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Cobb Animal Clinic, pg. 7 Country Kennel, pg. 50 Dirty Dogs, pg. 11 Dog Days, pg. 5 Dog-Gone Fun, pg. 39 Doodie Free Zone, pg. 37 Downtown Greensboro Animal Hospital, pg. 51 Dynasty Furniture, pg. 52 Eanes Heating & Air Conditioning, pg. 11 Family Pet Cremation Center, pg. 25 Fishers Bar & Grille, pg. 27 Friendly Hounds, pg. 27 Gate City Animal Hospital, pg. 43 Glamour Grooms, pg. 31 Greensboro Veterinary Hospital, pg. 2 Guilford-Jamestown Veterinary Hospital, pg. 29 Hall Insurance Associates, Inc., pg. 39 Happy Tails Emergency Veterinary Clinic, pg. 27 Inline K9 Dog Training Services LLC, pg. 23 Jake and Company Pet & House Sitters, pg. 25 Jim and Judy Stratton, pg. 19 King’s Crossing Animal Hospital, pg. 47 Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, pg. 21 Laundromuttz, pg. 19 Laurie Merritt Photography, pg. 41 Lone Wolf Fence, pg. 33 Moms 4 Paws, pg. 31 Nanhall Grooming & Boarding, pg. 25 NC Art & Antiques Mall, pg. 52

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r e special features… b m e t p e S 2016 Vol. 7, No. 4

41 Cover Model Contest Search for Two Winners for our December 2016, and January 2017 Covers

Cover Model Search has begun!

Publisher

Triad Happy Tails Magazine’s December & January Covers

Beverly Beck and Associates, Inc. PO Box 18972 Greensboro, NC 27419

will feature an adopted pet from the Triad area.

Publishers / Editors Deb Printup Jennifer Frazier

Contributing Writers Allison Dunmore Colleen Crozier, DVM David Cantara Laura Michel Liz Bolton, DVM

Contest Begins 9/1/16, Ends 10/15/16. Winner’s photo session will be the week of 11/7/16. See Page 41 for Complete Details.

Where are you Cindy Pawford?

Art Direction / Design Jennifer Frazier Deb Printup

48 Pet Responsibility Program Teach Humanity

in this issue. . . 11 The Vet’s Corner

18 T raining Tips

University Animal Hospital The Urban Chicken

12 Burlington Animal Services A Change for the Better

50 C alendar of Events

Carolina Air Canine Recall Command; Come and I mean it!

Cover Photography

Laurie Merritt Photography

Graphic Designer Lincoln Infield

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17 The Vet’s Corner Cat Clinic of Greensboro Feline Heartworm Disease

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To Advertise Jennifer - jennifer@triadhappytails.com 336.456.1959 Deb - deb@triadhappytails.com 336.580.3964

Charlie - charlesvcheek@gmail.com 336.687.3091 Triad Happy Tails Magazine is a monthly publication & is published by Beverly Beck & Associates, Inc. We can not guarantee any products or services seen in this magazine, nor can we guarantee the health or temperament of any animal featured in this magazine. Call individual shelters & rescue organizations to check on availability of a specific animal & to learn about their adoption process. Our Mission Statement: Triad Happy Tails Magazine is focused on the plight of homeless animals & is dedicated to promoting adoptions from local animal shelters & rescue groups. We provide a pictorial & informational directory of animals that are ready to adopt from the shelters & rescue organizations in the greater Triad area. Beverly Beck & Associates, Inc. reserves the right to deny advertisements. ©2016 Beverly Beck & Associates, Inc all rights reserved. Reproduction in part or whole without written consent is strictly prohibited.

ANIMAL SHELTERS & RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS 20 Burlington Animal Services

34 Ruff Love Rescue

22 Humane Society of Alamance County

36 AARF (Winston-Salem)

24 The Animal Rescue & Foster Program

38 Forsyth County Animal Control

26 Guilford County Animal Services

40 Forsyth Humane Society

28 Loving Pet Inn Adoptions

42 Rockingham County Animal Shelter

30 Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue Network

44 Davidson County Animal Shelter

32 SPCA of the Triad

reed Specific & Various Featured Local B Rescue Groups Throughout the Magazine

ON THE COVER: Verne is a handsome two year old DSH that was found as a stray. He is a very friendly and social boy who loves to play with toys and gets along with other cats. He is FIV positive and will need to be an indoor and only cat, or in a home with other FIV positive cats. Meet Verne at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 336-578-0343 for more information.

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SHELTER SPOTLIGHT Sponsored by Penny Boyles, Properties in Carolina Stokes County Humane Society & Spay Stokes

Beau

Bud is a gorgeous male

is a male Beagle estimated to be 5 years old. He is neutered, up-to-date on all vaccinations, heartworm negative and on monthly prevention, and microchipped. Beau is a sweet boy who needs a family with someone at home most of the time and a fenced yard is preferable. He gets along well with other dogs, but has not been tested with cats. He weighs 21 pounds.

tabby kitten, one of several kittens taken in by the Stokes County Humane Society volunteers. All were provided veterinary care and loving foster homes where they thrived. Bud is a beautiful, affectionate and smart kitten who loves to play, especially with other kittens. He is already neutered, litter box trained and up-to-date on vaccinations. Bud gets along great with dogs, cats and people and is ready for his forever home.

If you think Beau would be a good match for your family email arsc2004@gmail.com or call 336-971-2963. Adoption fee is $125. n

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Cinnamon is a female Mountain Cur mix dog, born in December 2010. She was hanging out at the YMCA and would even go on jogs with groups from the Y, but would not let anyone come near her. Fast forward to now and she is becoming a loving and happy girl! She is learning to trust people again and has made amazing progress! She will sit, stay, shake and loves water. She’s spayed, up-to-date on vaccinations, heartworm negative and microchipped. If you are looking for a sweet girl who loves belly rubs, then Cinnamon is the one for you!

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Oliver is a 1 year old male short hair cat. When Oliver was a young kitten, he was dumped at a local elementary school in Winston-Salem. He managed to find his way across the street and through the woods to the local ‘cat-lady’ house where he was provided veterinary care, vaccinations and was neutered. Oliver loves cats, dogs and people. He is a happy and independent boy. To learn more about Oliver go to StokesCountyHumaneSociety.com or email: stokeshumanesoc@gmail.com or call (336) 994-6117. n

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Vet’s Corner Dr. Colleen Crozier joined the staff of University Animal Hospital of Greensboro in June. She received a double major in Zoology and Poultry Science (summa cum laude), followed by her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from N. C. State. While she was attending school, Dr. Crozier participated in several veterinary mission trips to the Navajo Nation and the Yup’ik tribes of Alaska. Her interests include small animal physical therapy and rehabilitation, developing urban poultry medicine, training her poodle puppy Ollie and baking. She makes coop calls upon request.

BIOSECURITY Biosecurity is one of the most important ways to keep your flock healthy and free of disease. There are three categories of biosecurity we should remember: 1. People: We can unknowingly transmit diseases between poultry. Wearing different shoes when working with your chickens and having visitors disinfect their shoes can help prevent our bringing in diseases. 2. Poultry: When introducing new birds into your flock, it is important to quarantine the new birds for at least 30 days. Quarantine means that the new birds have absolutely no contact with your established flock. 3. Wildlife: Wildlife can transmit diseases to your chickens and can also be predators so it is important to protect your flock from them.

DISEASE

The Urban Chicken It may surprise you to hear “cluck-clucks” coming from your neighbor’s backyard but more and more people have backyard chicken flocks. With the rise in awareness of where our food comes from and eating locally grown food, it has become popular to keep chickens in order to have fresh eggs.

Top 5 Concerns for Backyard Poultry HOUSING Proper housing for your chickens is important for their health and laying status. Chicken coops should provide shelter from predators. Coops should have good quality litter that is changed regularly. Nest boxes should be low to the ground and in a dark area of the coop. Chicken coops should also have perches so that your chickens can perch off the ground.

FOOD AND WATER As with any animal, chickens need fresh food and water. Fresh water should be given every day. Chickens should be fed a well balanced diet that has been formulated by a poultry nutritionist.

• Zoonotic diseases are diseases that can be transferred from one species of animal (ex. chickens) to humans. Chickens can transmit Salmonella and Campylobacter so it is important to always wash your hands carefully after handling your chickens, eggs or manure. • There are many infectious diseases (viruses, bacteria, and fungi) that birds can transmit to each other. Make sure to look at your chickens daily in order to find birds that may be sick. If you think your chickens are sick, it is important to have your chicken seen by a veterinarian. • Chickens can get external and internal parasites. Chickens should be dewormed about twice a year to prevent infestations of parasites.

Belle, the chicken, enjoying a stroll around the yard. More and more people are keeping backyard chicken flocks today.

