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CARTERVILLE (WSIL) -- If you're looking for a new playmate this summer, there are plenty of puppies and kittens looking for their forever home.

Merry is a Miniature Pinscher mix who is 2 1/2 years old and weighs about 12 pounds. Merry is full of life and ready to play. You can learn more about her at PAW's Place Adoption Center in Anna.

Joplin is a male kitten at the City of Salem Animals Control Kell, and he gets friendlier and more beautiful as he grows. You can get to know him by contacting the shelter in Kell.

Ruby is a 2-year-old Beagle who is good with other dogs. She has big beautiful eyes that will mesmerize you. She is up for adoption at Jefferson County Animal Control in Mt. Vernon.

Miss Gray is a cat who is the second-longest adult resident at Finding Forever Animal Rescue. She is very photogenic and looking for a calm household but, she doesn’t mind other animals. You can contact the shelter in Marion for Miss Gray.

Chase is a kitten who is about 12-weeks-old and loves to play. He is up for adoption at the Wayne County Humane Society in Fairfield.