{"id":765,"date":"2025-11-09T12:35:36","date_gmt":"2025-11-09T12:35:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/?p=765"},"modified":"2025-11-09T12:35:36","modified_gmt":"2025-11-09T12:35:36","slug":"meet-dahlia-a-staffy-mix-with-a-big-cuddly-heart-and-lots-of-playful-energy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/?p=765","title":{"rendered":"Meet Dahlia, a Staffy mix with a big cuddly heart and lots of playful energy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div data-article-body=\"true\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Preview all of the adoptable\u00a0pets\u00a0at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.spcaflorida.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:www.spcaflorida.org;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">www.spcaflorida.org<\/a>. To meet or adopt a pet located at\u00a0SPCA\u00a0Florida, stop by the Adoption Center Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Prior to adoption, all\u00a0pets\u00a0are spayed or neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines and come with a month of flea and heartworm prevention. For questions, contact\u00a0SPCA\u00a0Florida\u2019s Adoption Center at 863-577-4615 or\u00a0adopt@spcaflorida.org.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">Dalhia<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Breed:\u00a0<\/strong>American Staffordshire terrier<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Gender:\u00a0<\/strong>Female<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Weight:\u00a0<\/strong>66 pounds<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Age: 3\u00a0<\/strong>years<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Orphaned Since:\u00a0<\/strong>Sept. 12<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Adoption Fee:\u00a0<\/strong>$150<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Meet Dahlia, a stunning 3-year-old Staffy mix with a heart as big as her zoomies! This playful girl loves to start her day with a burst of energy, spinning in joyful circles before settling in for her favorite part: cuddle time. Smart and eager to please, Dahlia already knows her basic commands and is motivated by both treats and toys. Once she&amp;#x002019;s had her fun, she transforms into the sweetest snuggle companion. With her wiggly tail and loving personality, Dahlia is ready to bring endless joy to her forever home.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/iYwPXIgDcqUEC1nEHL7mhA--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTk2MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/the-ledger\/ea0fd15c3b7af9cadb8727d139145fcd\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Meet Dahlia, a stunning 3-year-old Staffy mix with a heart as big as her zoomies! This playful girl loves to start her day with a burst of energy, spinning in joyful circles before settling in for her favorite part: cuddle time. Smart and eager to please, Dahlia already knows her basic commands and is motivated by both treats and toys. Once she\u2019s had her fun, she transforms into the sweetest snuggle companion. With her wiggly tail and loving personality, Dahlia is ready to bring endless joy to her forever home.<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Meet Dahlia, a stunning 3-year-old Staffy mix with a heart as big as her zoomies! This playful girl loves to start her day with a burst of energy, spinning in joyful circles before settling in for her favorite part: cuddle time. Smart and eager to please, Dahlia already knows her basic commands and is motivated by both treats and toys. Once she\u2019s had her fun, she transforms into the sweetest snuggle companion. With her wiggly tail and loving personality, Dahlia is ready to bring endless joy to her forever home.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">Soho<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Breed:\u00a0<\/strong>Mixed breed (large)<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Gender:\u00a0<\/strong>Female<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Weight:\u00a0<\/strong>63 pounds<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Age:\u00a0<\/strong>7 \u00bd years<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Orphaned Since:\u00a0<\/strong>Oct. 6<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Adoption Fee:\u00a0<\/strong>$150<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Soho, a large-breed, mixed brown and white dog, landed at&amp;nbsp;SPCA&amp;nbsp;Florida from another shelter and is pumped to transition into her forever home.&amp;nbsp;Sure, she&amp;#x002019;d thrive best as the only four-pawed pet in a non-farm setting, but that would encourage her to focus her full attention on her humans during outdoor outings and indoor snuggle sessions.&amp;nbsp;Soft toys are no-no&amp;#x002019;s since she views them as treats and may ingest them.&amp;nbsp;So, challenge her chewathons with tough playthings.&amp;nbsp;Stop by the Adoption Center today and adopt Soho to go go to her forever home today.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/3.FSVqzUqLSZFV7Zx7k9jw--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTk2MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/the-ledger\/4b3a5cb74acd8e0b8b7a738c93dadd83\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Soho, a large-breed, mixed brown and white dog, landed at SPCA Florida from another shelter and is pumped to transition into her forever home. Sure, she\u2019d thrive best as the only four-pawed pet in a non-farm setting, but that would encourage her to focus her full attention on her humans during outdoor outings and indoor snuggle sessions. Soft toys are no-no\u2019s since she views them as treats and may ingest them. So, challenge her chewathons with tough playthings. Stop by the Adoption Center today and adopt Soho to go go to her forever home today.<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Soho, a large-breed, mixed brown and white dog, landed at\u00a0SPCA\u00a0Florida from another shelter and is pumped to transition into her forever home.\u00a0Sure, she\u2019d thrive best as the only four-pawed pet in a non-farm setting, but that would encourage her to focus her full attention on her humans during outdoor outings and indoor snuggle sessions.\u00a0Soft toys are no-no\u2019s since she views them as treats and may ingest them.\u00a0So, challenge her chewathons with tough playthings.\u00a0Stop by the Adoption Center today and adopt Soho to go go to her forever home today.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">Ghirardelli<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Breed:\u00a0<\/strong>Domestic shorthair<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Gender:\u00a0<\/strong>Male<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Weight:\u00a0<\/strong>6 pounds<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Age:\u00a0<\/strong>9 months<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Orphaned Since:\u00a0<\/strong>Aug. 29<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Adoption Fee:\u00a0<\/strong>$75<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Ghirardelli, a decadent, delicious chocolate could also describe a brown and white tabby of the same name.