AIR Like humans, chickens need fresh air. It is important to have plenty of air circulating throughout your chicken coop in order to keep your chickens healthy. Decreased air can cause ammonia levels to build up in the coops, which causes birds to have difficulty breathing. It can also cause the humidity to rise in the coops, which may allow mold to grow. 10

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Cover Story

Burlington Animal Services:

A Change for the Better By Laura Michel Program Coordinator, Burlington Animal Services

et’s face it; most of us don’t really like change. It comes with uncertainty, risk and perhaps some fear. If you’ve ever changed jobs or careers, moved to a new city or made any life-changing decisions, you know what that feels like. It’s much easier to settle and do things the same old way you’ve always done them, right? Yet change is the one constant in our lives and it becomes necessary if you desire a different and better outcome. This is where Burlington Animal Services found itself a couple of years ago; we needed to make some changes to achieve a better outcome. Prior to 2014, our yearly intake of animals was 6,300 and higher. Our live release of placeable animals (adoption, return to owner and rescue transfer) was 28% or less, and our euthanasia rate was consistently around 75%. These figures are not out of the ordinary for many shelters similar to ours, but that doesn’t make it acceptable. Clearly, our mode of operation was not working or leading to better results. In early 2014, Burlington Animal Services began a transformation of how we operate; we implemented changes in policies and procedures, added new programs, opened the doors to new community partnerships, and became more accessible and transparent to everyone. Strong leadership and stepping outside our comfort zone are to credit for the tremendous progress we’ve achieved.

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New Programs

In addition to our new partnerships, we have developed some new programs. In 2015, we created a foster program and are fortunate to have several individuals who generously open their homes to nursing mothers, sick or injured animals that need extra care, litters of orphaned kittens and puppies, and dogs and cats that are not doing well in the stressful shelter environment. These volunteers are extremely important and make an immense difference in the outcome for these animals. A few years ago, these animals likely would not have had a So, what have we done? One immediate and significant change second chance. But now, they have every chance. A foster program is was developing positive relationships with community and placement essentially an extension of the shelter and it helps by freeing up space partners. Working together with the Humane Society of Alamance and resources for other animals. Fosters are always needed, so if you County and other local and regional animal rescue organizations has cannot adopt but want to help, please consider becoming a foster for been a game-changer. These groups play a critical role in assisting us your shelter or local rescue organization. by transferring animals from our facility, placing them into their foster We also offer a ‘foster-to-adopt’ program. This is when an individual programs and using their networks and resources to find adopters for wants to adopt a kitten or puppy that is too young or small for spay/ final placement. In 2013, 68 animals went to rescue groups. In 2015, 676 animals were pulled by our numerous rescue partners! It is amazing neuter surgery, or an animal that may need some continued medical care. The adopter takes the pet home and cares for it as their own, to see what happens when we all work together for the same cause. but agrees to return at scheduled intervals for weight checks, booster Working with and supporting organizations dedicated to helping pet shots and exams. When the animal reaches the necessary size, or is owners keep their pets has also proved beneficial. Friends of Mebane deemed healthy for surgery, we schedule an appointment and finalize Animals (FoMA) assists pet owners who demonstrate financial need the adoption when the spay/neuter procedure is complete. Puppies with pet food, building fences and shelter to untether their dogs, and and kittens are extremely vulnerable to disease and illness in a shelter some medical needs. Animal Kind’s $20 Fix program assists lowenvironment. The foster-to-adopt program enables them to leave the income households with getting their pets spayed or neutered. When shelter, live in their new home environment and begin bonding with individuals are able to keep their pets at home and not give them away or surrender them to the shelter, everyone benefits. their new family, and frees up much-needed space in our facility.

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The animal welfare world has witnessed many changes in recent years regarding best practices for adoption programs. A few years ago, we would never have considered doing a fee-reduced adoption promotion, as we felt strongly that adopters should have a vested interest in their adopted pet. We were euthanizing a large number of animals, too. The ASPCA and the Humane Society of the United States have done considerable research on this topic and discovered that shelters and adoption agencies were discouraging many adopters due to their adoption fees or difficult requirements. People could obtain their pets from other sources that were less expensive and easier. These organizations recommend shelters re-evaluate their adoption programs and consider offering reduced-fee and fee-waived adoption promotions to encourage more adoptions and save more lives. Burlington Animal Services gave it a try. We not only increased our adoptions, we experienced an impressive increase in visitors to our facility. We now offer a fee-reduced adoption special each month and have enjoyed several record-breaking months. It’s important to note, we have not encountered a higher return rate with fee-reduced adoptions versus regular fee adoptions, busting yet another myth. In late March, we introduced our Mighty Mousers feral cat adoption program. Feral cats are not good candidates for adoption as house pets due to their unsocial behavior towards people. As a result, they are euthanized in high numbers. We wanted to change that outcome. Spok-Animal Humane Society in Spokane, WA, has a “Farm Living” feral cat adoption program which served as our model. Mighty Mousers is perfect for anyone with a barn or warehouse and in need of environmentally friendly rodent control. For $10, you can adopt one or two cats; we recommend two for their socialization needs. They are vaccinated, spayed or neutered and ear-tipped to indicate they are sterilized. Owners agree to provide shelter (barn, shed, etc.) and food to supplement what they catch. To date we have adopted nearly 50 Mighty Mousers. Look out, mice!

Community Engagement We have also worked diligently to engage our community as much as possible. Social media is an invaluable tool for accomplishing this. Facebook allows us to promote our animals, share ‘happy tail’ stories, provide information about upcoming events or promotions, or share educational information. We enjoy a strong following and would love for you to ‘Like’ us at www.facebook.com/ BurlingtonPetAdoptionCenter. We’re on Instagram, too, at www.instagram.com/burlingtonanimalservicesnc. More importantly, Burlington Animal Services strives to be open, accessible and transparent with our community. We have nothing to hide and will gladly answer questions, show you around or share information. Our website is an excellent source of information and resources. You can view the animals in our facility, get information about rabies and microchip clinics, sign up to volunteer or foster, check out our detailed monthly statistical reports and much more. Visit us at www.burlingtonNC.gov/pets. Creating new programs and embracing different strategies has allowed us to experience incredible progress. We have markedly increased adoptions and transfers to partnering groups, raising our live release of placeable animals from 28% in 2013, to 50% in 2014, and an astounding 86% in 2015. Our intake numbers have steadily decreased from nearly 6,300 in 2013, to 5,326 in 2014, and 4,643 in 2015, due partly to an increase in pet owners spaying and neutering their pets. But most notably, our euthanasia rate has decreased from 74% in 2013 to 39% in 2015 (nearly 50% was feral cats and more than 50% was due to serious medical or behavior problems). We have learned a lot and accomplished much in the past 2-1/2 years. There is still much work to be done, but we are headed in the right direction, and we will continue to look for fresh, innovative ways to improve how we do that work.

Burlington Animal Services • 221 Stone Quarry Rd, Haw River, NC 336-578-0343 • www.burlingtonNC.gov/pets Please call us if you are interested in adopting Rex, Tiger, Phineas, Austin, Olympia or Verne, the cover model. One note— the cats pictured below, along with Verne, are all FIV-positive cats. Please read more about FIV on page 14.

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Vet’s Corner Dr. Liz Bolton is an associate veterinarian at the Cat Clinic of Greensboro. While she loves all animals, she has always felt a special affinity for cats. Upon graduating from NCSU College of Veterinary Medicine in 2007, Dr. Bolton spent several years in small animal emergency/critical care medicine and general practice. Dr. Bolton has been dedicated to exclusively feline practice since 2010. Dr. Bolton’s interests within feline medicine include internal Liz Bolton, DVM medicine, geriatrics, and Cat Clinic of Greensboro dentistry. She has extra love for the self-defensive (aka “grumpy”) cats and endeavors to work with them to make their veterinary experience as pleasant and feline friendly as possible. Dr. Bolton’s commitment to highest quality care applies not only to her patients but also to their owners. She is steadfast in her belief that veterinarian and owner must work as a team to provide the happiest and healthiest life possible to the felines entrusted to her care. When not at work, Dr. Bolton can be found reading, watching movies and theater, playing board games, and traveling. She shares her home with rescue cats from geriatric (Mr. Bananas) to juvenile (Lee and Kara).

FELINE

Heartworm Disease Heartworms are transmitted to our feline (and canine) friends when bitten by an infected mosquito. The mosquito injects an immature larval stage of the heartworm when it bites. That heartworm larva then develops inside our cats, dogs, and ferrets until it is fully grown. At that point, the adult heartworm tends to lodge inside the blood vessel traveling between the heart and lungs. Signs of disease may include respiratory distress (open mouth breathing, blue gums), cough, or lethargy. However, cats often show no signs of disease until they are very sick. Unfortunately, collapse or sudden death is often the first sign of heartworm disease in cats. Therefore, it is critical that we keep our kitties protected with monthly medication. Heartworm medication works by targeting the larval stage of the heartworm during those first months after a mosquito bite causes infection in a pet. Once the heartworm is full grown, treatment is much more invasive. However, our monthly preventatives work to kill heartworms when they are still larvae, thus preventing their progression to adulthood. While mosquitoes may be seen as outdoor pests, we all know that they can sneak into homes and other inside places. Therefore, even fully indoor kitties should be on heartworm prevention. If your cat goes outside (even just on the screened porch), then she REALLY

should be on heartworm prevention. The American Heartworm Society reports that recent studies show the incidence of heartworm infection is now similar in dogs and cats. The reality in North Carolina is that we see a lot of heartworm disease. Cats, dogs, and ferrets are all susceptible. Luckily, cats have several options for prevention that are easy to give and include flavor chews such as Heartgard or topical liquids such as Revolution or Advantage Multi. These medications are given once monthly and also protect against some intestinal parasites, fleas, ticks, and ear mites. Your veterinarian can help you choose the product that’s best for your kitty. Let’s make sure our cats are just as protected against this disease as our dogs!!

