
Pet of the Week: Make your life sweeter with Sweetie!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay and Andrea Hudson are proud to announce the reopening of the shelter as they share The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Sweetie is a 1-year-old bulldog/terrier mix. She’s a laid-back, low- to medium-energy pet...
Pet of the week: Witness the glory of Glory
CULLMAN, Ala. – Glory, an approximately 2-year-old female heeler mix with a coal and chocolate coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Glory is true to her breed, exhibiting a high energy level and classic heeler intelligence. She picked up on leash...
Pet of the week: Add Bocephus to your ‘family tradition’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Bocephus, an approximately 1-year-old male shepherd and Labrador mix with a toasty tan coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Bocephus has held onto his spry puppy energy, making him the perfect match for all your rowdy friends and...
Pet of the week: I’m your Huckleberry!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Huckleberry, a Labrador Retriever who is approximately 5.5 years old with plenty of love to give!
This mild-mannered friend has low-medium energy and is respectful and unassuming as he cherishes your company. He loves all of his toys, especially a ball.
Huckleberry is like the...
BONUS Pet of the Week: Take a walk with Gracie!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare these days, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Gracie is a Terrier mix with a lively-but-not-crazy, medium-energy level. She’s great on her leash, likes to stay close...
Pet of the Week: Relax in the shade with Gramps!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Gramps is a 10-year-old Lab mix. He is a low-to-medium-energy senior who can often be seen in the kiddie pool relaxing and cooling off his paws. He...
BONUS Pet of the Week: Make friends with Moxie!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare this week, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Moxie is a 1.5-year-old plott hound mix. She’s a laid-back, low-to-medium energy pet who’s skilled on her leash. She...
Pet of the Week: Strike up the band with Banjo!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Banjo is a 2-year-old Catahoula/hound mix. He is a medium-energy unassuming dude who has happiness to spare. He is quite an athlete who is a superstar on...
Pet of the Week: Find an adventure with Elliot!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Elliot!
According to Ruttkay, Elliot is a 1.5-year-old, medium-energy Lab/Husky mix. He currently acts as the shelter’s representative. A bit of a celebrity at the moment,...
Pet of the Week: Catch up with Kit!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Kit!
According to Ruttkay, Kit is a 1-year-old, medium-energy Kelpie mix (Australian herd breed). This gal has an alert and energetic nature who minds her manners...
Pet of the Week: Who can resist a Chip?
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay shared with The Tribune our most recent Pet of the Week, Luna, has been adopted. Here she introduces readers to a fun new friend who’s looking for his forever home.
Chip is a 1-year-old...
Bonus Pet of the Week: Become besties with Holly!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare these days, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Holly is a 2-year-old Black and Tan Coonhound mix. She is a low-energy, gentle gal who loves nothing more...
Pet of the Week: Visit the great outdoors with Emmett!
(Photo courtesy of Cullman County Animal Shelter)
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Emmett is an Anatolian Shepherd mix of unknown age. He’s a laid-back low-to-medium energy gentle giant who’s respectful of personal space...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Let Ajax be your hero!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has extra love to share right now, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Ajax is a 1-year-old pit bull mix. He’s a tough-looking, but mild-mannered medium-energy pet who is submissive to...
Pet of the Week: Enrich your life with this Dollar Bill!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Dollar Bill is a 2-3-year-old “pure mix of all Alabama dogs.” He’s an active, medium-energy pet who’s skilled on his leash.
Ruttkay says, “He needs a job; running...
Pet of the week: Moses
CULLMAN, Ala. – Moses, an approximately 2-year-old male chocolate lab with a deep brown coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Moses is a gentle giant, unassuming and quiet as a church mouse. He is quite savvy with a leash, with a...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Make room for Big Red!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has a few extra opportunities for love, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Big Red is a Redbone Hound who’s a little less than 2 years old. He’s a laid-back, low-...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Have yourself a merry little Bob!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has had a wonderful holiday season. Things are going so well, The Tribune’s last Pet of the Week, Bruno, was adopted before our Tuesday paper even hit the newsstands! There are still animal companions waiting for...
Pet of the Week: Rubble – ready to join your Paw Patrol!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Rubble.
Rubble is a fabulous mix of shepherd, Aussie and heeler (or healer!) who is approximately 2.5-3 years old. While being an unassuming fellow,...
Pet of the week: Grady
CULLMAN, Ala. – Grady, an approximately 2-year-old male terrier and hound mix with a dark-toned tricolor coat is available for adoption at the Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Grady is a simple guy with a low-to-medium energy level. He’s sensitive, deeply attuned to the people around...
Pet of the week: Fly high with Maverick!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Maverick, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a male Husky who is approximately 2 years old. He's described as a medium-energy, leash-savvy young male who understands personal space.
While at the kennel he has exhibited mistaken manners, he's exceptionally quiet...
Pet of the Week: Gracie-with the face of Baby Yoda
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Gracie.
