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HE BEAUTIFUL TORTIESISTERS were scheduled to

arrive at my foster home just intime for the cover of this issue

of Heart2Home Magazine! A dreamcome true after years of my designingposters and business cards, runningads, and in general turning myselfinside out over the challenge of plac-ing older cats. I was thrilled to landthe cover. However, at the last possi-ble moment I was told it was notgoing to work. Their soon to be ex-foster parent was moving, and toattempt photographing adult cats at abrand-new location produces uselessresults.

Normally Deb, Independent AnimalRescue’s intake person for adult cats,has three to twenty cats needingsomewhere to go. Currently she hadnone. The sisters would need some-where to go in a week, and this long-awaited opportunity was about to flynow! It was suggested that JoanHanley, foster extraordinaire, wouldbe delighted to see one of her currentsix borders be featured.

Joan’s fosters are mostly turned fer-als. People that do trap-neuter-release are special heroes in the ani-mal rescue business. This has beenwhere IAR has really excelled, spay-

ing/neutering over 1,200 cats in feralcolonies this past year alone. Joantakes the hard-luck cats that are rea-sonably friendly and turns them intogreat pets.

If you visit animalrescue.net and goto Adoptable Cats, you will find Violet;mother/daughter team, Roxy and Kiki;the bonded siblings, Daphney andBrutus; and Toby.

What all these cats have in com-mon is that from fending for them-selves they have adjusted very well toindoor life at Joan’s. The reason I amnot mentioning the names of my fos-ter tortie sisters is I have not yet metthem, but their links are:

animalrescue.net/C-07-300R animalrescue.net/C-07-299R

By the time this edition ofHeart2Home is printed they will beready to meet their public and theirpermanent homes! Kody (Dakota),whom I have met, is a mellow,human-oriented, aqua-eyed double-ginger: animalrescue.net/C-12-221

Please do consider adopting a cou-ple of adult cats this spring.

Editor’s note: For all the hard workEmily does for IAR and H2H, we willsurely find her cover!


f ocu s Fostering for

Independent Animal Rescuearticle and illustration by Emily Eve Weinstein

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Independent Animal RescueIAR WAS FOUNDED IN 1994 and is governed by a Board of Directors, managed by elected officers,and supported by over 100 unpaid volunteers. Withno paid positions, 100% of all donations directlysupport animal care and rehabilitation.IARʼs mission is to rescue and provide safe and re-sponsible care for homeless, abandoned, and abused animals. IAR focuses on animal overpopu-lation and abandonment with a four-pronged approach: (1) Rescue and adoption of unwantedand abused animals; (2) funding of spay/neuter; (3) education and outreach of animal welfare to theyoungest members of the community; (4) legislationand lobbying efforts on behalf of animals.For more info: www.animalrescue.net

HE BEAUTIFUL TORTIESISTERS were scheduled to

arrive at my foster home just intime for the cover of this issue

of Heart2Home Magazine! A dreamcome true after years of my designingposters and business cards, runningads, and in general turning myselfinside out over the challenge of plac-ing older cats. I was thrilled to landthe cover. However, at the last possi-ble moment I was told it was notgoing to work. Their soon to be ex-foster parent was moving, and toattempt photographing adult cats at abrand-new location produces uselessresults.

Normally Deb, Independent AnimalRescue’s intake person for adult cats,has three to twenty cats needingsomewhere to go. Currently she hadnone. The sisters would need some-where to go in a week, and this long-awaited opportunity was about to flynow! It was suggested that JoanHanley, foster extraordinaire, wouldbe delighted to see one of her currentsix borders be featured.

Joan’s fosters are mostly turned fer-als. People that do trap-neuter-release are special heroes in the ani-mal rescue business. This has beenwhere IAR has really excelled, spay-

ing/neutering over 1,200 cats in feralcolonies this past year alone. Joantakes the hard-luck cats that are rea-sonably friendly and turns them intogreat pets.

