Winston is a true unicorn in dog form. This one-and-a-half-year-old 56lb Husky mix has heterochromia, a rare condition that gives him one amber eye and one icy blue. It’s as if he’s carrying two skies inside him: one lit with golden sunset, the other cool as a mountain morning. Beyond his magical looks, Winston is sweet, social, and wonderfully well-mannered, which he has shown off at adoption events. He walks beautifully on leash, knows his commands, and loves both people and pups. Rare as a unicorn, real as your new best friend! Española Humane is open to walk-in adopters 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday at 108 Hamm Parkway in Española. Visit www.espanolahumane.org. Courtesy/EH

She may still have a few kibble crumbs on her chin and that wide-eyed “caught snacking” look, but Mel has more than earned her treats. This sleek, all-black beauty first came to us as a young mama transferred in from another organization with six kittens in tow. While her babies went off to foster, Mel stayed behind to heal—fighting through a tough upper respiratory infection. Now, for the first time, it’s her turn to be the one cared for, cherished, and chosen. Mel is one-year-old, 8lbs, and she is tender and sweet with both people and other cats; she’s ready for her new life to begin! Española Humane is open to walk-in adopters 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday at 108 Hamm Parkway in Española. Visit www.espanolahumane.org. Courtesy/EH