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intentions when bringing their pets along for a ride, but even on a
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a parked car. Plan your trips carefully if taking your pets along
for the ride. If you will have to leave them unattended in the car,
even for only a few minutes, it is best to leave them at home.
If you have adopted a pet from a shelter or rescue group, or if
you have rescued an abandoned pet, please send us your story to
share with our readers. Success stories are heartwarming and can
even encourage others to adopt. You can find our contact infor-
mation online at www.TriadHappyTails.com.
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animal shelter or rescue organization, please be sure to read the
article on page 42 of this issue. As Becky Gering of Carolina
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about the benefits and who knows. . .you might just decide that
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August2011Vol. 2, No. 2
8 AnimalRescue&FosterProgramA Shabby Paw for Fundraising
10CalendarofEventsUpcoming August Events
13 AsktheVetFleas and Ticks
37SuccessStorySurfer Joe
38TrainingTips A Commitment to Training
42FosteringAnimalsSaving Lives by Creating Space in Shelters and Rescue Groups
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PublisherBeverly Beck and Associates, Inc.
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Publishers / EditorsDeb Printup
Jennifer Frazier
Art Direction / DesignJennifer Frazier
Deb Printup
PhotographyZoe Zen Photography - Cover
Ken Sykes
CartoonsTeresa Davidson
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Brooke Schwabenton, DVMHeather BohananPeggy McLeod
Sharon Gray
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Christi BanksDistributechEileen Riley
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Our Mission Statement:Triad Happy Tails Magazine is focused on the plight of homeless animals and is dedicated to promoting adoptions from local animal shelters and rescue groups. We provide a pictorial and informational directory of animals that are ready to adopt from the shelters and rescue orga-nizations in the greater Triad area.
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We have always tried
to think outside the
box when it comes
to fundraising.
Our organization,
the Animal Rescue & Foster Program
(ARFP), is quickly approaching 20 years
old. We held a golf tournament for 11
years, have held a book sale for 12 years,
have held a purse sale for 4 years and,
for the first time ever, will hold a denim
sale on August 20th, 2011. We had heard
about Golden Antiques and Treasures
and decided to investigate and see if a
partnership could be a winning situation
for ARFP.
Golden Antiques & Treasures,
located at 4537 Highway 220 North in
Summerfield, was opened in November
of 2009 by Kevin and Wendy Golden.
It is 24,000 square feet of antiques,
furniture, artwork, vintage décor,
clothing, photography and much more.
The building is divided up into over 70
booths and is open seven days a week
and often holds community events with
wine tastings and live music. On any
given day you will see a plethora of
vendors moving new things into their
booths to “freshen” up their booth’s
look. One of the things that was most
appealing to us was their “Animal
Friendly” signs hung at the entrance. It
was welcoming to roam the aisles and
see people with their well behaved pets.
After talking with Golden Antiques,
ARFP decided to take a leap of faith
and open a booth. We began seeking
donations from our supporters. Between
Facebook and word of mouth, before
we knew it, donations were coming
in. ARFP received furniture, pictures,
Animal Rescue & Foster ProgramA Shabby Paw for Fundraising
Cover Story
by Sharon Gray
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and glassware, and soon had enough
donations to fill the booth.
With enough donations to fill our booth,
we began thinking about what to call the
booth! We asked ARFP volunteers for
suggestions and even ran a contest on
Facebook. The winning name deemed
most fitting was The Shabby Paw.
Quickly, Booth #43 became a home
and on June 1st, 2011, ARFP’s booth, The
Shabby Paw, came to life. The Shabby
Paw sells collars, leashes, dog and cat
toys, in addition to furniture, wall art
and dishes. It has been very exciting to
see something like this benefit homeless
animals. 100% of our sales are put
into ARFP’s medical fund to help
homeless animals.
One of the unexpected things that ARFP
has found in Golden Antiques is a family
of animal lovers much like ourselves. We
recently began holding adoption events at
Golden Antiques on the second Saturday
of each month. Vendors as well as
employees are almost as happy as we are
when we have a successful adoption.
You can find cute puppies and dogs for
adoption at Golden Antiques & Treasures
on Hwy 220 North the second Saturday
of every month from 11am-2pm. While
you’re there, please check out The Shabby
Paw and see what goodies you can find!
Golden Antiques & Treasures is open
Monday through Thursday from 10am-
6pm, Friday and Saturday from 9am-7pm,
and on Sunday from 1-6pm.
Fundraising is fun when you think
outside the box!
Adoptable dogs from ARFP are pictured: Top Right, Gus sitting in a toy basket at Golden Antiques & Treasures; Bottom Right, Jake; Bottom Left, Cain; Cover
Dog, Dolly.
Cover Story
To adopt any of these animals or to find out more about Animal Rescue & Foster Program,
please call 336-574-9600.
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May 2011May 2011May 2011Animal Adoption & Rescue Foundation (Winston-Salem) Adoption Fairs - Saturdays (dogs & cats) from 12-4pm, Tuesdays (cats)
4-7pm & Fridays (cats) 3-6pm - at 311 Harvey St., Winston-Salem. Visit our website, www.aarfanimals.org for more information.
August 6 - AARF Dog Wash at Tractor Supply, Rural Hall, 10-2
The Animal Awareness Society Adoption Fairs - Saturdays from 11am-2pm at Petco on Wendover Avenue
in Greensboro.
Animal Rescue & Foster Program Next Step Adoption Center, 705 Milner Dr., Greensboro. Open Saturdays
11am-3pm, Sundays 1-4pm, Wednesdays 5-8pm. Call 336.574.9600 for more information.
Saturday, August 13th - 11am-2pm - Golden Antiques & Treasures, 4537 Hwy. 220 North, Summerfield, NC. Live music, food, puppies for adop-tion. Visit The Shabby Paw, Booth # 43.
Saturday, August 20th - 8am-1pm - Annual Deninm Sale, Hinshaw United Methodist Church, 4501 High Point Rd. in Greensboro (across from Sonic). Gently used, and new, men’s, women’s, and children’s jeans, PLUS designer jeans! Phone: 336-323-0850.
Monday, August 22nd - 7-9pm - Ask Adam w/Adam Witherspoon of
Shiloh K-9. Lindley Recreation Center, 2907 Springwood Dr, Greens-boro. Adam will be answering questions on canine behavior issues. ***E-mail [email protected] to bring your dog. Space is limited for dogs. See ad on page 43.
Chihuahua Rescue & Transport Adoption Event - Pet Supplies Plus (Winston Salem location) on the third
Saturday of every month from 11am-2pm.
Feral Cat Assistance Program For information on Spay Day Clinics, please call 336-378-0878, Line 1.
Adoption fairs are held in Greensboro at PetSmart on Bridford Pkwy. each Saturday of the month from 12-4 and are sometimes held on Sunday afternoons. It’s best to call PetSmart at 218-8188 to confirm there is a Sunday adoption fair.
Finding Great Homes for Jack Russell Terriers Adoption Fairs on Saturdays and Sundays from 10-6pm at 1701 Pleasant
Ridge Rd, Greensboro. Call Robin at 336-414-1373 to make an appmt.
Forsyth Humane Society On-site Adoption Center located at 61 Miller St, Winston-Salem. Hours
are from 11:30am-6pm Mondays, Wednesdays-Fridays (Closed Tuesdays); 10am-4pm Saturdays & 1-4pm Sundays.
Guilford County Animal Shelter Guilford County Animal Shelter August Events are below. Please call
297-5020 for more information.
Adoption Fairs in Greensboro every Saturday - 12noon-3pm at Petsmart on Bridford Pkwy & every Sunday - 1-4pm at Petsmart on Lawndale.
Wednesday, August 3rd - Volunteer orientation 3pm
Saturday, August 6th - Adoption fair on Bridford Pkwy 12-3pm
Sunday, August 7th - Adoption fair on Lawndale 1-4pm
Saturday, August 13th - Rabies clinic 10-2pm
Guilford County Animal Shelter (continued) Saturday, August 13th - Adoption Fair on Bridford Pkwy 12-3pm
Sunday, August 14th - Adoption Fair on Lawndale 1-4pm
Saturday, August 20th - Adoption Fair on Bridford Pkwy 12-3pm
Saturday, August 20th - Adoption Fair from 10am-2pm. In addition to adoptable animals, there will be ice cream and hotdogs.