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1. One heartworm can kill a cat. TRUE Unfortunately, given the small size of feline hearts and blood vessels, one adult worm living in the pulmonary artery (which runs between the heart and lungs) can create enough inflammation and turbulent blood flow to cause sudden death in a cat. 2. Only outdoor cats are at risk for heartworm infection. FALSE Heartworm larvae are passed by mosquitos, which can live in both indoor and outdoor environments. Mosquitos can easily enter houses or enclosed patios. It only takes one bite from an infected mosquito to pass heartworm larvae to your cat. 3. Feline heartworm disease is easy to treat. FALSE Cats are unable to tolerate the anaphylactic, or “shock”, reaction that occurs when worms are killed via the treatment (melarsomine injection) often used in dogs. Surgical removal of the heartworms can be attempted by a cardiac surgeon. However, this option is generally only considered in cats where the worm burden is so high that patient health is already significantly compromised. Therefore, while it may be successful, this procedure is considered risky at best. 4. Feline heartworm disease is expensive to treat. TRUE Diagnostics and treatment for clinical heartworm disease can easily cost several thousand dollars. 5. Feline heartworm disease is easy to prevent. TRUE Monthly heartworm treatment is affordable and easy to give. Options for treatment include flavored chewable tablets or topical medication. Some commonly recommended products include Heartgard chews, Revolution topical, and Advantage Multi topical. All of these products provide the added benefit of protection against some intestinal parasites. Furthermore, the topical medications also prevent external parasites such as fleas and ear mites. 6. Feline heartworm disease is expensive to prevent. FALSE A year’s supply of Heartgard monthly chews costs less than $100 (less than $10/month). Want more information? Check out the American Heartworm Society website: www.heartwormsociety.org/pet-owner-resources.

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is a sweet nearly 2 year old DSH. How about her beautiful green eyes? Amaura is litter-trained and very playful. She and her condo-mate, Skylark, really enjoy each other’s company and would love to be adopted together! Amaura is spayed, current on shots and ready for a new person or family to adopt her. Meet this sweet girl at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 336-578-0343 for more information. Photo courtesy of Lois Dixon. n

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is a very friendly 3 year old Pit Bull. He doesn’t understand why he came here, but is hoping a new person will take him home soon! Henley is a nice, happy-go-lucky boy who walks well on a leash, enjoys playing in our yard and would love a family to watch after and call his own. He is neutered, vaccinated and waiting for you to fall in love with him.

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Tahoe is one super handsome 1-1/2 year old American Bulldog mix. He is a staff and volunteer favorite because he gives that ‘kryptonite’ look that makes you stop when passing his kennel! Tahoe is a nice, wellmannered boy who loves to go out and about. He was stray and has been waiting since early July for his new someone to take him home. He is neutered, vaccinated and ready to meet you at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 336578-0343 for more information. Photo courtesy of Lois Dixon. n

Adelaide is a very sweet 4 year old Lab mix. This girl is quiet, calm, gentle and generous with her smiles and affection. She walks beautifully on a leash and seems to like everyone. She tested positive for heartworm, which is very treatable. Her adoption fee is waived, but her adopter must agree to continue her treatment through their veterinarian. Adelaide is spayed, current on shots and ready to begin her new life. Meet her at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 336-578-0343 for more information. Photo courtesy of Lois Dixon. n

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Lorelei is a precious, timid 2 year old Hound/Terrier mix. She is fairly small, weighing about 25 lbs., and would be an ideal companion for someone wanting a sweet, gentle and quiet little girl who just wants to be with you. But this is your warning: when you meet Lorelei, you will fall madly in love! She is spayed, current on vaccines and ready to steal your heart.

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is a happy, playful and full of energy kitten! She will play with most anything! She snuggles and loves to curl up with you at night, then wakes ready to play! She does well with dogs and other cats, is litter box trained and rides well in a carrier. She will be an awesome addition to your family! Call 336-438-2023, visit www.hsaconline.org or email hsacinfo@gmail.com for more information. Ask For ID# 2424. n

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is a 10 month old Beagle mix who has the best personality, is super goofy and has the biggest heart! Though a cat-free home is a must, Jack adores other dogs and is absolutely amazing with children of all ages! He loves to run and play, so he needs an active family. Jack is still a puppy so he has a lot to learn, but he is very smart and knows how to sit and give you his paw. He would do best with a family that will be patient with him because he had a rough start and fears that he will be abandoned as he was in the past. He is currently in training and learning each day that he will not be left behind ever again. You can see in his eyes that he wants nothing more than your love!

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Gemma's

Meet Mike.

life story doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t start out with the fairy tale beginning that all dogs deserve. She was born into the home of a hoarder, raised with a pack of dogs, and not treated like the royal princess that she has come to be. Gemma was rescued (along with all her canine friends) and came to live with an ARFP foster home. Trust had to be formed, and now Gemma is enjoying life for the first time. She likes a quiet home where she can be herself. Gemma gets along with other dogs, and is ready to find her forever home. Are you interested in meeting Gemma and seeing if you are the happy ending that she deserves? Come meet Gemma and fall in love.

Mike is a lap dog that is looking for his forever home. Do you have any extra room in your lap for a new family member? Mike wants to apply if so. Come meet Mike and fall in love. Mike is a wire haired Chihuahua mix. He was an owner surrender who was headed to the shelter. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a quirky little guy with lots of personality! Call ARFP at 336-574-9600 for more information. n

Call ARFP at 336-574-9600 for more information. n

Fig Newton

Hooch

is in training with his foster mom and a professional trainer. He needs a home that will give him plenty of exercise, walks every day, and plenty of stimulation. He does not do well with change and would do best in a home with adults. Hooch is very loyal and loves his people. He is housetrained and crate-trained

(known to his friends as Fig) has been looking for love in all the wrong places. This fun-loving guy has just been told that his foster home is only temporary, so now he has his eyes set on the prize...a forever home!! Fig loves his foster family which is made up of cats, dogs and the humans! His adoption fee is $75.

and loves other dogs and is good with cats.

Call ARFP at 336-574-9600 for more information. n

Call ARFP at 574-9600 for more information. n

Blayne,

Piper

1.5 years old, was found by a kind college student who could not keep him but was willing to hold on to him until ARFP had a place for him. He is a large, long haired, dark blue gray cat with a beautiful coat. Blayne gets along with other cats and dogs and is an easy keep. He is playful but definitely has a calmer side for a cat his age.

was born on 2/24/16 and is a delight to have around. She enjoys playing and frolicking most of her day away. Piper loves other kittens and enjoys egging them on to play with her. Piper is spayed and upto-date on shots. She would be a good addition to any home.

Call ARFP at 574-9600 for more information. n

Call ARFP at 336-574-9600 for more information. n

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336.235.0770 www.triadhappytails.com September 2016

GUILFORD COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER 336.641.3400 / www.myguilford.com/animal-shelter

Meet Clover,

Meet Trevor,

a brown and white Pit Bull. She is 14 years old and enjoys quilting and making jewelry. Clover’s adoption fee is $25. Meet this creative girl at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID A31662478. n

a grey and white Pit Bull. Trevor is around 3 years old and already neutered. He’s quite handsome, weighing around 56 pounds. His adoption fee is $95. Meet Trevor at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID A32098369. n

Fee Fee

Meet Jasmine,

is a domestic medium hair cat. She is 3 years old and a black/ beige/ white tabby. She is already spayed and ready to go home. Her adoption fee is $50.

a black and white Pit Bull Terrier mix. She’s pretty in pink, around 1 year old and weighs around 40 pounds. Jasmine’s adoption fee is $95. Meet Jasmine at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID A31426645. n

Meet Fee Fee at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID A31181351. n

Oprah is a black and white domestic shorthair cat. Oprah is 4 years old, already spayed and ready to go to her forever home. Her adoption fee is $50.

is a black and white domestic medium hair cat. He loves other cats and loves to be brushed. He is around 9 years old and his adoption fee is $10. Please consider giving this guy the home he is looking for.