If you visit animalrescue.net and goto Adoptable Cats, you will find Violet;mother/daughter team, Roxy and Kiki;the bonded siblings, Daphney andBrutus; and Toby.

What all these cats have in com-mon is that from fending for them-selves they have adjusted very well toindoor life at Joan’s. The reason I amnot mentioning the names of my fos-ter tortie sisters is I have not yet metthem, but their links are:

animalrescue.net/C-07-300R animalrescue.net/C-07-299R

By the time this edition ofHeart2Home is printed they will beready to meet their public and theirpermanent homes! Kody (Dakota),whom I have met, is a mellow,human-oriented, aqua-eyed double-ginger: animalrescue.net/C-12-221

Please do consider adopting a cou-ple of adult cats this spring.

Editor’s note: For all the hard workEmily does for IAR and H2H, we willsurely find her cover!


f ocu s Fostering for

Independent Animal Rescuearticle and illustration by Emily Eve Weinstein

T

Independent Animal RescueIAR WAS FOUNDED IN 1994 and is governed by a Board of Directors, managed by elected officers,and supported by over 100 unpaid volunteers. Withno paid positions, 100% of all donations directlysupport animal care and rehabilitation.IARʼs mission is to rescue and provide safe and re-sponsible care for homeless, abandoned, and abused animals. IAR focuses on animal overpopu-lation and abandonment with a four-pronged approach: (1) Rescue and adoption of unwantedand abused animals; (2) funding of spay/neuter; (3) education and outreach of animal welfare to theyoungest members of the community; (4) legislationand lobbying efforts on behalf of animals.For more info: www.animalrescue.net


Aphrodite is a uniquelittle puppy. She is glossy,glossy black, with gray mark-ings on her face, chest, andother little accent parts onher body. Sheʼs simply stun-ning. Aphrodite was the lastpuppy born in her litter ofseven on February 21, 2013. The pups are beginning to show personalities and Aphrodite is at the head of the pack with walking and standing. Aphrodite is quiet, but, she has a cute little bark.

Beijo is a medium sized,very handsome, stocky, fitand energetic dog. He is verysweet and loving, playful,smart and eager to please.

Cocoa is a very fast learn-er. In just two weeks she haslearned the commands sit,shake, stay, and drop! Sheʼs aplayful puppy that would love afenced yard to play her favoritegame of fetch. She would be agreat pet for a family with chil-dren that enjoy throwing tennisballs, playing tug, or roughhous-

ing. Cocoa is really great on a leash andnever pulls. Cocoa also lovestreats – a great training perk!

Indepent Animal Rescue’s 11th Annual Painted Chair Auction: July 27 at the American Legion Hall in Chapel Hill.

Puddy Tat: It is hard notto rave wildly about him – that ishow WONDERFUL he is! He isone of the most loving cats wehave ever had the pleasure torescue. PT gives full-on hugswith his paws around yourneck and his little nose givingyou nose kisses. He is also a“Champion Head Bumper”

which makes him a little hard to photo-graph since he is always tryingto head bump the camera too!

Winslow is extremely,intelligent, curious and fun-loving. He loves children andloves to play. Because heʼsso smart he constantlylikes to learn new fun tricksto show off.

Brook is a beautiful, petite patch-work of orange and grey tabby on a back-drop of white. She tends to resemble abobcat in her stature and squarenessof her face. Sheʼs got tiny little fea-tures and is truly cute as a button.She is a kitten with two settings:“on” and “full throttle.” An incredibly curious andplayful kitten, she loves any-thing that might resemble a toy and is always inviting a tussle with her brothersand sisters.

