Bear is a full-figured, lovable guy who would be at home in just about any household. He’s very friendly and would like to go for lots of walks to lose his extra pounds.

Bear has been at the shelter for just a few days, along with six other dogs who have been transferred up to Tahoe from a shelter in the Central Valley in the hopes of changing their luck. Most are small dogs, Chihuahua, pug, and Maltese mixes, but the shelter also has several other medium size dogs that are waiting for their new homes.

Bear is neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated. Come see him and the other dogs and cats at the El Dorado County Animal Services shelter in Meyers.

Go online to see photos and description of all pets at the shelter.

Call (530) 573.7925 for directions, hours, and other information on adopting a pet.

For spay-neuter assistance for South Tahoe residents, go online.

— Karen Kuentz