You can meet Oprah at the Guilford

Meet Munchlax at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID A33188737. n

County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID A23655743. n

Munchlax

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LOVING PET INN ADOPTIONS 336.393.0000 / www.lovingpetinnadoptions.org

Charlotte

Hank

is an awesome 2 year old, 25 pound girl who just came to us from a pretty horrific hoarding situation. She has a gentle, submissive, friendly, loving personality despite her prior living situation. She loves snuggles and tummy rubs. She is alert, intuitive and smart. Charlotte is humble and kind, a dog you cannot resist once you meet her. She is new to things like leashes, toys and the big world outside but very ready to learn. Adoption donation $175.

is a friendly 6 pound, 2 year old Chihuahua. He is a very sweet little guy who has a submissive personality with people though he is spunky and playful with other dogs. Hank is so snuggly and affectionate, a true lap baby. He is great with kids and is perfectly fine with them picking him up and carrying him around. Hank loves to play with toys and is not possessive. He is good on the leash. Adoption donation $175.

For more info go to www.lovingpetinnadoptions.org. n

Charlie

Jillian

is an adorable 14 pound cutie who just came to us from the same horrible hoarding situation as Charlotte. Charlie figured out he had it made the minute he was rescued and he appreciates lots of attention and has a wonderful, loving personality. He is cheerful and makes new friends right away. He is affectionate, snuggly and loves to give free kisses. He is new to the leash, toys and the outside world, but ready to learn. He is about 6 and has slightly wobbly back legs. Adoption donation $175.

is a pretty possibly Schnauzer mix who values time with her beloved family above all else. She has been in a loving home since she was about 3 years old and she is now 9. Their three small children caused her a lot of anxiety and she wants a new home without kids, please. She is house-trained and friendly, sits on command, comes when she is called and likes to be obedient. She has separation anxiety and wants to be with her loved ones as much as possible. She is low shed and 34 pounds (overweight!). Adoption donation $150.

For more info go to www.lovingpetinnadoptions.org. n

Meadow

Carlene

is a special girl who was just rescued from a horrific hoarding situation. Meadow was hiding in a metal barrel, her only shelter. We had to pull her out but she never growled and she was calm in the car on the ride back to the shelter. She was fine for her first bath ever and her vaccinations. She is brand new to normal life as a beloved pet, so seeks an experienced, special owner who will be very patient with her and socialize her. She needs to have a male companion dog in her new home. She is young and 35 pounds. Adoption donation $125.

is a beautiful young girl (maybe Jack Russell or Fox Terrier mix?), also from the hoarding situation. She is about 2 years old and 23 pounds. She is shy but very friendly and so sweetly submissive. She has been a mommy before and has a kind and gentle spirit. Carlene is snuggly and wants to be a lap dog. She is good with other dogs, learning to play with toys, and almost housetrained already. Adoption donation $175.

For more info go to www.lovingpetinnadoptions.org. n

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Dottie

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or Polk-aDottie, as her friends call her, was found wandering the streets of Greensboro. We looked for her home but unfortunately her owners were never found. Dottie appears to be an English Pointer Mix and is about 1-2 years old. This girl has yet to meet a stranger whether you are a dog, cat, human, or small child.

is a 5 month old Hound Mix puppy. This goofball was originally pulled from a less than desirable situation by a very nice family. He came to us when the family realized they needed help finding him a home. He loves attention and is a fairly laid back puppy. Nicholas is learning his basic manners and is a pretty good student.

Visit our website at www.reddogfarm.com for more information. n

Learn more at www.reddogfarm.com. n

Brooke and her three siblings were born to a stray momma cat that had managed to find her way to a very nice lady’s house. They have all been well socialized and are now looking for their forever homes. These kittens love to explore their new surroundings and LOVE to cuddle!.

Lexie

and her three siblings were born to a stray momma cat that had managed to find her way to a very nice lady’s house. They have all been well socialized and are now looking for their forever homes. These kittens love to explore their new surroundings and LOVE to cuddle!. Learn more at www.reddogfarm.com. n

Learn more at www.reddogfarm.com. n

Rosie, a young

Pepper

that pigs need. She is very sweet and social.

is a very sweet and easy to handle miniature horse mare. We have not measured her, but she is a taller mini, probably about 36” at her withers. Pepper was surrendered to us when her owner was no longer able to provide for her. She has been well maintained and has no behavior issues or health problems. She loads, stands to be clipped and leads easily.

Learn more at www.reddogfarm.com. n

female adult pot bellied pig, already spayed, came to us from Solutions for Animals, another rescue group. They took her in when her original owner could no longer care for her. Rosie was raised as an indoor pig but is now happily living the outdoor farm life

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Mama. “Mama” cat is a true Mama!! She nursed her two kittens and took good care of them. Then while in my foster care, other baby kittens needed a nursing mom and she took these additional kittens in, nursing, washing them and gave them love to help them flourish! Mama cat deserves a very good home - because she is very special!! All vaccinations are updated and she’s been spayed.

What a fun and simple way to give back. The Golf Tournament will be held September 24th at Monroeton Golf Course to raise money for the Rockingham County Animal Shelter.

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WARM HEARTS FOR COLD NOSES

Humane Society of Davidson County

Contact: 336-420-4858, or email debyduff@yahoo.com. n

Missy. Hello, my name is Missy and I am a female domestic short hair. My estimated date of birth is 4-23-16. I am energetic and frisky and love playing with other cats. As you can see, I’m dressed in my formal attire just waiting for my forever home! Will you come and make my dreams come true? If you are interested in adopting me, fill out an adoption application at www.davienchumane.org.n Humane Society of Davie County www.triadhappytails.com September 2016

SPCA OF THE TRIAD 336.375.3222 / www.triadspca.org

Meet Lulu.

She is a 5 year old Calico Tabby. Lulu is currently living in a foster home where she had 4 kittens earlier this spring. She finished raising her kittens, and now Lulu is ready to find her very own furever home. She is looking for a nice warm lap to snuggle into and nap. Do you have it in your heart and home for this beautiful lady? Please call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 for more information. n

Neko

is a beautiful 8 week old tortoiseshell kitten with 3 sisters: Sasha, Nami and Sapphire. Neko is a lighter color tortoiseshell with one dark paw and one light paw in front. The kittens were born in a foster home to their mother, Stella, so they have always been in a safe and loving home. Neko is full of energy and loves to play. She is already up-to-date on her age appropriate vaccinations and will be spayed and microchipped. Then she will be all ready to go to her new fur-ever home. She would love to take along one of her sisters so she’ll have a familiar playmate and someone of her own kind to bond and spend a lifetime with. Do you have room in your heart and home for one or more of these gorgeous kitties? Call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 for more information. n

Meet Peaches.

Tomalley

is a handsome 2 year old Siamese Flame Point mix who arrived at the SPCA of the Triad a couple of months ago, but escaped outside when he was being dropped off. Tomalley has been living around the shelter until recently. As he warmed up to the staff, they were able to catch him and bring him inside. He had several abrasions from living outside, but has since healed and been neutered. He is now enjoying the comforts of a cat condo and not yet been allowed loose among the rest of the cat population, so it is uncertain how well he gets along with other cats. Tomalley is a very friendly guy and seems to love his new life indoors. If you think you might be the purr-son for Tomalley, come meet this handsome guy!

This 2 year old Hound mix was found as a stray in High Point. She is tan with black and white markings, and is affectionate and inquisitive. Peaches is looking for her forever home and would make a great hiking companion. Do you have room in your heart and home for Peaches? If you’re interested in Peaches, please call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 for more information. n

Call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 for more information. n

Meet Stevie. She is a 2 year old female Welsh Corgi mix with black and tan fur. She is a medium sized dog, owner surrendered last week due to life changes. Stevie came with vet records, is already spayed and up-todate on vaccines. This sweet girl is ready to find her second chance. Come meet Stevie, as she is likely to steal your heart. Call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 for more information.

Captain.

This is Captain! He is a black and white 2 year old male Lab mix. Captain surprised us this morning when someone left him in the front large agility run of the SPCA of the Triad with just a water dish and a collar. He was very happy to see us, wagging his tail and being very “smiley”. He and Dee Dee met through the fence and they seemed happy to be with each other! Once he is out of quarantine and has all of his shots, he can play to his heart’s content! Come meet Captain and see if he would be a good fit in your forever home. Call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 for more information. n

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Meet Lulu.

Neko

Meet Peaches.

Tomalley

Call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 for more information. n

Captain.

