Adorable Adoptables: Ichiwawa, Maggie, and Niko!

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Wantagh is the place to be this weekend if you happen to be out searching for your new best friend. Come out and visit Ichiwawa, Maggie, and Niko!

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Niko is a very loving and friendly pitbull.

Photo by: Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter

LI's Adorable Adoptables is a weekly column by Allison Matos, a lifelong Long Island resident who has been advocating animal adoption since 2012. Allison's weekly posts highlight local animals in need of adoption, and cover general animal welfare topics as well.
 
This cute little fellow (pictured left) is Ichiwawa. This chubby 5 year old Chihuahua and his housemate Maggie (description below) were turned into a Long Island town shelter after their owner entered a nursing home. They had no idea what happened to their world. While they are both in need of a forever home, they need not stay together because Ichiwawa is a bit possessive of his big sister. Ichiwawa is currently residing at Last Hope Animal Shelter, and is ready to go home with you today! For more information, check out his webpage.
 
 
Sweet Maggie (pictured right) is between 11 and 12 years old, and this dear soul has the sweetest grizzled face which bears her age and wisdom. She looks like a medium size Shepherd with a small Akita figure (minus the long hair). Maggie is a love, and need not be adopted with Ichiwawa. She needs a quiet, comfy environment (without small kids) where she can enjoy the rest of her days with someone who will cherish her. For more information on adopting Maggie, check out her webpage.
 
 
And right next door at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter you can check out the obsession: Niko!  Do you know those super sweet pitties who have that extra concerned look on their face, making them smile? Well, thanks Niko!  This poor boy was found as a stray and kept by his finder for one week, but the landlord wouldn’t let him stay so the Town picked him up.  Niko is very friendly with people, and loves to meet new friends.  He likes dogs and is very social with them...with cats, he is social, but when a cat hissed at him, he got scared and wanted to leave the room. Gosh, he really is too cute! Niko knows a TON of commands and can even ROLL OVER!!! It’s literally the cutest thing ever to see! Niko is 3 years old, and petite at 46 pounds. We are recommending him for a home with teens, and know that he will be the cutest and most cuddly companion around. Please call for more information: 516-785-5220 or come visit him at: 3320 Beltagh Avenue, Wantagh NY 11793
 
Thanks for reading and please remember to always adopt, never shop...pass it on!