Pet of the Week

>>Hunter (#421599), a 2-year-old pointer mix, has survived some hard times. He was found living in filthy conditions. (The caretakers have been charged with animal cruelty.) Hunter is learning to trust. Now he needs a loving forever home (as do many other animals confiscated with him). To adopt a pet

During November, active and retired military personnel may adopt pets free of charge at Lee County Animal Services. There are many dogs and cats available at Lee County Animal Services, 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers. Call 533-7387 or visit the agency's Web site at www.leelostpets. com, which is updated throughout the day. Adoption applications may be downloaded from the site or completed at the shelter, which is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Please use the animal's ID number when inquiring about it. Adoption fees for dogs run $65-$90. Cats are $50.

>>Hope (#421554), a tortoise-colored female, also was rescued from the My Best Friend facility. She's one year old, healthy and affectionate. Like Hunter, she needs a loving home where she can forget the suffering she endured.