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Toffee. Born about 4-13-2016, Toffee has the sad distinction of being the only tailed kitten in his litter of Manx mix kittens. He also has an eye that is smaller than the other one. Toffee will probably Tailless Cat Rescue always be shy with strangers, but he is getting better and better with people he knows. He will need a home with someone willing to look past his small defects of a tail and smaller eye. He’ll also need someone who will work with him on getting comfortable in a small space such as a single room, before he has to tackle an entire house. He does well with other cats and loves to play and climb. He needs a home with another young cat as a playmate. Toffee is vaccinated, wormed, FeLV/FIV negative, neutered and microchipped. For more information visit www.taillesscatrescue.com or email us at: taillesscatrescue@hotmail.com n

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ANIMAL ADOPTION & RESCUE FOUNDATION 336.768.7387 / www.aarfanimals.org

Belle

is my name. I am beautiful, love to sit in a lap, and love to sleep on top of baskets. I’m smart, too. Unlike my sister, I know when to play with the dog’s tail and when not to! My favorite thing to play with is my mouse and little soft balls. My sister has nothing on me. Don’t tell her that. You can meet and visit with many of our cats at the AARF House (311 Harvey St, Winston Salem) during our adoption fair hours. Go to www.aarfanimals.org for information about our adoption fair hours and adoption process. n

Peyton

is a DSH male tabby, born in May 2016. Peyton is a handsome and distinguished young man with bold markings. He has a sweet and loving personality, is energetic but calm as well. Peyton gets along great with his siblings and his foster mates. He is current on vaccinations. You can meet and visit with many of our cats at the AARF House (311 Harvey St, Winston Salem) during our adoption fair hours. Go to www.aarfanimals.org for information about our adoption fair hours and adoption process. n

Amanda.

I’m a black and gold Tortie, the runt of my litter, but my size hasn’t affected my speed or swagger. I’m the most energetic, creative and playful of my brothers and sisters, and nothing intimidates me. My goal is always to be as high up as I can possibly be. Favorite stunt: Intercepting my litter mates mid-air and bringing them DOWN. Favorite toy: The. Whole. World. Born on May 11, 2016, I ended up at Animal Control until the foster folks at AARF rescued me from what could’ve been my untimely end. After a shaky start, I’m ready for my forever home. You can meet and visit with many of our cats at the AARF House (311 Harvey St, Winston Salem) during our adoption fair hours. Foster: AARF/Stacy Holley (stacyholley8@gmail.com). Go to www.aarfanimals.org for information about our adoption fair hours and adoption process. n

Athena

and her two kittens were rescued when the babies were just two days old. She is a wonderful mommy, always cooing to her kittens and checking up on them with soft meows. Athena is a lovely muted grey tabby with the barest of stripes. She is a bit shy but loves to rub against you and to have her face and head petted. She was a very young mother and took great care of her babies, but now she wants to be able to play too. She is looking for a home that appreciates her very sweet nature. She simply wants to be close and share her quiet purr. Meet and visit with many of our cats at the AARF House (311 Harvey St, Winston Salem) during our adoption fair hours. Go to www.aarfanimals.org for information about our adoption fair hours and adoption process. n

Connor

Leafa.

Born in late May 2016, Leafa loves to play with her siblings. Although she is an adventurous little girl, her favorite place to be is near her person. She will move her play to the area immediately around you or just sit with you and snuggle. One of her eyes looks different because of a birth defect, but she is a healthy and happy little kitten. Her mom was surrendered to Forsyth County Animal Control the day before she was born. She’s been in foster care all of her life, and is looking for a kind and loving forever home.

and Sally are two lovable 10 week old kittens hoping to find their forever home. They were rescued after someone intentionally ran over their momma when they were only 5 weeks old. They had a rough start to life and will likely always be smaller than average. Sally and Connor are both sweet and loving and love to play!

For more information on Leafa, contact her foster mom at warriorbardofskyrim@gmail.com. Meet and visit with many of our cats at the AARF House (311 Harvey St, Winston Salem) during our adoption fair hours. Go to www.aarfanimals.org for information about our adoption fair hours and adoption process. n

If you would like to meet Connor and Sally, contact their foster Corrine at chaywood@elon.edu. You can meet and visit with many of our cats at the AARF House (311 Harvey St, Winston Salem) during our adoption fair hours. Go to www.aarfanimals.org for information about our adoption fair hours and adoption process. n

September 2016 www.facebook.com/triadhappytails or text TRITAILS to 64842

Of course Lyric loves music class! He likes to “sing” along with old favorites like “You Are My Sunshine” and “Row, Row, Row Your Boat”. He’d love to make some beautiful music with a new friend.

Lyric Photo courtesy of Project Pearl & Catch a Spark Photography.

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Maggie

is a sweet 8 month old Labrador mix who wants to give you all her love! She is timid at first but will open right up after some love and TLC. She is good with any age human as well as other cats and dogs and can’t wait to join your family! Please call Forsyth Humane Society at 336-721-1303 for information. n

is a 3 year old Terrier/Boxer mix who has so much love to give! She loves hanging out with her foster parents and enjoys running around their backyard. She is housebroken and will do well in any household! Call Forsyth Humane Society at 336-721-1303 for information. n

Sedona is a beautiful 1 year old medium hair calico who loves to explore. She is moderately active and really enjoys playing with her toys. She is great with humans, cats, and dogs of all ages. She is litter box trained and ready to meet her new family! Call Forsyth Humane Society at 336-721-1303 for more information. n

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Bella Lynn

is a 1 year old domestic shorthair. She enjoys lounging around the house and hanging out with her humans. She is unique as well, as most orange tabby cats are male! This sweet girl can’t wait to go to her forever home! Call Forsyth Humane Society at 336-721-1303 for more information. n

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All Cats Are STILL $15.00! Includes Spay / Neuter, Current Vaccinations, Microchip & Felv/Fiv Tested. is a big girl with an even bigger personality. She would love to find a home with a fenced-in yard where she can stretch her legs and a kiddie pool she can splash around in. Euka, who is a 4-year-old Alaskan Malamute mix, gets along great with other dogs and walks well on a leash.

Euka

is a 2 year old Labrador Retriever mix who loves life and everyone she meets. This girl has literally never met a stranger and is one of the friendliest dogs you will ever meet. She loves to run and play and just be her goofy self. She would love for you to come to the shelter to meet her!

Her adoption fee is $75 and includes her spay, vaccinations, and microchip. Meet Euka today at the Rockingham County Animal Shelter! n

Kora’s adoption fee is $75 and includes her spay, microchip, and vaccinations. Meet Kora today at the Rockingham County Animal Shelter! n

Kora

Chase

is a 3.5 year old neutered Jack Russell Terrier mix who is the life of the party wherever he goes. This guy has lots of energy and loves to bust a move on the dance floor. He’s even been known to teach some of his moves to the younger pups at the shelter.

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His adoption fee is $75 and he can go home the same day he is adopted. Meet Chase today at the Rockingham County Animal Shelter! n

His adoption fee is $75 and he can go home the day of his adoption. Meet Jackson today at the Rockingham County Animal Shelter! n

typical Beagle who likes to do typical Beagle things. He really enjoys going for hikes through the woods on sunny days. He would make a great companion for someone who loves being outside as much as he does. Jackson is almost 3 years old and is already neutered.

Mona, a 3

Maverick

is a spunky 3 month old domestic shorthair. He loves to play with his kennel mates and chase balls of yarn. Once he’s gotten his energy out, he loves to cuddle up on the couch and watch his favorite movie, Milo and Otis.

His adoption fee is $15 and covers getting him neutered, microchipped, and fully vaccinated. Meet Maverick today at the Rockingham County Animal Shelter! n

year old spayed domestic shorthair, loves to strike a pose for the camera. She is a sweet cat with a very calm demeanor. Some of her hobbies include bird watching, star gazing, and sunbathing. Mona’s adoption fee is $15 and includes her being microchipped, fully vaccinated, and spayed. She is ready to go home the day of her adoption. Meet Mona today at the Rockingham County Animal Shelter! n

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Oscar. If you have ever been owned by a Pekingese, Oscar will have a very familiar feel. He provides all the benefits that living with a Peke affords: you don’t need a clock to know when it’s mealtime; you don’t need a doorbell, he will let you know there’s someone at the door; you don’t need a Hart-2-Heart Rescue blanket, he will keep your lap warm; he talks to you with those uniquely Peke grumbly sounds and he likes to have his back scratched. If you’ve never lived with a Pekingese, then you are missing out on one of life’s great joys. Pekes are unique, and Oscar is no exception. His love of life, food and affection is not diminished by not having complete use of his left rear leg or that he has a heart murmur. Contact Hart-2-Heart Rescue at if you can provide a loving home for a sweet Peke in need. For more information about Oscar and other Hart-2-Heart Rescue adoptable small dogs go to www.hart2heartrescue. petfinder.com or email us at h2hadoptions@gmail.com. n

Moulan is a beautiful Flame Point Siamese mix. She came to us from the Davidson County Animal Shelter and clearly had a rough start in life. But, she is living the good life now, gaining weight and starting to look like the stunning Siamese mix she is. Moulan is a very gentle kitty and just a Triad Independent Cat Rescue bit shy. But, when she warms up to you, she will love you forever. Make this sweet girl yours and you will never regret it.

