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April 2015

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Who Rescues Who?

VET’S CORNER

Cobb Animal Clinic Rabies—What You Need to Know

Forsyth Mobile & Relief Veterinary Services

Steph Skardal Photography

Benefits of “At Home” Veterinary Care

TRAINING YOUR PET

Marcia’s Best Dogs How to Help Our Dogs Be Better Family Pets

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Serving the Triad for over 70 years, Greensboro Veterinary Hospital boasts a progressive small animal health care team that promises to provide dependable service with integrity, in a pet and people friendly environment. We are a full service hospital accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association since 1951. Allow us to welcome your new rescue pet to our hospital with a complimentary health check-up by one of our doctors!

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Please look over the list of businesses below and support them whenever possible. These companies are the reason we are able to offer the shelters and rescue organizations free space every month. Many animals have found homes because of these businesses, and for that, we are so very grateful. A. B. Seed, pg. 50 Accent Prone, pg. 29 Adams Farm Animal Hospital, PA, pg. 41 All Pets Considered, pg. 3 All Things Dogs, pg. 25 Almost Home Boarding & Grooming, pg. 49 Always There Pet Care, pg. 42 Animal Allergy & Ear Clinic, pg. 27 Animal Hospital of Lewisville, pg. 15 Animal Hospital of Walnut Cove, pg. 49 Animal Medical Centre, pg. 39 Aristopits, pg. 4, 45 At Home Veterinary Housecalls, pg. 46 Aunt Deby’s Petsitting, pg. 21 Bingo Pet Hospice, pg. 19 Brassfield Animal Hospital, pg. 35 Burlington Honda, pg. 23 Camp Bow Wow, pg. 7 Carolina Animal Hospital, pg. 9 Carolina BMW Motorcycles, pg. 38 Carolina Dog Training, pg. 46 Cat Care Hospital, pg. 43 Cat Clinic of Greensboro, pg. 4 Central Carolina Pet Services, pg. 5 Cobb Animal Clinic, pg. 10, 11 Dirty Dogs, pg. 33 Dog Days, pg. 2 Dog-Gone Fun, pg. 35, 37 Doodie Free Zone, pg. 33 Downtown Greensboro Animal Hospital, pg. 45

Dynasty Furniture, pg. 31 Eanes Heating & Air Conditioning, pg. 5 Elite Canine, pg. 6 Family Pet Cremation Center, pg. 10 Fishers Bar & Grille, pg. 38 Fisher Park Counseling, PLLC, pg. 25 Forsyth Mobile & Relief Veterinary Svcs, pg. 17, 19 Gate City Animal Hospital, pg. 48 Glamour Grooms, pg. 27 Glenda’s Grooming & Boarding, pg. 15 Greensboro Science Center, pg. 44, 45 Greensboro Veterinary Hospital, pg. 2, 38 Guilford-Jamestown Veterinary Hospital, pg. 29 Hall Insurance Associates, Inc., pg. 23 Happy Tails Emergency Veterinary Clinic, pg. 27 Jake and Company, pg. 48 James Landing Veterinary Hospital , pg. 47 Jeff Craig Realtor/Broker, pg. 48 Jim and Judy Stratton, pg. 35 King’s Crossing Animal Hospital, pg. 41 Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, pg. 25 Laundromuttz, pg. 41 Marcia’s Best Dogs, pg. 40, 41 Marcelle Chandler Real Estate Broker, pg. 15 Mike Lewis Attorneys, pg. 19 Moms 4 Paws, pg. 27 Mt. Tabor Boarding & Grooming, pg. 19 NC Art & Antiques Mall, pg. 31 Northwood Animal Hospital, pg. 6 Paws of Royalty, pg. 19

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Pet Sitting…Plus!, pg.35 Pet Supermarket, pg. 15 Pet Supplies & More, pg. 33 Petsense, pg. 49 Philip E. Taylor, DDS, PA., pg. 52 Planned Pethood, pg. 43, 51 Plaza Veterinary Hospital, pg. 23 Red Beard Dog Training, pg. 48 Ruff Housing Doggie Daycare, pg. 4 Sedgefield Animal Hospital and Dental Center, pg. 33 Sitzen K9 Training, pg. 21 Steph Skardal Photography, pg. 39, 46 Southwoods Animal Hospital, pg. 21 Stokesdale Veterinary Hospital, pg. 43 The Corner Slice, pg. 38 The Dog Concierge, pg. 10 The Salon & Spa at All Pets Considered, pg. 3 The Treasure House, Burlington, pg. 23 Todd’s Easy Moves, pg. 25 Triad Dog Fence, pg. 23 University Animal Hospital, pg. 5 Vickie’s Pampered Pet, pg. 49 Wagon Wheel Kennels, pg. 33 Wags Pet Food, pg. 21 Wild Birds Unlimited GSO, HP & WS, pg. 29 Winston-Salem Dash, pg. 19 Younts Insurance Agency, Inc., pg. 10

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April

special features… 36 Rewarding Their Service

2015 Vol. 5, No. 10

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

Paws and Pints for a Cause

My name is Tony. That’s because of my neat tiger

Tony

stripes. I love to play with my littermates and pretend I’m a tiger. I haven’t figured out how to roar, yet. But, I’m working on it. If you want to have the cutest tiger of your own, I am that guy. I am neutered, and

Publishers / Editors

up-to-date on my vaccines.

Deb Printup Jennifer Frazier

For more information about Tony, contact Triad Independent Cat Rescue at triadcat@yahoo.com. n

Art Direction / Design Jennifer Frazier Deb Printup

Contributing Writers Clint Queen Dara Lamberson Erica Brown Gina E. Meekins, DVM Lynne Catania, DVM Marcia Martin

Cover Photography Steph Skardal Photography

Graphic Designer Lincoln Infield

Distribution Bob Slone Distributech Eileen Reilly

To Advertise Leslie Whitaker - lesliequin@yahoo.com 336.268.6752 Buddy Weiss - wweiss1@triad.rr.com 336.406.2345 Jennifer - jennifer@triadhappytails.com 336.456.1959 Deb - deb@triadhappytails.com 336.580.3964 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.

Triad Independent Cat Rescue

in this issue. . . 11 T he Vet’s Corner Cobb Animal Clinic

Training Tips

Marcia’s Best Dogs

Rabies—What You Need to Know!

Loving Pet Inn Adoptions Who Rescues Who?

17 T he Vet’s Corner Forsyth Mobile & Relief Veterinary Svcs.

How to Help Our Dogs Be Better Family Pers

48 Calendar

of Events

Upcoming April Events

Benefits of “At Home” Veterinary Care

ANIMAL SHELTERS & RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS 14 AARF (Winston-Salem)

26 The Animal Rescue & Foster Program

16 Forsyth County Animal Control

28 Guilford County Animal Shelter

18 Forsyth Humane Society

30 Loving Pet Inn Adoptions

20 Rockingham County Animal Shelter

32 Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue Network

22 Burlington Animal Services

34 SPCA of the Triad

24 Humane Society of Alamance County

reed Specific & Various Featured Local B Rescue Groups Throughout the 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. ©2015 Beverly Beck & Associates, Inc All rights reserved. Reproduction in part or whole without written consent is strictly prohibited.

44 Celebrate World Penguin Day with the Tuxedo Trot

The K9 Teams of the Kernersville Police Department

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ON THE COVER: Ruby is a gorgeous purebred who has a sweet, mellow, loving nature. She is great with people and loves to be cuddled. She loves playing with toys, fetches politely, sits on command and is well-behaved. She is about one year old. She needs to be an only pup. Adoption donation for Ruby is $125. Call Loving Pet Inn Adoptions at 393-0000 for more information on Ruby and all the other great animals currently waiting for their forever homes.

Dr. Janine Oliver & Dr. Claude Kidd are working together to provide excellent veterinary care

Come visit us and learn how we can help you maximize the health of your furry family members

We practice the latest medicine using fear free handling

DR. CLAUDE S. KIDD

Cats, dogs, ferrets pot belly pigs & exotics

Serving the Veterinary clients and patients of Greensboro since 1964. 2015 Distinguished Alumni Award The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine chose Dr. Kidd as their 2015 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient.

DR. Janine M. Oliver Earned AAFPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gold Level Cat Friendly Practice status for our Hospital and for the comfort of your Cats.

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The Boss

Vet’s Corner Dr. Gina E. Meekins was born in Columbia, South Carolina and was raised in Greensboro, North Carolina. She earned a BS in Animal Science from North Carolina State University and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from North Carolina State University in 1995. While attending veterinary school she worked in the avian disease research lab and spent a summer doing an internship with the Animal Health Division of the American Cyanamid Company. Her senior year she received the Pfizer Scholarship Award for Research Excellence.

Upon graduating from Veterinary School, Dr. Meekins worked for three years in a small animal practice in Kernersville, NC and then spent three years working at an emergency clinic before coming to Cobb Animal Clinic. Currently she shares her home with her husband Hayes, their two sons Hayes and Ryan, and Gina E. Meekins, DVM Riley their daughter. They also enjoy spending time with “Beason” their Golden Retriever and “Kuechly,” their kitten adopted from Cobb Animal Clinic!

Rabies—What You Need To Know!

Rabies is a deadly viral disease which attacks the central nervous system of warm-blooded animals and causes acute inflammation of the brain. Early intervention after exposure can effectively prevent the disease, but once symptoms appear, the disease is almost always fatal. The rabies virus is transmitted in the saliva of an infected animal, typically into a bite wound. On rare occasions, rabies has been transmitted by other routes such as contamination of mucous membranes or aerosol transmission. The incubation period is typically between 1-3 months, but can range from less than a week to greater than one year. The World Health Organization reports that rabies is present in over 100 countries and the virus is responsible for an estimated 50,000 human deaths annually. The majority of these cases occur in Africa and Asia, and exposure is typically due to rabid dogs. Due to strenuous vaccination protocols of our pets, and successful post exposure treatments, the United States only sees around one to three deaths per year, although, an estimated 39,000 people receive post exposure treatments annually. In North Carolina, rabies is found most commonly in raccoons, skunks, red and grey foxes, coyotes, wolves, ground hogs and beavers. Bats are also a significant source of rabies, and although only a small percentage actually carry the virus, they represent the most common route of exposure to people in the United States.

