Meet Cicada, Anderson County PAWS' Dog of the Week and quite possibly the most overlooked gem in the shelter.

Six Months of Waiting

Cicada has been waiting a little over 6 months for someone to choose him and every day that passes makes less and less sense. If you've walked by his kennel, you may have seen him barking and acting like a total goof. But here's the thing - that's shelter life talking. He's just desperately hoping someone will notice him and take him home.

Meet the Real Cicada

Let him step outside that kennel, though, and you'll meet a completely different dog:

• ✅ Calm and relaxed
• ✅ Affectionate and loving
• ✅ Goofy in the best way
• ✅ Ready to be your best friend

The Perfect Age

At almost 2 years old, Cicada is the perfect mix of:

• Playful — Still has plenty of energy for fun
• Curious — Loves exploring and learning new things
• Eager to learn — Ready for training and bonding

Great with Other Dogs

Cicada greets other dogs politely and enjoys making new friends, making him a great fit for:

• A home with another dog
• Someone looking for an adventure buddy
• Families who want a social, friendly companion

Ready to Go Home Today

Cicada is fully vetted and ready for his forever family:

• ✅ Neutered
• ✅ Heartworm negative
• ✅ Up to date on all vaccines
• ✅ Current on prevention

About His Name

Yes... his name is Cicada. Unlike the real thing, we promise he won't spend all summer screaming—just the occasional happy bark when he's excited to see you!

How to Meet Cicada

If you've been thinking about adding a dog to your family, we'd love to introduce you to Cicada.

Anderson County PAWS
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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