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Emmaline. Are you looking for a sweet, cuddly, adorable girl to dance around your home? Maybe a funny, smart pup full of personality? If so, Emmaline is your girl! Emma is a silly Boxer who enjoys playing with the other dogs in her home and loves snuggling on the couch with her foster parents. She is looking for an active home to throw her squeaky balls for her Blue Ridge Boxer Rescue and show her the way life is meant to be lived. She has undergone heartworm treatment and is ready to be adopted! Dogs like Emma don’t come along very often... so what are you waiting for? To learn more, visit www.blueridgeboxerrescue.com today!

Fisher is a fantastic Pit/ Lab mix. This boy is about 1-½ years old, 45 pounds, and seems to like everyone! He has been great with little children, other dogs and cats too. His energy level is fairly low for a young dog, he just wants to be your best buddy!

Juliet’s House Rescue

Meet Bubbles, a very well-mannered and loving Boston Terrier. She adores her people and prefers a home without any other pets. Though she is visually impaired (not blind), she learns her way around quickly. She is 7.5 years old, 23.5 pounds and healthy. If a mellow and affectionate companion is your style, Bubbles might just be for you.

She is up-to-date on vaccines, spayed, and Felv/FIV negative. If interested, please go to our website www.triadcat.org. n

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Smokey

Kiwi

is a 1-2 year old male kitty that was surrendered to the shelter because his previous owner had accumulated too many animals. He is a sweet and curious kitty that seems to get along well with the other cats at the shelter. Smokey is a quiet boy that enjoys watching all of the activity of the cat room from the top of the cat tower but he is one of the first to greet anyone that comes in the door. His adoption fee is $75 and includes his neuter, vaccinations, and microchip.

is just as cute as her name! She is 1-2 years old and was surrendered to the shelter because her owner couldn’t afford to take care of her. She is a sweet girl that gets along well with other cats. Kiwi will make a wonderful addition to almost any home that can provide her with cozy spots to nap and lots of attention. Her adoption fee is $75 and she is spayed, up-to-date on all of her vaccinations, and microchipped.

Please contact the Davidson County Animal Shelter for more information at 336-357-0805. n

Nina

Gia

is 1-2 years old and was surrendered to the shelter with her 2 kittens. Her kittens have been adopted and so now it’s her turn. She has been spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped and is looking for a home of her very own. If you are looking for a unique feline friend, then Nina is your girl! Check out her adorable head tilt! Yes, that’s a permanent fixture on this pretty girl, but it doesn’t slow her down one bit. Her adoption fee is $75.

is a little firecracker! She is an all-American playful girl that gets along with most other dogs. Gia is 2 years old and has plenty of energy but also likes to to relax and hang out with her people. Her adoption fee is only $47 and includes her spay, vaccinations, and microchip.

Please contact the Davidson County Animal Shelter for more information at 336-357-0805. n

Homer

Josie

is a happy-go-lucky boy that isn’t going to let spending his days at the shelter get him down. He knows that his perfect family is out there somewhere. This good ol’ country boy loves to go exploring. He likes walks in the woods and playing in the creek. Homer is positive for heartworms but he is already undergoing treatment. As long as his adopters follow up with their veterinarian and complete his treatment, he should make a full recovery. Homer is good with kids and most other dogs. He is almost 6 years old and needs a family with a cat-free home that is able to give him the time and attention he needs and deserves. His adoption fee is $47.50.

was recently adopted but unfortunately, this jovial girl was just too much responsibility for her adopters and so now she is back looking for another family. Let’s help Josie find another new home that will treat her like she deserves and a family who understands that pets are family and family is forever! Josie gets along with some dogs so a meet and greet with any other household dogs is highly recommended. Josie is a 1-2 year old lab mix that will do well with training and regular exercise. She is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped. Her adoption fee is only $45.

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Abby is estimated to be about 7-9 years old. She loves to play fetch with her toys and her favorite thing in the world is going outside for walks. Between walks, she can always be found waiting for a cuddle with her human friends or napping in her bed. She is friendly with most people and other animals, but can be a little picky about who she warms up to right away. She currently shares her foster home with a cat. They often greet each other Chihuahua Rescue with curious sniffs, but mostly coexist without much interaction. She’s still learning how to get on a bathroom schedule, but knows how to use a pee pad if confined to her bathroom space and she usually makes it through the night without using it. Abby is spayed, up-to-date on shots, on heartworm preventative and she had a dental. When she was spayed it was discovered that she had bladder stones. These were removed but she will need to remain on a special food to prevent the formation of more bladder stones.

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me Lady Bear or Sugar Bear! I’m an 11 year old Pug that could not walk when I came to the rescue in November of 2015. But, I have made a great recovery and I have begun to pick myself up a little at a time. I can now walk, but not well. However, now that my weight has gotten better, my mobility has increased tremendously and I am a ball of energy ready to go. I love to run around the house and play with the rest of my foster family’s Pugs! I am the best match for anyone willing to help me walk around outdoors and I would love to have other dogs to play Pug Rescue of NC with. I need someone who is willing to deal with diapers because I have bathroom issues.

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Travis is a handsome middle-aged man in need of a home. He’s 6 years old, leashed-trained, and already knows all of his basic commands. Travis is eager to please, very intelligent, loves riding in cars, playing fetch, running, and long walks. He does well with kids and dogs, but no cats for him.

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Nick

is a gentle giant. He can be intimidating at first glance, but one look into his eyes and you can see that he is just a gentle soul. He’s a bit of a goof ball at times and just so fun to be around. He is a little anxious in public right now but we are working on building his confidence. Nick would prefer to be the only dog in the home. He Merit Pit Bull loves to go on walks and loves to play fetch, but his absolute favorite thing is his “blankie”. Nick is house and crate-trained. He knows: sit, wait, down and roll-over. Girl with 3 Dogs Photography

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is a beautiful red fawn girl with a dark face, which is why we all call her “Raccoon.” Very shy and timid at first, she is playful and loving after she gets to know people. She plays well with others and wouldn’t mind living with cats or a small dog. Not quite three years old, she still has some puppy in her. Her many litter mates are all named after real or fictional space travelers, from Gus Grissom and John Glenn, to Spock and Buzz Light-Year.

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Calendar of Events (continued from page 51) Nanhall See ad on page 25.

Run 4 the Greenway

Saturday, September 10 - 10am-4pm - Pet CPR & First Aid Class at Nanhall Boarding and Grooming, 123 Manley Ave, Greensboro. Perfect for pet owners and pet care professionals! Includes lecture, demonstration and hands-on skill practice. Please call 336-852-9867 to sign up now!

Saturday, September 24 -The Run 4 the Greenway is an awareness and fundraising event to support the Downtown Greenway. It consists of a 4 mile race, a 1 mile walk/run, and a post run party. This year’s event will encourage dog participation with special registration for the 1 mile. Center City Park will host the post-run party and will be the site of the start/finish of the runs. Email llorenz@actiongreensboro.org or call 336.387.8355 for information.

Northwood Animal Hospital See ad on page 53. Saturday, October 9, noon-4pm - Spooktacular at Northwood Animal Hospital, 507 Eastchester Dr in High Point. Contests, food, music, bounce house, local vendors, giveaways, silent auction and dog park will be open to all. $5/person or get in free with pet food/supply donation. Call 336-887-2606 for more information.

Sheets Pet Clinic

Sunday, October 2 - 4th Annual Pet Blesing Service in Washington Park in Winston-Salem.

Second and fourth Saturdays of every month - Cat adoption event at 809 Chimney Rock Ct, Greensboro, from 1-4pm. Meet many cats/ kittens in a quiet, relaxed environment. Write petadoptions@sheetspetclinic.com for more details. Visit our Petfinder page at awos.petfinder. com/shelters/NC661.html to view adoptable cats/kittens. Get sneak previews of adoptables on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ SheetsPetClinic/?ref=hl

Pet Life and Loss Support Group of the Piedmont

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See ads on pages 21 & 25.

Saturdays - Pet Adoption Fair - 12:30-4:30pm at PetSmart, 2641 Lawndale Dr, Greensboro

Pet Blessing Service

Join Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice on the first and third Tuesdays of every month (August 2 & 16) at 6:30pm at Family Pet Cremation Center, 1039 E Lindsay St, Greensboro. No cost to attend. Go to: www.meetup.com/Pet-Life-Loss-Support-Group-of-the-Piedmont or call Ron Grillo at 336-686-6806 for more information.

Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue Network Saturday, September 17, 11am-2pm – Stop by Tractor Supply to meet some adoptable animals and donate some needed supplies! Tractor Supply is located at 8005 W. Market Place in Oak Ridge. Saturday, October 1 at 10am-2pm – Join us at Heritage Greens, 801 Meadowood St, Greensboro, for Barktoberfest! Bring your family and furry friends out for an afternoon of fun and games with live music and beer from Pig Pounder Brewery! All proceeds benefit Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue Network.