The rules and regulations for dealing with rabies are strict, and that is because there is NO way to test for rabies in a live animal! Since this disease is fatal, laws are in place to protect people’s safety. • North Carolina Law requires that any owner of a dog, cat, or ferret shall have their animal vaccinated by four months of age, and keep the animal currently vaccinated against rabies. There are no legal exemptions to rabies vaccination of pets in the N.C. General Statutes. Rabies antibody testing (titers) are not to be used in place of current vaccination. • If your pet is potentially exposed to rabies and is current on rabies vaccination, the animal should be immediately revaccinated for rabies within five days of exposure. It is advised that the animal remain under the owner’s control and be carefully observed for potential clinical signs for 45 days. • If a pet’s vaccination coverage has lapsed, or the animal has never been vaccinated, and has been exposed to potential rabies, the local health director has the authority to require the owner to euthanize the animal, or place the animal (at the owner’s expense) in quarantine up to six months at a designated facility. • If you are bitten or scratched by any animal, clean the wound immediately with soap and water for 15 minutes and call your doctor. Do not attempt capture of an animal yourself. Call Animal Control immediately. If the animal is a dog,

cat, or ferret, it can be placed in a 10 day confinement in a designated facility to monitor for development of clinical signs of rabies. If signs of rabies develop, the animal will be humanely euthanized and submitted for testing. • For people with confirmed exposure to rabies, there is a rabies post exposure vaccination protocol. It consists of a dose of human immune globulin and four doses of rabies vaccine This set of vaccinations is highly effective at preventing rabies if given as soon as possible following an exposure. Common sense is the key to safety and prevention. Keep all family pets up to date on their rabies vaccinations. Limit your exposure to stray animals and wildlife, and counsel children on the dangers of handling these animals. Wear protective gloves when handling dead or sick wildlife. Avoid any contact with bats. If you have any questions on handling a situation, don’t hesitate to contact your physician, veterinarian, Animal Control, or your local health department for help.

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Cover Story

WHO RESCUES WHO? By Dara Lamberson Loving Pet Inn Adoptions

ven though we know we can’t save them all, as an animal rescuer, the desire to do so is very strong. As the calls and emails come in decisions must be made, tough decisions of who we can take into our program and who we must turn away. These choices are not easy to make but are a reality of the rescue world. A non-breed specific rescue must keep a variety of sizes, colors and breeds of dogs and cats in order to keep adoption numbers up. There are some that come along and we feel so sorry for them that we take them in knowing that they will most likely live out their life here with us. Myrtle was one like that. She was huddled in a cold corner in a high kill shelter when I first saw her. I “pulled” her from there with the intention of just giving her some comfort in her last

days. She appeared From Chalupa’s (now Choopi) Family: “I have known the joy to be so old and frail of raising a puppy into adulthood and seeing them develop that hospice care was their own personality. But now I know the special joy of all I thought we could adopting an older dog who has had a rough life and just offer her. Boy was I wants to be loved and experience some comfort and security.” wrong…with some TLC Myrtle came out of her shell and became a favorite of all know”, she said. Her listing wasn’t on who met her. Her tough little spirit was such petfinder long before an inquiry came an inspiration. She was with us for three in on her. Chalupa was adopted and is years and was the ruler of the kitchen/break now Choopi. room where she lived in comfort perched Here is a little of what her new family has on her big fluffy bed. So when the next old, to say about her: decrepit Chihuahua came along I assumed “I had not planned on adopting another her fate would be the same…wrong again! dog. We already had 4 rescues! But my Chalupa came to us as an owner surrender. wife saw a dog rescue web page about Skinny, arthritic and grouchy, this little girl a Chihuahua and sent the link to me. had obviously seen some hard times. After For some reason, the dog’s appearance seeing her potential, a volunteer convinced in the photos immediately gripped me me to post her for adoption… “you never and her eyes seemed to beckon me to

Myrtle, above, was pulled from a high kill shelter with the intention of just giving her some comfort in her last days. She was with us for three years and was the ruler of the kitchen/break room. Pictured to the right, Myrtle enjoyed snuggling with Magoo. 12

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consider adopting her. Maybe it’s just the sap in me when it comes to animals, but I began thinking that my wife and I could give this poor little dog a good home. To have her know that life can be good, and that it doesn’t need to be filled with pain, unkindness and loneliness. The more I thought about it, the more the urge grew to adopt this older dog. When I first met her she was weak, afraid of being picked up and her arthritis was so bad it seemed as if she could not run, jump or go up steps. When this pitiful but sweet dog looked into my eyes, I thought I saw a determination in her to not let her condition or her past forever chain her to being miserable. It was as if she was letting me know that she just wanted a chance to be loved and to know some comfort in life. It was as if she was silently pleading “don’t give up on me. I still have something to give.” As I write this, we have had her for a little more than a month, and she has already given me more joy and pleasure than I could have hoped for. Seeing her transform into a dog who is no longer afraid to be picked up and who now occasionally runs, jumps and scampers up steps and truly seems to be happy and content has extinguished any concern about adding another dog! I have known the joy of raising a puppy into adulthood and seeing them develop their own personality. But now I know the special joy of adopting an older dog who has had a rough life and just wants to be loved and experience some comfort and security. I don’t know how long she will live. It may be only six months or it might be six years. But I do know that however long she has, we will do what we can to give her a happy and comfortable life. And I do know that each day she is with us, she will give back to us her love and her appreciation for what she now has.” The dogs that come into rescue often have medical issues due to neglect or abuse. Bobo came to us in pretty bad shape. Skin allergies that had not been addressed had caused years of constant scratching. His skin was red, scabby and he had many bald patches. He seemed to be an anxious, restless dog, probably due to years of being so uncomfortable. When an inquiry came in for him and a meeting was arranged, we prayed that they would see past

“Bobo brought so much joy to her (my mom) even in the final days. He would lay in bed with her and snuggle like only Bobo can do.” his “issues” and see the potential of what he could become. Here is an excerpt from a letter we received from his “mom”: “I was so adamant about not getting another dog after our dog lost his battle with cancer 15 years ago. Right after we adopted Bobo in May, I found myself wondering why I had changed my mind and wanted this little guy so much. I just assumed it was his unconditional snuggling love that made him a perfect fit for us. It wasn’t until just recently that I realized I was going to need him to help get me through the struggles that were ahead of me. On February 3rd my mom lost her health battle and moved to her new home in heaven. Bobo brought so much joy to her even in the final days. He would lay in bed with her and snuggle like only Bobo can do. After losing her that Tuesday morning, he has been what has kept me going. He’s always ready to give kisses and lets me squeeze him as much as I want… whenever I want. I’m not sure what I would do without him in my life right now. He has given me the joy and love that I’ve needed over the last few weeks and I can’t imagine our family without him. What a blessing he has been!” More stories…”My husband and I adopted Lilah in 2011. Two weeks after we welcomed her into our home, my husband

was diagnosed with stage four cancer. He and Lilah were buddies. She was our best medicine during his illness and now she is my best friend. I don’t know what I would do without her.” And more…“I adopted Lexi in June and she is the absolute love of my life. I not only rescued her, but she definitely rescued me. Being a relatively new widow with no family within 700 miles, she is such a dear companion that has filled a huge void in my life…I couldn’t possibly imagine life without her.” I could go on and on with stories of the joy these dogs and cats have brought into the lives of the people who adopt them. So, as I look at the days ahead, I know there will be choices to make…who to take and who to turn away. We will work as hard as we can to be able to take in as many as possible and we know that a difference will be made for them and the people who adopt them.

If you would like to find out more about the adoptable animals at Loving Pet Inn Adoptions, please call 336-393-0000. www.triadhappytails.com April 2015

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

Ellie Mae

Eddie

is a brown short-haired tabby with white highlights. He was born on March 25, 2013 to a mom who had just been rescued from Animal Control. Contact us if you’d like to meet Eddie. You can meet and visit with many of our cats at the AARF House (311 Harvey St, Winston Salem) during our adoption fair hours. Visit www.aarfanimals.org for more information about our adoption process. n

Evie

is a brown tabby with medium-long hair. She is a mama kitty who was saved from Animal Control while giving birth to her kittens. She forms a strong bond with her people and is very protective.

You can meet and visit with many of our cats at the AARF House (311 Harvey St, Winston Salem) during our adoption fair hours. Visit www.aarfanimals.org for more information about our adoption process. n

Beau

is a DSH brown tabby kitten with white highlights. He was abandoned at the AARF House with two other kittens. As you can see in his pictures, he has a scar on his left cornea -the result of an untreated eye infection when he was a tiny kitten. Although somewhat distracting, the scar will not affect his health or quality of life and may resolve over time. He’s very social and friendly, will nap in your lap and loves other cats and people, too. You can meet and visit with many of our cats at the AARF House (311 Harvey St, Winston Salem) during our adoption fair hours. Visit www.aarfanimals.org for more information about our adoption process. n

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is a short-haired tortoiseshell tabby (torbie). She was born on February 24, 2013 to a mom who had just been rescued from Animal Control. Ellie Mae loves people and is very eager to play and please. Her favorite activity is cuddling and nuzzling. You can meet and visit with many of our cats at the AARF House (311 Harvey St, Winston Salem) during our adoption fair hours. Visit www.aarfanimals.org for more information about our adoption process. n

Opie.

