Adoption

Gerdy is a gregarious English bulldog, who shows affection to everyone she meets. Although estimated at 6 years old, she is still as wiggly and lovable as a puppy. Gerdy enjoys being petted and, if invited, will climb onto your lap to give kisses! She is comfortable on leash, well socialized and house trained. Gerdy is healthy and, once spayed, ready for adoption. As with all short-muzzled dogs, overheating should be avoided, and regular cleaning of eyes and ears is recommended.

FRANKIE A 2-year-old tabby cat named Frankie had quite a scare Sunday night when he escaped from his caregivers in Fashion Island's parking structure. He had been taken to the mall by the Community Animal Network for an adoption fair. One minute Frankie was under a sport-utility vehicle, but then he vanished. Volunteers combed the bushes and the parking lot seeking to re-rescue Frankie, without success. Searchers returned to the vehicle, hoping to find the missing cat underneath.

Assemblyman Tom Harman and City Councilman Gil Coerper have joined together on an idea that the City Council should waste no time approving: adoption of a Camp Pendleton Marine battalion. Like so many others at Camp Pendleton, members of the 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines -- or the "Thundering Third" -- are among the first to deploy when the government calls on our armed services. They have already have served tours of duty in Iraq. When they are stationed overseas, it is not just the Marines suffering the obvious hardship of being far from home and in such dangerous circumstances.

JUNE is a 2-year-old American Kennel Club-registered purebred beagle. Unable to care for her any longer, June's owners are putting her up for adoption through the Animal Network. "She's a loving people puppy. We live in a condominium on a bluff, and we have a long patio.... It isn't enough to keep her interest. She needs a place to run," her owner, Julie Hume, said. June is in need of an active household, preferably with children or other dogs, who can keep up with her energetic nature.

BABY Baby is a 2-year-old Chihuahua mix that was seen dodging cars at a busy intersection last Saturday by a concerned motorist. The rescuer is working with Community Animal Network, providing foster care. We are waiting for the owner to contact us before Friday, or the lucky little dog will be available to go to a permanent home. We are seeking a home with no other dogs and someone who has the time to enjoy all the love this little dog has to give.

Seth is a sweet little terrier mix who charms everyone. He was found as a stray in February and is sadly overweight. His matted fur weighed him down even further. In fact, he lost 10 pounds when the matting was removed. As his handsome coat grows out, Seth, who is about 8 years old, is also watching his diet and enjoying regular exercise, slowly shedding those unwanted pounds. He is now seeking the right adoptive family to support his healthful new lifestyle. Seth is well-mannered, house-trained and neutered.

A few people and many open hearts have made a big difference for one orphanage in Mexico. For the past 12 years, Jack and Vicki Dishon and Humberto and Emma Macias from Huntington Beach's Seaside Community Church have organized a monthly trip to Tijuana to help the Casa Hogar Ebenezer orphanage. The two couples gather a group of about 12 church members and travel to the home they helped buy and improve. The orphanage is one of very few in Mexico to be accredited, said Jack Dishon, which means it is checked monthly by the government.

The Huntington Beach City Council adopted a proclamation Monday declaring October as National Bullying Prevention Month in Surf City. The Huntington Beach Human Relations Task Force drafted a report on bullying in the city and recommended adoption of the proclamation as a first step in combating bullying. The task force also developed the proclamation, according to a news release. The proclamation encourages schools, students, parents, community organizations and religious institutions to stay aware and find ways to prevent bullying in an effort to make Huntington Beach a safer place for everyone.