Sunday, August 21st - Adoption Fair on Lawndale 1-4pm
Saturday, August 27th - Volunteer orientation 3 pm
Saturday, August 27th - Adoption Fair on Bridford Pkwy 12-3 pm
Sunday, August 28th - Adoption Fair on Lawndale 1-4pm
Tuesday, August 30th - Fox 8 Pet of the Week 12:15pm
Humane Society of the Piedmont Planned Pethood Spay & Neuter Clinic - Offering financial assistance
to qualified Guilford County applicants. 4527 West Wendover Avenue, Greensboro - Services available Monday through Friday by appointment only. Call 336-299-3999 for more details.
Saturday, August 20th - Adoption Fair from 10am-2pm. In addition to adoptable animals, there will be ice cream and hotdogs.
NC Cat Adoption Team Adoption Fairs - PetSmart on Lawndale Drive, Saturdays from
11am-2pm.
Red Dog Farm Monday, August 15th 6:30pm: Interested in volunteering with us? Join
Red Dog Farm for our next Volunteer Orientation at our Bur-Mil Park office (located at 5836 Bur-Mil Club Rd) and find out how you can get involved and help local animals in need. Visit www.reddogfarm.com for more information.
Saturday, August 20th: Join Red Dog Farm as we recognize International
Homeless Animals’ Day with a huge adoption event at Golden Antiques and Treasures in Summerfield, NC. While you are there be sure to stop by our consignment booth and do a little shopping, you can also bring items to donate too! Details to come but you won’t want to miss this event. Please visit www.reddogfarm.com or like us at www.facebook.com/Red-DogFarm for more information about our future events and more!
Friday, September 9th: Red Dog Farm will be celebrating our 5th Anni-versary this August and we can’t find a better way to do this than to host our 5th Annual Art Show at Tyler-White Art Gallery. Details to come, but you sure won’t want to miss this year’s theme. Please visit us online at www.reddogfarm.com or like us at www.facebook.com/RedDogFarm for more information about our future events and more!
SPCA of the Triad Adoption Fairs in Greensboro every Saturday at PetSmart on Lawndale
from 11-2 & every Sunday at Petco on Wendover from 12:30-3:30.
Rabies Clinic held the first Saturday of each month at Pet Supplies Plus on High Point Rd. Cost is $5 for a 1-year rabies shot.
Tailless Cat Rescue Adoption Fairs - 3rd Saturday of every month - All Pets Considered,
2614 Battleground Ave. in Greensboro, from 10am-2pm. (Saturday, August 20th). See ad on page 2.
August 2011 calendar of events
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336.574.9600www.arfpnc.com
Animal rescue & Foster ProgramPlease call to adopt us!
Sienna loves to play
chase and hide and seek with
her friends at ARFP’s adop-
tion center where she resides.
Sienna was born on 1/7/11,
is spayed, and up to date on
her shots. Sienna is very cat
friendly and would love for her
forever home to have another
feline to play with. Sienna is
also just fine with dogs and
will sometimes try to play with the puppies at the adoption center.
We call Sienna a Torbi-Tabby because of her coloring. She thinks
that she is beautiful and so do we. Looking for some positive energy
for your family? Sienna might be your girl!
Call 574-9600 to meet Sienna. n
Tate was the runt in his
litter of three, but there is no
stopping this little guy. He
loves to explore in the back-
yard and always has time to
stop and watch a butterfly
or listen to a bird sing. Tate
loves a good game of chase.
At night you can catch Tate
curled up on the couch
watching his favorite TV
shows and enjoying a good bone. Tate would love nothing more than
to make your heart smile. This precious Terrier/Aussie mix was born
on April 14th. His mom was a 20 lb Terrier mix and Tate and his two
siblings had to be delivered via C-section. His dad was an Aussie mix.
Call ARFP at 574-9600 for more information on Tate. n
Dolly is one of five pup-
pies that were rescued just
in time! Their mother was
chained out in the hot sun on
one of those 95 degree days
and all five puppies almost
died from the heat. Born
around 4/30/11, Dolly is
now looking for her forever
home. It is estimated that
she will be a medium size
dog, not too big and not too
small. She is an easy puppy
that is being crate trained and house trained and she is catching on
quite quickly. Dolly is truly a doll that will make any house a home!
Call ARFP at 574-9600 to meet Dolly. n
Huck (Huckleberry) is
a cute BLUE kitty. Well,
he is really white, however
for the 4th of July some-
one thought it would be
fun to dye a white cat blue,
hence Huck! Yep, he is
blue all over! Drop by the
Next Step Adoption Center
to meet him if you don’t
believe it! 705 Milner
Drive in Greensboro -
Home of the Blue Cat. Baby Huck is 4 months old and full of him-
self. He was rescued and then dropped off at Summerfield Veterinary
Hospital who in turn called us and the rest is history.
Call 574-9600 for more information. n
Kent. Meet Bad Boy
Kent...and we say that with
lots of affection. Kent was res-
cued by a very nice lady who
proceeded to name him after
her ex-husband...not sure what
that was all about. She could
not keep him in her apartment
so she sought out ARFP. Here
are the things that make us love Kent so much, and you will too, he is
inquisitive, nosey, smart, beautiful, cute, and very entertaining. Kent
is always into something but admits to nothing! Ever had a kid like
that? That’s our bad boy Kent. Kent loves other cats and would prefer
a home with a feline companion to play with. Kent just turned 1 year
old and hopes to find his forever home soon.
Call 574-9600 to adopt Kent. n
Cain came to
ARFP after he
and his 5 siblings
were rescued. He
is such a sweet
puppy who loves
to play with other
dogs and toys!
Cain is a Schnau-
zer mix who was
born on 5/8/11.
Cain’s mother
is now spayed,
weighs 12 lbs and is in her forever home! Cain is ready to find his
forever family too.
If you’d like to meet Cain contact ARFP today at 574-9600! n
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Brooke Schwabenton, DVM Ask the Vet
Fleas and Ticks -
Dr. Brooke is a Greensboro native and works at Sedgefield
Animal Hospital and Dental Center. A graduate of NC State,
she has been practicing veterinary medicine for over nine
years. Dr. Brooke enjoys working closely with pet owners
to provide all of her patients with the best quality of life and
medical care.
My pet has fleas and/or ticks, what can I do?
The first thing to do is to look at what preventive care you are
currently using to treat your pet. Are you using the correct and
best product for your pet? Where did you purchase it? Are you
treating ALL of the pets in your household? Are you using a
monthly preventative EVERY single month? Do your pets swim
or get bathed often? Do your pets come into contact with other
pets at daycare, the groomers, around the neighborhood, etc.?
Do you have any wildlife in your yard? All of these questions
and more must be addressed when deciding which product is
best. With so many options available today the confusion is ever
so great. The best piece of advice I can give is to always talk to
your veterinarian first before trying any flea/tick prevention. Not
all preventatives work the same way and there is not one single
product that is right for everyone. Is it safe to get my pet’s flea or tick products from the big discount store or online?
My honest answer is I don’t know! As a veterinarian, I can tell
you exactly where all of the products that we sell come from, who
manufactures it, what the known side effects are, how it has been
stored and we can answer any of the questions you may have about
our products. Products purchased either online or from other sourc-
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Your Pet”! We have linked this article to our website which is avail-
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Leah was turned into the shelter
as a stray, but she had an ear notch.
This ear notch showed that at some
point in her life, she had been trapped
and had been spayed at FCAP’s Spay
Day Clinic. The shelter was gracious
enough to let FCAP take her and
put her up for adoption. She is one
lucky girl! Leah was very frightened
at first, but she is turning into an
affectionate cat. She climbs into her
caregiver’s lap, makes biscuits and
purrs. She does not like other cats, so she would only be placed in a
single cat household. She is absolutley gorgeous. She is part Siamese
and has the most beautiful blue eyes and stunning markings.
Call 378-0878 to adopt Leah. n
Zelda is a three year old Torbie. She
was adopted to a family, but their child
has become allergic to Zelda. Reluc-
tantly, they are going to have to find her
a new home. They are fostering her until
she is adopted, showing you how much
they love this beautiful girl they call
Samantha. Zelda is very affectionate and
loves to be cuddled, petted and carried
around. She loves napping in a sunny window, on a comfy blanket
or in your lap! She loves dashing around the house, playing with her
toys and looking out windows. She’s great around kids - shy at first
around new people until she gets to know you and then she’ll meow
for you to pick her up! Zelda is up to date on vaccinations, spayed,
microchipped, FeLV/FIV negative, as well as DECLAWED.