Hi, I’m Opie. I’m a big, lovable guy. I LOVE to be brushed! I’m a little shy at first, but as soon as you feed me and brush me, I’m in love. I also like to wrestle with my foster siblings. I’ll be happiest in a quiet home with at least one other cat. If you have a cat who is lonely, I’d be a perfect companion! You can meet and visit with many of our cats at the AARF House (311 Harvey St, Winston Salem) during our adoption fair hours. Visit www.aarfanimals.org for more information about our adoption process. n

Kyle

is a black and white short-haired cat who was rescued from a high-kill shelter with his littermate. He was born on 4/8/2014. Kyle is very playful and does well with dogs. He has been neutered and is current on shots. You can meet and visit with many of our cats at the AARF House (311 Harvey St, Winston Salem) during our adoption fair hours. Visit www.aarfanimals.org for more information about our adoption process. n

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Red Rover, Red Rover, send CLOVER right over! Looking to add a little luck to your life? Then head to FCAC and meet Clover, a beautiful calico who is estimated at 6-years old. Clover is another cruelty case confiscation that is getting a second chance. Clover is sponsored by Project Pearl and has a reduced adoption fee!

5-years old Cheyenne came to FCAC as owner surrender and she is ready to find her second chance! Although she has never visited the great city she was named after, she’s ready to change her current zip code for a loving new, forever home! Cheyenne is sponsored by Project Pearl and has a reduced adoption fee.

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Gigi.

What can we say…. We loved Gigi when she came to FCAC a tiny stray puppy and we love her even more today! Friendly, loving and ready to please, Gigi is eager to learn! By no fault of her own, she is looking for her THIRD home because her previous owners were not responsible. Please ask for Animal ID: A290538. Puppy photo courtesy of DesiLu Photography, adult photo courtesy of Maria West, Zozo Photography. n

Aldrich. 12-year old Aldrich came to FCAC as a cruelty case confiscation with other cats (also in adoption). He is large in size, but has a heart to match. He’s ready to live out his golden years lounging in the sun porch, watching squirrels and birds from the window. His polydactyl feet make him additionally unique, but nothing can top his winning personality! Please stop by FCAC to visit our big friend, but ask for Animal ID: A309260. Photo courtesy of Kristin Deavers Photography. n

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Callie. Ears of a Beagle, tail of a Brittany Spaniel, smile of a supermodel and a Great Dane sized heart! Meet our friend Callie! Estimated at 4-years old, this medium size Hound mix is ready to play outdoors, rearrange her toys perfectly at home and help your family stay grounded with walks at the park. A terrific family dog, with a wonderful spirit, Callie is a fantastic dog! Please ask for Animal ID: A309174. Photo courtesy of Lauren & David Clark, DesiLu Photography. n

Quinn. Out-going, adorable Quinnie loves to give HUGS and kisses! Her hobbies include making the perfect carob treats for her friends in the kennel (she knows chocolate is off limits!!), learning how to play disc golf and studying plants. To visit this adventurous and smart dog, please ask for Animal ID: A308730. Photo courtesy of Maria West, Zozo Photography. n

Vet’s Corner Lynne Catania, DVM Forsyth Mobile and Relief Veterinary Services Dr. Lynne Catania received her degree from Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2002. She is a fully mobile, progressive, experienced mixed animal veterinarian providing mobile veterinary care to horses, cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, alpacas, dogs and cats in the Winston-Salem area since June of 2013. With 13+ years in veterinary practice, she was raised in Western NY on a Registered Jersey Cattle Farm that showed nationwide. She was in mixed animal practice for 7.5 years in NW PA prior to going on her own in relief and large animal practice, in PA/NY. She moved to Winston Salem in 2011 with her husband and three children, and repeated her model from NW PA, offering relief veterinary services to the community. Currently, she serves several veterinary hospitals in the Triad, and also offers her services at the Central Spay, Neuter and Wellness Clinic in Kernersville in an effort to help control the pet population. It was her passion and desire to cultivate meaningful client relationships and her need to work directly with her own clients and patients that brought about the start of Forsyth Mobile and Relief Veterinary Services in June of 2013.

Benefits of “At Home” Veterinary Care “At Home” Veterinary Care seems to be a phenomenon that is catching on across the country. When I started my mobile mixed animal veterinary service in June of 2013, it was on the hunch that pet / animal owners would be excited about the utility. So far, my hunch has been correct! In my travels recently to CA, I noticed a large number of “mobile vets” especially in the small animal realm, on the road. It seems that this is a growing business model nationwide. I am quickly learning why! Pet owners love the service for many reasons. I have tried to itemize some of them here. My personal background is in both small AND large animal medicine. While it is my calling to serve dogs and cats, it is due to my love for hooved animals (cattle, horses, llamas, alpacas, goats, sheep and the occasional pot-bellied pig), that I felt a mobile “mixed animal” practice would be a novel idea. So, for farm animal owners, YES - I will see your dogs on a farm call, too! But, for the nature of simplicity and this magazine, this article is written in regards to house pets. Pets tend to feel “safe” when within their own environment and they truly tend to be more at ease to handling. There are not as many “foreign smells” within the home of the pet that would get them alarmed. This often allows the veterinarian to do things, with the owner present, that may not be remotely possible in a veterinary office without sedation or even the need for general anesthesia. Pets that succumb to car sickness, have immense anxiety from a car ride or setting foot into a traditional veterinary hospital, are prime

candidates for “at home” veterinary care. Those extra-large patients or those that are less mobile from arthritis can also benefit tremendously! Many owners find that if they have several pets requiring preventive care (vaccinations, etc.), it is much more convenient to have them all examined / attended to at once, in the home. This would save them time and would avoid the need to make several trips to the veterinary hospital with a few pets at a time. Oftentimes, this can also be a more costeffective deal, as you pay for one house call. Also, having your veterinarian come to you lowers the risk your pet will be exposed to diseases that could be lurking in a clinic waiting room from sick pets. This is a tremendous advantage if your pet is very young, elderly or has a weakened immune system. For the pet owner alone, at home veterinary care may be a huge blessing for people with hectic or unpredictable schedules, for couples with a new baby or young children at home and for shut-ins, senior citizens, and people who don’t drive. Owners who are facing the death of a beloved companion may prefer to have their pet euthanized at home, surrounded by family members. This is a very hard time for all, and can be a very loving and comforting thing to offer a pet that has been so special in their family’s life. Many services that can be offered in a traditional veterinary hospital can be offered or obtained in the home. Preventive care, exams, lab samples, and medical services that tend to be the most common can be offered, without compromising the standard of care. This is especially true for most preventive care, such as vaccinations, flea / heartworm and monitoring of many common conditions such as controlled diabetes, thyroid disease and most skin conditions. Services may vary depending on the equipment that the particular mobile vet has access to. This may seem like a wonderful thing all the way around, however, there are some disadvantages to mobile veterinary services. Service limitation may be a concern sometimes with “at home” veterinary services. When there is severe injury, radiographs, ultrasound, other advanced diagnostics, or the need for advanced surgical care / alteration - referral or transfer to a traditional veterinary hospital or even a specialty referral hospital may be necessary. So, if your pet is very ill or requires a specialist, a mobile unit probably isn’t the way to go. Mobile clinics are also not typically equipped to handle emergencies. This will vary from one mobile service to another though. For this reason, it is recommended you call first to see what services are available from the mobile vet that you choose. Appointment scheduling may sometimes be an issue. Due to travel, set-up time and other peculiarities of operating a mobile vet clinic, these vets-on-wheels are able to see far fewer patients each day than their counterparts in regular practice. You could run into a situation where appointments are booked far in advance or on a time table that may or may not work with your needs or the needs of your pet. Mobile veterinary services can be more expensive than the same services at traditional veterinary clinics. Travel to and from appointments carries its own expense, and each mobile call takes considerably longer than regular clinic visits. Mobile vets generally have no choice but to charge higher fees for the convenience of bringing their clinic to their patients rather than the other way around. However, this may vary from one service to another, depending on what services they offer and it’s recommended that you do your homework and evaluate what type of care would work out best for you and your pet. Weigh the pros and cons, and if you decide that at home veterinary care is for you and your pets, call Forsyth Mobile and Relief Veterinary Services at 336-734-9387. Please see our ad on page 19 for more information.

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Coco Puff

Fernando

is a handsome 7 year old seal point Siamese cat. This little guy is still healing from a rough past and simply needs a loving family that will give him patience and TLC so he can finish recovering. Coco Puff would

is a new arrival at Forsyth Humane Society and thus far has been a treat-loving grouchy old man. Fernando is 6 years old and we believe he will warm up now that he is out of the shelter environment. Please give

do best as the only pet in a home. If you can offer Coco Puff a home with lots of TLC, please call FHS at 721-1303 for more information. n

B-Kay is about as affectionate and tolerant as cats can be. She is 2 years old and is happy staring out the window, playing or cuddling. She currently hangs out with other cats in the cat room so she would do well in a home with other cats and we believe she would do well with children. Please call FHS at 721-1303 for more information. n

Khaki

is a 7 year old Pomeranian. According to his foster mom he is a happy little dog who will play with his toys and gets along well with his foster sister. He loves his walks and does not pull on his leash. He has been good meeting other dogs in the neighborhood but doesn’t like to play with them. He’s quiet and barks only when getting ready to go outside. Khaki loves to cuddle and be petted. To adopt Khaki, call FHS at 721-1303. n

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our guy, Fernando, a chance. Please call FHS at 721-1303 for more information. n

Margo

is a cute 3 year old Chihuahua/Pug mix. She is a new arrival at Forsyth Humane Society so we are still feeling her out. She has been quiet and shy so far, however, we believe that will change once she is comfortable in a home environment. Please call FHS at 721-1303 for more information. n

Digsby

is a 1-½ year old Labrador/Australian Shepherd mix. He is a very affectionate dog, full of kisses. Digsby just needs some obedience training and a family to be active with. He gets along with other dogs and people of all ages but he is not a fan of cats. He will make a wonderful pet for the family that chooses him. To adopt Digsby, please call FHS at 721-1303 for more information. n

Fun loving, graceful and full of life, Zena is ready to hit the trails or the yoga studio with her new owner. Looking for a friendly dog to teach poses to or a yoga partner? Zena is willing to learn, as long as her owner is patiently teaching her! A favorite at the shelter, she’s ready to put some “Zen” into her family’s life! For more information contact: Animal Control of Forsyth Photo courtesy of Maria West, Zozo Photography County at 336-703-3647 ask for Animal ID: A307830.