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Wheat-Free Turkey TreatsTails in the KitchenWheat-Free Turkey Treats

Wheat-Free Turkey Treats(dogtreatkitchen.com)

Ingredients:1 cup oat flour* 1- 5 oz. can of flaked turkey**1 cup cornmeal 1/4 cup canola oil1/2 tsp dried sage 2/3 cup water1/4 tsp baking powder Additional flour for rolling

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350o F. In a large bowl, whisktogether the flour, cornmeal, sage, and baking powder. In a foodprocessor, puree the canned turkey and scoop into a smallbowl. Next, stir in the canola oil and water into the pureed turkeyuntil thoroughly combined. Make a well in the flour mixture andpour in the turkey mixture. Knead with your hands in the bowl tocreate a smooth dough ball. Turn onto a lightly floured surface,knead more if needed, and roll out to 1/4-inch thickness. Lightlyspray a baking sheet with cooking spray and place cutouts onthe sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Cool completely on a wirerack. Using a 2-inch cookie cutter, this recipe yielded 2 dozendog cookies. They will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 2weeks or in the freezer for 4 months.* You can make your own oat flour if you don’t normally keep it in your pantry. Take a heap-ing cup of rolled oats, and grind them into a powder, using a food processor. You want tostart with more rolled oats than the final measurement you need, just to be safe that you willhave the correct amount.

* * These homemade wheat free dog treats are very versatile. You can substitute a 5-ouncecan of tuna, salmon, or chicken instead of the canned turkey. If you use canned turkey (oranother variation) in oil, you may need to reduce the amount of canola oil you use. Startwith half the amount, and add as needed.

YOU HEAR A LOT about food allergies inhumans these days, but what about foodallergies in our pets? Have you ever given

thought that what your dog is ingesting may becausing Fido to scratch more than usual?

Even though allergy and grain free dog treats arebecoming more widely available, they can still be

hard to find and/or expensive. I’ve found a great website,

dogtreatkitchen.com, which featuresa section on allergy-free dog treats.Depending on the grain your pooch isallergic to, you may choose a dogtreat recipe specifically baked for yourdog with allergies.

In this issue I feature one of thewheat-free recipes my own dogs enjoy. They areWheat-Free Turkey Treats, but you can make mostdog treat recipes wheat free by substituting thewheat flour with oat flour, rice flour, or any otherwheat free flour.

Bone Appetite!

Susan Graff

Susan Graff is the owner of Whole Lotta Love Dog Walking and Pet Services www.awholelottalovedogwalking.com

upcoming eventsapril19 7 pm - midnight

9TH ANNUAL TUXEDOCAT BALL at the NorthRidge Country Club,6612 Falls of NeuseRoad in Raleigh. Anevening of dancing;entertainment; live andsilent auctions; and araffle for an iPad mini.Benefits SAFE HavenCat Shelter & Clinic. tuxedocatball.org orsafehavenforcats.org

20 10 am - 2 pm

K9-3K DOG WALK atMoore Square in down-town Raleigh. Familyfun benefits the SPCA

of Wake County.spcawake.org

27 & 28FIDO FASHION SHOW -PAWFECTLY HAUTEUNDER THE COLLAR atthe Southern WomensShow at the NC StateFairgrounds in Raleigh.Pawfect Match Rescuewill be hosting a FidoFashion Show.

may4 6 pm

PAWS UNDER THE STARSat the Paws4everLearning Center inMebane. A dinner andauction to benefitPaws4ever. Dinner andbeverages provided by


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Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed 2013 YEAR OF THEVETERINARIAN IN NORTH CAROLINA. The proclamationcommends citizen observance of veterinarians’ impact on the healthand safety of animals and humans. The state joined The NorthCarolina Veterinary Medical Association in recognizing veterinarians’dedication to preserving the human-animal bond and promoting thehighest standards of science-based, ethical animal welfare. Theproclamation states that veterinarians play a vital role in protectingthe quality and security of our nation’s herds and food supply. Thisyear marks the 150th anniversary of organized veterinary medicine inthe United States.

