CBR is an all volunteer, non-profit (501(c) 3) organization. Our Boxers come from shelters, humane societies and owner surrenders. They enter foster homes until they are adopted.
Advocate, Educate, Support… Franklin & Peabody Morykwas’ Fur-Ever Friends of NC is dedicated to saving and improving the lives of animals in the Piedmont Triad. Together with individuals like you and other organizations, we can continue to make a difference. Our organization helps to fund crucial, life-saving care for abandoned, abused and neglected animals that are often injured or ill through the Rico Fund. Homes are frequently found for animals in need. Dedicated volunteer advocates encourage lawmakers and officials at various levels of government to develop policies that improve the lives of animals.
Meet Daisy! She is a 4 year old Boxer Girl currently in foster care. She is spayed and up to date on shots. Daisy knows how to sit, we are working on down and stay. She is a dream on the leash & is the biggest lovebug. She just wants to be loved. Her biggest pleasure is cuddling with you on the couch. Someone will be very lucky to have her. Learn more about Daisy by contacting Carolina Boxer Rescue at (910) 799-5638.
You can make a vital difference in the lives of sick, injured animals or abused dogs and cats in our area. Fur-Ever Friends is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supported solely through private tax-deductible donations from people who care about animals. All of the funds we collect go 100% to assist animals in need. When you share your time, talent or financial resources, you serve as a meaningful link to a happier future for an animal right in your own community.
You can’t change the world by helping one animal, but you can change the world for that animal.
One Life Rescue is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to reducing the number of animals abandoned, neglected and eventually destroyed. We are committed to the wellbeing and protection of the animals in our community and across the United States.
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Animal Rescue of Stokes County began in 2004 as a collaborative effort between two local citizens concerned about the homeless animals in Stokes County. Ran by volunteers from all walks of life, we are a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization. We rely on the generosity of our community members by supporting our fundraising efforts, donating money and supplies to help take care of the animals in our care. We are not located at a specific location, we utilize a foster program which we feel is better for the animals in our care. Our primary focus is to assist animals in our local animal shelter and stray animals in the county to find loving homes.
Dusty is a one year old male Golden Retriever/Hound mix. Dusty is up-to-date on vaccines, bordatella, neutered, heartworm negative, on monthly heartworm prevention, microchipped and on Frontline Plus. He is a playful guy who loves people and other dogs. He has lots of energy and is very adorable as you can see! If you think Dusty would fit into your family, please contact Animal Rescue of Stokes County at: arsc2004@gmail.com
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Phone: (336)721-1303 Open M, W, Th, Fri from 11:30am-6:00pm Saturdays 10:00am-4:00pm Sundays 1:00-4:00pm CLOSED ON TUESDAYS 61 Miller Street • Winston-Salem, NC 27104
Web: www.forsythhumane.org For over 70 years our non-profit animal welfare organization has continued to be dedicated to the compassionate treatment of cats and dogs in our community. We are committed to: • Maintaining an adoption center with a no-kill policy. • Educating our community about responsible pet ownership. • Preventing overpopulation of cats and dogs. • Advocating for the well-being of animals, placing cats and dogs into loving homes and enriching the lives of those in our community through animal companionship.
"Cecilia". Female, Boxer Mix, Red and white, 11 months old, spayed, UTD on vaccines, heartworm negative, on monthly prevention, dewormed, housetrained. Info: Cecilia is a wonderful pup whose tail never stops wagging. She is currently being trained in our New Leash on Life program, where she is learning tricks, perfecting her manners, and even doing the doggie agility coarse! She has already received her Good Citizenship Award and continues to improve all her skills.
"Zero". Male, Domestic Short Hair, Brown tabby with white, 3 months old, UTD on vaccines, FELV/FIV negative, dewormed, uses litter box. Info: Zero is an adorable kitten who loves to play with toys. He will chase, paw at, and play "hide and seek" with his toys until he is ready to cuddle up someplace cozy for a nap. He'll be sure to keep his owner entertained.
"Vera". Female, Domestic Medium Hair, Dilute Calico, 1 year old, UTD on vaccines, FELV/FIV negative, dewormed, uses litter box. Info: Vera is a sweet cat who came to us as a very young mother. She was caring and nurturing to her little ones, and now is hoping for a new family who can care for her. She is a little shy so a patient owner who will show her lots of love would be ideal for this beauty.
"Shila". Female, Lab Mix, Yellow, 10 months old, spayed, UTD on vaccines, heartworm negative, on monthly prevention, dewormed, housetrained. Info: Shila is an energetic young dog that is always ready to have fun. She loves people and gets along well with other dogs. She would love a fenced yard to run and play in!
Triangle Beagle Rescue, formed in 1999, is operated by a group of Beagle enthusiasts who want to see all homeless Beagles in the lifetime homes they deserve. All dogs are fostered and all donations are tax deductible.
"Oliver" is an adorable Beagle. Tri-color, short coat. He is 6 years old, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative, on monthly prevention, dewormed and working on house training. Oliver is a lovable 25-lb. Beagle who was found running loose. He likes other dogs, but would also be fine as an only dog. He is nervous around small children. Oliver has allergic bronchitis and currently takes weekly allergy shots to build up immunity to common allergens. He enjoys chew toys and ear rubs! Can you give Oliver a loving, forever home? www.wagmagazinenc.com
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6 From the Publisher 7 Three Dog Night by contributing writer, Scott Rigdon.
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2 One Life Rescue, Carolina Boxer Rescue, Furever Friends of NC, Animal Rescue of Stokes County 3 Forsyth Humane Society, Triangle Beagle Rescue 11 Forsyth County Animal Shelter 12 Meet Hank 14 Carolina Care Bullies, 4 The Luv of Paws 20 Ruff Love Rescue, AARF (Animal Adoption & Rescue Foundation) 22 Guilford County Animal Shelter 23 HSDC (Humane Society of Davie County) 4
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A New Leash On Life, Phone: (336)723-1303 ext. 104 Almost Home Dachshund Rescue www.almosthomerescue.com
Furever Friends, www.fureverfriendsnc.org Great Pyrenees Rescue, www.carolinapyrrescue.com Greyhound Friends of NC,, 336.643.0233 www.greyhoundfriends.com
AARF (Animal Adoption & Rescue Foundation) www.aarfanimals.org
Guilford County Animal Shelter, 336.297.5020 www.adoptshelterpets.org
Animal Rescue of Stokes County www.animalrescueofstokescounty.com
Humane Society of the Piedmont, 336.299.3060
Boston Terrier Rescue of North Carolina Phone: (336)339-4368, www.BTRNC.org
Humane Solution Spay/Neuter Clinic, www.humanesolution.org
Carolina Basset Hound Rescue, www.cbhr.com
Planned Pethood Spay & Neuter Clinic, www.hspiedmont.org (A Program of the Humane Society of the Piedmont) 336.299.3999
Carolina Boxer Rescue, www.carolinaboxerrescue.org Carolina Care Bullies, www.carebullies.org Chihuahua Rescue & Transport www.ncchirescue.petfinder.com
Happy Hills Animal Foundation, 336.622.3620, www.hhaf.org Humane Society of the United States, www.hsus.org
Lab Rescue of NC, www.labrescuenc.org Loving Pet Inn Adoptions, Inc., 336.393.0000 www.lovingpetinnadoptions.org Miracles at Work Rescue, 336.294.3822 or 336.708.0343 NC Airedale Rescue, www.nc-airedalerescue.com NC Cat Adoption Team, www.nccat.net
Coalition to Unchain Dogs, Phone: (336)790-7142 Doberman Rescue of the Triad Phone: (336)621-3453, www.doberman-rescue.com
NC Pet Shelters List, www.muttcats.com/shelters/north_carolina.htm NC Schnauzer Rescue, www.ncschnauzers.org Pet Connections (Pet Care Experts), www.petconnection.com
Dog Food Adviser (Compare dog food brands) www.dogfoodadviser.com English Springer Rescue America, www.springerrescue.org Finding Great Homes for Jack Russell Terriers Phone: (336)414-1373
Piedmont Wildlife Rehab, Inc., www.piedmontwildliferehab.org Project Racing Home Greyhound Adoptions 336.674.5774, www.getagrey.com Pug Rescue of North Carolina, www.pugrescuenc.org Red Dog Farm, 336.644.7807, www.reddogfarm.com Ruff Love Rescue, www.ruffloverescue.com
Flurry’s Hope (A Second Chance for Blind Horses) www.flurryshope.com 4 The Luv of Pawz, www.4theluvofpawz.com
Safe Haven Equine Rescue & Retirement, www.sherrnc.com Southeast Aussie Rescue & Placement www.seaussierescue.org, 1-877-ARPH-779 SPCA of the Triad, www.triadspca.org
Forgotten Felines of Forsyth www.forgottenfelinesofforsyth.org Forsyth County Animal Control Phone: (336)703-3647, www.forsyth.cc/animalcontrol Forsyth Humane Society Phone: (336)721-1303, www.forsythhumane.org
Tailless Cat Rescue, www.taillesscatrescue.com Tanglewood Dog Park (Clemmons Dog Park) www.tanglewooddogpark.com Tarheel Old English Sheepdog Rescue, www.tarheeloerescue.org The Animal Adoption & Foster Program, www.arfpnc.com Triad Golden Retriever Rescue, www.tgrr.org
Forsyth Spay/Neuter Clinic (Save The Animals) www.forsythspayneuterclinic.com
