Look in those eyes. Come on — just look in those puppy-dog and kitty-cat peepers and say you don’t want to take one of these furry little guys (or gals) home.

Of the 15 adoptable cats and dogs featured in our October slideshow, 12 are still available. So we’re gonna place a little guilt trip on you. But first a quick note: Zappa, the foxhound who appeared on the cover, has a sweet personality and is not interested in hunting or running off — contrary to common perceptions, says Linda Wickham of Hickory Hill Canine Rescue.

Still adoptable:

Baron, a 3-year-old foxhound, Hickory Hill (537-5502)

Maye, a 2-year-old Chow Chow, Richmond SPCA (521-1307)

Oakley, a mixed-breed dog, Hickory Hill

Bojangles, an 18-month-old dog, Hickory Hill

Mattie, a 4-year-old dog, Hickory Hill

Caymus, a 5-year-old Treeing Walker Coonhound mix, Richmond SPCA

Mary, a 1-year-old pastel tortie cat, Cat Adoption and Rescue Efforts (288-9797)

Victoria, a 1 1/2-year-old calico, CARE

Orchid, a 5-year-old shepherd mix, Richmond SPCA

Rina, a 4-year-old Bluetick Coonhound mix, Richmond SPCA

Romeo, a 2-year-old tabby, CARE

Zappa, a 2-year-old foxhound, Hickory Hill

We realize that pets are a big responsibility (many Richmond magazine staffers are owned by cats and dogs), but they also can be a great source of love and comfort. These guys need homes, so please think about it.