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A BILL WORKING ITS WAY THROUGH the Montana legisla-ture would make it legal to scavenge game found dead on the highway,take it home, and cook it for dinner. Eating roadkill is already legal inAlaska, Wisconsin, New York, Florida, West Virginia and Illinois. InAlaska, roadkill is routinely donated to soup kitchens. PETA, whichopposes most forms of hunting, has pushed states to adopt “roadkillsalvage” legislation. The cattle industry in Montana is opposing thelaw, citing the lack of regulation for salvaged meat. But according toBenjamin Chapman, a food safety specialist with NC State, in a recentABC News story, “The risk is relative depending on the condition ofthe animal and how it was killed.” Chapman indicated that unless yousee signs of spoilage, cooking meat to an internal temperature of atleast 160 degrees should eliminate any chance of illness.

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THE N.C. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CON-SUMER SERVICES ANIMAL WELFARE SECTION has reim-bursed counties more than a half million dollars for spay/neuter pro-cedures for pets belonging to low-income residents in NC in 2012. Themoney was partially funded by fees collected from North Carolina’sAnimal Lovers specialty license plates. The department paid 28 coun-ties $550,235 of nearly $562,500 requested for 9,529 surgeries.Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler, whose retriever Kate isfixed, stated, “Fixing cats and dogs is the best solution to the pet over-population problem in North Carolina. If you want to help with theproblem, consider an Animal Lovers license plate.” According to theN.C. Veterinary Medical Assoc., spaying or neutering decreases therisk of cancer in dogs and cats, decreases aggressive behaviors andeliminates most urine marking.

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PHYDEAUX’s pet supply store in Chapel Hill is expanding to createa nearly 15,000-sq ft store. The store is expanding into the space pre-viously occupied by The Lighting Café at the Galleria ShoppingCenter, 400 S. Elliott Road. Phydeaux first opened in downtownCarrboro in 2002, moved to its Chapel Hill location in 2008 andopened in Raleigh in 2010.

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A NORTH CAROLINA TATTOO ARTIST is at the center ofoutrage from animal lovers all over the U.S. after he inked his 5-month-old purebred American Pit Bull, Duchess, in his basementtattoo parlor in Pinnacle, NC. When Ernesto Rodriguez posted pic-tures of the tattoo on his dog’s stomach on Facebook he received astorm of criticism, complaint and cries of animal cruelty. He claimsthe tattoo can be used for identification and compares it to brand-ing farm animals. An investigator with the state veterinary medicalboard stated that tattooing a pet is not illegal unless it can be con-strued as animal cruelty. Rodriguez claims that his pet was anes-thetized and “didn't feel anything.” The local health departmenthas issued Rodriguez a cease and desist order stating that he stopstattooing until he receives proper zoning permits.

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Mediterranean Deliand Carolina Brewery.Tickets are $25 ad-vance or $35 at door. paws4ever.org

june1 9 am - 2 pm

DOG DAYS OF JUNE atCary’s Fred G. BondMetro Park. Family funwith a raffle, SkyhoundzCanine Frisbee DiscCompetition, dogwash, vaccination andmicrochip clinic, localrescues and more .dogdaysofjune.com

2 3 - 6 pm

7TH ANNUALSMOOCHES FORPOOCHES at EmbassySuites Brier Creek. Wine

and silent/live auctionbenefits PawfectMatch Rescue. pawfectmatch.org

july27IAR’S 11TH ANNUALPAINTED CHAIR AUCTION - AmericanLegion Hall - Chapel Hill.animalrescue.net

27 6:30 - 10 pm

13TH ANNUAL AUCTIONFOR THE ANIMALSbenefits SecondChance at the Prestonwood CountryClub in Cary.secondchancenc.org

mail to : [email protected]

April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month


Max: I am brand new to the res-cue and I am a typical puppy. I needto learn everything there is to life! I am just 12-weeks old but Iʼm goingto be a very big boy according to thevets. I am proving to be a great littleboy. I sleep all night in a crate and I am doing fantastic on my hometraining. If you are looking for apuppy that is super handsome and

will grow into a big boy come on and visit!

Bruiser: I am an older,overweight Yorkie that is in agreat foster home. I am a com-panion dog and want a family tohang out with. I like doing whatyou do! I donʼt have to sleep inyour bed but I would love it if youwould let me. I currently sleep in alaundry basket in my foster parentʼsroom. I love it – I am not so happy

about a crate but give me a laundry basket any day!

