MARVELOUS MARIKA-

Marika is a 10-month-old

female Great Pyrenees

Shepherd mix. She is a big

girl with lots of love to give. Marika gets along with other

dogs and loves to play.

Despite her size, she is a

puppy and still needs basic

training. Her name means 'quiet and careful treasure' in Maori, the native language of

New Zealand.

- Animal Rescue Volunteers is a local nonprofit organiza

tion making a difference in

the lives of hundreds of

abused and abandoned

animals. Visit them at

Petsmart Simi Valley every

Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. for their weekly pet adoptions

or call (805) 579-8047.