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is a 4-month-old Retriever mix. When Charlie arrived, he was a scared and neglected puppy. With a little love and attention, Charlie has blossomed into the happiest, most loving puppy you will meet. He loves to play and is very affectionate. Charlie’s favorite place to be is in someone’s lap getting petted. Charlie enjoys his shelter family, but he dreams of finding his forever home soon.

enjoys taking long walks and curling up for a nap.

Adoption fee is $85. Call Rockingham County Animal Shelter at 336-394-0075 for more information. n

Miya

is a 2-year-old Shepherd mix looking for the perfect family to call her own. Miya is a very active girl and she loves being outside in the sunshine. She hopes to one day hike the entire Appalachian Trail. She is spayed, microchipped, up-todate on her vaccines and ready to go home today. Adoption fee is $50. Call Rockingham County Animal Shelter at 336-394-0075 for more information. n

you’re looking for a dog that loves music, Banjo is the one for you. This 1-year-old Pit Bull mix loves to dance to his favorite songs and will even sing along sometimes. When Banjo isn’t enjoying a good tune, he

Julian is a 1.5-yearold Labrador Retriever mix with a kind demeanor and an even sweeter personality. Julian is the perfect size for a house dog and his favorite thing to do is cuddle up and give lots of kisses to everyone he meets. Julian is looking forward to finding his forever home. His adoption fee is $110. Please call Rockingham County Animal Shelter at 336-394-0075 for more information. n

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is a 1.5-yearold American Pit Bull mix. She is patiently waiting for you to make her part of your family. She has a loving personality and is very friendly. This beautiful girl walks well on a leash and gets along great with other dogs. Stop by the Rockingham County Animal Shelter today and give Domino her forever home! Adoption fee is $110. Call Rockingham County Animal Shelter at 336-394-0075 for more information. n

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the perfect home to fit her perky personality. Adoption fee is $15. Call Rockingham County Animal Shelter at 336-394-0075 for more information. n

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Butters is a handsome 3 year old domestic medium hair boy. He was surrendered due to health reasons, but is a friendly boy who is playful and loves being petted. Butters is neutered, current on shots and available for $50 at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 578-0343 for more information. n

Chestnut

is 4 year old Pit Bull who was found as a stray. He is a well-behaved, laid back little guy who does nicely walking on a leash after getting his wiggles out, and will sit quietly to get a treat. Chestnut really enjoys a belly/chest/head scratch and will give lots of kisses in return. This sweet boy has been waiting patiently since December for a new home and he is ready to go! Thanks to a generous person, you can adopt him for $45 at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 578-0343 for more information. n

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is a 2 year old domestic long hair. He came to us as a stray and is ready for a second chance at love. Pompeii is a cuddle bug who prefers curling up for a good nap and would make a wonderful lap kitty for someone who might be home a lot. He is neutered, current on vaccinations and is available for $50 at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 578-0343 for more information. n

Spice is a 1 year old Dutch Shepherd mix. He is learning to walk on a leash and knows how to sit for a treat. This smart and handsome boy would love a new home with a fenced yard and some kids to play with! He is neutered, current on his shots and ready to go home for $90. Come meet him today at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 578-0343 for more information. n

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is a 1 year old Pit Bull who was found as a stray. This lover boy gives lots of kisses and will sit and shake for a treat. Sarge is energetic but settles down nicely after a few minutes of running in a fenced yard. He is a smart boy who will steal your heart! Sarge is neutered, up-to-date on shots and available for $45, thanks to a generous person who sponsored half of his fee. Meet him at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 578-0343 for more information. n

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is a 4 year old Pit Bull who has been here since December. This girl is nothing but a big love bug who gives lots of warm kisses! Starla loves to run and play in the fenced area with her rubber Kong bone and will even throw it for herself. After playing for a while, she loves a good belly rub and appreciates any attention you give her. Thanks to a generous person, half of her fee has been sponsored, so she is available for $45! Fall in love with this sweet girl at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or you can call 578-0343 for more information. n

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is a beautiful sleek black adult cat, around 9 years old. She and her sister Dali were surrendered back to HSAC in the spring 2014. Dali has since found a new home and Meli is patiently waiting for her turn! She is very sweet and very affectionate. She loves to snuggle so much that once she finds her spot she will complain if you move! She is a very talkative cat and does well with other calm cats. Meli loves to play and the laser pointer is her favorite! She loves to be held and adored. Got love to give? You need Meli!

is a 10 month old brindle Plott Hound mix. Jagger loves to play, and play hard....he’s a high energy puppy that has just started his training. Jagger is very smart and good in the crate. He knows his name and a few basic commands. He likes to cuddle, takes treats gently and sleeps through the night in the crate with no complaints or accidents. Jagger really likes other dogs but sometimes they don’t like him. He is very people friendly and follows his foster mom all around the the house. He likes cats but sometimes plays too rough for them. Jagger will need to be with an active person and a fenced in yard would be great.

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Alice

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is a beautiful Siamese mix who came into our program with her son, Alex. Both babies are very shy at first, but they become extremely sweet in no time. Alice is 6 years old, and has had a hard life. She’s had 3 litters, and has had to protect her babies from the elements, other animals, and unkind people. A year ago, an HSAC volunteer was lucky enough to trap her, have her spayed, and begin socializing her. Her progress has just been amazing to watch. Alex has found his forever home but Alice has not. She is litter-trained and very polite in the home. Alice gets along with other animals and enjoys cuddling once she is comfortable.

is a 7 years young black and tan Chihuahua looking for his fur-ever home, fur-ever human(s), and fur-ever lap to rest his head after a long day of being Brake! He is a sweet gentleman who would do best in a home where he can be Top Dog, lavished with attention. He loves to go for walks. He will walk for days! He does fine with cats and dogs his own size - but really, he wants to be only yours! Please contact the Humane Society of Alamance County if you’re interested in this little guy!

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Hanna & Milo were surrendered when their guardian passed away. They were a little shy at first but they have adjusted and are doing very well. They are 6-1/2 years old and both love being loved on after a proper introduction. Hannah and Milo will purr and beg for pats on the head and are learning to get along with other cats and cat-friendly dogs. Both Milo and Hannah are litter-trained and very affectionate. We would very much like for Hannah and Milo to be adopted together as they are a bonded pair who have been through a lot. For information call 336-438-2023 or email hsac@netpath.net. n

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malnourished and pregnant, Ava is always willing to show unconditional love to anyone that would shower her with kindness. Born March 2014, Ava was a terrific mom to 6 beautiful baby pups - however, she is so glad to be living the carefree life that a 1 year old dog should be living now that her puppies have been weaned and are in other ARFP foster homes. Part Pointer, part Brittany Spaniel, Ava loves life and loves attention. Ava thinks she is meant to be a lap dog, always yearning to be cuddled up on her favorite person. Ava has found a new love for toys - always carrying one around the house. Cratetrained, house-trained and pretty much perfect...that’s our girl Ava.

Meet our western guy Maverick! Maverick is one of Ava’s pups, born on January 14th. We know he is part Ava (Brittany Spaniel mix) but whatever daddy was we have no clue. Our thinking is that he will be slightly larger than Ava. Maverick is a charmer and loves people. He is crate-trained and potty-training is coming along, slowly but surely for this sweet boy - you know how boys are:-). Maverick loves to play and is good at occupying himself if he needs to. Drop by and meet Maverick anytime!

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Mandy, Mandy, Mandy how beautiful

Dean, Dean, he’s our man! Foster parents went to Carolina so we’re guessing we know who Dean was named after! Dean was born Christmas Eve 2014 to a mom that appears to be a Whippet/ Black Lab mix. His sissy is black and his other brother was blonde. Dean is an entertaining kind of guy who likes to play. He’ll play with other puppies or people, he’s not picky. Dean is crate-trained and he is working on potty-training. He is up-to-date on his shots and will soon be neutered. We’re pretty positive that he’ll make a good addition to any home!

you are! Silly too! Born mid August, this little girl has a spirit that is full of sugar and spice. Mandy enjoys playing with her stuffed mouse, rolling around and wrestling with her brother, and spending time with her foster family. Up-to-date on her shots and feluk-negative, Mandy is searching high and low for a family to call her own. Do you have room in your home for a fun-loving kitten? Mandy will pack up her bags and head right over if you are ready.

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Charlotte

loves, loves, loves, life! Her goal is to please. She is approximately one year of age, spayed, up-to-date on shots, and heartworm negative. Billie Joe is named after the lead singer in the punk rock band Green Day but she says she’s no punk, she’s a lover! She is also house-trained, cratetrained and “plays well with others”. She was found wandering a busy street which is so unsafe for her as we have discovered that she is hearing impaired. Can you help find Billie Joe her forever home? Billie Joe is currently interviewing potential forevers.

was a Christmas Eve baby born to a homeless Whippet/Lab mix. Fortunately for the whole family a kind person took them in and allowed mom to raise her babies. Now Charlotte, along with brother Dean, are in ARFP and living the good life in a foster home. Charlotte is a sweet girl with personality plus. She is a team player and loves playing with the other puppies. Charlotte is crate-trained and she says potty-training is coming along nicely. Would you like a Charlotte in your home?

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Bella

is a peppy 3 year, 1 month old female Dalmatian mix who would make a great addition to any family. She loves to play, go on jogs, and make new friends. Bella is spayed and ready to find her “furrever” home.

