Today, on National First Responders Day, we want to recognize and thank the dedicated police officers, firefighters, and 911 dispatchers who serve our community with courage and compassion every day. Your commitment keeps Sumner safe—thank you for all that you do!

Trick-or-treating can be a spooktacular time, but let’s make sure we keep it safe and fun for everyone this Halloween!

🕯️ Stick to well-lit streets and use reflective gear or glow sticks.
🚗 Drivers—slow down and watch for little ghosts and goblins!
🍬 Check treats before eating.
🐾 Keep pets indoors if they’re easily frightened by costumes or noise.

**UPDATE – Oreo the cat has been reunited with their owner!**

We had someone drop off a really friendly cat that they found in our city. This cat is very clearly well loved and well taken care of. Our shelter is currently way over capacity, so we are happy to keep the cat here if its owner can come to City Hall to claim it (with proof of ownership), and hopefully this kitty won’t have to be taken to the Shelter.

*PET OF THE WEEK – AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION*

My name is Bella Marie, and I am so happy to be shelter’s featured “Pet of the Week” so hopefully someone will see this and absolutely fall in love with me.

All of the shelter staff tell me that I am the very best-behaved dog at the shelter, and that I’m their very favorite (shhhhhh, don’t tell the other pups in here!). I am so good with kids, that when we have little visitors at the shelter I get to be the one to play with them… and I am so good with dogs, that when a new dog comes into the shelter and needs to be behavior tested, I get that job every time. Yep, I’m pretty awesome.

I came into the shelter a couple of weeks ago, after my owner was struggling with homelessness. He loved me very much and wanted the best for me, so he asked for help to find me a safe and loving home. And while I am loved very much here at the shelter, it is time for me to find a real home where I can live my best life.

So if you are that special someone who has a place in your heart and in your home for this special lady, please contact the Metro Animal Shelter in Puyallup to learn more about the adoption process. Or if you know someone who might be that person, please share this to your page and Bella Marie find a forever family!

*PET OF THE WEEK – AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION*

Lots of people contact the shelter asking if there are little dogs up for adoption, and I want you to know “I’M HERE – COME & GET ME!!!!”

My name is Haru, which means spring and sunshine, and I will most certainly brighten your day. I was brought to the shelter by my family, who loved me very much but unfortunately one of their kids was allergic to me. Bummer.

But here is the good news… my first family was so awesome, they trained me how to use a crate and where to go potty. I love kids and especially love to play with other dogs, so I would be an amazing sister for anyone who likes to play as much as I do.

I am really hoping to go to a house with a fenced yard so I can do my zoomies without you having to worry about me. I am also hoping that my new family would know about how special us pugs are, and that we need a little extra care to be our best self!

Our adorable little buddy Haru is available for meet & greets at the shelter starting at 11 am. Her adoption fee includes spay, microchip, and pet license.

This year we have partnered with the Sumner Bonney Lake School District, the Gordon Family YMCA and East Pierce Fire and Rescue for the Sumner-Bonney Lake Community Toy Box. Together we will be taking donations to help spread holiday cheer to deserving families in our communities. Check out the flyer for more information on how you can get involved and make a difference!