Triangle Beagle Rescue, www.tribeagles.org Unchain Forsyth, www.unchainforsyth.org
Four Seasons Boxer Rescue, www.fourseasonsboxerrescue.com United States Equine League, www.userl.org Friends Forever Adoptions, www.friendsforeveradoptions.org Friends in Need Animal Rescue, www.fin.petfinder.com Friends of Penny Min Pin Rescue www.rescueminpins.com
Watauga Humane Society (Boone), www.wataugahumanesociety.org/whs/ We Care Shepherd Rescue, 336.987.7122 Wildlife Care, Inc., 336.697.4006 Wildlife Rehab, www.wildliferehabinc.org, 336.785.0912 Yadkin County Humane Society, www.yadkinhumane.org
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First, I would like to thank all of the advertisers and sponsors that had the faith in Wag! to advertise in the first issue which was released in June. It would not have been possible without you! Within three days of the magazines release, we had almost 1,500 hits on the website! Calls and e-mails came in from all over the US (and I thought this was a local magazine!). I sincerely thank you all for your support and kindness! Many people have asked what made me start Wag!, well, after spending over 16 years helping animals, working at a Vet., Running a non-profit for abused animals and conducting animal cruelty investigations, rescue/rehab and re-homing those animals, I had to stop when I became a mother. I designed websites, flyers, logos, etc. and worked for other magazines after becoming a “stay-at-home Mom” and thought, “Why not publish my own magazine that reflected my love for animals and that offered advertising to local businesses but also had a cause, to help homeless animals since I was no longer able to get out there and help them myself?”. I also had a lot of encouragement from friends and family. Years later, Wag! is here and growing faster than I ever imagined! Wag! is in racks in Forsyth, Guilford, Davie, Davidson, Stokes, Surry, Watauga and Yadkin counties. Readers can now view our magazine online by visiting our website at: www.wagmagazinenc.com and clicking on “Wag! Online”. I am excited to have Metabolic Effect Fitness and The Naturopathic Health Clinic join Wag! Magazine as contributing writers. They specialize in diet, exercise and health and I am sure you will enjoy their interesting and informative articles in our future issues. I also welcome the famous “Mr. Todd”, by artist Ted Ringer who is sharing his talent with Wag! Magazine. I am most pleased by the response from our local shelters, humane societies and rescue organizations who have reported visits by Wag! readers who have adopted animals! Please remember to SPAY & NEUTER and to ADOPT & SAVE A LIFE when you are ready to add a furry friend to your family. Thank you all for supporting our mission behind Wag! Magazine... to make a positive impact on the adoptions of homeless animals in our community while promoting local businesses. Be sure to thank our advertisers and sponsors. They are why Wag! is possible. If you own a business or are an animal lover who would like to help by sponsoring an animal organization, we would love to have you join Wag! & the homeless animals in our community need you to bring their faces into the homes of our readers. God Bless,
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egend tells that a 3 Dog Night is, for various reasons depending on the story you want to believe, a very cold one. For me it has special meaning. My favorite version of the story is the one about sled dogs - both pets and workers, much like horses were at one time. So it's a special bond that kept their masters warm in the blinding cold of snow and ice storms, hunkered down in a hole for the night to brave out the elements and keep each other alive. A much deeper context than just plain 'staying warm'. Not so long ago I was fighting a number of elements myself, and I learned the true meaning of a 3 dog night. In fact, I had 3 dogs. I went through an entire winter without heat and I found that having 3 dogs was almost a necessity. Even with all the blankets I could pile on my bed, it still got cold. But with all 3 dogs underneath, it could actually get toasty. So toasty in fact, that a dog would occasionally overheat and attempt escape... Lose 2 of 3 dogs and it's a cold night again. Baxter did not once escape, though he had the option. If I woke in the night to find only one arm or leg warm, I knew for certain which dog was warming it. But you may be thinking he was doing it for his own good, he needed to be warm too right? Well I'll clarify that. One night in that heatless winter, I had a seizure outside my back door, in the weeds that had overgrown my yard during my battle with the elements. It wasn't below freezing, but very cold, and the grass was wet. I don't know how long I was out there, but it was a very long time and I did not regain consciousness until the sun came up. My phone had fallen from my shirt pocket during the seizure, my only phone in fact, and I lost it in the weeds. I woke up freezing, shivering, and disoriented, and as I slowly 'came to' I realized that Baxter was there at my side, also soaked to the bone and shivering. Doing his best to keep me warm, in spite of the fact that I must have appeared to be, for all intents and purposes, dead. Toby had (wisely) retreated to the warm, dry doghouse about 20 feet away, and I don't hold that against him. But I will also never forget that night, or Baxter staying by my side until the bitterly cold, wet, dismal end. I made my way to the house and rolled up in some blankets that were on the back porch, Baxter still shivering alongside me in the blankets. Still by my side. That was a 3 dog night that would make a sled dog cringe. And that night I'm certain that I was the mongrel and Baxter was the higher life form. So, for the past month, Baxter has been fighting with the will of 10 men, as many of you know. I have done my best to fight with and for him, but recently I got the news that no matter how long or hard we fight, we will not win. Personally, that doesn't matter to me. My philosophy is that you fight until you win, until you lose, until you die trying, but you never ever give up before it's over. And I owe Baxter bigtime. However, as many of us have seen, that sort of philosophy meets a gruesome ending when we know what the outcome will be, and I didn't want this particular fight to be so symbolic that there was nothing left of Baxter at the end. Baxter died on his feet, in my arms in our home, and with dignity, as all noble creatures should. I was looking through old pictures of Baxter, and there are many. Hundreds and hundreds in fact. What I also noticed was that there are very few of 'just Baxter', almost every picture of him is with the kids or other dogs... all of the other dogs who he outlived by a far margin. I suppose that says a lot about his character as well. Baxter has warmed many hearts and laps over the years... also noteworthy is that my Wedding Day wasn't a total loss... got a really good picture of my dog that day. Over the years Baxter has been the center of many stories here at the Rigdon Home. He has been a Flying Beagle, a Mighty Hunter, a Samurai Ninja Beagle, Destroyer of All Things Squeaky, and everything in between. But he has always been at the heart of the Rigdon Home and in fact was a housewarming gift for the very first ever Rigdon Home more than 13.5 years ago. He has lived in at least 8 different homes that I can think of, gone countless miles in the family truckster on vacations and other wild goose chases, and warmed many spots on the couch and in the bed, at my feet and/or side, for his entire life. Many street addresses and roofs and cities have worn The Rigdon Home label, but we all know that home is where you hang your hat, and more importantly where your family is waiting eagerly for you at the end of the day. Baxter is one of the key ingredients that has weathered the test of time. Until tonight. I told the kids that they should have no regrets about Baxter... If you do it right in the middle, the first and last breath don't matter as much. My kids have done it right for sure, not a single day or night went by that they did not include Baxter in. And as dogs go, Baxter has had a grand life here with us, wherever he goes from here, he will have no end of happy tails to tell to whoever is nearby, and I am certain that the dogs who consider themselves luckiest are those who have lived with children. I am very proud of both my children and my dog tonight, and while none of that makes it any less sad to say Goodbye to Baxter, it does offer some small amount of peace in the matter. If ever there was a living thing on this planet that invested every moment of his life and love wisely, it's Baxter. Doing my best to follow his lead. Baxter has brought us many things over the years... long walks in the woods, laughter... He made the love of my life glow with happiness countless times. He saw the birth of my first child, and waited impatiently for the second to come home from the hospital... Grandiose times as well as very bad ones. Fleas. A dead squirrel once or twice. And his final gift to us was Willie, who we got for Baxter on his Birthday last year... We thought we were getting Baxter a puppy for his Birthday. Turns out Baxter was getting him for us. If I live 1000 years I may scratch just the surface of the nobility Baxter was born with. I also know that if I make it to wherever Baxter goes, I'll have done something right, and there will be a warm spot for me where Baxter's soft heart has been waiting patiently for me to get there and share his company... warming that spot for me just like he has my chair, bed, and heart for 13.5 years.