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Vannah

is a beautiful 2 year old female Pit Bull / Shepherd mix whose stunning eyes make her stand out. She loves playing with tennis balls and going on walks. Vannah is not currently spayed, but will be as part of her adoption fee. Meet Vannah at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID 25049708. n

Mozart

is a cheerful 7 month old male Boxer / Shepherd mix who loves playing with stuffed toys and jogging. He would be ideal for a family with older kids who can help him burn some energy. Mozart is neutered and ready to go home with you. Meet Mozart at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID 23864057. n

Meet Al, an adorable 3 year, 2 month old male tabby who enjoys lounging around. Al is the type of guy who feels comfortable anywhere and everywhere. He would be great for someone looking for a furry companion to spend time with. He is neutered and ready to find his “furrever” home. Meet Al at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID 24598398. n

Angela

Ashton

is a 2 year, 7 month old female tabby whose big, green eyes are hard to miss while looking through our cat adoption area. She loves to look out the window and observe the world around her. Angela is spayed and ready to go home with you.

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Zoe

is a gorgeous purebred who has a sweet, mellow, loving nature. She is great with people and loves to be cuddled. She loves playing with toys, fetches politely, sits on command and is well-behaved. She is about 1 year old. She needs to be an only pup. Adoption donation $125.

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is a very friendly, fun girl who also gets along well with other dogs. She is athletic, can fetch, sit on command and offers her paw for a treat. She is super smart and already house-trained. She is sociable and loves going

Gus

is a sweet 1 year old, gentle and submissive with people. She is shy at first but then quickly bonds and likes to make new friends. She is 26 pounds. Sissy is housetrained & fine with kids. She would probably prefer to be an only pup though she is okay with other dogs. Adoption donation $100.

is a 7 year old Beagle who is a gentle homebody. He is well-behaved and perfectly house-trained. He gets along well with other dogs and would make a good companion. He currently needs to lose 15-20 pounds and looks forward to a more active lifestyle. Adoption donation $100.

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is a 24 pound 2 year old who is wonderfully friendly and cheerful. She enthusiastically embraces life and loves to play. She is submissive, smart and wants to please. Pippa has soft, fluffy fur and is a huggable kind of gal. Adoption donation $150.

is a friendly, happy, energetic and playful girl who loves making new people & doggie friends. She is a huggable kind of pup who enjoys giving kisses and snuggling. Sarah looks like a Boxer mix and has a docked tail. She is house-trained and only three years old. Adoption donation $125.

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Clover was found walking down Summit Avenue in Greensboro just before a big snowstorm was about to hit. When we took her to the veterinarian for her initial exam, they estimated her to be 8 months old, weighing only 27 pounds. She had to eat tiny meals throughout the day as her stomach could not tolerate much more than a handful at once. She is eating great now and gaining weight. Clover’s foster family reports that she gets along great with their three senior dogs, their rambunctious kitten and their toddler. She wags her whole back end when people talk to her, has never met a stranger and is so eager to please. She sleeps in her crate at night and follows the family routine during the day. If you are looking for a sweet, cuddly addition, please visit www.reddogfarm.com to fill out an adoption application! n

Meet Elvira. She is a two year old potbellied pig who lost her original home when her owners went through a divorce. She is now in a foster home and shares her field with another pig and several goats and chickens. Her foster dad reports that she is a friendly, happy girl and gets along well with all of her pasture mates. You can apply to adopt Elvira and see all of our other adoptable animals at www.reddogfarm.com! n

Hannah

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came to us as stallions but have now been gelded. Choctaw is very quiet and shy (though he loves a treat and a scratch once he thinks about it) whereas Apollo expects and demands attention from anyone nearby. We are still getting to know these boys but please watch our website for updates or to fill out an adoption application at www.reddogfarm.com. n

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is a very sweet Guinea pig but a little on the shy side. Her foster mom is working with her. She enjoys being held once she settles in and gets to know you better. She loves lettuce and the occasional treat. Hannah is a fairly quiet girl. We just brought her into the program and are still getting to know her personality. If you are interested in adopting Hannah please fill out an adoption application at www.reddogfarm.com. n

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parakeets that were surrendered to Red Dog Farm. Both of them are very chatty and like to listen to the radio. Like most parakeets they prefer to be together and don’t require much “human” interaction. They do enjoy their toys and are very happy to entertain you while you work or watch TV.

seems to like company and spends much of the day following his foster family from room to room. He makes himself a little bed out of the softest shirt/pillow/blanket in the room and then lays there until someone calls him over for a cuddle. He is very affectionate and will come running over to soak up any love you have to offer. Batman has a very calm disposition and is great with the human children in his home. He likes to play a little but would much rather lay around, look out a window, or cuddle with the 9 month old child.

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is simply stunning! She is just as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside. Zoey is super soft and loves to be petted and have her long locks brushed. She’s great with other cats! This 3 year-old fluffy bombshell needs a fur-ever family to call her own. Call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 for more information. n

Payton

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is full of personality! He loves to follow you around and talk to you. Clark was found as a stray here in Greensboro and we estimate him to be between 1 and 2 years old. He is extremely loving towards humans and other cats. He’s just a great laid-back, easygoing kind of guy! Do you have room in your home and heart for an affectionate fur ball like Clark? Call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 for more information. n

Trish

ment to be a family dog! She loves kids!

is very sweet and intelligent. This pretty girl is a 2 year-old Chihuahua mix. We rescued Trish through a partnership with a local animal shelter where she was surrendered as a stray. She’s got a great, easygoing personality and she’s perfect with other dogs and all humans. Trish needs a fur-ever family! Is it yours?

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is super playful and interactive! This beautiful Lab/ Shepherd mix has got beauty and brains! She’s super smart and well-mannered, as well as cratetrained and house-trained! Payton’s got a great tempera-

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Snowy white with beautiful green eyes... that’s Portia! Stop by and meet this solid white sweetheart at All Pets Considered on Battleground Avenue, one of our awesome foster locations for our kitties. She loves to be petted, brushed, and pampered like the beautiful snow princess that she is. When she’s not getting her beauty rest in, she can be found at the top of her watch tower (a.k.a. the cat tree) looking out over all of her human pets. Portia needs a fur-ever purrson to call her own. Are you her knight in shining armor?

is cute, spunky, and ready to be your family’s fur-ever canine! He and his brother Luigi were found aimlessly wandering around in the cold just down the road from our adoption center. They were more than grateful for a bowl of food and a warm place to sleep. Mario is very playful and active... and supremely handsome! We estimate him to be around 6 months old and probably a Lab/Terrier mix. Mario wants to be a part of your family!

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Mike. Are you looking for a bouncy happy big boy??? Look no further, you have found him!! He loves to play fetch with a tennis ball and frisbee. He is friendly with dogs and cats. He would love to join an active family. Mike is about 70lbs and just over a year old. He has mastered sit and learning shake and stay. He doesn’t jump up and is very attentive to his foster family. Mike is neutered, UTD on vaccinations, microchipped, crate-trained, Ruff Love Rescue house-trained, and on heartworm/flea/ tick preventatives. His adoption fee is $200.

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K9 Police Teams

REWARDING THEIR SERVICE The K9 Teams of the Kernersville Police Department By Clint Queen

ernersville Police Dogs have been protecting the lives of the public and their fellow officers since 2009. Since then, Police Dogs have played an important and vital role in locating criminals, finding evidence and ultimately protecting and serving the Kernersville community. Police Dogs, like their handlers, will at some point have to retire, whether this is due to reaching their retirement age or as a result of an illness or injury sustained while protecting our communities. These police dogs will retire to their handlers as a family pet. Once a dog has retired from active Police Dog duty, their care and ongoing treatment becomes the sole responsibility of their handler. Families who take on Retired Police Dogs receive no financial assistance. It is not, at present, possible to insure these courageous dogs and, therefore, the cost of such care and treatment can soon mount up. The Retired Kernersville Police Dog Fund was created to financially assist handlers with their retired Police Dogs. The fund helps to cover the cost of major or ongoing treatment and care of retired Kernersville Police Dogs, not the annual veterinary check-up bills. The fund also covers expenses incurred for all retired police dogs when they visit the vet for the final time to be put down, as well as cremation costs. During their career, which lasts, on average, eight to ten years, these courageous Police Dogs often suffer knee, leg and back problems while performing their community duties. Although they are treated and cared for at the time, these injuries can very often shorten their life span and usually require further ongoing medical attention long after they retire. Police dogs are often compared to football players, they get all the best care when they’re working, but oftentimes the wear-and-tear on the job doesn’t show itself until after the dogs are retired ... handlers just can’t afford to put all that money into their dog. The Retired Kernersville Police Dog Fund aims to ensure that all retired Kernersville Police dogs enjoy the retirement they deserve, with the highest levels of ongoing medical care and treatment. Hopefully, any heart wrenching decisions about the dog’s future will not come down purely to the financial considerations. All of our support and assistance to these fine retired Police Dogs comes via donations from our community, from those that recognize the fantastic service our loyal Police Dogs gave to our town. Any donation, whether it’s financial or another means, is very much appreciated and welcomed, we are doing it for the dogs.