O’Malley: I was taken intocustody due to abuse and crueltyfrom my former owner, but I amstill super sweet and very loving. Iam the typical puppy in that I loveto play with other dogs and chewon toys. My picture shows mewearing a splint but I am allgood now and my elbow is awe-some so that means I am ready fora loving home of my own!

Sound Pet’s dogs will be at Woof Gang Bakery’s Family Fun Day, April 27, 12 - 3, at 2012 Boulderstone Way in Cary

Curtis: Have you ever seenan Italian Greyhound Pit Bull

Mix? Sounds like a crazy mix, butthat is what everyone thinks I am. Ihave the head shape of a Pit, butthe body of an Italian Greyhound.I am six-months old and may get

a tiny bit bigger, but will still be asmall dog under 25 pounds. While Ican be a bit timid at first introduc-

tion, I am quite social.

Owen: I am an old countrydog that ended up at the countypound. I was rescued just in time– 20 minutes later and I wouldnʼthave been there to rescue! Myfoster mom thinks Iʼm handsomebut when I walk she gigglesbecause I am bowlegged in frontand pigeon toed in back. I am afull grown big dog on small dog legs. I getalong with dogs, and great with cats and kids.

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Mahoney: I just had surgeryand I did awesome. I am great on justthree legs now and my foster mom saysI am the smartest puppy in the world. I am crate trained and sleep there allnight without a sound. I am almosthouse trained and love toys and play-ing. I just need a committed family to

teach me all the things I need to know. I already know “sit”. See, I am smart!

Bring your dog to the Durham Bulls April 17 and June 19 for Bark in the Park benefiting Second Chance Pet Adoptions


April is a beautiful girl with asassy attitude. She takes a littlewhile to learn to trust and will needa nice quiet home where she canhave her own space. She woulddo best with a buddy to havewrestling matches with and thencurl up together for an afternoonnap. She has excellent litter boxmanners and uses the scratching

post like a champ. Please take a chance on this little girl.

Kaylee : Iʼm a beautiful, ener-getic, intelligent and resilient puppywho is looking for an amazinghome to call my own. I went fromhomeless and injured to being ina loving foster home and havingmy back right leg amputated.Now I can play as hard as Iwant and I donʼt hurt afterward.

I like to spend my free time playing withmy stuffed squeaky toys and my Nylabones.

Loverboy is one of thesweetest cats we have known.He is great with other cats, dogsand even kids. He is extremelyaffectionate and loves belly rubs.Itʼs hard to imagine that anyonewould cast him aside, but he cameto us as a stray with no owner.Please come meet this fantastickitty – he would be a great additionto just about any home.

Charlie is a lazy hound dogwith the sweetest droopy eyes.While Charlie doesnʼt really playwith toys, he does love a boneand will carry it around the housewith him. Charlie would love afamily that will play chase withhim every now and then, andtake him for a nice stroll so hecan discover all of the new smells outside, butalso understand that he is a true couch potato at heart.

Max: Are you looking toadopt a big boy with a bigsmile? Meet Max! He is superfriendly and does well withdogs, cats and kids – thoughhe can be clumsy around tod-dlers. He loves to play withKongs, squeaky toys; and toplay outside with a tennis ball.At the end of the day, he loves nothing more thanto curl up on the couch and enjoy a good belly rub.

Cambria is quiet, gentle,and affectionate. She would bebest in a home without other petsonly because she stresses, butnot because she is mean. If herhome has children, older oneswould be best, since young kidsmight be a bit much for her.She loves nothing more than toshare your lap and a good head scratch. Cambriawould make a lovely addition to your home.

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Vist Best Friend Pet Adoption’s website at www.bfpa.org to search for pets, upcoming adoption events and locations

Dooley is a beautiful youngadult Bully breed mix. He was bornin a BFPA home as part of a litterof 10 puppies. Dooley sure hasgrown into a very handsome dog.He is a fun and lovable dog wholoves to cuddle and be goofy.Dooley loves other dogs andwould love another canine siblingto play with, and/or some human

siblings. Dooley is house trained!