&amp;nbsp;Along with his two siblings, this domestic shorthair arrived at&amp;nbsp;SPCA&amp;nbsp;Florida&amp;#x002019;s shelter as part of the Mom&amp;#x002019;s Last Litter program.&amp;nbsp;Ghirardelli, when not working the room in Tinker&amp;#x002019;s Legacy Cattery, may be curled up on a bench or playing hide and seek in one of the pods.&amp;nbsp;Like the candy, this tabby will give his adopters melt-in-your-mouth sweetness when they welcome him home.&amp;nbsp;Other cats at home?&amp;nbsp;No worries.&amp;nbsp;Ghirardelli&amp;#x002019;s mantra, &amp;#x00201c;the more the merrier.&amp;#x00201d;\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/cdyRVd4OWsl6r_25yLjlsw--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTk2MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/the-ledger\/6b3d57b68db9d2d4df6552596dc26937\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Ghirardelli, a decadent, delicious chocolate could also describe a brown and white tabby of the same name. Along with his two siblings, this domestic shorthair arrived at SPCA Florida\u2019s shelter as part of the Mom\u2019s Last Litter program. Ghirardelli, when not working the room in Tinker\u2019s Legacy Cattery, may be curled up on a bench or playing hide and seek in one of the pods. Like the candy, this tabby will give his adopters melt-in-your-mouth sweetness when they welcome him home. Other cats at home? No worries. Ghirardelli\u2019s mantra, \u201cthe more the merrier.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Ghirardelli, a decadent, delicious chocolate could also describe a brown and white tabby of the same name.\u00a0Along with his two siblings, this domestic shorthair arrived at\u00a0SPCA\u00a0Florida\u2019s shelter as part of the Mom\u2019s Last Litter program.\u00a0Ghirardelli, when not working the room in Tinker\u2019s Legacy Cattery, may be curled up on a bench or playing hide and seek in one of the pods.\u00a0Like the candy, this tabby will give his adopters melt-in-your-mouth sweetness when they welcome him home.\u00a0Other cats at home?\u00a0No worries.\u00a0Ghirardelli\u2019s mantra, \u201cthe more the merrier.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">Penelope<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Breed:\u00a0<\/strong>Domestic shorthair<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Gender:\u00a0<\/strong>Female<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Weight<\/strong>: 7\u00a0pounds<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Age:\u00a0<\/strong>3 months<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Orphaned Since:\u00a0<\/strong>Sept. 11<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Adoption Fee:\u00a0<\/strong>$100<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Say hello to Penelope, a gentle and resilient kitty with a heart full of love. She may be a bit shy at first, but with a little patience, and plenty of feather wands, laser lights, and sunny patio time, she&amp;#x002019;ll quickly warm up to you. Recently, Penelope had one of her eyes removed, but she&amp;#x002019;s adapting beautifully and hasn&amp;#x002019;t let it slow her down one bit. This sweet girl is ready to complete her recovery surrounded by love. With her tender spirit and playful charm, Penelope will make a wonderful addition to any home:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.orlandocatcafe.com.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/RuAAezfRuYjjR.3NnjM3Vg--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTk2MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/the-ledger\/90879a009a76fc63e74fe6c061f6ff5e\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Say hello to Penelope, a gentle and resilient kitty with a heart full of love. She may be a bit shy at first, but with a little patience, and plenty of feather wands, laser lights, and sunny patio time, she\u2019ll quickly warm up to you. Recently, Penelope had one of her eyes removed, but she\u2019s adapting beautifully and hasn\u2019t let it slow her down one bit. This sweet girl is ready to complete her recovery surrounded by love. With her tender spirit and playful charm, Penelope will make a wonderful addition to any home: https:\/\/www.orlandocatcafe.com.<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Say hello to Penelope, a gentle and resilient kitty with a heart full of love. She may be a bit shy at first, but with a little patience, and plenty of feather wands, laser lights, and sunny patio time, she\u2019ll quickly warm up to you. Recently, Penelope had one of her eyes removed, but she\u2019s adapting beautifully and hasn\u2019t let it slow her down one bit. This sweet girl is ready to complete her recovery surrounded by love. With her tender spirit and playful charm, Penelope will make a wonderful addition to any home:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.orlandocatcafe.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:https:\/\/www.orlandocatcafe.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">https:\/\/www.orlandocatcafe.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><em>This article originally appeared on The Ledger: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theledger.com\/story\/lifestyle\/pets\/2025\/11\/08\/meet-this-weeks-spca-pets-dalhia-soho-ghirardelli-and-penelope\/87143000007\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Meet this week's SPCA pets: Dalhia, Soho, Ghirardelli and Penelope;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Meet this week&#8217;s SPCA pets: Dalhia, Soho, Ghirardelli and Penelope<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Preview all of the adoptable\u00a0pets\u00a0at\u00a0www.spcaflorida.org. To meet or adopt a pet located at\u00a0SPCA\u00a0Florida, stop by the Adoption Center Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Prior to adoption, all\u00a0pets\u00a0are spayed or neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines and come with a month [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":766,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-765","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-pets-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/765","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=765"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/765\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/766"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=765"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=765"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pe-ts.fun\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=765"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}