Meet Our Six K9 Teams The Kernersville Police Department currently employs six K9 teams. Officer C.M. Queen and K9 Nitro have been together since 2009. Nitro is a seven year old Belgian Malinois that was born in the

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Czech Republic. Nitro came to the U.S. in 2008 and was trained at Southern Police Canine in Spring Hope, NC. He is a full-service patrol dog and is trained to locate narcotics, track suspects, locate evidence, and apprehend fugitives. During his career, Nitro has seized $3,515,184 in illegal narcotics, and $342,420 in Officer C.M. Queen and K9 Nitro cash from narcotics dealers. Nitro has been involved in over 250 criminal arrests. K-9 Kimber is a Fox Red Labrador and was chosen from Green Collar K9 in July of 2011 at the young age of 18 months. Officer Marion and Kimber trained for approximately six months before the two certified as a team in November 2011. Kimber was successful on her first outing and was able to locate 26 kilos of cocaine and $975,000 in cash. Kimber has continued to be successful as she and Officer Marion have located $1,511,770 in bulk Officer Marion and K9 Kimber currency, $1,597,373 in narcotics and $3,300 in stolen items. Officer Marion and Kimber certified in Articles and Tracking along with Narcotics in 2014. Kimber and Officer Marion work as a team assigned to the special operations division for the police department. Officer Mundy, who has been with KPD for seven years, is teamed up with K9 Baggio, who has had a five year career with KPD. Officer Mundy and Baggio have been together as a K9 team Officer Mundy and K9 Baggio since November of 2013. K9

Baggio works diligently every day for the citizens of his town. He and Officer Mundy have worked on over 70 drug cases and found numerous items of evidence to help in criminal cases, despite Baggio becoming ill and missing six months of work. Baggio has since made a full recovery from surgery and is back doing his favorite thing in the world, working for the town and with Officer Mundy. Officer Whitaker and K9 Leon Officer Whitaker is a ten year veteran of the Kernersville Police Department and is currently assigned to the Street Anti-Crime unit. K9 Leon is a five year old German Shepherd that was born in Poland. Leon is trained in Narcotic Odor Detection, Tracking, Article Searches, Apprehension And Obedience. Officer Whitaker and K9 Leon have been a team since September 2012 when Leon joined the Police Department. Officer Long and K9 Joy became partners in 2009 after completing a six week school located in Spring Hope, NC (Southern Police Canine Incorporated). Upon graduation, they were assigned to a patrol squad for multiple duties Officer Long and K9 Joy including Narcotics Detection, Tracking Persons, Building Searches, Article Searches and Criminal Apprehension. They have been to additional schools including Highway Interdiction, Fugitive Man Tracking and Narcotics Detection. K9 Joy is a seven year old Belgium Malinois, born in Holland. She is spoken to in her native language of Dutch, weighs 60 pounds, maintains a healthy diet and continuous training on a regular basis. K9 Joy has located $3,737,437 in Narcotic Seizures. She has seized more than $25,000 in U.S. Currency and has assisted with multiple arrests and criminal convictions. MPO II J.F. Stokes and K9 Neko have been together since 2009. Neko is a seven year old Belgian Malinois that was born in the Slovak Republic. Neko came to the U.S. in 2008 and trained at Southern Police Canine in Spring Hope, NC. He is a full-service patrol dog and is trained MPO II J.F. Stokes and K9 Neko to Locate Narcotics, Track Suspects, Locate Evidence, and Apprehend Fugitives. During his career, Neko has seized $26,545 in illegal narcotics, and $16,248 in cash from narcotics dealers. Neko has been involved in over 400 criminal arrests.

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Dog-Gone Fun is hosting Paws and Pints for a Cause for The Retired Kernersville Police Dog Fund. The Fund combines two things that are important to us, dogs and our hometown. Paws and Pints for a Cause will be held Saturday April 18th from 1-5 pm at Dog-Gone Fun in Kernersville. Rain or Shine. Friendly wellbehaved dogs are welcome to accompany their owners on leash. The highlights are as follows: K-9 Demos. There will be a variety of K-9 demos throughout the afternoon. Kernersville Police K9 handlers and their dog partners will be demonstrating their skills throughout the afternoon. An Agility Show and Go will be going on in the agility field. Agility competitors will be running their dogs through a competition course to practice for trial. All entry fees will go toward the Police K9 Retirement Fund. Our agility instructor, Ashley Allison, will be talking about the sport of agility and will demo some skills. There will be K9 Nose Work demonstrations. This new dog sport has become popular in the last five years. Nancy Osborne, one of the few certified Nose Work instructors in the state, will be explaining the sport and demonstrating skills with her students. Disc Dog demonstrations are always fun to watch. Ben Sykes will be demonstrating his skill with the frisbee and his world class Disc Dogs. There will be opportunities to try both agility and Nose Work with your dog for a small donation. Food and Drinks. The Brewer’s Kettle of Kernersville will be serving a variety of Craft Beers in the beer garden. Five dollars will get you a craft beer or a variety of tastings. Proceeds will go to the Police K9 Retirement Fund. A fundraising event would not be complete without good food. We will have food trucks, Jalapenos Truck and Wright Up Ur Galley as well as others, to satisfy your taste buds. Shopping Deals. We will have a variety of fun vendors to satisfy your shopping needs. We will be having a silent auction with a variety of donated items. All Proceeds will go to the Retired Kernersville Police Dog Fund. We will also be having a 50/50 raffle with a drawing every hour. Please come join us on April 18th. If you can’t make it to the event but would still like to make a donation, Dog-Gone Fun will be collecting money through April 18th. Checks can be made out to the Town of Kernersville with Retired Police Dog Fund in the memo. For more information about Paws and Pints please visit Dog-Gone Fun’s website doggonefunnc.com or Facebook event Page www.facebook.com/doggonefunnc. www.triadhappytails.com April 2015

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Juliet’s House Rescue

Hazel is 15 week old female, black and grey domestic long hair. She’s an extremely sweet and adorable kitten. Although she doesn’t like to be held, she loves to play. She gets along well with other cats and is friendly when given time to warm up to new people. Hazel also has a Humane Society of Davie County sister (Penelope) and a brother (Hansome) that is a beautiful golden color. Fill out an application online at www.davienchumane.org or call us at 336-751-5214 if you are interested in adopting Hazel. n

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Training Your Pet

How to Help Our Dogs Be Better Family Pets by Marcia Martin, Marcia’s Best Dogs

eople call us dog trainers. I’ve always wondered why. We’re expected to be good at reading dogs, but we must also be good at reading people who say their heart is ready to love one of these dogs. It’s a two-way puzzle that has to fit just the right way. That’s why we, the dog trainers, never give up the work we do and the hopefulness we carry. My goal is to make sure that new dog owners fully comprehend what kind of dog they have chosen, and the best approach to training that dog, using methods the dog will learn easily and accept in consistent interaction with their “leader”. Pet owners have unrealistic expectations that dogs can understand when we speak to them. Sorry to disappoint you, but we cannot reason with a dog. I teach people to respect each dog’s individuality. Your dog is unique. Your situation, your household and your schedule is unique, and the dog has to adjust to all of that. We want them to be perfect, but we ourselves are far from it. We make mistakes every day and wonder why the dog is not abiding by the rules. We give puppies too much freedom and then question why they are not housebroken. When there is more than one dog in a household, we confuse the pecking order and may spoil the new dog, forgetting about the old one. Giving the pups lots of love and hugs does not make them listen to our wishes. Leadership does. We tend to “feel” more than “think.” But the reality of dog training can be confusing and in conflict with an owner’s expectations. First, do some research about what it takes to be a pet owner. Analyze the breed of dog that you’re considering and compare it to your current lifestyle. Your dog will be your companion pet for the next 10 to 15 years and your decision on this should be a smart one, not just emotional. You want your dog to adjust to whatever life throws at you. Give him or her the skills to weather any storm; to remain at your side for life. Socialize your dog with new people, places, dogs and kids. You can have a demanding life with a dog, where there are accidents all the time, incessant barking, annoying play biting, having constant dog fights between dogs. Or you can choose to have a professional dog trainer and learn how to train your dog and have a wonderful and peaceful life with a well-behaved pet. Dog training is beyond all the basic commands.

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Expect that having a dog in your life will be time consuming. It’s a lot of work, if you want to do it right. Some clients ask me: “How often do I train my dog, 3 times a day?” My answer is: “You train your dog every day and every time you interact with them.” Dogs are consistently learning from the reaction of their owners, anticipating their owner’s behavior. In other words, dogs are always in training. My last recommendation is a critical one: teach your children to respect your dog and to consider its feelings and well being. Too often I have seen parents overlook this and it can result in a pet being abused or sadly, a pet striking back and hurting your kid, which most of the times I question if it is the dog’s fault. Manners go both ways, we teach our dogs to respect our kids but we also should teach our kids to respect the family pet. It’s my opinion that every school should offer pet parenting classes, teaching our kids to behave well in a home with animals and to treat their pets with loving care and respect. This is a great foundation for their future. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association there are some 70 million pet dogs in the United States. There is concern that certain breeds among those dogs are not safe for children and should be banned because they are dangerous. It is my opinion, however, that the danger is in not teaching our children how to be safe around our own pets. I am devoted to the work I do. Because to me it’s not really work, it’s my passion. When I can help create a place of peace for an animal and its caretaker, it becomes a sanctuary for both.

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Tiki. To say that Tiki is a cool cat does not do her “purrsonality” justice! Tiki loves to love on people and animals (cats/dogs) and loves to cuddle! We estimate Tiki to have been born sometime in July 2013. She has very subtle tortie markings against her beautiful grey fur.

Jasper was not dead! He was close, but had not totally given up. Our awesome volunteers rushed him in for medical care and found that he was completely riddled with shot after being on the receiving end of a shotgun blast. It’s a miracle that he survived for so long. Aside from the horrible shooting discovery, they also found that he was covered in ticks, emaciated, and loaded with intestinal parasites. We are happy to report that he is all fixed up now and thriving in foster care. According to his foster mom he The Fort Rescue loves sitting in the sunshine and playing with his foster brothers. He is learning to fetch and to sit on command. Jasper is good with kids, cats and other dogs. He is about 1-1/2 years old, up-todate on vaccines, neutered and microchipped. Contact thefortrescue@gmail.com if you are interested in Jasper.