Gracie is a Corgi/terrier mix who is just shy of a year old. The sweet girl is a people’s dog often opting to...
Pet of the Week: Jump into summer with Jenny!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Jenny!
According to Ruttkay, Jenny is a 1.5-year-old Russell Terrier mix. She is high-energy cute little friend, still learning about respecting personal space and leash etiquette,...
Pet of the Week: Take off with Flash!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Flash is a 1-year-old Shepherd mix. Get ready to play--he’s a lively medium-to-high energy pet who loves his toys. He’s already getting a grip on leash etiquette...
Pet of the Week: Spend your weekends with Bernie
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Bernie is a 1-year-old basset hound/bully mix. He’s a laid-back, low- to medium-energy pet who’s submissive to his human and great on the leash. He likes following...
Pet of the Week: Edna is ready to play!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Edna is a 1-year-old Heeler mix. She’s a high-energy pet, so get ready for playtime! She loves toys and carries her ball everywhere. She seems to thrive...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Gen Flynn is looking for his best friend
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shared some good news this week:
“Many people in the community have located their lost dogs here at the shelter! Melts your heart when you see mom, dad reunited with their companion dog.”
Ruttkay also reported...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Refresh yourself with a Sprite!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter is getting full, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Sprite is a 4.5-year-old terrier mix. Described as an "animated fellow," he's a medium-energy pet who loves human company. He's great on...
Pet of the Week: Treat yourself to Trixie!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Trixie!
According to Ruttkay, Trixie is an 2.5-3-year-old Terrier mix. She is a medium energy gal who finds comfort in the presence of her favorite people. She...
Pet of the Week: Find laid-back love with Willow!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Willow is a Heeler/Aussie mix who’s just under a year old. She’s a truly laid-back, low-energy pet who’s skilled on her leash and has good spatial awareness....
Pet of the Week: Lucas is seeking a home for the holidays, and beyond!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter staff reported to The Tribune that the shelter has had a good Christmas season so far, with good numbers of pets finding homes, including two entire litters of puppies. There are still canine friends awaiting adoption, though,...
Pet of the Week: Ernie – he’s all ears!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Ernie!
Sweet Ernie, according to Ruttkay, is a 1-1.5-year-old terrier mix with low to medium energy. The handsome boy is well behaved on his...
Pet of the Week: Meet Lil Meg!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Lil Meg is a 2.5-year-old terrier mix. She’s a lively-but-not-crazy medium-energy pet who likes to be close to her people but has good spatial awareness. Ruttkay said,...
Pet of the Week: Relax with Big Jake!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Big Jake is a one-year-old Bullmastiff/Rottweiler mix. He’s a laid-back, low-to-medium energy pet who’s developing good leash skills. He prefers to stay close to his people and...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Help Luna find her forever home
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay informed The Tribune that this week’s original Pet of the Week, Spy, has already been adopted. Additionally, recently featured Sugar Pie just got “hired” as a therapy dog. Thank you to Spy’s and Sugar...
Pet of the Week: Sing a song with Coco!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter‘s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Coco is a 5.5-6-year-old terrier mix. She is a lively medium-energy pet who is becoming skilled on a leash and possesses great spatial awareness. She’s full of...
Pet of the Week: Have yourself a Curly little Christmas!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Curly is a shepherd mix who’s approximately 1.5-1.75-years-old. He’s a lively but not hyper medium-energy pet with a soft temperament. He’s intelligent and attentive to his...
Pet of the Week: Celebrate fall with a big bowl of Stuie!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Stuie is a 1-year-old Shar-Pei mix. He’s an active-but-not-hyper, medium-energy pet with soulful eyes who’s skilled on his leash and has good spatial awareness. He likes to...
Pet of the Week: Share some love with Thena!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Thena!
According to Ruttkay, Thena is an 8-month-old Terrier mix. This sweet little soul is alert, paired with a patient attitude. She cherishes the time spent...
Pet of the Week: Oh, my darling Clementine!
Update: Sweet Clementine has been adopted. ❤️
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Clementine is a 9-12-month-old terrier mix who was undernourished when she arrived at the shelter, but is making up for it...
Pet of the Week: Share some love with Valentine!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter‘s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Valentine is a 2-year-old terrier mix. She is a medium-energy gal who is a favorite with everyone! She has an enormous love for life. She has no...
Pet of the Week: Spring into springtime with Sambo!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Sambo!
According to Ruttkay, Sambo is a 4-year-old Treeing Feist. This medium-energy dude exhibits all the best qualities: a loving companion who loves interacting with his...
Pet of the Week: Relax with Eric!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Eric is a 1.25-1.5 year-old Flat Coated Retriever. He’s a seriously laid-back, low-energy pet whom Ruttkay describes as an, “unassuming fellow who sometimes would like to be...
Pet of the Week: Cupid will make you fall in love!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Cupid is a 4-year-old hound mix. She’s a lively-but-not-hyper, medium-energy pet who’s skilled on her leash and craves human companionship. Ruttkay described her as “meek and unassuming,”...