Rockingham County Animal Shelter (RCAS) 250 Cherokee Camp Rd in Reidsville. Phone: 336-394-0075. Community Spay/Neuter Clinic-Rockingham County Animal Shelter. Dogs-$75, cats-$65, by appointment only, call for date. Please call 336-394-0075 for details. Saturday, September 24 - Bow Wow Open Captain’s Choice Golf Tournament at Monroeton Golf Course to benefit RCAS. 9am Shotgun Start. $55/person or $220/team. Includes 2 mulligans per player along with lunch and beverages. Contact Kevin Baughn at 336-394-0076 or Randy Jones at 336-451-9292.

Ruff Love Rescue Saturday, Sept. 10, 11am-2pm, Adoption fair at Petco, 4217 W Wendover Ave, Greensboro. Sunday September 11, 9am-6pm. Dog for a Day walk/hike at Hanging Rock State Park with the dogs of RLR. Hosted by 336 Hiking & Adventure Club. You MUST register. You will pick up your dog at Pluto’s Way training facility in High Point NC and sign a waiver. We will all meet for the 5-6 mile loop hike. This is an intermediate hike and will be moderate to difficult. You will be responsible for your rescue dog as if it was your own pet. More details at http://www.meetup.com/ Hiking-Adventure-in-the-Triad. Visit 336 Hiking & Adventure Club on Meetup for future events! You can join the hiking meet up group and keep up with both Ruff Love hiking events and other local hiking trips.

Saturdays - Pet Adoption Fair - 1-4pm at Pet Supermarket, 3316 Battleground Ave, Greensboro Sundays - Pet Adoption Fair - 1-4pm at Petco, 4217 W. Wendover Ave Ste G, Greensboro Saturday, September 17 - SPCA Just Fur Fun Day at Piedmont Triad Farmers Market, 10am-2pm. FREE Admission, Lots of Activities for the Kids, Live Music, Food Trucks, Inflatables, SPCA Adoptable Animals. Join us at the Piedmont Triad Farmers Market, 2914 Sandy Ridge Rd., Colfax. Saturday, September 17, 11am-3pm – “Caturday” All CAT Adoption Fair at All Pets Considered, 2614 Battleground Ave, Greensboro

Tailless Cat Rescue Saturday, September 17 - Adoption Fair at All Pets Considered, 2614 Battleground Ave, in Greensboro from 11am-3pm.

Triad Golden Retriever Rescue Sunday, September 18 - Goldens Gone Wild Picnic, 12 noon, Camp Carefree, Stokesdale. Goldens and their families welcome, inquire at tgrr@tgrr.org. Follow us on Facebook: Triad Golden Retriever Rescue. Saturday, September 24 - Meet & Greet, 12 noon, All Pets Considered, Greensboro. Follow us on Facebook: Triad Golden Retriever Rescue.

Triad Independent Cat Rescue Saturdays - Adoption Fairs at Petsmart, Lawndale Dr 11am-2pm. Saturday, September 17 - Adoption Fair at All Pets Considered, 2614 Battleground Ave, in Greensboro from 11am-3pm.

UNchain Winston Saturday, September 17 - UNchain Winston is holding it’s 2nd annual fundraising market. Come out and shop a great variety of vendors featuring gently used items, handmade arts & crafts and learn more about great local businesses. Stop by the UNchain Winston table to learn more about our mission, buy a t-shirt, enter the raffle or enjoy a tasty baked treat. A fun morning for everyone and supporting a great cause.

Saturday, Sept. 24, 11am-2pm, Adoption fair at Natural Dog, 3708 Lawndale Ave, Greensboro.

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Simone. There’s no hiding the fact that this lovely young 1 year old Dobergirl has a genetic deformity. It’s called radial agenesis. The short of it is that it does no harm, and aside from the visual fact of it, it makes no difference in who this lovely girl is. She came to us, having been dumped at a shelter, and the malformation of her left front leg does nothing to inhibit her Doberman Rescue of the Triad motion or play in any way. It always amazes me to see how animals adapt to whatever handicaps they experience, and Simone is no exception. She runs and plays with great energy and enthusiasm, completely oblivious to the fact that she’s down a leg. She never had the use of it, so she has no sense of missing it. Read more about Simone online at www.doberman-rescue.com. Make an appointment to meet him after your application has been approved. n

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Major

is a happy-go-lucky dog that loves all people! He loves to play with his toys, but also enjoys cuddling on the couch with whoever his favorite human of the day is. He is house-trained, crate-trained, and knows sit, down, sit stay, down stay, wait, shake and roll over. Major is still working on his leash manners and attention skills. Those are HARD. He’ll Girl with 3 Dogs Photography do just about anything for a Merit Pit Bull treat though. He lives with a few other dogs, but so far has only been able to go on supervised walks with them, because he can sometimes be a little unsure about new dogs.

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Layla is a gorgeous one year old girl with a lot of energy! Layla may not make a great first impression because she is nervous with new situations, but with a confident owner who will continue to work with her, should blossom in no time. She is trained to run on a treadmill, so would love an outdoor running buddy. Layla is too hyper for small children so needs a home with adults/grown children. Layla does well with doggy daycare and needs a home that will help her with her high energy, ensuring plenty of play/exercise everyday, regardless of weather or life circumstances. Only experienced Weim owners will be considered for this girl because of her exercise/anxiety needs. Tarheel Weimrescue

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Meet Dunn! (TGRR 160732) Dunn is a three-year-old, 55 pound, Golden mix with a sweet smile and disposition. Dunn is calm and on the timid side and is in need of a loving family to grow his confidence and offer him the love, time and attention he deserves. Triad Golden Retriever Rescue He is unpredictable around other dogs, however, and we think he’d be happiest as an only dog. Dunn walks well on a leash but does not appear to have had any training and will need to be taught basic commands in his new home. For more information about adopting Dunn, please contact Triad Golden Retriever Rescue at adopt@tgrr.org. n www.triadhappytails.com September 2016

Special Feature

“Teach this triple truth to all:

A generous heart, kind speech and a life of service and compassion are the things which renew humanity”. Buddha Pet Responsibility Program

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each Humanity. Two simple words. We were trying to come up with an idea for a bumper sticker for the Pet Responsibility Program and after considerable deliberation, this is what we came up with. Trying to form a bumper sticker message that encapsulates exactly what we are trying to do, going into fourth grades in Guilford County Schools and teaching students about responsible pet ownership, was not an easy process. But we felt this summed it up better than anything else. So, what is The Pet Responsibility Program? Teachers in Moore County put together a curriculum that goes along with the fourth grade standard course of study to try to teach students about responsible pet ownership. It uses multiple means of presenting the information to engage as many of the students as possible. In 2012, the Moore County Pet Responsibility Program won the Governor’s Award for Volunteer Service. We began teaching it in 2013. We have taught in eleven schools in Guilford County so far and taught roughly 1500 students. And we hope to keep growing and reaching more schools and more young people. A question that is asked in almost all of the six lessons is, “What is the sad problem in Guilford County?” They quickly learn that the answer to that is pet overpopulation. Then when they are asked how to stop the sad problem in Guilford County, they learn that it is by spaying and neutering our pets. We play a game with them that shows how easy it is for pet overpopulation to happen and then it becomes the problem of the shelter. Then they learn how many animals come into the shelter each year, how many are returned to their owners, how many go to rescues, how many are adopted, and then how many are left after that. The reality that animals have to be euthanized because there is nowhere for them to go is sad. Even though this sounds like a tough lesson for 10-year-olds to learn, they get it and they understand that we can prevent it. It is amazing how smart these kids really are. This is not the only thing they learn. They learn about the needs of animals. And the cost of having a pet. We break down for them the cost of bringing a dog or cat home from the shelter. We explain that adopting an animal from a rescue group or the shelter means giving a homeless

General Greene Elementary fourth graders signed the pledge to be kind to animals during the final assembly in February 2015.

pet the chance to be part of a loving family. They factor in the costs of a collar, leash, food, bowls, and everything else they will need. They are amazed Students learn about many aspects of Pet Responsibility at the actual including the importance of rabies, flea, tick and heartworm cost. Then we prevention. Pictured is a Guilford Elementary student with a talk about which heartworm prevention book given to each student. of those costs occur every month. And don’t forget the time commitment. Dogs need to be walked, groomed, played with, cleaned up after, trained, taken to the vet. They learn the five basic commands to teach their dog: heel, sit, come, stay, and down. Cats need to be fed, litter scooped, brushed, played with, and taken to the vet as well. They learn about the importance of having a tag and/or microchip for their dog or cat in case they get lost. And that their dog or cat should go to the vet every year for check-ups, the importance of vaccines, especially the rabies vaccine, and flea, tick, and heartworm prevention. Even fish have to be fed and their environment maintained! We try to stress that pets are not toys. You can’t just put them on a shelf when you don’t feel like being with them. When you adopt a dog or cat, you are making a commitment for potentially the next 20 years. We talk about how their life is going to change in the next 20 years. When you are 10, thinking about everything that will happen between now and when they are 30 - finish school, possibly go to college, get your own home, get a job, have a family - and that dog or cat is still going to be in their life. They begin to see the commitment they are taking on. They are introduced to two animals who were taken to a shelter, Barney the cat and Snowball the dog. Barney is an older black cat that was brought to the shelter when her owner died and Snowball is a white pit bull who

Fourth graders get to meet therapy dog Big Al as he visits students at Guilford Elementary on February 21, 2014.