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Rueben. Hi, Rueben here. Sounds like the sandwich, not sure if I have ever Hope to see you soon. Pug had one. I’m the most dashing sweet 12 kisses and year young senior you could ever meet wags, Rueben and if you know anything about senior pugs, you know just how precious we are. I am overweight and am getting a dental on Wednesday. The vet said my teeth are very bad, and most likely all will be removed. That’s alright with me, because I will feel so much better Pug Rescue of NC and no longer be in pain. I am looking for a family that will be committed to helping me lose weight, eat healthy and continue with my potty-training. In return, I will be your best bud. Trust me, I know a lot of ways and together we can learn more. I will bring a belly band and a grey woolie that I have become accustomed to. If you think you might be a good match for me, please submit an application at www.pugrescuenc.org. Vet references and a home visit are required as part of the adoption process. n

Chandler is a lively, sensitive, playful, loyal, energetic, happy and loving 12 lb. Miniature Poodle. He’s a very high energy dog with lots of stamina, and he needs a great deal of exercise. He can walk with you for miles, or run madly around the house or yard. He needs a daily walk as well as outdoor play. But if Hart-2-Heart Rescue you play and work with him, he is able to settle and snuggle contentedly with you on the sofa. Chandler is neutered, current on all shots, microchipped and professionally groomed. For more information about Chandler and other Hart-2-Heart Rescue adoptable small dogs go to www.hart2heartrescue.petfinder.com or www.adoptapet.com/shelter88742-dogs.html or you can email us at hart2heartrescue@gmail.com. n

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Calendar of Events (continued from page 49) 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 appmt only, call for date. Please call 336-394-0075 for details.

Ruff Love Rescue (RLR) Saturday, April 4 - Pointe South Steps Up for Pups! Fundraiser for RLR by the dance team of Point South Dance & Tumble, 4720 US Hwy 220 Bus N, Ste A, Randleman. Visit ruffloverescue.com for details & time. Saturday, April 11, Adoption Fair at Petco, 4217 W Wendover Ave, Greensboro from 11am-2pm.

Saturday, April 18 - Human Race of Greensboro at 10am at Greensboro Coliseum. RLR will have a walking/running team so save the date! Sunday, April 19 - Hike with a Rescue Dog, 12:30pm, Gibson Park, Greensboro. 336 Hiking & Adventure Club is hosting a 3 mile hike with the dogs of RLR. Join the hiking meet up group and keep up with both RLR hiking events and other local hiking trips. Visit www.meetup.com/Hiking-Adventure-in-the-Triad.

SPCA of the Triad 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, Greensboro.

Sparkle Cat Rescue Thursday, April 9 - Cat’s Meow Comedy Fundraiser to benefit Sparkle Cat Rescue. A night of laughs with Trish Dunn, ventriloquist. Meow Mixer 6:30 / Showtime 7:30pm at The Rusted Bucket Tavern, 132 E. Davis St., Burlington. Tickets $7.50 each or a group of 8 for $45. Visit www.sparklecatrescue.org/events.

Saturday, April 18 - Sparkle Cat Rescue Adoption Fair at Pet Supermarket, located at 2749 S. Church St., Burlington from 11am-3pm.

Stepping Stones Canine Rescue

Saturday, April 4 - Easter Mega Bake Sale, 10am-3 pm & Adoption Fair, 12-3pm at Pet Supermarket, 412 S. Stratford Rd, Winston-Salem.

Stokes County Animal Shelter

Saturday, April 18 - Strokes for Stokes Golf Tournament, Hemlock Golf Course. All proceeds benefit Stokes County Animal Shelter Building Fund. $60/per player. Call 336-591-7934 for details and to register.

Tailless Cat Rescue

Saturday, April 18 - Adoption Fair at All Pets Considered, 2614 Battleground Ave, in Greensboro from 11am-3pm.

Triad Independent Cat Rescue

Saturday Adoption Fairs at Petsmart, Lawndale Dr from 11am-2pm.

Woodrow is handsome, loving, easygoing, responsive, and obedient. He knows a number of commands, including sit, down, stay, come, leave it, and drop it. He loves to be with humans and cuddle with his humans, but at the same time is content to enterDoberman Rescue of the Triad tain himself by playing with a toy or chewing on a bone. He calmly accepted his vet examination, bath, and nail trim without the slightest hesitation, and sniffed, then wagged his tail at the office cat at the vet’s. Make an appointment to meet Woodrow after your application has been approved. Visit www.doberman-rescue.com. n

Grissom

Triad Golden Retriever Rescue

is a very special seven year old, 60 pound golden mix, who has recently lost his sight. He has a wonderful personality, does well on a leash, gets along with other dogs, knows basic commands, is a quick learner and even loves to play fetch (as long as he can listen for the item to drop). Grissom is adjusting to his blindness really well, but would probably benefit from living in a small, one-story home and having his family be home most of the day with him to help him find his way around.

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Sarie is an adorable 4 year old red piebald who was rescued from a puppy mill. Sarie’s perfect home would have another young dog who she can pal around with, no small children because she is still a bit timid and skittish, and a family who will have patience to allow her to trust humans. Sarie was never socialized and can be shy. She is leash and All American crate-trained. Sarie hopes that someone Dachshund Rescue out there can give her a forever home and in return Sarie will give you love, kisses, loyalty and lots of fun. Visit www.allamericandachshundrescue.org for details about Sarie. n

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Run for the Penguins

Celebrate World Penguin Day with the Tuxedo Trot

by Erica Brown, Greensboro Science Center Marketing Manager

and the Hay Bale Hop. he rules of the Tuxedo New for 2015, as part of the Tuxedo Trot are simple: Have Trot, the Greensboro Science Center fun. Save penguins. will be hosting a very special program On Saturday, April 25 entitled The Secret Life of Penguins. (which is, coincidentally, The spirited presentation will take place World Penguin Day), runners, walkers on Friday, April 24 from 7:00-8:00pm and waddlers of all ages will flock to at the Greensboro Science Center. the Greensboro Science Center for the The audience will discover new (and second annual Tuxedo Trot: Run for sometimes very strange) tidbits about the Penguins. The Tuxedo Trot is a 5K these fascinating birds. A Greensboro and Kids’ Fun Run developed by the Science Center Senior Zookeeper will Greensboro Science Center to raise be on hand to reveal secrets about the money for African penguin conservation. Center’s bird colony. Find out which This event prides itself on its fun, penguin is a flirt, a hoarder, a sweetheart, a family-friendly atmosphere. Participants are clown, etc. As a special treat, a live penguin encouraged to dress like a penguin - whether will be joining the event for what promises to it is a simple black and white outfit, an actual be a very memorable evening. tuxedo, or even feathers and a beak! Prizes Tickets to The Secret Life of Penguins will be awarded for best costume, so be sure Greensboro Science Center are $5 for runners and $10 for non-runners you dress to impress. www.tuxedotrot.com and can be purchased online with race Prizes will also be awarded for top registration or by visiting or calling the finishers. There will be plenty of random Greensboro Science Center at drawings as well, so everyone has a chance to win something special. Prizes 336-288-3769. include penguin encounters, penguin All proceeds from the Tuxedo Trot paintings, and gift certificates and baskets and The Secret Life of Penguins will be generously donated by local businesses. donated to SANCCOB, The Southern Along with the opportunity to win African Foundation for the Conservation awesome prizes, registrants will receive of Coastal Birds. SANCCOB is a nonan amazing race T-shirt, a fun souvenir, profit organization devoted to conserving and the satisfaction that comes with seabirds, especially threatened species helping to save a species. T-shirts are only such as the African penguin. guaranteed for the first 500 registrants, African penguins are classified as so register early! In addition, each participant will receive admission an endangered species by the IUCN Red List, due to a very rapid to the Greensboro Science Center on race day to enjoy - among other population decline. Causes of this decline include food shortages due things - the playful antics of the Center’s very own African penguins. to commercial fisheries, human disturbance of nesting areas, and oil The 5K will begin at 8:00am at the Greensboro Science Center, spills. SANCCOB’s primary objective is to conserve African located at 4301 Lawndale Drive. Greensboro native and local penguins and other seabirds through rescue, rehabilitation and release celebrity, Whitney Way Thore, will be starting the race this year. The of ill, injured, abandoned and oiled birds. 5K will take participants along a beautiful, scenic, two-loop course Last year, thanks to generous support from race participants and along Lawndale Drive and through Country Park. The course is very sponsors, the Tuxedo Trot donated over $6,000 to SANCCOB. This spectator-friendly, so bring your own cheerleaders! year, the Greensboro Science Center would like to increase that The Kids’ Fun Run, designed for children ages 10 and younger, amount to $10,000. If you’re an animal activist, runner, walker or begins at 9:00am. This event is a short course that winds through the just looking for a reason to wear your tuxedo again, please consider Center’s Animal Discovery Zoo. The course includes a series of fun registering for our race. Registration information can be found online obstacles for participants to navigate around, including Lemur Limbo at www.tuxedotrot.com.

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Gypsy & Mimi are Manx sisters born about November 2010. Gypsy is a snuggler who loves to nuzzle in your hair or against your face. Mimi is the explorer, and when alone likes to sleep under the covers in the bed. But at night, both sleep snuggled up to their foster mom. We would like to adopt them together, but Tailless Cat Rescue they are available separately. They are vaccinated, vetted, wormed, spayed, microchipped, and FeLV/FIV negative. For more information please visit www.taillesscatrescue.com or send an email to taillesscatrescue@hotmail.com. n

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German Shepherd Rescue & Adoptions

Tank was picked up as a stray by a nice cat rescue lady. She called GSRA to see if we could help and here he is! It seems he might have been an outside dog who was never fully socialized. Tank is around 2-3 years old and with proper introductions, is good with dogs, cats, adults and older children. He is cratetrained and house-trained, but still a little pully on leash. Tank is a sweet, playful boy who loves squeaky toys and being with his people. Even though this guy is rough around the edges, he is smart and with some obedience classes and a strong leader will make a great companion.

