Benny (Pet ID# 34461): The biggest, little cuddle pup I've ever met! Benny (Pet ID# 34461) came with us to EtsyFest this weekend and was everyone's favorite, but somehow he didn't get adopted! Benny looks like a puppy but he's two years old, so he's full grown. All Benny wants is someone to hold him. He's an excellent little snuggler and would make an excellent best friend and sidekick for anyone, kids (definitely, after seeing this guy at EtsyFest!) included. Please contact

The ever-cool K-Pax (Pet ID# 34282) would love to be your new fur-baby! K-Pax (Pet ID# 34282) is a lovely kitty whose charming personality will steal your heart. This kitty loves attention but is also content to lay in the sun on a window sill all day. He needs a forever home with a window of his very own. Are you looking to add some wonderful to your fur family? If you're interested, come by LRAV [4500 Kramer Street, Little Rock] between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturd

Our annual celebration of mothers is approaching, and we have some great gift ideas to share with you! If your mom is an animal lover, or if you have a fur-baby momma in your life who deserves something special this year, these items are sure to inspire. 1.) Thierry Poncelet Dog Pillow I, $68 Source: Fab.com 2.) Mini Dog Necklace in Sterling Silver, $40 Source: Blue Nile 3.) Cat Umbrella, $40 Source: Fab.com 4.) I Love My Rescue Dogs Wine Glasses, $15 Source: Etsy 5.) Crazy D

For those of us who share a home with a feline friend, we know that our fur-baby can be... slightly dramatic. This video captures the thoughts of the cat hilariously. Whatever you do, just remember to pet your kitty with both hands!

Greetings from Mackenzie (Pet ID# 34505): Let her be your "favored one"! Mackenzie (Pet ID# 34505) is a very sweet cat who would love to find a forever home. The name "Mackenzie" means "favored one," and Mackenzie is definitely a staff favorite at the Little Rock Animal Village due to her charming personality. If you're interested, come by LRAV [4500 Kramer Street, Little Rock] between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday. Download our Adoption Form and bring with you to L

Check out the smile on Chai (Pet ID# 34281)! Chai (Pet ID# 34281) is a lab/boxer mix who just loves everyone she meets. A friendly girl who loves playing outside, she'd make a great running buddy, camping companion, or kickball cheerleader. Chai is in the market for a best friend of her very own... are you looking for one too? Please contact the Village if you're interested in Chai (Pet ID# 34281) : (501) 376-3067. You can also download our Adoption Form and bring with you to

Recently a video (http://goo.gl/9vpNbU) has been making the rounds on the Internet about a dog training program in Colorado that pairs shelter dogs with prison inmates, who care for and train the dogs in order to prepare them for forever homes. Did you know Arkansas has a program just like that one? It's called Paws in Prison, and it's currently in over a dozen prisons across the state. There's a video by KATV anchor Janelle Lilley about Paws in Prison below. Created in 2011

Friends of the Animal Village warmly invites you to attend our 2015 Open House & Annual Meeting this Saturday, April 18th at the Little Rock Animal Village (4500 Kramer Street, Little Rock). Open House begins at 4:00 PM. FAV's Annual Meeting begins at 6:00 PM. Wine and refreshments will be served prior to the Meeting. And don't forget—LRAV is doing FREE ADOPTIONS from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM! We hope to see you there! Questions? Give us a shout at FriendsoftheAnimalVillage@gm

Little Augustus (Pet ID# 34299) is ready to give you some lovin'! Augustus (Pet ID# 34299) is a young terrier who was in rough shape when he came to the Little Rock Animal Village. He appeared to have been on his own for quite some time. The staff at the Animal Village have taken great care of him since then and now he's ready to go to a forever home where he can be someone's buddy and be cared for and loved like he deserves! Please contact the Village if you're interested in

Mr Bigglesworth (Pet ID# 33897): Funny name—serious cuddles! Mr. Big (Pet ID# 33897) is a gorgeous, fluffy kitty who loves to be loved on. This snugglebug has been waiting patiently at the Little Rock Animal Village for a forever home. He would really like to find a new best friend he can snuggle with. Are you looking for a cuddle buddy? If you're interested, come by LRAV [4500 Kramer Street, Little Rock] between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday. Download our Adoption