This pretty and reserved lady is Makiya. Makiya is a 12-year-old gal who is very calm, and who can live with other dogs, cats, and older kids. She walks very well on a leash. She is housetrained. She’s awesome! She’s happy to go for a walk and keep you company while you do things, and she’s also happy to find a favorite spot to relax. This mild-mannered girlie is ready to move right in and fill up that empty spot in your heart. I’m sure she has an empty spot in her own heart for you to fill. She finds herself at the shelter as a senior because her owner could no longer care for her. She is hard of hearing. She weighs 45 pounds. Can you give Makiya the wonderful retirement home she deserves?

If you are interested in meeting our sweet Makiya, fill out our application at www.responsiblepetcare.org/dogs or in person at the shelter. An approved application is required prior to a meeting.

Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills is a no-kill, non-profit shelter and adoption center for cats and dogs, and the holding area for stray dogs for 12 towns in Oxford County. The shelter is located at 9 Swallow Road in Paris and is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. (Other days by appointment).

Responsible Pet Care operates a thrift shop called Pawsibilities. It is located at 132 Waterford Road in Norway and the store’s hours are Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All the money raised at Pawsibilities supports RPC. For answers to questions about adopting or fostering a pet, or to make an inquiry about a lost animal, call RPC after noon at 743-8679.