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“If I rented an emptey lot I would biuld an animal shelter. Then I would go bie pet beds and pet food. Later on I would paint the bilding blue and then put pink puppy paw stickers on the front of the biulding. Also I would name the animal shelter Lost and found animal shelter. Also as long as I would live I would never I repete Never! put the animals to sleep.” Written by Sophie, age 7
Willie, Ezra, Sophie & Baxter “The Mirror” So I was trying to get a little (more) cleaning done tonight while the kids did their homework, and Ezra came out from under his book to tell me something… Ezra- “I have a thing you should write a story about, Dad.” Me- “Awesome, Buddy, fire away!” -But then I went on cleaning the fireplace- Ezra- “A mirror doesn't really show you what you look like. It only shows you how you look on the outside, but how you see yourself is about a lot more than just how you look in the mirror. So the mirror doesn't really know you. Only what you look like." I put down the fireplace stuff at that point and hugged him really tight. And got a little misty. *Sigh* Ezra- “Did that make sense, Dad? Do you know what I mean?” Me- “Yes I do, Buddy, yes I do.” Ezra- “Did you write that down, Dad?” “Yes I did, Buddy, Yes, I did.”
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For someone who truly loves a pet, the loss of your animal companion is devastating. The plain truth is that any type of loss, whether animal or human, fills us with sadness. The deep relationship we share with our pets and the years of loyalty they provide makes it even that much more difficult to handle their passing. Animals don’t pass judgement or hold grudges. They are a significant and constant part of our lives. When we have to say goodbye, our whole world changes. Sometimes we have to make the difficult decision for euthanasia. Your veterinarian is the best judge of your pet's physical condition; however, you are the best judge of the quality of your pet's daily life. If a pet has a good appetite, responds to attention, seeks its owner's company, and participates in play or family life, many owners feel that this is not the time. However, if a pet is in pain, undergoing difficult and stressful treatments that aren't helping greatly, unresponsive to affection, unaware of its surroundings, and/or uninterested in life, a caring pet owner will probably choose to end the beloved companion's suffering. Evaluate your pet's health honestly and unselfishly with your veterinarian. Prolonging a pet's suffering in order to prevent your own ultimately helps neither of you. Nothing can make this decision an easy or painless one, but it is truly the final act of love that you can make for your beloved pet. The last person your pet should see is you, although difficult as it is, we owe them at least that much. We all deal with loss in our own unique way, but most of us experience many stages of grief: • Guilt - pet owners often blame themselves for a pet's death, running over in their mind what they could have done to prevent it. This is especially true when the death is the result of an accident. It is pointless and often erroneous to burden yourself with guilt for the accident or illness that claimed your pet's life, and only makes it more difficult to resolve your grief. • Denial - it is difficult to imagine that your pet will no longer be there to greet you when you get home from work or that he/she isn’t there at meal time. Some people find it hard to accept a new dog out of fear of being disloyal, but remember, there are thousands of wonderful companions being needlessly killed every day, you could provide one of them with a loving home that they deserve. • Depression - grief can lead to depression and can leave you tired and lacking of motivation. • Anger - there will be plenty of opportunities to be angry, toward the illness, the driver of the car or even your veterinarian who was unable to cure or save your dog. These thoughts are usually unjustified but many experience it. These feelings, although natural, need to be worked through in order to move on with your life. The deep pain and sorrow we feel will ease over time. If you have children, remember to be understanding as they experience the same grief that we do and they may have many questions because it can be even harder for them to understand. You will need an outlet for your feelings because bottling them up inside will only make matters worse. Do not try to hide your emotions or deny feelings of guilt, anger or depression. Expression is your road to healing. There are many ways you can express grief, write poems, talk with family and friends, cry, have a memorial for your pet. When a pet dies, you must choose how to handle its remains. Several are available. Home burial is a popular choice, if you have sufficient property for it. It is economical and enables you to design your own funeral ceremony at little cost. However, city regulations usually prohibit pet burials, and this is not a good choice for renters or people who move frequently. To many, a pet cemetery provides a sense of dignity, security, and permanence. Owners appreciate the serene surroundings and care of the gravesite. Cemetery costs vary depending on the services you select, as well as upon the type of pet you have. Cremation is a less expensive option that allows you to handle your pet's remains in a variety of ways: bury them (even in the city), scatter them in a favorite location, or keep them with you in a decorative urn (of which a wide variety are available). Cremation seems to be the most popular option that many pet lovers are choosing. Lockets are another way to hold on to memories of your pet, by storing a clipping of your pets fur and having a portrait or sketch done of your pet is another way to honor their memory. When there are more pets in the household, those pets observe every change and notice the absence of a companion. Pets often form strong attachments to one another, and the survivor of such a pair may seem to grieve for its companion. Cats grieve for dogs, and dogs for cats. You may need to give your surviving pet(s) a lot of extra attention and love to help them through this period. Remember that, if you are going to introduce a new pet, your surviving pets may not accept the newcomer right away, but new bonds will grow in time. Meanwhile, the love of your surviving pets can be wonderfully healing for your own grief. There are Pet Loss Support groups available in our area. The group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the Highland Presbyterian Church Activities Building at 2380 Cloverdale Avenue in Winston-Salem. The group is free and confidential.
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“Basil” by Todd Belcher www.jimmydog.com "My in-laws brought by the portrait of Basil that they commissioned through you. All I can say is WOW!!! You captured everything that I remember about my baby boy Basil. His floppy jowls, his handsome face, the way his skin laid around his collar, it was so lifelike that I just wanted to pinch his face. I just had to write to say thank you for doing such a wonderful job and that I love it, love it, love it." L.H.-Asheboro, NC
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When a beloved pet gets very old or becomes sick and we know the time is coming, sometimes we don’t quite know what to do or how to handle it. When we know that euthanasia is the most humane, selfless thing we can do for our best friend, we experience a deep, devastating sense of loss and quilt, sometimes even anger. But do we think about the fact that we could leave this world and our pets may experience these same feelings of loss and sadness? This past week as I was walking through the kennels of a local animal shelter, I was touched by the number of “senior” dogs in their care. Most of them never even lifted their heads as I peered down at their aged gray muzzles that I so much wanted to embrace to let them know how much I cared. I couldn’t help but think about what the story was with each of them as I studied their faces. Why were they here at this stage in their life? Did their guardians pass away with no one to take them in? It saddened my heart to think that after all the faithful years they had given to their person, that this is how they may spend the last days of their life, lying here on the concrete floor of the shelter, not knowing where they were or what was happening to them. The thought of having to say goodbye to our animal companions is hard, but do we think about how hard it could be for them if we were the ones to leave this earth first? I urge you to make plans for your pets in case something happens to you and they are the ones left behind.