Call 378-0878 to adopt Zelda. n
Pearl was just
returned from her
adopted home after
three years with
her family. She
is a very beautiful
silver tabby with
striking green eyes
and the softest fur.
Pearl will run up
to you with her tail
straight up to be
scratched on the
head and neck. Won’t you make this “pearl” your very own jewel?
Please call 378-0878 if you would like to make Pearl your newest family
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Connor was surrendered by his own-
er to FCAP. He was adopted to a couple who
returned him due to him having issues with
one of their other cats. He does fine with
other cats at his foster home, so it must have
just been this one cat that did not get along.
Connor loves to hang out with you and he’ll
even climb into your lap for some cuddle
time and maybe a snooze. This affectionate
boy would like to find a real furever home
this time ‘round. Connor is an Orange Tabby,
but he has a dark gray tint to his coat, like he’s been hanging out in
a sootie fireplace. Very different looking boy! He’s currently being
showcased at Petsmart on Bridford Pkwy in Greensboro. Stop by and
see this handsome kitty. Connor is up-to-date on all shots.
Call 378-0878 for more information. n
Midnight was trapped as a
3 month old kitten, along with his
brother. He was living in a colony of
feral cats at a restaurant. He was very
shy at first, but he has turned into Mr.
Personality and Mr. Social Butterfly!!
He is in constant motion and would
make a great playmate for another
young cat. He gets along with everyone
and has met no strangers. This gorgeous
cat looks like he has been polished! Come and meet this stunning
young cat at Petsmart on Bridford Parkway in Greensboro, where he
is being showcased at the moment. Midnight is neutered, FeLV/FIV
negative, microchipped and has all of his shots. He is ready for his
forever home, so come and adopt this special boy!
Call 378-0878 to give Midnight his forever home. n
Misty. NO…that is
not an optical illusion,
Misty is a big girl, she
has a big purrsonality too.
She loves to talk when
she is being petted. Misty
was rescued when she
was a kitten. Her mother
was part of a group of
ferals living at a trailer
park. She is currently
being showcased at Petsmart on Bridford Parkway in Greensboro.
Stop by and meet this gorgeous girl. Her markings on her face
are just amazing!! Misty is up-to-date on her shots, spayed, micro-
chipped and negative for FeL/FIV.
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TJ is a handsome
kitty boy who loves
to have fun. He is a
3 month old tuxedo
with a lot to offer
some lucky family.
He will entertain
you with his fun-
loving personality
and bring you years
of companionship.
TJ has already been
neutered and can go
home with you today!
Come out and meet TJ at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask
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Liale is a sweet-
heart of a girl that
appreciates some
gentle affection from
her humans. She’s a
young girl, only 1-½
years old. Liale is
medium sized and
has already been
spayed. If you can
open up your heart
and home to this
girl, she will be your
best friend for years to come.
You can meet Liale at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for
her by ID 12835444. n
Kora has a
tendency to be
sedate and restful
so she might just
make a great lap
buddy. She is
still very young,
just 7 months old
and will most
likely grow to
be a medium
sized girl. Are
you looking for a
calm, relaxed feline to spend your days with?
You can meet Kora at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for
her by ID 12728377. n
Rasta. Meet
Rasta. Yes, she does
have her eyes wide
open. Mother Nature
gave her a very
distinctive look - she
looks like she has
a black mask over
half of her eyes!
This special girl is a
tranquil and patient 4
year old. She will be
spayed before she goes home with her new best friend. Are you look-
ing for a calm girl like Rasta?
You can meet Rasta at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for
her by ID 12855982. n
Fawn. Meet Fawn.
She is a nice mellow girl
who hopes to find her
forever home soon. She
has even been told by a
visitor that she is very
sweet! Fawn is 2 years
old, medium sized and
will be spayed before she
goes home with you. Can
you give her the home she
is looking for?
You can meet Fawn at the
Guilford County Animal
Shelter. Ask for her by
ID 12943404. n
Koda. This is
Koda. He is a laid
back boy who enjoys
getting attention.
Koda is a handsome
one in his medium
length coat. He is
just 2 years old and
will be neutered as
part of his adoption
fee.
You can meet Koda
at the Guilford
County Animal
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by ID 12913630. n
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Ringo can
be inquisitive
but he is a lover
too. Rub his
head and neck
and this guy
will purr with
delight and
gratitude. He
is still young,
only 1 ½ years
old. Ringo is
neutered so he
can go home with you today. Are you looking for the purrfect cat?
You can meet Ringo at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for
him by ID 12931041. n
Sissie. Meet Sissie.
Unruffled and
very at ease
describe this
girl. Give her a
little attention
and she is yours
forever! Sissie
is 3-½ years old
and she is al-
ready spayed so
she can go home
with you today! Can you help Sissie find the home she is looking for?
Come meet Sissy today at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask
for her by ID 12746338. n
Archie. Meet Archie. He’s
a wonderful boy
who enjoys some
good R & R. His
picture says it all.
Archie also enjoys
getting attention
and will come
looking for his
daily dose of love.
He is only 3 years old and has already been neutered, so if you can
open up your heart and home to him, Archie can go home with
you today!
Come meet Archie today at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask
for him by ID 12832799. n
Slim. Meet Slim. This
3 year old boy enjoys
getting attention and
especially likes to be
petted. He’s a laid back
guy waiting to meet that
special family who will
offer him the home he
knows he deserves. Slim
has already been neutered
so he can go home with
you today.
You can meet Slim at the
Guilford County Animal
Shelter. Ask for him by
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Scarlett. This girl is all about relaxation. Scarlett loves to
take cat naps and would probably enjoy some good snuggling to go
along with her naps. She is 4 years old and will be spayed as part of
her adoption fee.
Come meet Scarlett today at the Guilford County Animal Shelter.
Ask for her by ID 13021722. n
Jewel is
a calm loving
girl. She is just
2 years old and
small in size.
Jewel will be
spayed as part of
her adoption fee.
Make this sweet
girl your newest
family member
and she is sure to
be your shining
jewel.
Come meet Jewel today at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask
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Jodi. This precious little
dog was picked up by animal
control. How she ended up on
the streets is a mystery. Jodi
is a very easy going happy dog
who loves life. She is eager to
play or content just to snuggle
and hang out! Jodi weighs
less than 10 lbs and appears to
be about a year old. She rides
well in the car and and seems
to be housetrained. She plays
well with other dogs and is a
quick learner.
Jodi’s adoption fee is $100. Call Loving Pet Inn at 393-0000 to find
out how you can adopt her. n
Midnight. Are you looking
for a jogging, hiking, ball catching,
walking, snuggling buddy? Look no
further....Midnight has been waiting
for almost 2 years for the right family
to come along. He is a smart, eager to
please lab mix who weighs about 55 lbs.
Midnight is a little over 2 years old and
has spent most of his life at our rescue
facility. Throughout the whole process he has kept his spirits up,
waiting patiently for his time to come. He walked in the human race
and made a lot of friends. He even was adopted and did wonderfully
until the other dog decided she did not want him there. We were told
he was a perfect gentleman on his short stay. The family said to tell
anyone interested that he is a great dog!
Midnight’s adoption fee is $75. Call 393-0000 for details. n
Piper is a
precious 3 year old
pomeranian. Piper
was rescued from
death row at an animal
shelter. She is a petite
little dog who weighs
only 8 lbs. Piper is a
loving dog who thrives
on attention. She is
very easy going and
warms up very quickly
to new people. Piper
would do fine in a
house with other pets or would be content to be an only child.
Piper’s adoption fee is $150. Call 393-0000 for more information. n
Wilma. If you want a dog
who will make
heads turn, Wilma
is the dog for you!
With the head of
a pit bull and the
body of a basset
hound , this unu-
sual combination
is a joy to be around. Wilma spent most of her life tied on a short
chain. When we saw the way she was living, we had to save her. She
is so happy to be free and able to romp and play. Wilma is an easy
dog to care for who does not demand much attention. She would do
best as the only pet in the house.