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Pictured : Allison Barnes when she was a student at UNCG and fellow volunteer instructor Allison Dunmore.

escaped from being tied in the back yard. Each week they are given a little more of their story until they find loving homes. They really become invested in the story and are left in anticipation each week when it stops. They become invested in the lives of these two animals and are ecstatic as they learn that they end up with loving families. Halfway through the program, we bring in therapy dogs, primarily through Pet Partners. The handler introduces their dog and talks about the dog and the work they do. They also explain how and why they became a therapy dog. The students get to be reporters and ask questions, most questions are given, but some are ones they come up with themselves. The questions they are given are about leaving dogs in the car unattended, their favorite place to sleep, keeping the dog on a leash, knowing the common commands. They also ask about heartworms, rabies, and fleas. It provides them an opportunity to meet with a responsible pet owner to learn how they treat their animals. At the end of the class, the kids all get to pet the dog. This is definitely a highlight for them! None of them have to pet the dog if they are afraid of dogs. We tell them in advance to turn facing their desk, where they all have an activity book to work on, if they do not want to interact with the dog. We don’t want to force them. However, we have had several students who were afraid of dogs feel comfortable enough to reach out and let the dog sniff them and pet the dog. It is wonderful to see a break through like this! There is a writing contest that runs through the lessons. It is called The Speuter Bowl. In it, students write an essay about why spaying and neutering their pets is important. It is great to read their essays. They are so creative and they have seriously become invested in the lives of animals. They really do understand how they can take responsibility in stopping Guilford County’s sad problem. We have had students not only turn in an essay, but do a complete poster on spay and neuter. Or another student who did a Power Point presentation. When we receive these at the end of week five, it fills us with the joy of knowing that these kids are going to grow up with the knowledge and desire to make Guilford County’s sad problem end. That is teaching humanity. The winners of The Speuter Bowl receive a certificate for a free spay or neuter. They can use it or give it to someone who needs it. Some of our most memorable essays have been written about helping a neighbor or family member to get their pet spayed or neutered. We always give prize packages to the winners and one or two who we draw at random from those submitted. We have had donations from Ruff Love Rescue and The Humane Society of t-shirts for the kids. This is a huge hit with them. They love the t-shirts! And they love the other tchotchkes in their prize bags as well. There is so much more I could tell you about this program. But the best way to find out is to come and teach a class or two. You’ll be amazed how rewarding it is. all photos courtesy of Nancy Herring

Chris Hellier and golden retriever Raleigh, a registered therapy team with Pet Partners, were special guests at the Bluford Elementary School fourth grade Pet Responsibility Program’s final assembly on March 4, 2016.

Below: During one of the Pet Responsibility classes, Joyner Elementary students watch a video that includes how to stay safe around dogs. When approached by a threatening dog, the video shows kids how to “stand like a tree” to help deter the dog.

To Volunteer to Teach or to Donate Financially,

UNCG Police K-9 Officer, M.A. Graves and K-9 Jax, give a demonstration during General Greene Elementary’s final assembly for the Pet Responsibility Program on February 23, 2015.

contact Ruby Wescoat at rubywescoat@hotmail.com. We do have our 501(c)(3) status through Juliet’s House, our parent organization, so donations are tax deductable. To donate prizes to the students, contact Allison Dunmore at ahdunmore@aol.com. T-shirts or anything with the name of your organization is a great way of spreading the word about who you are to families in the community. www.triadhappytails.com September 2016

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All Pets Considered (at APC unless noted) See ad on page 3.

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Saturday, September 17, at 10:00am - Scavenger Hunt Fundraiser at All Pets Considered. Registration is OPEN! For more information, visit www.bingopethospice.org/scavenger-hunt.

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Adoption Fairs - Saturdays (dogs & cats) from 12-4pm; Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays (cats only) from 12-6pm at 311 Harvey St., WinstonSalem. Also visit us online at www.aarfanimals.org.

Animal Rescue & Foster Program (ARFP, GSO) Next Step Adoption Center, 711 Milner Dr., Greensboro. Open Saturdays 11am-3pm, Sundays 1-4pm, Wednesdays 5-8pm. Call 574-9600 for info or visit us online at www.arfpnc.com. Pet Therapy w/ARFP. Take your pet for a visit to meet residents in area facilities. Contact Happy at sephappy@triad.rr.com for details.

Bingo Pet Hospice See ad on pages 6 & 15. Saturday, September 17, at 10:00am - Scavenger Hunt Fundraiser at All Pets Considered. Registration is OPEN! For more information, visit www.bingopethospice.org/scavenger-hunt. Monday, September 19, 5-9pm - McAlister’s Deli Community Night, 1603 Highwoods Blvd, Greensboro Wednesday, September 28, 6:30pm - Pet Massage Therapy w/Shannon Hull, at All Pets Considered Community Room, 2614 Battleground Ave, in Greensboro

Burlington Animal Services 221 Stone Quarry Rd, Haw River, NC. Phone: 336-578-0343. Adoption Special, Saturday, September 10 – Saturday, September 24. All dogs and cats only $15. Fee includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, heartworm or Felv/FIV testing and 30 days free Trupanion Pet Insurance. Saturday and Sunday, September 17 & 18 - The Carousel Festival in Burlington’s City Park. Music, food, kid’s activities and lots of fun! Come see some of our dogs. Hours: 10am-6pm on Saturday and 1-6pm on Sunday. Saturday, September 24 - We will be at Nature’s Emporium from 11am1pm, 3580 S. Church St., Burlington.

Central Spay, Neuter & Wellness Clinic Low cost, high quality spay/neuter surgeries for domestic & feral cats, & dogs. Clinic is located at 2780 W. Mountain St., Kernersville. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:30-5pm, by appointment only, except no appointment necessary every 2nd & 4th Thursday, closed Fridays. Please visit www.centralspay.com for information.

Feral Cat Assistance Program (FCAP) For info on monthly Spay Day Clinics, call 336-378-0878, Line 1.

Forsyth County Animal Control 5570 Sturmer Park Cir, Winston-Salem. Phone: 336-703-3647. Shelter closed on Labor Day. Saturday, September 3, 3pm - New Volunteer Orientation Sundays, September 4, 11, 18 & 25 - 1-4pm - Furever Friends Adoption Fairs Sunday, September 11 & 25 - Hiking Hounds at 1pm Tuesday, September 20, 6pm - New Volunteer Orientation

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com for more information. Bath, Ear Cleaning, & Nail Trimming – $20 donation. Paw Nail Polishing – $3 donation. Bring your muzzle – free, refreshments – free and merchandise will be available for sale.

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Humane Society of Davidson County (HSDC) The Spay & Neuter Commuter runs every 3rd Wednesday of the month. Low cost spay/neuter provided by board certified veterinarian at Planned Pethood in GSO, by appointment only. Pets are picked up in Davidson County and returned the following day. Visit www.thespayandneutercommuter.com or call 336-237-0131.

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Wellness Preventive Health Care Pet Boarding Bathing • Sick Visits Surgical Procedures • Dental Exams Cleaning Sunday, September 18 - Spa Day - @ 11am-4pm at Greyhound Friends, Drop off Service Available 2908-A Oak Ridge Road, Oak Ridge, NC. Visit greyhoundfriends.

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Animal Hospital of Lewisville

Planned Pethood Spay & Neuter Clinic - Offering financial assistance to qualified Guilford County applicants. Located at 4527 West Wendover Ave, Greensboro. Services available Monday-Friday by appointment only. Please call 299-3999 for details.

Juliet’s House Rescue Adoption Fair (both dogs and cats) every Saturday from 1-4pm at Petsmart on Bridford Pkwy. Dog Adoption Fairs every Saturday at Petsmart on Lawndale Ave, Greensboro from 11:30am-1:30pm. Cat Adoption Fairs at Petsmart on Lawndale from 11:30am-4pm on Saturdays and Sundays from 1pm-4pm.

Loving Pet Inn Adoptions Saturday, September 3 from 1-4pm - Cat and Dog Adoption Fair at Petco in Kernersville. Friday, September 23 from 6-9pm - Purse and Shoe Sale at Sedgefield Presbyterian Church, Wayne Rd in Greensboro. $10 entrance fee includes heavy h’ordevours and best selection of shoes and purses. Beat the Saturday crowd! Saturday, September 24 from 8am-12pm - Purse and Shoe Sale at Sedgefield Presbyterian Church, Wayne Rd in Greensboro. continued on page 46

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Dr. Janine Oliver & her staff welcome you &your pets Veterinary medicine that is high tech and high touch. We practice experienced, cat friendly, fear free, integrative veterinary medicine designed to meet your pet’s specific needs and exceed your expectations.

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