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There is a bridge connecting Heaven and Earth. It is called the Rainbow Bridge because of it's many colors. Just this side of the Rainbow Bridge is a land of meadows, hills and valleys, all of it covered with lush green grass. When a beloved pet dies, the pet goes to this lovely land. There is always food and water and warm spring weather. There, the old and frail animals are young again. Those who are maimed are made whole once more. They play all day with each other, content and comfortable. There is only one thing missing. They are not with the special person who loved them on Earth. So each day they run and play until the day comes when one suddenly stops playing and looks up! Then, the nose twitches! The ears are up! The eyes are staring! You have been seen, and that one suddenly runs from the group! You take him or her in your arms and embrace. Your face is kissed again and again and again, and you look once more into the eyes of your trusting pet. Then, together, you cross the Rainbow Bridge, never again to be separated.
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7 reasons why the ‘Coalition to Unchain Dogs’ is AWESOME! by Caleb Scott Wouldn’t you love it if no dog in North Carolina had to endure life on a chain? How many times have you driven in a neighborhood or your own neighborhood and saw a dog on a short chain that looked so unhappy that you could feel it’s pain? If the answer is yes, then you should join the Coalition to Unchain Dogs! The Coalition to Unchain Dogs provides free fences, dog houses, spay and neutering to owners that cannot afford it themselves. In our opinion, if there is any hope that North Carolina is going chain-free the Coalition to Unchain Dogs is the key. Here is why: 1) The Coalition to Unchain Dogs educates dog owners Every time that Coalition goes to build a fence it creates an opportunity to educate the owners about animal care and why chaining is harmful to dogs. People that receive help from the Coalition to Unchain Dogs are not malicious dog owners, they just lack the resources to do better for their dogs. Whether it be education, help to build a fence or the money - they want to do better for their dog but can’t. The Coalition to Unchain Dogs empowers people to be better owners. 2) The Coalition to Unchain Dogs does not judge dog owners You never know exactly why an owner has a dog on a chain. You might assume that it is because they don’t care about their dog. From my experience volunteering with the Coalition to Unchain Dogs, that is not always the case. Recipients of fences from the Coalition to Unchain Dogs love their dogs, they just don’t have the means to build a fence. After you finish building the fence the owner more often than not expresses gratitude and is thankful that their dog does not have to be on a chain anymore. As the saying goes, “you can’t judge a book by it’s cover”. 3) The Coalition to Unchain Dogs helps create a bond between owner and dog Dogs on chains are not happy dogs. Dogs on chains bark for help. An unhappy dog that is in constant distress is not good for the dog or the owner. After a fence is built and a dog is set free it is amazing how a neurotic, unhappy barking dog is transformed into a happy, even joyful dog that loves life. If you have seen any of the Coalition to Unchain Dogs videos of freed dogs you know what I mean. It’s like a great burden has been lifted. And the owner sees it too. They sometimes remark how happy the dog looks and are amazed at what a difference a fence can make. And a happy dog is a better companion and it fosters a greater bond between dog and owner. 4) Unchaining a dog is immediate gratification Many volunteer opportunities take years to see results. The problem is often very complex and has many components that must be solved. When you volunteer with the Coalition to Unchain Dogs a dog can be freed in a afternoon. An experienced fence building crew can build a fence in two hours and you have the rest of your afternoon to enjoy. How many volunteer organizations can offer immediate results that you can enjoy for yourself in two hours? Very few. With the Coalition to Unchain Dogs you can enjoy the company of like minded people and see the fruits of your labor (a freed happy dog) and feel that you did something worthwhile. 5) The Coalition to Unchain Dogs provides a way for counties to go chain-free As dog lovers we often can’t comprehend why our counties have not gone chain-free. This is a new millennium and yet we are still treating dogs like inanimate objects that cannot feel pain. Community leaders are often unreceptive to our pleas. You have to wonder why. The answer is often always money. When it comes to the government, the first consideration to an elected official is “Can the county afford this”?, then all other considerations. North Carolina, like most other states, is in a debt crisis. When a state or county is trying to determine how to pay for services for it’s voting citizens, animals are very low on the list, unfortunately. Dog lovers tell elected officials “Ban chaining”, elected officials if they do not say it are thinking “How are taxes, that are already slim, going to pay for this?”. It’s not that elected officials don’t like animals, many do, but if you can’t provide a way for dogs that are unchained to not end up in the animal shelter (more tax money) they are not going to consider making the county or city chain-free. That is where the Coalition to Unchain Dogs comes in. Through donations and volunteers they can provide a county/city a no tax burden way to go chain-free. So when elected officials are saying or thinking “How do we pay to unchain all these dogs”, you can say “the Coalition to Unchain Dogs!”. 6) The Coalition to Unchain Dogs has already helped many counties become chain-free The Coalition to Unchain Dogs has lobbied for and has helped many communities in North Carolina adopt limited or prohibited chaining ordinances. The Coalition to Unchain Dogs leadership is very knowledgeable about why chaining is not only bad for the dog, but is bad for the community. Most calls to animal control involve a dog on a chain. These dogs have to be investigated by animal control, taking time and resources. If these calls could be cut down because of a sensible tethering ordinance, it’s a win for dogs and tax payers. Coalition to Unchain Dogs has assisted in GARNER, NC, RALEIGH, NC, DURHAM, NC, CHAPEL HILL, NC, ORANGE COUNTY, NC adopting limited or prohibited tethering ordinances. 7) The Coalition to Unchain Dogs has unchained 1,000 dogs!! As of 2011, the Coalition to Unchain Dogs has freed 1,000 happy hounds. That is a lot of wagging tails and puppy kisses! That is an amazing accomplishment that could have not been possible without volunteers. People like you that care enough to spend a Saturday or Sunday afternoon helping a dog in need. A dog that yearns for freedom. A dog that wants to be part of the ‘pack’ and needs companionship with an owner. A dog that is depending on you to help make that happen. There are volunteer opportunities for every skill level, you don’t have to know how to build a fence and most of the work is not heavy manual labor. It’s working together for a common cause, to free dogs. Wag! Readers, please visit www.ncvaw.org and get involved in the fight to end the suffering of chained dogs in North Carolina and to be a voice for those who cannot speak by joining North Carolina Voters for Animal Welfare.