Wilma’s adoption fee is $100. Call 393-0000 for more details. n
Holly looks like a pug/
beagle mix, but we were told
her mom was a pekingnese
and her dad was a schnauzer!
Whatever she is, she sure is
cute!! Holly is 6 years old,
but you would think she is a
puppy the way she likes to
play. Holly was given up by
her owner who could no longer
take care of her. She has set-
tled in perfectly at the rescue
facility and even has a room
mate who she enjoys snuggling
with. Holly would do best with a fenced yard to romp and play in.
Holly’s adoption fee is $100. Call 393-0000 for details. n
Margie is the cut-
est, scruffy, little terrier
mix ever! She is about
a year old and weighs
12 lbs. Margie is so
much fun to be around.
She loves to run and
play with toys and balls.
Margie enjoys attention
and will snuggle up
whenever you are ready.
She would be the perfect
addition to any family!
Margie’s adoption fee is
$150. Call 393-0000 for
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Sirius. Are you
Sirius about wanting
two star-crossed white
kittens? Then look
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his brother, Orion can
be yours. Both have
brilliant white, soft-as-
cotton long fur with
pink ears and noses.
These boys are identi-
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hairs on the top of his head. Bask in their loving glow and let them be
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Cedar is a little
buff tabby boy with
blue-green eyes and a
very sweet purr-sonality.
He came to us from a
high kill shelter with his
Momma, Flora and five
siblings. He is playful
with his foster friends
and his siblings, espe-
cially his twin brother,
Spruce. His favorite
pastime every evening
is to snuggle on the couch for a little TV watching (no kidding)! If
you are looking for a loving, easy care little guy, take Cedar home!
Contact us at [email protected] for details or visit www.nccat.net. n
Cooper & Trooper.Cooper is a big, bouncing
baby sure to grow up to be a
very large boy! He has large
paws and the sweet and play-
ful disposition of the Maine
Coon. He is identical to his
twin brother and best buddy
Trooper, except that Cooper
has longer fur. Trooper was
perfectly named—he is a
little Trooper! He always has
a happy disposition and will cheer you up whenever necessary. If
you are looking for some new best friends to bring some fun times
into your life, then Cooper and Trooper are just the fellows for you!
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Forest is a
sweet kitten, and
though he is the
largest kitten in
his litter, he is the
gentlest. You can
always count on
him to run to greet
you or to snuggle
up for some loving. He came to us as a tiny little newborn when we
rescued his Momma, Flora and five siblings from a high-kill shel-
ter. He has the funniest little polka dot on his chin—we should have
named him Apollo Anton Ono! To round out his markings, he also has
a dot on both of his sides, and both back feet! Are you looking for a
sweet boy to bring a little liveliness to your corner of the woods?
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Sienna is a
pure-bred Seal
Point Siamese
who, unbeliev-
ably, was dumped
at a high-kill
shelter. She has a
beautiful coffee-
colored face,
dark legs and tail
with a creamy
latte-colored body. She is a “Star Bucks” delight! Sienna’s slightly
crossed blue eyes and distinct voice make her a Siamese lover’s
dream. For a beautiful and exotic girl, why not curl up with a living
latte—take Sienna home!
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Count Chocula. Now
we have seen everything! How
can it be that a rare, wonderful,
declawed, young male Chocolate
Persian is sitting in a shelter,
scheduled for euthanasia? Thank
goodness, an angel of a shelter
worker noticed this special cat
and contacted us. After several
weeks of tender loving care, in-
cluding a haircut and shave, the
Count is beginning to look like
the “aristo-cat” that he is. He is
friendly, playful and full of life.
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Melvin and his brother,
Herman, were found aban-
doned at a local gas station. We
immediately took them to our
veterinarian and discovered they
probably hadn’t had access to
food and water for several days.
Their stomachs were full of sand
and dirt from them trying to eat whatever they could find on their own.
It only took Melvin a few hours to understand that we were the good
guys and his “purr-motor” hasn’t stopped since! Melvin is the perfect
kitten; he loves to play but equally loves to cuddle in your lap. He has
had his first kitten vaccines and tested negative for Feline Leukemia
and FIV and will be neutered before going to his forever home.
For more information or to inquire about adopting this special boy
please visit www.reddogfarm.com! n
Sylvia came to Red Dog Farm after
being found in a storm drain. She was
starving when she was found but is now
slowly putting on weight and eats great!
She loves to play with her new toys and
especially enjoys playing and chasing her
foster Mom’s older cat. She is quite the
social bug and loves to greet new people.
When she is not busy playing and be-
ing a kitten she can be found snoozing on the couch or watching TV.
Her foster mom says if she had to pick one word to describe Sylvia it
would be “Awesome”, she’s just that, one awesome kitten! She has had
her first kitten vaccines and tested negative for Feline Leukemia and
FIV and will be spayed before going to her forever home.
For more information or to inquire about adopting this one of a kind
kitten please visit www.reddogfarm.com! n
Ashley is a very
sweet young kitten
who loves to play with
everyone she meets.
She is quite the ad-
venturer and is always
looking for something
new and fun to do!
She doesn’t mind play-
ing with the other dogs
and cats in her foster
home and even tries to play with her foster Mom’s rabbit. She has
had her first kitten vaccines and tested negative for Feline Leukemia
and FIV and will be spayed before going to her forever home.
For more information or to inquire about adopting this sweet girl
please visit www.reddogfarm.com! n
Myrtle came to Red Dog
Farm Animal Rescue Network
from the Wilkes County Humane
Society because she had been
found as a stray and they had
nowhere suitable to house a pig.
Myrtle appears to be less than a
year old. She is very shy but is
slowly warming up to humans.
She enjoys spending her days
interacting with Otis and Agnes
and learning that life for a pig
isn’t always bad. Myrtle has been
vaccinated against rabies.
For more information on Myrtle and adopting farm animals please
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Otis & Agnes are lit-
termates and came to us together,
so we would love for them to be
adopted together. They are very
friendly and well socialized. They
weigh around 60 - 75 lbs each, so
they are probably going to be 90 -
100 lbs each when full grown. Otis
has been castrated. Agnes’s sur-
rendering owner said that she had
been spayed, but we don’t know for sure. This cute pair and Myrtle are
currently sharing a stall and paddock and they all get along quite well,
so we would love to see them stay together if someone had room for a
small group of pigs. Each pig has received a rabies vaccine.
For more information on these wonderful pigs and adopting farm ani-
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Spike. Are you looking for
a lap dog? Then Spike is your
man. Spike’s mom raised him
from a puppy and has helped bottle
feed him since he was two days
old. Unfortunately, she is no lon-
ger able to keep him because of an
unforeseen family situation. Spike
weighs about ten pounds and is
just a sweet cuddle bug. He enjoys
getting doted on by everyone he
meets. He does well with other
dogs, cats, and people. Spike loves to go everywhere you go and even
enjoys going to local pet friendly restaurants with his foster Mom.
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Beast McCoy. Check me out! I am the
last of the X-Men crew
to find a home. I am
so sweet and playful- I
absolutely love chasing
toys! I am a big cuddler
and get along great with
other animals. I would
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When I grow up I would
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SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222. n
Choco. Meet Choco. He is
one playful boy! Choco is friendly
and loves all people. He is a big
guy- about 90 pounds, and would
do best in a home without small
children. He loves kids- but he
accidently knocks them down. He
would be best in a home with peo-
ple ages 12 and up. Choco loves
water and long hikes, and is a huge
lover of playing fetch. Do you need
a loyal companion? If so, this is
your guy.
Call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222
to find out how you can make Coco
your newest family member. n
Stabler. Cutest
kitten ever! Do I need
to say more? Stabler
is a friendly guy who
loves to be mischievous
and play pranks on his
sister, Olivia. If you
would like to meet him,
he is at the PetSmart in
High Point awaiting his
forever family!
Come by and check
him out at PetSmart or
call SPCA of the Triad
at 375-3222 to find out
more information. n
Lyric is a very pre-
cious girl who loves to
play and hang out with
her foster siblings (3 dogs
and a kitty). She has
often been found cud-
dling with her kitty friend.
Lyric is great with people
of all ages and enjoys at-
tention. She was hit by a
car earlier in life and was
terrified of cars, but she is
doing a lot better! If you
want constant love and a
friend who will always be there, this is your girl.