Bonus Pet of the Week: Enjoy the outdoors with Jasmine!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare these days, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Jasmine is a 5-year-old Shepherd/terrier mix. She is a medium-energy, curious gal who enjoys spending time with her people,...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Fire up your life with Char-Coal!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay told The Tribune its most recent Pet of the Week, Scout, has been adopted, so she shares a bonus canine friend:
Char-Coal is a 5-year-old terrier mix. He’s a laid-back, low- to medium-energy pet whom...
Pet of the week: Howl about with Howard
CULLMAN, Ala– Howard, an approximately 6-year-old male hound mix with a cream and tan coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Howard embodies the simple and quieter ways of life. He maintains a low energy level, and would make the perfect porch-layin’...
Pet of the Week: Mable is looking for her forever home
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Mable is a 1-year-old Beagle/Dachshund mix (Ruttkay called it “a perfect combination!”). She’s a lively-but-not-hyper, medium-energy pet who’s skilled on her leash and cherishes human companionship.
On these...
Pet of the week: Marshall
CULLMAN, Ala. – Marshall, an approximately 2-year-old male Great Pyrenees with a soft cream coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Marshall is a low-energy kind of guy, and prefers to keep a low profile- a bit tricky to do, considering his...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Help Toby find his forever home!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Toby is a 1.75-2-year-old Great Pyrenees mix. He’s a lively-but-not-crazy medium energy pet who’s learning the finer points of leash etiquette and personal space. He enjoys...
Pet of the week: Adventure with Emma
CULLMAN, Ala. – Emma, an approximately 3-year-old female Husky mix is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Despite her breed’s reputation of high-powered work dogs, Emma maintains a stable medium-level of energy; don’t make any mistake in thinking she’s lazy, she is always...
Pet of the Week: Meet your new best Buddy!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Buddy is an 11-month-old Red Tick Hound. He’s an active-but-not-hyper, medium-energy pet who’s skilled on his leash and is especially great around kids. On hot summer days,...
Pet of the Week: Help Darla find her forever home
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Andrea Hudson introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Darla is a 1-year-old husky mix. She’s a laid-back, low- to medium-pet who enjoys life and playing with her toys. She enjoys human companionship and has good...
Pet of the Week: Smell the flowers with Honeybee!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter‘s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Honeybee is a 3.5-4-year-old Walker hound/terrier mix. She is a low-to-medium-energy gal who has the most optimistic personality around! Not only is she brimming with positivity, but...
Pet of the Week: Relax with Mary!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Mary is a 7-8-year-old Sheltie mix. She’s a really laid-back, low-energy pet who’s housebroken and shows every sign of having been someone’s home companion for a long...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Experience the wide open Tundra
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the week:
Tundra is a 2-year-old St. Bernard mix. He’s as big as his namesake, a robust and active medium-energy pet who’s skilled on his leash, with good spatial...
Pet of the Week: PUPPY TIME: Jingles all the way!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Jingles is a puppy, a 4.5-month-old Shepherd mix. She likes to walk and is skilled on her leash. She likes getting out and enjoying the day. Ruttkay...
Pet of the Week: Take some tea with Percy!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Percy is a 6-year-old Great Pyrenees mix. He is a low-to-medium energy humble gentleman who absolutely cherishes his people. He never fails to display his modest attitude,...
Pet of the Week: Find a friend in Waffles!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare these days, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Waffles is a 1.5-2-year-old terrier mix. He is a medium-energy demure fellow who exhibits an extraordinary patience and quiet...
Pet of the week: Becky
CULLMAN, Ala. - Becky, an approximately 2-year-old female Great Pyrenees and Golden Retriever mix with a cream and toasty tan coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Becky is a vision of sunshine, smiling big and surprisingly...
Pet of the Week: This one’s a Dandy!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Dandy is a 1.5-year-old Lab/Terrier mix. He’s a lively-but-not-hyper, medium-energy pet whom Ruttkay calls a “gentleman on his leash.” He craves human company and all kinds of...
Pet of the week: Chase dreams and adventures with MacGyver
CULLMAN, Ala. – MacGyver is a name that since the mid-1980s has been synonymous with spontaneity, cleverness and skill, and it’s a perfect name for The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
MacGyver is a 2-year-old mix of labrador and terrier with a warm tan...
Pet of the Week: Help Ellie find her forever home
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Ellie is an approximately 1-year-old Lab mix. She’s a lively medium- to high-energy canine friend who thrives on human companionship. She’s great on her leash and readily...
Pet of the Week: Enjoy a movie with Polly!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Polly is a 1.75-2-year-old Shepherd mix. She is a medium-energy gentle gal who is a perfect lady while on a leash and demonstrates respect for your personal...
Pet of the Week: Meet super Trooper Tyree!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Trooper Tyree is a 2.5-2.75-year-old shepherd/lab mix. He’s a laid-back, low-energy pet who is quiet in his kennel and has a calm demeanor that has a calming...