Man’s Best Friend The best friend a man has in the world may turn against him and become his enemy. His son or daughter that he has reared with loving care, may prove ungrateful. Those who are nearest and dearest to us, those whom we trust with our happiness and our good name, may become traitors of our faith. The money that a man has he may lose, it all flies away from him, Perhaps when he needs it most. A man’s reputation may be sacrificed in a moment of ill considered actions, the people who are prone to fall on their knees to do us honor when success is with us, may be the first to throw a stone when failure settles its clouds upon our foreheads. But the one absolute best friend a man has in this world, the one that never desserts him, The one who never proves ungrateful or treacherous -”Is His Dog”A man’s dog will stand by him in prosperity, in poverty, in sickness and in health. He will sleep on the cold ground where the wintery winds blow and the snow drifts fiercely. If only he may be by his master’s side. He will kiss the hand that has no food to offer, he will lick the wounds and scars that come from the encounter of the roughness of the world. He guards and sleeps by his popular master as though he were a prince, when all other friends desserts, he remains, when riches takes wings and reputation falls into pieces, he is as constant in his love as the sun is on its journey through the heavens. If misfortune drives his master for an outcast into the world friendless and homeless, the faithful dog has no higher privilege than that to accompany him, to guard against danger and the fight against his enemy. But when the last scene of all comes and death takes his master in embrace there by his grave will the noble dog be found, his eyes open but in alert watchfulness faithful and true, “Even In Death” by Robert Guyer
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On the Cover.. Danny “ Chocolate” Myers, dubbed “the greatest gas man in NASCAR® history”. Chocolate Myers is one of the most popular crew members in the world of racing. Most famous as the gas man for the #3 GM Goodwrench Chevy driven by the late Dale Earnhardt, as well as his role in Smokey and the Bandit. A native of Winston-Salem, he was born with a love for racing. He is the eldest son of NASCAR pioneer, Bobby Myers who was killed in 1957 at Darlington, SC during a race while driving for Lee Petty, Richard Petty’s father. In the early 60’s, during a Tiny Greyhounds little league game, Danny Myers was in the field when his coach yelled out, “Catch the ball Chocolate drop!”(in reference to his dark complextion), hence comes the nickname that everyone knows him by, “Chocolate”. When Choclate was around 13 years old, he and a friend, Richard Childress, began selling peanuts at NASCAR races held at Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem. It didn’t take long until the two were racing their own cars on Saturday nights. In 1973, Myers and Childress parted ways and Chocolate set out on other adventures but always stayed in touch with his friend. By the time 1982 rolled around, Chocolate had decided that he wanted racing to be a big part of his life. Childress owned Richard Childress Racing, based in Davidson County, NC and when Chocolate called him one day and found out that Richard needed help in the garage, Chocolate teamed back up with Richard and began the NASCAR work he is famed for today. Myers met his lovely wife, Caron in the late 80’s. She was a journalist with a love of the fast-sport of racing. A few years later, the two fell in love and married. They have one daughter, Alexi and three dogs; “Diesel”, a Golden Retreiver; “Poochie”, a Havanese and “Dallas”, a long-haired chocolate dapple Dachshund. The Myers family are avid dog lovers, their Golden “Diesel” rides with them on the family boat and jet ski. When Chocolate isn’t working, he and Caron enjoy renovating older historical homes and are major “history buffs”. They also love to spend time on the lake, so much so that Chocolate decided to sell his motorcycle, because he realized that “falling off a boat doesn’t hurt near as bad as falling off a bike”. Something that many people may not know about Chocolate is that “SUGAR” the “Cover Dog” is available for adoption he loves to cook and is quite through Carolina Care Bullies. Sugar is a three yr. old talented at it according to his Pit Bull/American Staffordshire Terrier mix who loves attention! She will do anything for her wife, who calls him a “Master absolutely person’s love and affection. She had a rough start in Chef” in the kitchen. life. She was abandoned in the Zebulon community at Chocolate Myers remains a gas station. Unfortunately, instead of helping her, Chocolate, Caron employed with RCR as their most of the people she came in contact with at the & Diesel gas station were mean to her. She was kicked, had things thrown at her and Safety Director. The RCR she was in bad shape. Her ears looked like cauliflower due to severe yeast Racing Museum, located on the RCR campus, is a 47,000 infections. Finally, one day a nice couple came to her rescue. They took her square foot facility that encompasses the original No. 3 race to the Vet. and gave her the help she needed. They gave her the name shop built at the RCR campus in 1986 and the original RCR “Sugar” because of her sweet personality. She did develop some trust issues Museum built in 1991. The museum is most impressive and (who wouldn’t after being treated the way she was by all those strangers?). Sugar became a CCB dog on Thanksgiving Day of can be an emotional journey back in time for anyone who last year and is she ever thankful! The good has been a fan of the late Dale Earnhardt. people at Carolina Care Bullies have worked with
RCR MUSEUM Located on Industrial Drive, Welcome, NC Hours of operation: Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm Sat: 9am-3pm Admission:Adults: $12, Seniors: $8 (55 +) Students: $5 (ages 7-18), Children: (6 & under): Free For more info. Call: 1-800-476-3389
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Sugar on her socialization and fear and she now lives with her foster family and is among six dogs in the household. Sugar is a great girl, she absolutely adores children, most other dogs, cats and STICKS, yes, sticks! Her favorite game is “Keep away!” and she has a smile that will light up the world, as you can see. Sugar is up-to-date on all vaccines, she is spayed, microchipped, and is on monthly heartworm prevention. She does have Acral Lick Syndrome (when a dog can obsessively clean/lick their feet until they cause sores), but it is easily controlled by telling her “no” and keeping her mind busy to control the behavior. Sugar will make a lucky family a loving and faithful companion. She certainly deserves a loving, forever home. Her adoption fee is $150. 00. Contact Carolina Care Bullies by emailing: amanda@carebullies.org if you are interesting in this delightful, beautiful dog, who is sweet as “ Sugar”!
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This is Hunter, a three month old, male, Labrador Retriever mix and boy is this puppy happy about meeting his new family. He waits very patiently for someone to come scoop him up. Hunter likes to play with his tennis ball but hasn’t quite learned the fine art of fetch.
Ole! Sadie here is a seven year old Chihuahua and is looking for her perfect salsa partner. Sadie would like to be held all day if she could have it her way and likes a home that’s more on the quiet side of life. She may be a little shy at first but once she’s hooked there’s no getting away from her kisses.
Hambone is a three month old, male, tri-colored Boxer mix. He came in with seven in his litter and has gotten a little lonely since his brothers and sisters started getting adopted. Hambone will grow up to be between forty and sixty pounds so make sure you have lots of room for him to play.
This is Sassy, and as her name implies, she has a lot of inner diva. Sassy is a one year old, terrier mix and she is already spayed. Just a few things that Sassy likes to do is chase her tail, bark at the mailman and run laps around anyone standing still.
Just take a look at this pretty girl. Josie is a four month old, domestic short hair and loves everything pink. Flowers are at the top of her list, along with anything else as long as it’s pink. Can you give this girlie girl a good home?
This pretty princess is Nala, she is a five month old calico. Nala is always either preening or playing. She gets along very well with other cats and will even keep company with a few smaller dogs.
This is Munchkin, a seven month old, female German Shepherd mix. She is already spayed so she can go home with you today! Munchkin is one of our more docile dogs and is very quick to pick up training. She learned sit and down in one thirty minute session.
This is Fiona, a four month old, white, Australian Shepherd mix. Her owners moved and couldn’t take her along so she’s trying to find her new home. All of twenty pounds, this little lover couldn’t be a better nap time companion.
Meet Bear, a two year old dachshund mix! Bear is the winner of the snuggle bug award. He likes to put in at least 2 hours of cuddle a day. Think you can give this little boy a home? Come down to the shelter for a visit.