Call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 for more details. n
Leia. Meet
Leia, a super
friendly girl who
gets along great
with other kitties
and tolerates
her dog friends,
too. Part of her
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Call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 to give Leia the forever home
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be enough to fill that
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to carry around toys in
her mouth and go for
runs. She just finished
raising 3 lovely puppies
who have already found
their forever homes. Now she is waiting for hers.
Can you help her find her forever home? Call SPCA of the Triad at
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Oliver. Meet Oliver! He’s
a laid back Mastiff mix who loves
sprawling out on his doggy bed
and is usually the last canine
to “rise and shine” in his foster
home. Oliver loves belly rubs and
any other attention he can get. He
is a smart boy and is very respon-
sive to training. He loves playing
with the other dogs in his foster
home and would probably do best
with dogs his size (approximately
75 lbs) to play with. Oliver is
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He hopes to see you at an adoption fair soon...
Call 768-7387 to meet Oliver. n
Terri is a domestic
shorthair female with a
soft gray nose and gray and
white fur. She loves to play
tag and “catch me if you
can” with her siblings. Terri
is developing her skills in
soccer, practicing hard each
day with her plastic balls
and learning to defend the
goal against the other play-
ers. Her beautiful face, how-
ever, would melt the heart of
everyone who sees her.
Call 768-7387 if you would
like to adopt Terri. n
Tasha is a
black domestic
shorthair cat
about seven
years old. She
was surren-
dered to AARF
by her owner.
Her front feet
have been
declawed. She
has been spayed
and checked
out as a healthy,
mature cat. Tasha is ready to join your family.
Call 768-7387 to find out more about Tasha. n
Flip. Meet Flip! He is a
2 year old Hound mix. Flip is
waiting for someone patient to
come along, someone who will
spend the time getting to know
him so that they can see what a
truly special boy he is. Once Flip
gets to know you, he is a total
sweetheart! He loves to play
and go for walks but also loves
watching TV and being near his
people. Most people don’t wait
long enough to see that side of
him, though. If you think that you could provide a very special and
loving home for this boy, please come visit us at an adoption fair.
Call 768-7387 to find out more about Flip. n
Laura is a black
and white mustachioed
domestic shorthair
kitten. Her exact age
is unknown, but she’s
probably less than a
year old. She is a sweet,
loving, and calm little
girl. An AARF volunteer
was called after she was
found laying stunned,
scraped and bruised in
the road after being tossed from a moving car. This is a survivor kit-
ten and certainly deserves a loving forever home.
Can you offer Laura the loving home she deserves? If so, please call
768-7387 to find out more. n
Luka. Meet Luka! He is a 1.5
year old Terrier mix. Luka is a cute
little guy, weighing in at only 20 lbs.
He’s mostly black with a few small
brown markings. Luka gets along
well with everyone he meets. He likes
to play but also has very nice house
manners. Luka may be a little dog,
but he has a lot of love to give. He
would do well in a home where he
would get a lot of attention as he just
loves to be around his people. Stop
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Sassy. This is
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implies she has a lot
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Nala. This
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a young girl, only
five months old.
Nala is a calico
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preening or playing.
She gets along very
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and will even keep
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smaller dogs. She will make a wonderful addition to most any fam-
ily. Are you looking for a sweet princess to spend time with?
Call 703-3647 to find out how you can adopt Nala! Ask for her by
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Hambone. Meet Hambone. He
is a three month
old male, tricolored
boxer mix, hand-
some as can be!
He and his seven
littermates came to
us recently in need
of forever homes.
Hambone is a little lonely now, as some of his brothers and sisters
have been adopted into loving homes. He is hoping for his own home
soon. Hambone will grow up to be between forty and sixty pounds
so make sure you have lots of room for him to play.
Call 703-3647 to find out how you can adopt Hambone! Ask for him
by ID A238636. n
Sadie. Ole!
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year old Chihua-
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Sadie would love
to be held all day
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would like a home
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the quiet side of life. Sadie may be a little shy at first but once she’s
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Call 703-3647 to find out how you can take Sadie home! Ask for her
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Hunter. This is
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months old and has plenty of time to learn. This little guy is sure to
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Munchkin. This is Munchkin, a
seven month old, female
German Shepherd mix.
She is already spayed so
she can go home with
you today! Munchkin is
one of our more docile
dogs and is very quick
to pick up on training.
She learned “sit” and
“down” in one thirty
minute session! Do you have room for a smart, beautiful girl like
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Harrison. Hi. I’m
Harrison. I’m a sweet cat,
only 2 years old, who is
hoping for a loving family.
I absolutely love getting
brushed daily, so I hope
my new owner will give
me this luxury. I am super
affectionate and love to rub
my fluffy self against your
leg. I hope you’ll give me
the chance to be a wonder-
ful 4-legged addition to
your home and your family.
If you would like to find out more about me, call 721-1303 and they
will tell you everything you want to know about me. n
Tobie. Hi, I’m
Tobie! I’m only 1
year old. Don’t you
think I’m handsome?
I am very friendly
and sweet, and love
to play! I’ve been
living with my foster
mommy, who took
me in as a stray and
got me healthy, and
now I’m here to find
my forever home. I
am a very affectionate, talkative kitty and would make a wonderful
companion for a loving person or family.
If you think I am the cat for you, please call 721-1303. n
Mellow. Hi, I’m
Mellow! I live up to
my name and am a
pretty relaxed dog,
unless there’s a squirrel
around! I am 8 months
old, house broken, crate
trained, and walk great
on a leash! I am shy at
first around new people,
but I warm up quickly,
especially when a belly rub is offered. I am happy to do a meet and
greet with any dog I see while on a walk, and have a great time play-
ing with children. My favorite game is to be chased around the yard
so I would really enjoy living with an active family.
Call 721-1303 if you would like to find out more about me. n
Jack. Hi, I’m Jack! I’m a 1-1/2
year old, Shepherd Mix. I may look
like your average dog, but I am so
much more than that! My story starts
when I was found on the side of
the highway, injured, underweight,
and alone. Most people would have
probably given up on me, but luckily
my hero saw my wagging tail and
had other plans. My right femur was
broken (which happened probably 3 months before she found me), and
luckily I was able to get a Femoral Head Osteotomy which is kind of
like a human’s hip replacement. I’ve been through a lot, but I am as
happy as dogs come! I love people and other dogs, and now my inmate
trainer in New Leash on Life is teaching me all sorts of cool tricks!
Call 721-1303 to find out more about me. n
Zipper. Hi,
I’m Zipper! I’m
just a babe, only 3
months old. I was
brought to Forsyth
Humane Society
along with my
brothers and sisters
because we need
new forever homes.
We love to play
with toys that roll,
jingle, or wiggle when you paw at them! I am a funny little girl and
will keep you entertained.
If you’re looking for a girl like me I hope you will call 721-1303 to
find out how you can adopt me. n
Amore. Hi, I’m Amore.
I’m a 5 month old Shepherd/
Chow Mix. I am a big ball of
fluff that loves to get attention
from people and dogs alike.