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Sadie is a Chiweenie (Doxie/Chi mix), we think, and weighs 9 lbs. We were asked to take Sadie in after she came down with the Parvo virus and her owners could not afford the treatment. Sadie’s DOB is 10/24/14 so that will make her 4 months old on 2/22/15. She survived the Parvo treatment, is up-to-date on her shots, spayed and microchipped. She is an adorable little short-legged puppy that loves to run and jump and play. She also enjoys playing with the other fosters and loves attention. She is all puppy and is learning to go potty on newspapers.

Chihuahua Rescue

If you would like to give Sadie a forever home, please go online to: chihuahua-rescue.com and then click on the adoption tab across the top of the page. This should bring up our on-line adoption application. Once you’ve submitted the application, someone will be right back in touch with you. n

SE's Always On.

My racing name is SE’s Always On, but my pals call me Always. I am a two year old, gorgeous fawn boy. See how happy I am? That is my normal outlook on life. I am so friendly and calm. When the volunteers take me outside to play, I walk out. I do not run or jump…until I get outside. Then I run as fast as I can and play with my buddies. I would love to be part of your family and your best friend.

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Jaxx, a two-year old male Jack Russell Terrier is a wonderful and friendly dog who weighs 12 lbs. Jaxx is quiet, well-mannered and joyful. He is up-to-date on all of his shots, neutered and microchipped. Jaxx does great with other dogs and people. He is crate-trained, house-trained, leash-trained, easygoing and so grateful for all that is done for him.

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Hailey is a pretty female Beagle mix dog with her estimated date of birth to be 2005. She is a sweet girl and would probably do best in a home with no small children. Hailey loves to run and chase birds, typical Beagle behavior! She is spayed, up-to-date on vaccinations, heartworm tested, on monthly prevention and microchipped. A great dog who deserves a great home!

To make Hailey a part of your family, call us at 336-971-2963 or visit our website to fill out an application at: www.spaystokes.com. n

Jameson.

This happy pup loves to be around his people. He is a 10 month old Lab/Hound/maybe-something-else-mix. Jameson weighs approximately 50 lbs. and should not get much bigger. This boy is so smart! He very easily grasped commands such as sit, down, and stay. Now he is learning, quite literally, to jump through hoops. Jameson would do well with an active and experienced owner and with someone who will continue his training. Stepping Stones Canine Rescue

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

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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.

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Saturday, April 18 - Walk with TEAM ARFP in the 2015 Human Race at the Greensboro Coliseum. Call us at 336-323-0850 or e-mail savapup2@aol.com

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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.

Finding Great Homes for Jack Russell Terriers Open 7 days a week from 10am-6pm at 1701 Pleasant Ridge Rd in Greensboro. Please call Robin at 336-414-1373 to make an appointment or visit our website at www. findinggreathomes.petfinder.com.

Forsyth County Animal Control

Jeff Craig: Realtor/Broker “Real estate done right” (336) 209-0096 jeff.craig@allentate.com www.allentate.com/jeffcraig

5570 Sturmer Park Cir, Winston-Salem. Phone: 336-703-3647.

Forsyth Humane Society (FHS) On-site Adoption Center, 61 Miller St, Winston-Salem. Hrs: 11:30am-6pm Mondays, Wednesdays-Fridays (closed Tuesdays); 10am-4pm Saturdays & 1-4pm Sundays. Saturday, April 11 - Adoption Fair & Donation Drive. ROVER will be at Hunt Club Apartments from 11am-1pm & Amber Crest Apartments from 1-3pm. We are celebrating the opening of new “Bark Parks” at these apartment complexes.

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Sunday, April 19 - Discers 4 Whiskers by Triad Disc Golf Club at Triad Park in Kernersville starting at 1pm. Prizes to winners. Entry fee: Pet Food 10lb or more to be donated to FHS. Saturday, April 25 - Adoption Fair & Donation Drive. ROVER will be at Kernersville Family Fun Day at the YMCA from 10am-1pm.

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Saturday, April 25 - Tuxedo Trot 5K & Kids’Fun Run. Visit www.tuxedotrot.com for more information.

Guilford County Department of Health & Human Services April 15 – 1:30-5:30pm & April 16 – 3-7pm - Low Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic at WGHP Fox 8 studio, 2005 Francis St, High Point.

Guilford County Animal Shelter 4525 West Wendover Ave. in Greensboro. Phone: 336-297-5020. Sunday, April 5 - Happy Easter! Shelter is closed.

Animal Hospital of Walnut Cove

Saturday, April 4, 18 & 25 – Adoption Fair at PetSmart, Bridford Pkwy, 12-3pm

Grassy Back Yard for Ball Playing Give them a fun place to go while you are at work or away!

Office Hrs. - Mon, Thur 7-8, • Tues, Wed, Fri 7-6

Dr. Deborah Cowan 336-591-8250 • www.animalhospitalwalnutcove.com

Sunday, April 12, 19 & 26 – Adoption Fair at PetSmart, Lawndale Dr, 1-4pm Saturday April 11 - Adoption Fair at Deep Roots Mkt, 600 N Eugene St, 12-3pm.

Tuesday April 14 - UNCG Athletic tournament & donation drive. UNCG soccer field 5-8pm. Saturday April 18 - Human Race at Greensboro Coliseum Complex at 12:00. Saturday April 18 - Rabies Clinic at the shelter from 10am-2pm.

Humane Society of Alamance County Saturday, April 18 - Miles for Mutts - Charity bike ride, music & more at Lucky’s Saloon, 1453 Industry Dr, Burlington. Call 336-570-1050 for details. Event to benefit Humane Society of Alamance County & The Biscuit Foundation Pet Rescue.

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Humane Society of the Piedmont See ads on pages 42 & 51. 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. FREE SPAY/NEUTER for limited number of outside cats for the month of April (see pg. 42). Please call 299-3999 for details. Juliet’s House Rescue Juliet’s House always has cats and kittens for adoption at Petsmart on Lawndale Dr and also at Petsense on Highwoods Blvd. Adoption Fairs at Petsmart, Lawndale Dr in Greensboro every Saturday from 11am4pm and Sundays from 1-4pm. Adoption Fairs at Petsense on Highwoods Blvd in Greensboro every Saturday from 11am-2pm. Sunday, April 12 - Adoption Fair at the annual Spring Festival, Fleming Road Shopping Center, 2215 Fleming Rd in Greensboro from noon-3pm.

Loving Pet Inn Adoptions Saturday, April 18 - Adoption Fair at Petco, Kernersville from 12-3pm.

Grooming Salon 7360 W. Friendly Ave. Greensboro, NC

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• Luxury Villas with Webcam • Expert Grooming • Veterinarian Next Door 8am-6pm Mon.-Fri. • 8am-12pm Sat.

7903 Cramer Court (Hwy. 150 E. & Church St.)

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Saturday, April 18 - Join us for the Human Race at the Greensboro Coliseum. We still need walkers for our team. Call 336-393-0000 to find out more.

Northwood Animal Hospital See ad on page 6. Wednesday & Thursday, April 1 and 2 we will be hosting our Customer Appreciation Days. We will be serving Hot Dogs, Chips, Drinks, and Italian Ice Slushy to our clients for FREE. From 11am-3pm both days. Come out and enjoy lunch on us!

Paws & Pints for a Cause See story on pages 36 & 37. Saturday, April 18 – Dog-Gone Fun is hosting Paws & Pints for a Cause from 1-5pm, 203 Berry Garden Rd, Kernersville. Event to benefit the Retired Kernersville Police Dog Fund. Lots of fun & activities. Read all about the event on pages 36 & 37. Pet Supplies & More See ad on page 33. Saturday, April 4 - Low-Cost Rabies & Microchip Clinic - 11am-2pm.

Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue Network (RDF) Saturday, April 18 – Join RDF volunteers as we raise money for the animals in our care and join others in the Triad at the Human Race. Please visit our website at www.reddogfarm.com for updates!

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Wellness Care “It’s affordable. It’s the right thing to do.” Please spay and neuter your pets.

6 months - under Puppy Wellness Exam - $50.00 *includes initial exam, shots, nail trim and deworming (Heartworm test is not included, but can be provided for additional charge)

** Follow up visits for vaccine boosters - $25.00

Over 6 months Dog Wellness Exam - $100.00 *includes exam, needed shots, rabies, heartworm test, nail trim and microchip

6 months - under Kitten Wellness Exam - $50.00 *includes initial exam, shots, nail trim and deworming (Feline Combo Test and Feline Leukemia Vaccine are not included, but can be provided for additional charge)

**Follow up visits for vaccine boosters - $25.00 Over 6 months Cat Wellness Exam - $100.00 *includes exam, needed shots, rabies, nail trim, Feline Combo test, Feline Leukemia Vaccine

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Tuesday-Friday: 9am—12pm and 1pm—4pm Saturday: 9am—12pm

4527 West Wendover Ave., Greensboro, NC 27409

phone 336-299-3999 • fax 336-299-6072 or email - tpayne@hspiedmont.org

Thank You for Your Business! Please bring this coupon during the month of April 2015 and receive a FREE rabies shot with your spay/neuter surgery

Keeping Your Bite Bright!

Family, Laser, & Cosmetic Dentistry

Offering personalized, gentle care for all your dental needs. • Cleanings & general checkups • Cosmetic dentistry - bonding & bleaching • Dental implants • Oral surgery • Crowns, bridges, root canals • Non-surgical periodontics • Nitrous oxide gas • Sealants • Complete, Comprehensive Care Facility

“my people go to Dr. Taylor” New patient discount with recent pet adoption!

Philip E. Taylor, DDS, PA office hours: Tuesday—Friday, 8 am-3:30 pm

336.373.9988 • nc2thdoc@aol.com 911 Cherry Street (near Wendover & Church Streets in Greensboro) Dental Insurance Accepted

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