The Forsyth County Animal Shelter hours of operation are Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00-5:00pm, Adoption & Redemption: (336)703-3647 Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00-7:00pm. Complaint & Investigations: (336)703-2490 On Sundays, Furever Friends volunteers open the shelter from Lost & Found: (336)703-2478 1:00-4:00pm and welcome you to come by. They will help you find Licensing: (336)703-2479 a furry friend to bring into your home. Administration: (336)703-2480
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AUGUST 3 - BRIXX Pizza Cruise-In, 5-8pm, Hanes Mall Blvd. Winston-Salem. (www.emilyskidsfoundation.org) 6 - Pilot Mtn. Cruise-In (Downtown) 3pm-9:30pm, hotnightshotcars.com 6 -Dog Wash at Tractor Supply, Rural Hall, NC, 10am-2pm benefits AARF. 9 - End the Gas Chamber at the Davidson County Animal Shelter, County Commissioners Meeting at 7pm, 913 Greensboro St., Lexington, NC 27292. Join on Facebook ® “ End Gas Chamber at Davidson County Animal Shelter”. Please attend ! 11 - Triangle Beagle Rescue Adoptathon, 11am-1pm at Petsmart, Patterson Place Shopping Center, 3615 Witherspoon Blvd., Durham, NC 13 - Portraits for Puppies - Pet Supplies Plus, 2812 Reynolda Rd., Winston-Salem, by appointment only, call (336) 995-0183 19 - Bethania Moravian Church Cruise-In, 6pm 20 - Carolina Care Bullies - “Bully Ball”, 7:30-10:30pm, 312 Buckland Mills Court, Cary, NC 27513. For more info. visit: www.carebullies.org 23 - A New Leash On Life: 12th Graduation, 5:30pm. Forsyth Correctional Center, 307 Craft Dr., Winston-Salem, NC 27105. Bunny, Cecilia, Hero, Jack and Roscoe are graduating. See agility, obedience demos, meet the trainers and watch the dogs go to their new homes! Open to the public, family friendly! Visit www.newleashonlifefcc.org 27 - Portraits for Puppies - Pet Supplies Plus, 2812 Reynolda Rd., Winston-Salem, by appointment only, call (336) 995-0183 28 - Triangle Beagle Rescue Adoptathon, 2-4pm, at Animall, Cary Towne Center, 1105 Walnut St., Cary, NC 30 - Family Night Cruise-In, 5-8pm at Chick-fil-A at Thruway Shopping Center to benefit Forsyth County Animal Control. Sponsored by Wag! Magazine & Chick-fil-A at Thruway. Hotrods/Classic Cars enter from Knollwood Street for special parking. Visit: www.wagmagazinenc.com
Each day 10,000 humans are born in the U.S. & each day 70,000 puppies and kittens are born. As long as these birth rates exists, there will NEVER be enough homes for all the animals.
1 + 1 = 67,000 One female dog and one male dog and their offspring can produce 67,000 puppies in 6 years! One female cat and one male cat and their offspring can produce 11,606,077 kittens in 9 years! The solution to the problem of pet overpopulation is for you to SPAY or NEUTER your pets & to ADOPT. An estimated 3-4 MILLION dogs and cats are euthanized every year at animal shelters. Don’t buy while shelter pets die!
SEPTEMBER 7 - BRIXX Pizza Cruise-In, 5-8pm, Hanes Mall Blvd. Winston-Salem. (Www.emilyskidsfoundation.org) 13 - Portraits for Puppies - Pet Supplies Plus, 2812 Reynolda Rd., Winston-Salem, by appointment only, call (336) 995-0183 13 - Bone Appetit - Check www.aarfanimals.org for restaurant postings on September 1st. 15 - Bethania Moravian Church, Cruise-In at 6pm, 5545 Main St. Bethania. (www.bethaniacruisein.com) 17 - The Honeybee Festival & Forsyth Humane Society New Leash on Life Adoption Fair, 10am-6pm, Fourth of July Park, Kernersville, NC 19 - Forsyth County Animal Shelter Volunteer Orientation, 6-7pm. Visit www.forsyth.cc/AnimalControl/volunteer.aspx 27 - Family Night Cruise-In, 5-8pm at Chick-fil-A at Thruway Shopping Center to benefit Forsyth Humane Society. Sponsored by Wag! Magazine & Chick-fil-A at Thruway. Hotrods/Classic Cars enter from Knollwood Street for special parking.
Hi. My name is Hank. I am a 5 ½ year old male Walker Hound. I was found very skinny and my nails were extremely long, which made it painful and difficult to walk. The Vet. did wonders for me! I have been vaccinated, dewormed, heartworm tested (negative! - thank goodness because I’ve heard that is some bad stuff!). I am now neutered (I didn’t mind a bit because I don’t want to add to the overpopulation problem!). I am on monthly heartworm preventative and I am housetrained. I am a fun loving guy who likes to spend time with people and I am great with other dogs and kids. I promise to make you a faithful companion for the rest of my days, can you promise me the same? If so, please contact my foster family at: lovemyk9s@windstream.net
Established in 2004, our clinic is sponsored by the non-profit “Save The Animals”. Our services of spay, neuter and vaccines are provided for a low cost to anyone who calls, not just to those who have financial issues. We are a regional facility and have provided transport for groups as far away as Asheboro, Mt. Airy, Lexington, Salisbury and Statesville. We work with all rescue groups and average 7800-8000 surgeries per year. For pricing, information and directions, please visit our website at:
www.forsythspayneuterclinic.com 2780 W. Mountain Street • Kernersville, NC 27284
VACCINE CLINIC HOURS: THURSDAYS 9 am-12 Noon First Come, first served - No appt. needed SURGERIES: (By appt. only) MON-WED 7:30 am - 5 pm & THURS. 9 am - 12 Noon
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Carolina Veterinary Specialists... arolina Veterinary Specialists was founded in 1998 for the purpose of providing exceptional veterinary referral services and 24-hour emergency care to the veterinarians and pet owners of Charlotte, North Carolina. Soon thereafter, offices were established in Greensboro and Huntersville. In 2006, Carolina Veterinary Specialists opened its fourth facility in Winston-Salem. Their fifth office is now open in Matthews, North Carolina. Carolina Veterinary Specialists currently offers referral services in 11 specialty disciplines and currently employs 53 veterinarians. Carolina Veterinary Specialists practice is unique in that each of their specialists have completed at least 3 years of additional training beyond veterinary school and have passed rigorous examinations to become Board Certified in their respective areas of specialization. The practice is also distinguished by requiring a referral from your primary care veterinarian. It is the mission of Carolina Veterinary Specialist to provide state-of-the-art medical care with compassion and exceptional service to both their clients and referring veterinarians. They further strive to serve the pet-owning public and veterinarians of the region by providing advanced-level services and procedures not generally available in the family practice. It is their philosophy to serve as an extension of your family practice at times when unique medical care is required. Carolina Veterinary Specialists emergency services operates as an extension of your family veterinarian. They know that your veterinarian can't be available every hour of every day. Late night, weekends, holidays and any time that you are unable to reach your family veterinarian, they are there to help. Their goal is to provide the same good service as seamlessly as possible. When they have done their part, they provide a complete report and return your pet to your family veterinarian for ongoing care as soon as possible. Regular hours for referral specialty care are Monday-Friday from 7:30am-5:00pm. If you wish to be referred to one of their specialists, you must request a referral from your family vet. Your veterinarian can also advise you as to which service or specialist is qualified to handle your pet's unique medical needs. Once you have discussed this with your veterinarian, simply give the Carolina Veterinary Specialists office of choice a call to make an appointment. The doctors, technicians, nurses, even the reception staff at Carolina Veterinary Specialists, are specially trained in emergency medicine and triage. They offer the most experienced emergency veterinary team in your city. They are totally dedicated to what they do and they have access to all of the resources of their referral specialty hospitals, including 24-hour intensive care. If necessary, the Carolina Veterinary Specialists emergency doctors have access to the advice and skills of their Board Certified specialists. If your pet is in need of specialty or emergency veterinary care, Carolina Veterinary Specialists will provide you with the most professional, compassionate care possible.
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Remy is a 4 year old, 45 lb pit bull who is house and crate-trained, and has been an indoor dog her whole life! She is good with kids, other dogs, walks well on a leash, is food-motivated & already knows sit, down, stay, and shake! Her favorite things to do are retrieving toys, spending time with people, and snuggling! Her current foster mom takes her to doggie day camp where she is a staff favorite! Remy requires little training and is ready for a deserving family to love her.
