Age: 1.

Breed: Shorthaired domestic.

Sex: Female.

Description: Basil has eyes that just promise love and happiness to anyone who adopts her. She really wants a home of her own.

Age: Unknown.

Breed: Domestic shorthair.

Sex: Female.

Description: Skittles is just one of several black kittens who need a home. Her classic black beauty is highlighted by those gorgeous eyes. Skittles is a bundle of energy who needs a place to call her own.

Age: 12-16 months.

Breed: Domestic shorthair.

Sex: Female.

Description: Patty is a brown tabby cat who is very curious. She is very playful and will bring great joy to her new owners.

Age: 2-3.

Breed: Black lab mix.

Sex: Female.

Description: Coco came to the shelter with seven pups. They are now weaned, and she is ready to find a home. She is playful and energetic.

About the Shelter Without Walls foster program: The Humane Society of Johnson County does not have a shelter and cannot accept any animals. Animals are placed with foster families to await adoption.

To adopt: Adoptable pets are available for viewing from 5 to 7 p.m. every Thursday at the Humane Society of Johnson County Pet Center, 3827 N. Graham Road, Franklin.

Costs: All animals have been spayed or neutered, are current on vaccinations, have microchips and have been tested for heartworm or feline leukemia. If they tested negative, they are on monthly preventive medicine. The normal cost to adopt a dog is $125; for cats, it is $100.

Information: Go to www.hsjc.org and select the Featured Adoptable Pet link to see other animals available for adoption. For more information, call (317) 535-6626.

To volunteer: Foster parents are being sought. Send an e-mail to marianhsjc @embarqmail.com for a foster parent package and learn what it's all about. Volunteers are also needed to help out with events or on fundraising and event committees.

Zoobooks offered by Humane Society

You can help both the Humane Society of Johnson County and the Indianapolis Zoo by buying a 2009 Zoobook from the society. For $25, you can buy a Zoobook filled with coupons from pet supplies to dining and entertainment. Proceeds will go to the society and the zoo. While supplies last, you will get a 2008 book with each 2009 book purchased. Purchase five 2009 Zoobooks, and you will get a sixth one free. Zoobooks are available by calling the Humane Society's office at (317) 535-6626, Debbie Myers at (317) 535-7982, or by visiting any society event.