I’m currently in foster care
where I am coming out of my
shell and having fun playing
in the yard. I’m hoping to be
fully crate trained and house-
broken super soon! I still
have occasional accidents,
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A New Leash on Life
336.723-1303, ext. 104
Almost Home Dachshund Rescue Societywww.almosthomerescue.org
Animal Adoption & Rescue Foundationwww.aarfanimals.org
Animal Control of Forsyth Countywww.co.forsyth.nc.us/animalcontrol / 336.703.3647
Animal Rescue & Foster Programwww.arfpnc.com / 336.574.9600
Animal Rescue of Stokes [email protected]
Boston Terrier Rescue of NCwww.BTRNC.org / 336.339.4368
Basset Rescue Crew of the Southeast, Inc.www.barcse.org / [email protected]
Carolina Basset Hound Rescue [email protected]
Carolina Care [email protected]
Chihuahua Rescue & [email protected]
Coalition to Unchain Dogs336-790-7142 / [email protected]
Doberman Rescue of the Triadwww.doberman-rescue.com
English Springer Rescue Americawww.springerrescue.org
Feral Cat Assistance Program, Inc.www.feralcatassistance.orgSpay/Neuter: 336.378.0878, #1Adoptions & donations: 336.378.0878, Line 3 or [email protected] on feral cats: 336.378.0878, #2
Finding Great Homes for Jack Russell Terriers336.414.1373
Forsyth Humane Societywww.forsythhumane.org / 336-721-1303
Four Seasons Boxer Rescue www.fourseasonsboxerrescue.com
Friends in Need Animal [email protected] Friends Forever Adoptionswww.friendsforeveradoptions.org / 336.855.1899
Friends of Penny Min Pin Rescuewww.rescueminpins.com
Flurry’s Hope (A Second Chance for Blind Horses)[email protected]
German Shepherd Rescue Adoptionswww.gsdrescue.org
Greyhound Friends of NCwww.greyhoundfriends.com / 336.643.0233
Guilford County Animal Shelterwww.adoptshelterpets.org / [email protected]
Happy Hills Animal Foundationwww.hhaf.org / 336.622.3620
Humane Society of Davie Countywww.davienchumane.org
Humane Society of the Piedmontwww.hspiedmont.org / 336.299.3060Planned Pethood Spay & Neuter Clinic 336.299.3999
Lab Rescue of NCwww.labrescuenc.org
Loving Pet Inn Adoptions, Inc.www.lovingpetinnadoptions.org / [email protected]
Miracles at Work Rescue336.294.3822 or 336.708.0343
NC Airedale [email protected]
NC Cat Adoption Teamwww.nccat.net
NC Schnauzer Rescuewww.ncschnauzers.org
Piedmont Wildlife Rehab, [email protected]
Project Racing Home Greyhound Adoptionswww.getagrey.com / 336.674.5774
Pug Rescue of [email protected]
Red Dog Farmwww.reddogfarm.com / 336.644.7807
Ruff Love Rescuewww.ruffloverescue.com
Safe Haven Equine Rescue & Retirementwww.sherrnc.com
SPCA of the Triadwww.triadspca.org / [email protected]
Tailless Cat Rescuewww.taillesscatrescue.com
United States Equine League336-669-5553
Triad Golden Retriever Rescuewww.tgrr.org
Waldo’s Service Dogs336-656-4572 / waldosservicedogs.com
We Care Shepherd Rescue336.987.7122
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Boston Terrier Rescue of NC
Buddy Randall is around 12
years old and is the light in his
Foster Mom’s eyes. Buddy loves
the back yard- rolling in the grass
and sunbathing! Buddy just had his
physical and except for a little ar-
thritis in his hips and being deaf, he
is doing well! After successful cata-
ract surgery a year ago, Buddy is
far more mobile! Buddy loves, loves, loves children! He is gentle and
sweet and adores all the affection he gets from them! Buddy is quite
the “Social Butterfly” and loves company. He is leash and house
trained and is not a barker or a chewer. He is a loving and affection-
ate sweetheart and is content to sit in your lap. Buddy loves people
and deserves a family that will love him for the rest of his life!
Call 339-4368 if you are interested in adopting Buddy. n
June. At some point June, 2 years
old, apparently had been in a home that
cared for her before going to another
home that neglected her. Despite the fact
that she had been tied outside with no
shelter, water, or food within reach, she
knows to sit, down, and stay on com-
mand. She knows “Go to your bed,” and
she is house trained. These are not the
indicators of a dog who has been neglected from birth. Thankfully
she ended up at Elijah’s House where she is being loved and nurtured
and well-fed once again. June is a beautiful, happy-go-lucky girl who
loves to play with toys and to get belly rubs. She loves to be made of
and is very easy going - just a grateful and happy girl who is look-
king for happiness in a home with a loving, nurturing family.
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Doberman Rescue of the Triad
Molly. I’m a happy 4-year
old red and white basset hound.
Foster mom says I’m a sweet girl
who loves to get lots of loving and
attention. I get along nicely with
my foster brothers and sisters and
love to run and play with them,
but I also let them know when I’d
rather be by myself. I don’t mind
my crate at all, and am happy to
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If you’re interested in adopting Molly or another CBHR basset
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Keenan. Meet Keenan!
He is a 6 month old Boxer
Boy that is super ready to
meet you and become a part
of your family! He is neu-
tered and completely vetted
as well being the sweetest boy
you could ask for. He gets
along great with the other
Boxers he is fostered with and
would be a great addition to
any home. Keenan’s adoption
fee is $300.
Visit www.FourSeasonsBoxer-
Rescue.com to read more and
apply today! n Four Seasons Boxer Rescue
Tiny. Hello! I’m Tiny! I may
be a mature Chi but I love people
and get along just fine with the
other foster dogs at my house. I am
spayed and up to date on shots. I
am house trained and laid back and
don’t really like to be picked up but
I love to snuggle in my blankets and
cover myself up. I have my foster
mom trained to let me outside when
I beg, and I love to lay on the deck in the sunshine. When I get too
hot, I bark at the door and she lets me back in. A home visit will be
required so I can only be adopted in NC/SC and VA.
Please read our adoption process online, then fill out an application at
www.chihuahua-rescue.org before emailing [email protected] if
you’re interested. n
Chihuahua Rescue & Transport
Zorro is a 1 year old pit
bull/boxer mix puppy. Zorro
is a very sweet and gentle
boy. He loves to play in the
yard with his foster siblings.
He gets along with male/
female dogs and size doesn’t
matter. He is a cuddler and
thinks like many big dogs that
he is small and wants to be a
lap dog. Zorro has excellent
dog manners and knows how
to properly introduce himself
to new dogs. He knows the
commands sit, stay, wait, leave it, off, down, look at me.
Email Amanda at [email protected] for details. n
Carolina Care Bullies
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Midnight. I am a quiet laid back girl that enjoys being held and petted. One of our volunteers puts me on a stool to be
groomed and I will sit for as long as she wants me to. I am fine with other cats, but I really prefer human companionship. Midnight is 3½ years old and she was spayed prior to coming into the shelter. She is holding on to her hope of finding a permanent home where she will be your best friend. This lovely lady was surren-dered in June of 2010, she is so ready to
go home with you today.
She is at Petsmart on Lawndale, Contact Guilford County Animal Shelter, 336-297-5020. Ask for her by ID - 10726779.
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Isabelle. Meet Isabelle. She is a pretty little sweetheart that shares her kennel very nicely. Her sweet and calm disposition will make her a wonderful addition to most any family. Isabelle is only 4 years old and was previously spayed so
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Friends of Penny Min Pin Rescue
NC Lab Rescue
specific Breed rescue groupsPlease see contact information listed with each featured animal.
Titus. Meet Titus, an 8 week old
Jack Russell Terrier who was brought
to a rural SC animal shelter by some-
one who found him along the road.
Titus had a rough start to life- he was
covered with fleas which have been
treated and he came down with Parvo
which was also successfully treated
thanks to the awesome work of North
Davidson Vet Hospital. Titus weighs
about 4 lbs, has been dewormed and
had his first puppy shot. Titus is playful, likes people and other dogs
and is a smart little puppy. Titus gets along great with children and
other dogs. He has an appointment to be neutered, microchipped and
to receive a rabies shot on August 3, 2011. Titus’ adoption fee is $400.
Contact Robin at 336-414-1373 or [email protected]. n
Pearl. My name is Pearl. I
am about 1.5 years old and I have
lots of energy. I really love to
play with my foster mom and my
foster fur siblings. One of my fa-
vorite things to do is go on a nice
long walk with my foster mom.
Sometimes we even run, that’s
the best! Before I came to foster
care I had not been on a leash but
I am catching on fast!! I am still a youngster and I do like to chew
so I have my very own special bone that I take everywhere. It makes
me happy!!!! <<wag wag>> I love people and I love to cuddle. I get
along with everyone!
If you are interested in meeting me, please send an email to
Finding Great Homes for Jack Russell Terriers
Triad Golden Retriever Rescue
Freya is a big, beautiful, red and
black, long coated GSD. She came to us
from the Wayne County Animal Shelter,
a hairless wisp of a girl and although we
don’t know anything about her past, we
know that someone cared enough about
her somewhere along the way to get her
spayed. Approximately 5-6 years old,
Freya gets along with kids, is ok with
other dogs and is a little too interested
in cats. She’s housebroken, leash trained,
loves car rides, long walks and swimming, but most of all she loves
to hang out with her people. Freya would do great with a family
good at convincing an ex-stray that the family life is the best life
there is.