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This snack is NOT for puppies or dogs. Please do not feed it to them. Chocolate is very harmful to our animal friends
Squash Casserole
Kids Recipe
Puppy Chow Ingredients:
3-1/2 lb. squash, cut in slices 1 medium onion, chopped 1 stick margarine 1 (8 oz.) carton sour cream 1 can cream of chicken soup 2-1/2 cups Pepperidge Farm Herb Stuffing Mix 1 cup grated sharp cheese 1-1/2 c. water salt and pepper to taste Put squash, onions, salt and pepper in water. Cook until tender. Drain water and return to pan. Add margarine, soup and sour cream. Mix well. Then add 1-1/2 cups of stuffing mix and cheese. Mix well. Pour mixture into 21/2 quart baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup stuffing mix on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. **I probably used more water to cook the squash—because you drain off water anyway. Submitted by: Dianne S.
1/2 cup Peanut butter 6 oz Chocolate chips 1/2 cup Butter or margarine 2 cups Powdered sugar 10 cups Corn Chex cereal Directions: 1. Melt peanut butter, butter or margarine, and chocolate chips in a saucepan over medium heat. 2. Pour over Corn Chex, being sure that all cereal is coated. 3. Put 2 cups powdered sugar in a large paper bag. Put cereal in bag and shake gently until all cereal is coated. 4. Pour out on wax paper to cool.
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Ingredients 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into cubes 4 eggs 1 1/2 cups white sugar 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1/2 cup lemon juice 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 1 cup white sugar 2 eggs, beaten
DELICIOUS LEMON
SQUARES Submitted by: Amy D.
Directions Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly butter a 9x13-inch baking dish. Whisk together 1 1/2 cup flour and confectioners' sugar in a mixing bowl. Cut in the cold butter with a knife or pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the crumbs into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared baking dish to form a crust. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 18 minutes. Remove from oven, and set aside. Whisk together 4 eggs, 1 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a bowl. Pour lemon mixture into the prepared crust. Skim off any bubbles from the surface of the filling. Mix the cream cheese and 1 cup sugar in a bowl until well blended. Whisk in 2 eggs, then spread over the lemon mixture. The mixtures will separate during baking. Bake in the preheated oven until the filling is set, about 30 minutes.
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It sounds like science fiction. Yet believe it or not, that statement provides the blueprint to escape the world of weight loss and enter the new reality of fat loss. Weight loss is all about calories. In the weight loss model you eat less and exercise for longer without stopping. Fat loss is less about calories, and more about hormones. In the fat loss model food and exercise are not merely fuel, but rather information for the body. How can you eat more yet burn more fat? With fat loss the idea is to eat more, not less. In fact, the goal is to not only eat more food, but eat it more often. Contrary to what many people think, this does not result in more calories eaten, but often results in less. By eating foods with high amounts of fiber, protein, and water and lower amounts of starch (aka sugar) and fat, the amount, or volume, of food increases while calorie intake goes down. This is because water, protein and fiber provide “bulk”, slow food’s movement through the digestive tract, and control hunger hormones. Protein and fiber stabilize blood sugar levels keeping you full for longer and allowing sustained energy that will enhance motivation and decrease cravings. Eating a similar meal before you get hungry again, 2 to 4 hours later, will further amplify the effects of the first meal. At the end of the day, you will have eaten more food, more often while not increasing calories all while balancing hormones at the same time. This is what we call preemptive eating and it is a key concept of the ME Diet strategy. Exercise less & lose weight while you rest? Like the food issue above, the weight loss model believes the more exercise you do the better. However, exercising longer does not always mean you will burn more calories and more importantly can easily disrupt the hormones responsible for determining whether you burn mostly fat or mostly sugar. All exercise burns some fat while you do it, but only certain forms of exercise make it so you burn fat at rest. Would you rather burn fat during the hour or so you are exercising, or all day long while your working, watching TV, or sleeping? This is the difference between hormonal exercise and caloric exercise. Hormonal exercise is shorter, more intense and allows for an increased fat calorie “after-burn” long after the workout has ended. Metabolic Effect teaches the health, fitness and fat loss lifestyle. Metabolic Effect is a health, fitness and fat loss company that teaches the key lifestyle factors that lead to real and sustained body change. Our acronym, ME, points to the individual approach we take to all we do. Every person is as different on the inside chemically as they are on the outside physically. Our programs are built to fit the individual and do not force the individual to adjust to us. Our dietary principles are based on two things 1) the shared physiological processes of all humans and the way we evolved for millions of years. Basically that our collective metabolisms are more tuned to the dietary principles of our hunter gatherer ancestors who were omnivores who ate high vegetable & high protein diets. The diets were exceedingly low in starchy foods and were without sugar. The... diet was also lacking in milk foods. So, in general the ME diet is low carb, low milk foods, moderate fruit, moderate fat, higher protein, very high non-starchy vegetables. 2) the second principle is that we are each uniquely different in metabolic processes despite having overlapping tendencies. We each have a different sensitivity to starch and other dietary compounds and we must work to understand and honor these differences adjusting our intake to match these needs. Finally, these two principles are combined and defined in the context of using body composition/fat loss (the number one risk factor for all chronic disease) as a surrogate marker for optimal Health and function.
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We welcome your comments and suggestions at Wag! Magazine. If you visited an animal welfare organization that you saw listed in our publication and adopted a homeless animal, please let us know, we love happy endings! Thank you for your compassion for the thousands of homeless animals in our community. If you have a neighbor, friend or relative that is looking for a new best friend, please share our publication with them and encourage them to adopt and save a life! Please visit our website at: www.wagmagazinenc.com We list local events and feature links to our advertisers and many animal welfare organizations. Please say “Thanks!� to our advertisers and sponsors - they are the reason this publication is possible. If you have a business and would like more information about Wag! Magazine, please contact us at: publisher@wagmagazinenc.com or call 336.692.3888 We would be honored to design an ad for you, promote your business and have you join us in the mission behind Wag! Magazine... to make a positive impact in the number of adoptions of homeless animals in our community.
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The mission of Ruff Love Rescue is to provide a safe haven for homeless, abused, neglected and/or abandoned dogs, regardless of breed, age or health status. We maintain information about reputable canine organizations and rescues, networking with as many of these as possible to place adoptable dogs in responsible, loving environments, "Saturn", Female, Labrador Retriever either through foster care or whenever Medium coat, 2 possible, forever homes. We use every mix, years old, spayed, UTD vaccines, pro-bono means at our disposal to raise on microchipped, on heartworm/flea/tick public awareness about homeless preventatives, crate animals and responsible pet care as well trained. Saturn is a fun athletic girl. She as to find homes for our dogs. Dogs who and loves to run, but will are not adopted will live out their lives at also curl up next to you on the couch & relax. Ruff Love. All donations are tax She gets along well with other dogs. Her deductible. adoption fee is $150.
"Deacon", Male, Siberian Husky, Medium coat, 1-1/2 years old, neutered, UTD on vaccines, microchipped, on heartworm/flea/tick preventatives, crate trained. Deacon is playful and loving, and does great around small children. He needs a home that already has a medium or large dog to be his companion. His adoption fee is $150.
"Ari", Male, Siberian Husky/Great Pyrenees mix, Long coat, 1-1/2 years old, neutered, UTD on vaccines, microchipped, on heartworm/flea/tick preventatives, crate trained. Ari is very good natured, and funny. He gets along with other dogs, and bonds quickly w/ people. A fenced yard is required to adopt Ari. His adoption fee is $150. “Remington", Male, Hound mix, Medium coat, 1-1/2 years old, neutered, UTD on vaccines, microchipped, on heartworm/ flea/ tick preventatives, crate trained. Remington always has a smile on his face. He gets along with other dogs & does well with children. He loves to go on hikes ~ the perfect indoor/ outdoor dog! His adoption fee is $150.
