Leader pet of the day: Roo

Like the luscious dunes of an exotic desert landscape, Roo and his gorgeous-colored coat will fill your heart with awe. This extremely sweet pit bull terrier/Rottweiler mix is just 1-year-old and is looking for love.

Daily exercise is required for this big boy, as well as an adult home, or one with older teens around. Roo is a very jolly guy, and his expressive face with those cute floppy ears will charm you to the core.

Still pretty much a pup, this fellow will need some training... what a great way to bond and learn together!

Come on down to the shelter and get to know Roo, A056159. The sands of time keep falling and your new best friend could be just down the street!

The Burbank Animal Shelter is located at 1150 N. Victory Place, Burbank. Call (818) 238-3340. Open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed major holidays.

To view pets, visit www.thevbas.org. Adoption fees: dogs, $104; cats, $78; bunnies, $30. Prices include spay or neuter, vaccinations and microchip.

-- Courtesy of the Burbank Animal Shelter