Visit www.gsdrescue.org for more information. n
German Shepherd Rescue & Adoptions
Zazu is a hand-
some 4 year old male
weighing 76 pounds
with a medium gold-
en coat. He is a beau-
tiful, very friendly,
easy going dog, but
he did tangle some
with his sire. He is
reportedly housebro-
ken, very good with
children, but doesn’t
like cats. Zazu is being treated for heartworms and will be ready for
his forever home in early August. We will post an update once his
foster family gets to know him.
Visit www.tgrr.org for more information. n
Blade. This is sweet
Blade, he is a sweet 4 yr
old boy with lots of love
to give. Blade had to be
surrendered by his family
due to economic reasons.
He loves other dogs of
all sizes and is fine with
cats. Blade loves people
and does well walking on
a leash. Blade is learning
how to play and work-
ing on his house manners
(food is very tempting).
To adopt Blade, visit www.labrescuenc.org for contact info. Fill out an
application on this handsome boy, you won’t be disappointed! n
Zam Comic. I am Zam
Comic, but folks call me Comic.
That name fits perfectly because I
am so happy, funny, and energetic!
People smile at my antics. They can’t
help it. I am just such a loving and
friendly boy. And I am fuzzy. My
coat is more woolly than sleek, so
I’m very soft. I love to be petted and
hugged. But not by cats. Nope, don’t
like cats. I’m only 2 ½ years old and
will learn to be part of your family
very fast. Won’t you take me home?
For more information, call Blanche Fedor at 336-601-7810, or email
[email protected] or visit the Greyhound Friends of
North Carolina website, www.greyhoundfriends.com. n
Greyhound Friends of NC
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English Springer Spaniel Rescue
Lacey. Are you interested in
a mature, attractive female Eng-
lish Springer Spaniel with black
& White hair and a slim figure?
If so, I am the girl for you! I am
looking to share my golden years
with someone who will love me a
lot. I’m 10 years old, enjoy other
dogs and would prefer not to be
around children. I am looking for
a quiet environment to rest, relax, read and enjoy a good meal. I am
very healthy and enjoy a soft cushy bed and love to eat. I will sing for
my breakfast and dinner. I am up to date on all vet care and ready for
a Forever Home. So if you are interested please inquire soon. I think
I will be quite popular.
Email [email protected] to find out about adopting me. n
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specific Breed and Various local rescue groupsPlease see contact information listed with each featured animal.
Friends Forever Adoptions
Bruce. I’m a single standard
poodle with a curly light apricot
coat and deep brown eyes. If you
are searching for a handsome,
intelligent, devoted companion I
am your guy! My name is Bruce
and I enjoy long walks, snuggling
by the fire and homemade din-
ners on the sofa. I am, however,
cat intolerant. If you want to meet
and see if the sparks fly please
contact Friends Forever....I am
waiting. I’m 2 years old, completely vetted and very healthy.
For details about me, contact Friends Forever at 336-855-1899 or by
e-mail at [email protected]. Or read more about
me online at www.friendsforeveradoptions.petfinder.com. n
Simba. Hi! I am Simba. I
am 1 year old, neutered, up-to-date
on all my vaccinations and I am
heart worm negative! YAY…. I
love to run around and play with
the other dogs, but I really want to
run around and play with my new
owner! The furry friends are ok,
but they don’t rub my ears and tell
me I am a good boy and that they
love me. Please take me home and
love me furever!
Please call Gail at Miracles at
Work Rescue at 336-708-0343 or
336-294-2833 if you would like to
adopt Simba. n Miracles at Work Rescue
Sammy (NCSR #325) is around 5
years old and weighs 22 lbs. He is an
owner turn-in, but was not well cared for.
The vet had to remove all but 7 of Sam-
my’s teeth. After getting a clean bill of
health from the vet he is one happy boy!
Sammy runs to the door, then runs in
circles to let you know he needs to go out.
He is not a talker, but he’ll wag his little
tail with all his might to show you that he
hears you. Sammy LOVES to curl up with
you on the sofa and enjoys being petted. Even with his background
he has a happy spirit about him. Sammy is a calm dog and would do
well with another calm dog or as the only dog in your household.
For information contact [email protected] or go to our
website at www.ncschnauzers.org. n
NC Schnauzer Rescue
Kate came to us from
the Randolph County Ani-
mal Shelter where she had
been confiscated from an
abusive situation on Christ-
mas Eve 2010. Kate is six
years old and a beautiful re-
gal mare. She has learned to
trust again and will lay her
head on your shoulders for
love and actually fall asleep
– it’s too funny when your
shoulder gets sore, just listen for her snore! Kate will get 30 days of
professional training, a refresher course, beginning July 20, 2011.
For more information on adopting this beauty, please visit us online
at www.sherrnc.com. n
Safe Haven Equine Rescue & Retirement
Alessandra is a big
beautiful blue cream tortie stumpy
Manx. Born about 2007, she’s a
full figured girl, the more to love!
She’s very sweet, with a huge purr
and she loves to push her face
against yours. Her eyes are quite
unusual, a beautiful copper color
when she’s happy and relaxed, but
change to bright yellow when she’s active, interested, or concerned.
Alessandra gets along with other cats, and loves people of all ages.
She loves to be combed or brushed, or just scratched around the ears
and face. She is vaccinated, vetted, wormed, spayed, microchipped,
had her teeth cleaned, and is FeLV/FIV negative.
For more information contact [email protected] or visit
www.taillesscatrescue.com. n
Tailless Cat Rescue
Freija is a pretty, sorrel, 9
year old quarter horse mare. When
she was rescued in 2007, she was
in foal and gave birth to a lovely
colt. Freija was then adopted by
a teenage girl and has been her
steady mount for a couple of years.
Freija is a good trail horse and has
been taken to camp and rodeos. She
loads and travels well, and is up-to-date on vetting and Coggins. As
Freija’s girl progressed in her riding skills, she became interested in
barrel racing. However, it became more and more evident that Freija
did not enjoy barrel racing. So the hard decision was made to return
Freija to the League in order to purchase a finished barrel horse.
Freija needs a home where she can be a nice trail companion.
For adoption information, please contact [email protected]. n
The US Equine Rescue League
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Hi! I’m Surfer
Joe, but I wasn’t
always! I grew up
in California and
some bad stuff
happened to me that I don’t like to
talk about. I ended up on the street
eating bugs and trash. I was dirty,
someone bit my cute little ear,
and my toenails were curled all
the way into my footpads. I was a
pretty sorry looking dude who did
NOT like people - the dogcatcher
had to get me with one of those
hook on a stick things (scary). The
first of my four angels, Chrissy,
saw something special in this
bedraggled little dog and decided
to try and save me. She got me
cleaned up and Pam (my second
angel) took me as a foster dog. I
loved my family - they had another
doggie, Kipling, for me to hang
out with, and a little girl for me to
watch out for. I am good at watching out
for things. (Mom says I have OCD, what-
ever that is!) But when someone came to
maybe adopt me she leaned over to pet me
and I thought my human baby might be in
trouble so I bit her!! I had to go to quaran-
tine for 10 days. I was so sad. I lost almost
all hope. I completely shut down and when
Pam came to get me I looked lifeless and
forlorn and was so withdrawn I was sitting
in the back of my cage in my own pee.
My two angels were so worried about me
they knew they had to get me to someone
who could try and understand my behav-
ior. (Us minpins are very complex and
persnickety dogs, and I am extra quirky!!!)
They found Friends of Penny Minpin Res-
cue all the way in North Carolina!! They
liked FOP’s philosophy on rescue dogs and
just knew this
was where I was
meant to be. Boy
were they right.
Although no one
likes to fly dogs, there was no other way
to get me there, so I had the most horrific
experience of my entire life - I was put in
a box and shoved into this big metal bird
and I had to endure 13 hours of really loud,
super scary noises all alone.
My third angel, now my very own Aunt
Paula, made all the arrangements for me to
fly into NC and my new Foster Mom (my
fourth angel and furever Mommy), picked
me up. She put me in her car and talked
sweet to me all the way home. I was in love
and knew I was never leaving. It took six
months to convince Foster Mom to become
Furever Mom.
At first Mom thought I was just
another foster. She already had
three girl dogs, and had no desire
to adopt a fourth dog, or a boy.
Plus I was naughty. I bit every
single person that came to Mom’s
house. And I was sneaky - I’d be
all nice until they turned away and
then I’d sneak up, bite them in the
calf and run away. I was also OCD,
and peed on things when I got mad
at them (like the vacuum), and was
generally a bit nuts. All the while,
despite showing my worst behav-
iors, Mom was falling in love.
