By Haley Mitchell Godwin

“I am an 8.5-month-old micro Frenchie named Romeo. I belong to Kenneth and Mickie Messick of Goshen. So far, I have been a very healthy boy with absolutely no health problems. I love playing in the yard with my fur friends Crazy the Cat and Gixer. Playing in the water is my very favorite thing to do. I love to eat blueberries, bananas, strawberries and Ruffles potato chips.”

Romeo’s owners explained that he is an extremely affectionate companion that has to be close to his humans at all times. He loves to give kisses and has learned how to sit, jump, and fetch. The Messicks said he has a very unique personality, is very easy to love and is a precious part of their family. Romeo is an interesting and entertaining pup, often getting the “zoomies” and always sleeping on his back with all four legs in the air. Romeo cannot stand the sound of power tools and tries to bite any that are fired up in his presence. 

“Pet of the Week,” “Pet of the Season,” and “Pet of the Year” are sponsored by Crenshaw Animal Clinic and Dr. Alethea Gammage of Luverne – (334) 335-5309. Crenshaw Animal Clinic is a full-service small animal clinic that provides comprehensive health care for pets. They offer a full range of services to help keep pets happy and healthy- including vaccine administration, routine preventive care, wellness exams, dental care, allergy care, flea/tick/heartworm control, parasite control, routine surgical procedures, microchipping, early detection, and treatment of a wide range of conditions and diseases with in-clinic diagnostics, ophthalmology, spay and neuter, and more. During the quarterly “Pet of the Season” contest, animals featured in “Pet of the Week” will go head-to-head, and the animal with the most votes will win a personalized prize package from Crenshaw Animal Clinic valued at $250. At the end of the year, all quarterly winners will compete for “Crenshaw Animal Clinic Pet of the Year” and the grand prize. To submit your furry (or scaly, slimy or feathery) friend, visit https://www.luvernejournal.com/pet-of-the-week/#/rounds/1/gallery/enter. If participants have submitted a nomination for a pet, and the pet hasn’t been featured, don’t fret! We have rolled all entries over into the next contest.