PO Box 2013 Thomasville, NC 27361 Email: dogs315@northstate.net
Meet Java! He is an Lizzie is a super approximately 1 yr old terrier sweet little beagle mix and weighs around 25 with a zest for life! lbs. Java is a super friendly Lizzie loves and handsome little dog. He everyone she meets is housebroken and crate and gets along well trained and gets along with with other dogs. She dogs of all sizes; he is 3 - 4 yrs old and absolutely loves going to the approximately 20 lbs. off-leash dog park! Although Lizzie is Java has his fair share of housebroken and energy, he is a cuddler and crate trained, and LOVES attention. If you can she has great house give Java the forever home manners. She loves he deserves, please stop by a Saturday AARF to be around people and will "smile" at you Adoption Fair to say hello to him. when she gets excited. If you think that Beagles are the best, Lizzie is the girl for you! Stop by a Saturday AARF Adoption Fair to meet her.
Daisy is a young black and white tuxedo cat with a beautiful oriental head and ears. She came into AARF's program the morning after losing all her kittens following an extended labor. Her owners were unable to pay for surgery and asked their veterinarian to euthanize her. He thought she deserved a chance to find a good home and called an AARF volunteer. An orphaned kitten at the AARF House helped Daisy out of her depression and they became best friends. Contact AARF for more info. about Daisy.
Five week old Cleo was found sopping wet and cold in a bank parking lot. She was brought into the AARF program where she has thrived with foster brothers and sisters. She is a friendly, social, and a laid back ten-week-old kitten ready for a new home. Contact AARF for more information about Cleo.
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AARF aids homeless and helpless cats and dogs in the greater Winston-Salem area; providing rescue and adoption services, information, and education while encouraging the human/animal bond. AARF is governed by a volunteer board of directors. As an organization it is supported by dozens of volunteers who work endlessly to implement the mission of the Animal Adoption and Rescue Foundation. AARF was organized in 1995 as a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization to provide safe, loving, appropriate homes for homeless cats and dogs.
Web: www.aarfanimals.org Open Wednesdays from 3-6pm Adoption Fairs held Saturdays from 12-4 (dogs & cats) Tuesdays from 4-7pm (cats only) Fridays from 3-6pm (cats only) www.wagmagazinenc.com
Spaying your pet before it's first heat cycle is the best for their health. When we allow our pets to go through heat cycles it increase the risk of uterine infection and possible unwanted pregnancy. The longer you wait the more fat accumulates around the reproductive organs sometimes making the surgery last longer and be more complicated. Also, there is an increase risk of uterine, ovarian and mammary cancer, all eliminated with early spaying.
I’ve heard that chocolate is toxic to pets, what other common household foods are toxic to dogs and cats? K.G. Most common foods are not toxic for dogs and cats, unless they have food allergies or very sensitive stomachs. The biggest risk is vomiting and diarrhea from any food change and over feeding leading to obesity. Grapes and raisins can be toxic as well as the sugar substitute in many candy products. The most serious issues arise from rodenticides, household cleaners, fertilizers and some over-the-counter flea and tick products. The signs of poisoning can look like almost anything: weakness and lethargy, vomiting and diarrhea, wobbly, anorexia, bleeding, salivating, seizures, coma and sudden death. If you think your pet may have been exposed to anything you are not sure about, it is worth calling your Vet soon. Also, there is a pet poison hotline available 24 hours a day 1-800-213-6680.
Traveling with a pet creates its own unique stressors. Think through travel plans thoroughly. “You really don’t want to push an animal that’s never traveled before into a carrier for five to ten hour drives”. To help the pet travel more comfortably, we suggest putting a small blanket from home in the carrier so the pet smells a familiar scent. Here is a handy checklist for travel with pets: • Pet carrier with soft blanket • Leash • Collar with identification tags with contact information taped or etched on the back • A microchip and a recent photo in case the pet becomes lost • Water and food dishes • Medications, Food & Treats • Medical records for pets with chronic conditions • Vaccination records for boarding • Interactive toys to ward off boredom • Local emergency veterinary hospital phone number and address. • Animals should NEVER be left in a car even with the windows cracked. Pets can become overheated very quickly. When pets must stay behind, you must choose between boarding and hiring a pet sitter. Boarding facilities typically require updated vaccinations and medical records-especially for pets with health concerns, so plan ahead. A reliable sitter needs to keep the pet’s schedule on track, provide daily exercise and companionship, and have written permission to seek medical treatment. Happy Trails! Dr. Mitch Spindel
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Kora (12728377) has a tendency to be sedate and restful so she might make a great lap buddy. She is just 7 months old and will most likely grow to be a medium sized girl.
Pepper is a nice Labrador Retriever/ Dalmation mix and is about 6 years old. He loves to get attention! Pepper gets along well with his kennel-mate and is already neutered and is ready to go home with you today! (A12942588)
Liale (12835444) is a sweetheart that appreciates some gentle affection. She is just 1 ½ years old, medium sized and she has been spayed. She has many years to be your best friend.
Leroy is a handsome Labrador Retriever mix and is about 3 years old. He is an easy going guy and likes getting gentle attention. Leroy will be neutered as part of his adoption fee.
Miss Thing is a sweet Shepherd mix and is about 13 years old. She's a very laid back girl and loves to get petted. Miss Thing has already been spayed and is ready to go home with you today! (A00617719)
Fawn (12943404) is a nice mellow girl. A visitor remarked that she is very sweet! Fawn is 2 years old, medium sized and will be spayed before she goes home with you.
The Guilford County Animal Shelter is the only public shelter in Guilford County. We are operated by a non-profit organization- the United Animal Coalition. The United Animal Coalition has operated the Guilford County Animal Shelter since 1998. All donations made to the Guilford County Animal Shelter are tax deductible. The United Animal Coalition is a professional, caring organization devoted to saving the lives of lost, abandoned and surrendered animals of Guilford County, N.C. We strive to humanely care for all the animals and work diligently to return lost animals to their owners. We are committed to making every adoption of every animal a positive, permanent experience for both the animal and the pet owner.
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Heinz (12824824) has a very laid back personality. He likes spending time with his feline friends. He is now 3 ½ years old and will be neutered before he goes home with you, his new best friend.
Micah(132237394) is a 5 year old Pug mix with an adorable face that you'll just fall in love with, he's kind and loves to be petted and shown plenty of affection. Micah gets along with other dogs and walks well on a leash. Micah is already neutered, so come see him and he can go home with you today.
Rex(00934788) is a cuddly 8 year old Collie/Basset mix with a gorgeous coat and a beautiful smile. You will love Rex as you grow to know him and his gentle heart. Rex loves to be at your side and spend his time around you. Give him your love and he will give you his heart. Come and see Rex today, he's already neutered so he can go home with you today.
Phone: (336) 297-5020 Web: www.adoptshelterpets.org E-mail: info@adoptshelterpets.com Hours of Operation: Mon-Sat 12A-6P, Sun 1-5P
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Pick-up & delivery service available No caged pets • Large Runs Climate controlled • People that care Peaceful country setting
Trail Paws Market offers handmade eco-friendly dog collars and leashes. Hemp is a renewable, natural resource and one of the softest, strongest and most durable natural fibers. Hemp is hypo-allergenic and requires no ecologically damaging chemicals, herbicides or pesticides in order to grow. Whether the “trails” you and your “best friend” enjoy are a country hike or a stroll in the city, your pet will be not only “stylish” but “green”. Our adjustable collars are made using curved side release buckles for your dog’s comfort and cast nickel D rings. Collars and leashes are box stitched at pressure points.
The Humane Society's mission is to prevent cruelty and suffering among dogs and cats through rescue, adoption, and education. We welcome your help as a volunteer and as a member. Membership dues help to subsidize operating expenses related to animal care, adoption, and spay/neuter programs. We offer a monthly spay/neuter transport clinic. Visit us on the web at: www.davienchumane.org “Wylie”, a handsome, 4 year old neutered, silver & white Main Coon is a big cat that simply loves people! He’ll follow you wherever you go, just to get your attention. He likes to carry on a conversation with you and enjoys rolling over on his back so you can rub his tummy. He’s extremely social, gets along well with other cats, is up-todate on vaccines and is litter box trained. Come to the HSDC to Meet Wylie!
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