Finally she figured out that I
wanted to stay and the biting was
to make other people not like
me so they wouldn’t try and take
me away. Once I knew she was
going to adopt me and protect me
forever and ever, I quit chomp-
ing people. Mommy and I have a
special connection and I trust her
completely. I know now I had to
go through all that bad stuff to get
here, and I could not be a happier
little boy. Mom says that I am a
very special dog who is truly loved from
coast to coast. My West Coast family even
came to NC to visit me last fall!
I hope my story gives hope to all the
doggies out there that worry about finding
a furever home. No matter what your issues
are, there is a family out there that will love
you in spite of, or sometimes because of,
your quirky ways. And to all the people
looking to add a doggie to your home,
PLEASE consider a rescue dog. And don’t
rule one out just because he is not what
you think you want. I was everything Mom
wasn’t looking for and turned out to be
more than she ever dreamed of.
Surfer Joeby Heather Bohanan
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training Your Pet
We live in a society
where many people
want and expect
instant gratification.
Unfortunately, this
trend carries over to our relationship
with others, including our pets! When
we bring a new addition into our home,
they many times require us to work at
integrating their wants and needs into
our existing environment. This requires a
real commitment to work with our pets,
not just a couple of days, but creating
a lifestyle (training) that reinforces
expectations and establishes routines.
Before Acquiring a New Pet.
First examine your reasons for getting a
furry companion. Did you ever see a movie
and think the animal actor was “So cute”?
Maybe you saw someone with a certain
breed and just “Fell in love”, or maybe you
just want to see if you are ready for a hu-
man commitment. Instant gratification.
Next, research the breed or the prospec-
tive pet’s temperament, size and any special
requirements. Research yourself. Does your
job requiring long hours or travel? How
active are you? Do you like to spend hours
in front of the TV? This is a long term
decision that should not be taken lightly.
Our shelters are filled with disposable pets,
abandoned after the owners suddenly found
they didn’t have the time, money or energy
to care for their new pets.
Now, if you are committed and accept
the task that you have a 24/7 job for years
– then let’s move forward.
Training - Let’s Look at the Definition.
n To coach in or accustom to a mode of
behavior or performance.
n To focus on or aim at a goal, mark, or
target, to direct.
n To prepare physically, as with a regmen.
To teach an animal to behave in accept-
able ways, especially by using repetition
or practice.
n To guide or teach (to do something),
as by subjecting to various exercises
or experiences.
Remember–If you pay someone else
to take your “new companion” to a train-
ing facility for weeks and return your “all
trained” companion – It is your ultimate
responsibility to maintain the structure and
schedule. EVERY DAY! When you send
your companion away for training, you have
to work on the opportunity to bond. Most
facilities who train dogs outside the home,
strongly encourage owner participation.
Why train your dog? A well-behaved
and obedient dog is a happy dog and
you will be happier too! The dog will do
better around other people and in various
social situations. This can be particularly
important if there are children in the home.
Training your pet will add to the stability in
your household. It will also give both you
and your dog the trust that helps to bond
your relationship.
Remember. . .The time spent on training
your pet is very worthwhile and will have a
lasting effect on both you and your family.
By Peggy McLeod
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Why Foster?
Take a look at all the sweet
faces in this publication, and
you’re bound to ask: “How
can I help?” There are many
ways to help animal shelters
and rescues save an animal’s life, but one of
the most enjoyable and rewarding ways is to
foster a dog or cat in your home. Fostering
literally saves lives because it creates an
open spot at a shelter or rescue. Sadly, our
animal shelters are bursting at the seams due
to the influx of litters of puppies and kittens,
the offspring of dogs and cats who have not
been spayed or neutered. Often the parents
come along to the shelter as well, where they
join sometimes hundreds of dogs abandoned
or neglected by their owners. Rescues
desperately try to help with the overflow,
and most rely on foster homes to house the
animals they rescue. Fostering for either a
shelter or a rescue is a win-win situation for
both foster home and foster animal.
“So what’s in it for me?” Some folks
foster because they love dogs or cats, and
it’s an easy way to share that love with
multiple animals. Fostering as a family
gives children the opportunity to learn how
to care for an animal, and introduces them
to the responsibility that goes along with
it. If you’re interested in dog ownership
and don’t know which breed would be best
for you, foster for one of the breed-specific
rescues and find out! If you’re a retired
person, fostering an animal can provide
companionship , exercise (particularly
with a dog), and interaction with others.
Even elderly folks can foster an older,
more laid-back dog or cat, again providing
companionship, a sense of accomplishment,
and that all-important empty spot for another
needy animal.
“What’s so special about foster homes?”
All animals benefit from being in a home as
opposed to a shelter. Animal shelters often
need foster homes for litters of puppies or
kittens to protect their developing immune
systems. Sometimes a litter comes in
without the mother, so the foster home gives
round-the-clock care that the mother would
normally provide. These youngsters also
gain the socialization that prepares them
to be a family’s cherished pet. Adult dogs
and cats learn how to be part of a family,
and benefit from training in basic house
manners, which is impossible in the shelter
environment. Imagine the shock of a senior
dog or cat entering a shelter when all they’ve
known is a loving home with an owner now
deceased. What a mercy a foster home would
be for that dog or cat!
“So what’s involved with fostering?” Most
rescues pay for all vetting, flea and tick
medicine, and heartworm prevention. Many
shelters do the same. The Guilford County
Animal Shelter, for example, provides
their foster homes with vetting, medicines,
guidance, and support. All you provide is a
loving home. Some shelters or rescues ask
their foster homes to publicize the animal
or find it a permanent home, while some
have a website to promote their animals,
and adoption coordinators to process
applications. Take a look at the shelter or
rescue websites in this publication and you’ll
find that all are desperate for foster homes,
and outline their foster program’s details.
“But I can’t foster because I’d get too
attached to my dog/cat and want to keep it.”
So how do seasoned foster parents take an
animal in time after time, love and nurture it,
and then watch it walk away with someone
else? Some say they have a mindset that the
animal isn’t there to stay, but is merely on a
stopover on the way to their forever home.
Some focus on how happy the animal will
be in their forever home. Others realize that
there’s a limit to the number of animals they
can have, and reaching that limit means they
must say “no” to fostering and saving
another life.
So would you like the satisfaction of having
a dog or cat but not the expense? Could you
find a nook or cranny in your heart and home
to accommodate a needy animal? If so, you
would be giving an animal the gift of life, and
a shelter or rescue the opportunity to help one
more. Even if you can’t foster, spread the
word to friends and family that they can make
a difference by fostering. “Saving an animal’s
life won’t change the world, but it will change
the world for that animal.”
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CGC Testing
Thanks again for doing such a great job with Champ!! We loved him very much before, but now we can love him and actually enjoy him. This week he’s been to Tractor Supply, and a man commented on how well behaved our dog was. He was walked by
our 11yr. old neighbor on Sunday evening and this morning he shared his bed/place with a 12 week old hyper Doberman that kept climbing on his back, he did not even flinch....(I took pictures). Anyway, we are looking forward to letting him come to Companion Club, Maintenance Training and hopefully sometimes when we are at work. Thanks again for everything, we have really enjoyed getting to know you guys.Adam, Cesar Millan, (The Dog Whisperer)
and Valerie Witherspoon
Adam WitherspoonThere’s no such thing as a bad dog…just those not given the opportunity to be a good dog!
Any Training Program
Philip E. Taylor, DDS, PA
• Cleanings & general checkups
• Cosmetic dentistry - bonding & bleaching
• Dental implants
• Oral surgery
• Crowns, bridges, root canals
• Non-surgical periodontics
• Nitrous oxide gas
• Sealants
Air Abrasion Fillings (Drill-less Fillings)
Dental Insurance Accepted
Family, Laser, Air Abrasion & Cosmetic Dentistry
911 Cherry Street(Near Wendover & Church Streets
in Greensboro)
Office Hours Available Tuesday - Friday
Pampering people is our specialty.
We offer personalized, gentle care for all your dental needs. Our staff is dedicated to delivering high quality care in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. We also focus on giving children extra special care & attention to ensure a pleasant experience for the entire family.
Complete & Comprehensive Care Facility
Plus we also accept: