Beyond the silliness, Blake is a sweet, sunshine-hearted sidekick who adores people and lives life with tail-wagging enthusiasm. Come meet this splash-happy, smiley sweetheart and see why everyone falls for Blake. 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

Phoebe is in her renaissance era—and she’s doing it in pearls. At 8 years old, this brown tabby came to us as an owner surrender, carrying a whopping 26.6 pounds and facing some skin issues.

Enter: her foster family—her personal glam squad, wellness coaches, and biggest fans. They cleaned her up, loved her up, and crowned her the queen she is, complete with a very fitting pearl necklace draped around her neck like she’s been rich in another life. (Honestly, she probably was.)

Now she’s on a slow, steady glow-up. No crash diets, no shortcuts—just intentional care, gentle movement, and the kind of love that changes everything. She’s already feeling better, moving easier, and stepping into herself more each day.

Phoebe will go home with her own harness and leash—because yes, this girl takes walks now. Leisurely, dignified, pearl-necklace optional but encouraged. She’s not in a rush, and she doesn’t need to be. This is a lifelong journey, and she’s savoring it. She’s now available for adoption from our shelter. 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