Nala is a nine-month-old ItalianGreyhound mix. She is a veryhappy dog, a good girl who is a bitof a snuggle bug! She wants toknow where you are, but doesnʼthave to be with you every sec-ond. She is happy and playfulwith tons of energy. She willhappily wrestle with her foster

sister all day if allowed and then wantsnothing more than to curl up in your lap for some rest.


Colt is a wonderful youngdog – he is smart and learningquickly. He loves to play, andrunning at the dog park and longwalks are favorite activities. Coltgets along well with other dogsand would love to have a playpartner. Colt has a really cute per-sonality, and adores praise andlove from his humans. He would do

great with children and is housebroken and well trained.

Pepe is a sweet dogwho likes belly rubs and

attention. He has nevermet a biscuit that he didnʼtlike and will do a cute littledance for a treat. He likes

to play and to be han-dled. True to the Chi in

him, Pepe is a comical, entertaining, and loyal littledog, absolutely brimming with personality and likemost Chiʼs he can be quirky and eccentric too.

Lola is a loving and friendly olderdog. She loves to be around peopleall the time. She will go on as manywalks as you have time for inthe day and would thrive in ahome with a fenced yard or ahome that is willing to giveher many walks each day.She is housebroken and has

impeccable house manners. Lola doeswell with children as she is very gentle and respectful.

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Riley is a very sweet dog whohas the energy of a far-youngerdog. He is very smart and wantsto learn. He already knowssit and shake, which we dofrequently to build his confi-dence. We call him “the handholder” because he is reallyhappy to just be near youand have you hold his paw.

The Paws4ever Adoption Center is open Weds & Thurs, 11 - 7 • Fri, 11 - 5 • Sat & Sun, 12 - 4 at 6311 Nicks Road in Mebane


Stars is a one-year-old, femalecalico Domestic Shorthair. Sheis a sweet kitten who can beshy at first but will quickly warmup to you. She loves to playwith humans and other kittensand dogs are OK as long asthey are calm and give her playspace.

Jade is a seven-year-old,female brindle Pit Bull Terrier.Jade has been attending theLife Skills class and has learned“sit” “down” “leave it” and isworking on “touch”. Tug toysare his favorite – he will bring itback, drop it, and wait for youto throw it. Jade walks beauti-

fully on a leash. He will do best in a home withoutother dogs. Come take Jade for a walk!

C.C. is a one-year-old, femalecalico Domestic Shorthair. Sheis a new kitty at Paws4ever, andis shy but very sweet when shegets to know you. C.C. loves toplay with the other kittens andwill even play with dogs aslong as they are sweet to her.

Tortiroll is an 11-year-old, female orangeManx. Youʼll notice that shehas no tail and is alsodeclawed. Although she isnot shy, she likes findinghiding places. If there issomething to do—like play or meet new people—sheʼll come out in a hurry. Tortiroll is very affectionateand loves to play and be petted.

Duncan is a six-year-old,male white Hound. He haspassed Family Dog 1 trainingclass and is house-trained. Ifyou have a fenced-in yard, hewill be very happy and a greatmatch. Duncan loves to bebelly scratched, and appreci-ates toys and treats. He is veryfood-motivated and would love further training. He isa lot of fun, especially if you love rubbing soft ears!

Lisel is a two-year-old, femaleblack Labrador Retriever cur-rently in foster care atBayou Rescue. She is asmaller, wonderful dogtrained and ready for adoption.She is fully vetted, heart wormnegative, and house trained. Shelikes people, kids, dogs, and isok with indoor cats. She can be a little leery of menat first but warms up quickly.

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Adopt? Why Not!IF YOU ARE READY TO MAKE the commitment

for a pet, your first step should be checking outthe local animal shelters and rescue groups foryour new friend. But if you have never been to ashelter or contacted a rescue group, what shouldyou expect and what should you do?

