Pet of the Week: Bubba and Mr. Stripes

Everybody needs a Bubba in his life. This cute guy is a basenji mix, which means he’s going to be smart, funny and mischievous. Bubba is 3 years old, the perfect age for a family with active children. Let them wear one another out!

With his satellite-dish ears and striking red merle and white coat, Bubba has a unique appearance. Even better, he is very sweet and gets along with other animals. What’s not to love?

To meet Bubba, visit Orange County Animal Care at 561 The City Drive South, in Orange. His I.D. number is A1085397.

If a cat is more your speed, meet Mr. Stripes. This good-looking gray and white tabby is super-friendly and loves everyone. He gets along with other cats and dogs and is great with kids, too. Mr. Stripes is a neutered domestic shorthair and is 9 years old—just right for someone who wants a cat with a little maturity but plenty of love still to give.

Visit Mr. Stripes at Orange County Animal Care, 561 The City Drive South, in Orange. His I.D. number is A1084306.

Trivia: The basenji hails from the African Congo, where he was used to drive game into nets. The dogs are classified as sight hounds, meaning they are attracted by movement to run down their prey. Being hounds, they are independent, sometimes stubborn and always curious. The basenji isn’t known for barking, but he’s definitely not silent: His sound effects include yodels, howls and shrieks, plus a rare short, sharp “fox bark.” Daily training exercises and a long walk meet this dog’s need for mental and physical challenges.