Senior Dogs Omega and Rose Seek Forever Home in Yuma
On November 11 the Humane Society of Yuma featured two senior dogs, Omega and Rose, as Pets of the Week and waived adoption fees for them during Adopt a Senior Dog month. The fee waiver reduces an upfront barrier to adoption and gives local families an opportunity to provide permanent homes while easing shelter capacity.
The Humane Society of Yuma highlighted two companion animals on November 11, bringing attention to the needs of older dogs in the community and offering them a clearer path to adoption. Omega and Rose, brought into the shelter together, were named Pets of the Week and qualified for waived adoption fees because November is Adopt a Senior Dog month.
Omega is a 7 year old Rottweiler who weighs 78 pounds and Rose is a 9 year old shepherd who weighs 65 pounds. Both dogs get along with other dogs, walk well on a leash and enjoy human company. They may be adopted together or separately, giving households flexibility in how they expand their families. As Pets of the Week there were no adoption fees for them to join a family.
Practical details make it straightforward for interested residents to follow up. The Humane Society of Yuma is located at 4050 S. Avenue 4 1 2 E, and can be reached at (928) 782 1621. HSOY was open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the time they were featured. The fee waiver applied to all dogs 7 years of age or older during November, removing the adoption charge that can be a barrier for some households.
For Yuma County, the policy choice to waive fees during a themed month has several local implications. Reducing the upfront cost of adopting a pet can broaden the pool of prospective adopters and speed placements for older animals that otherwise spend more time in shelter care. Quicker placements free up space and staff time at the shelter, which can then be directed toward medical care, intake processing and outreach efforts. For families and individuals, the immediate saving on adoption fees can make the financial calculus of pet ownership more manageable, though prospective owners should still plan for ongoing costs such as veterinary care, food and supplies.
The spotlight on Omega and Rose also underscores broader community values around animal welfare and companionship, particularly for seniors and families seeking calm, trained pets. Residents who are considering adoption, or who can help through volunteering or donations, can contact the Humane Society of Yuma to learn how to support placements for senior dogs and other animals in need.