Most of the shelters and rescue groups in theTriangle have a web site with their adoptable ani-mals listed with photos and information. If youdon’t have a specific group or shelter in mind, itwould take a long time to search all those groupsone web site after another. The solution is to visitpetfinder.com where available animals in theTriangle area and all across the country are listedfrom thousands of groups and shelters. Beforelong you should be making a trip or setting up ameeting to visit your prospective new pet.

Here is a short guide to help you with theprocess and find your forever friend.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SHELTER AND A RESCUE GROUP?Animal Shelters are usually run by the countiessurrounding where you live. In some cases theseshelters are run in partnership with a non-profitgroup that oversees the facility and adoptionprocess. Animal shelters are staffed by animal con-trol officers, kennel attendants, medical staff andare usually supported by volunteers. These sheltersrespond to calls of stray or abandoned animals andmust accept any animal that enters the shelter as astray or an owner surrender.

A Rescue Group transfers pets from sheltersand houses them at their facility or throughtheir foster network. Rescue groups are plenti-ful in the Triangle and there are several in thesurrounding counties. You can find a rescueorganization for just about every breed of dog,cat, and all kinds of animals big and small. If agroup does not have a facility where you canvisit, the best way to view an adoptable petthrough a rescue group is to visit their websiteto see their adoptable pets and attend theiradoption events in the community.

Local SPCA groups also run non-profit shel-ters that are typically funded through donationsand grants. SPCAs are staffed with kennel atten-dants, medical staff, adoption counselors andmay even have dog trainers and behaviorists. Allgroups rely heavily on volunteers.

WHAT DOES NO-KILL SHELTER MEAN?Very simply, the shelters that are run by coun-ty or city governments, since they are engageddirectly in the job of animal control, will, inmost cases, euthanize (kill) pets that they iden-tify as sick, unadoptable, or they just do nothave room to house for long periods of time.This is where the rescue groups and independ-ent shelters step up to take on some of theseanimals and work to find them homes. Mostrescue groups are pledged as no-kill organiza-

tions, meaning they only try to find homes forthe pets in their care and do not have facilitiesfor or undertake euthanizing animals. The no-kill movement is very active across the countryand works diligently to educate shelters andgroups to become no-kill organizations.

IS IT BETTER TO ADOPT FROM A KILL SHELTER OR A NO-KILL GROUP?In the big picture, adopting an animal fromany of these groups is a good thing. If you adoptfrom a kill shelter, another animal can be takeninto their adoption program. When you adopt

from a rescue shelter or foster group, thosegroups can pull another adoptable animal out ofa kill shelter.

SO WHAT TO DO NOW?Start making plans to adopt your new bestfriend today of course!

ON THE WEB . . .

Triangle Pet Rescue Info: trianglepetrescue.comSearch Adoptable Pets: petfinder.comSpay Neuter Programs: animalkind.org

DID YOU KNOW ?Some shelters and groups only take in felines and canines,

but many shelters have fish, gerbils, hamsters, and rabbits for adoption.There are all ages of animals ready for adoption

from kittens to cats and puppies to dogs.

The Humane Society of the United States reports that purebreds account for25 to 30 percent of the rescue dog population.

Adoption groups will help with vaccines and deworming, and in manycases, will provide low-cost spaying or neutering services. These are usually

part of the adoption process and fee.

Not all shelters or rescue groups have the same fees but fees for adoptionare lower than purchasing an animal from a breeder or a pet store.

Shelters help people find the perfect pet match.

Many groups offer adoption counseling and dog training courses.

Pets boost an owner’s health and well-being. Blood pressure and cholesterollevels are known to be lowered just by spending time with an animal.

Dog walking or play time at the doggie park give both you and your pet an extra dose of exercise.

Approximately three to four million dogs and cats are euthanized each year according to The Human Society of the United States.

A great way to meet different pets, their owners, and many rescue groups is to attendone of the many adoption events, dog walks, and family pet days scheduledthroughout the summer months in the Triangle. photo by brian less


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