Cold Noses, The Florida Times-Union’s weekly pet column, features dogs and cats available for adoption at area government-run animal shelters.

• Jacksonville Animal Care and Protective Services, 2020 Forest St. Call (904) 630-2489 or email jaxpets@coj.net. To view available animals, go to coj.net/pets or facebook.com/jaxanimalcare.

Dreem is a 4-year-old, 65-pound female mixed-breed dog (ID No.A1311893). She is sweet, friendly and, of course, dreamy. She enjoys leash walks. She has a budding modeling career at the shelter, but would love to be the star of family photos.

Jewelz is a 2-year-old, 7-pound female seal point domestic shorthair cat (ID No. A1471773). She has beautiful blue eyes and a sweet, sensitive nature. She is patiently awaiting a loving family.

• Clay County Animal Services, 3984 W. Florida 16, Green Cove Springs. Call (904) 269-6342 or email clayadoptions@claycountygov.com. To view available animals, go to claycountygov.com/community/animal-services or facebook.com/ClayCtyAnimals.

Abe is a 5-year-old, 52-pound male mixed-breed dog (ID No. A0059078336). He has a fun-loving, goofy and energetic personality. He loves snacks and enjoys toys. He is “crate-savvy,” knows the sit command and is learning leash manners.

South Carolina is a 5-month-old, 5-pound male domestic shorthair cat (ID No. A0059102112). He is still warming up to people, but likes snuggles. He wants a home where he can explore windowsills and backyards, then nap in a cozy bed.

• Nassau County Animal Services, 86078 License Road, Fernandina Beach. Call (904) 530-6150. To view available animals, go to nassaucountyfl.com/845/Animal-Services or facebook.com/NassauCountyAnimalServices. Kittens are available for adoption at Petco stores at 463713 Florida 200 in Yulee and 11900 Atlantic Blvd. in Jacksonville; Tractor Supply Co., 463184 Florida 200 in Yulee; and Pet Supplies Plus, 6500 Georgia 40, St. Marys, Ga.

Cobalt is a 3-year-old, 60-pound male mixed-breed dog (ID No, 59074888). He is sweet and affectionate. He thrives on human interaction and is eager to connect. He would love a home where he can be part of the daily routine, from lounging to walks.

Krypton is a 10-month-old, 63-pound male mixed-breed dog (ID No. 59082370). He is lively, playful and bursting with charm and energy, from zoomies to chasing tennis balls. He knows some basic commands like “sit” and “stay” and is eager to learn more.

• St. Johns County Pet Center, 130 N. Stratton Road, St. Augustine. Call (904) 209-6190 or go to sjcfl.us/departments/animal-control. To view available animals, go to petfinder.com/member/us/fl/st-augustine/st-johns-county-animal-control-pet-center-fl751. Friends of the St. Johns County Pet Center has shelter cats available for adoption Saturdays at PetSmart, 1779 S. U.S. 1 in St. Augustine, facebook.com/fosjcpc.

Jimena is a 5-year-old male mixed-breed dog (ID No.79871). He is sweet and friendly and loves to share affection. He loves playing in the yard and snuggling on cozy evenings. He has a joyful spirit and loving heart and would be a loyal friend.

Quartz is a 5-year-old male domestic shorthair cat (ID No. 80307). He is friendly, loving and curious. He loves exploring all the nooks and crannies of the shelter. He eagerly greets visitors, has a lot of love to give and is waiting for someone to share his life.

• Putnam County Animal Services, 174 County Landfill Road, Palatka. Call (386) 329-0396 option #1. To view available animals, go to putnampals.com, bit.ly/2EKoICq or bit.ly/34NqoGB. Adoptable cats are also available at PetSense at 113 Town and Country Drive in Palatka.

Olympia, 1, and Sugar, 3, are female mixed-breed dogs (ID numbers unavailable). They are sweet, happy and love attention. Both like to pick their furry canine friends; how they get along with cats is unknown.

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