Adoption Option

WARL ADOPTION OPTION

Sassy is available for adoption at WARL.

PHOTO COURTESY OF SARA MCCLURE

Meet Sassy

Welcome to Adoption Option, a partnership with the Worcester Animal Rescue League highlighting their adoptable pets. Check this space often to meet all of the great pets at WARL in need of homes. WARL is open seven days a week, noon-4 p.m., 139 Holden St. Check them out online at Worcesterarl.org, or call at (508) 853-0030.

Meet Sassy! This girl has been in a couple of homes the past few years and has not found the right fit yet. Sassy is very puppy-like at her age and enjoys a lot of activity. She would love a family she can go on walks and car rides with. She is very silly and loves to play with toys, whether they are tennis balls or plush toys, she has no preference she just likes to have fun. Sassy is a strong dog who will need to be walked on a harness and needs to brush up on her basic manners. She loves meeting new people and also does well with children, but does not like other animals. She is a big foodie and sometimes gets a bit overzealous when taking a treat, so she would not be ideal for a home with small children. She has what our vet believes is seasonal allergies, so her new family will need to keep an eye on her skin to make sure she is comfortable during any flare-ups. Sassy has a zest for life that will have your heart smiling and she is sure to make some lucky family very happy! If you would like more information about Sassy or you would like to make an appointment to meet her, please contact the shelter.

WARL COVID-19 Procedures

As of Nov. 9, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, we want to share with you some changes we have implemented so that we can continue to serve the pets and people of our community while keeping our team protected. • ADOPTIONS: At this time, adoptions are being held BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. If you are interested in adoption, please visit our website worcesterarl.org/ adopt/ to learn more about our available animals then call us at (508) 853-0030 ext.0 or email us at info@worcesterarl. org to schedule an appointment. • CASUAL VISITS TO THE SHELTER are prohibited. We will strictly enforce this in order to keep our animal care team protected while still maintaining the most essential function of our operation ... finding homes for animals in need. • ANIMAL SURRENDERS: Our business practice for surrendering a pet remains the same. All pet owners must contact WARL in advance of surrendering a pet. Please call (508) 853-0030. • SPAY/NEUTER CLINICS: All scheduled appointments will be honored. If you have a scheduled appointment, we will be contacting you to discuss changes to our drop off/ pick up procedures. • DONATIONS ACCEPTED except for open bags of food. • Pet food, cat litter, and other shelter supplies will be essential in continuing to provide for our animals and to assist community members in need. To avoid unnecessary travel and exposure, items can be purchased online from our Amazon Wishlist - https:// www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/3AX342JIL73M0 • Weekly training classes are going on for adopters. • The WARL Volunteer Program is temporarily suspended. All regular volunteer shifts are on hold. We look forward to welcoming you back as soon as we can. We have many animals in our care who depend on us to stay healthy and well. The above measures help to protect our staff and community from the spread of COVID - 19 by minimizing face-to-face interactions while continuing to operate only core essential services. Please continue to follow our Facebook page for additional updates. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact the shelter at (508) 853-0030 or info@ worcesterarl.org.

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Grape-Nuts are back!

By now most cereal lovers have heard the news that Grape-Nuts cereal is officially back, shipping at full capacity to stores nationwide, bringing the Great Grape-Nuts Shortage of 2021 to an end.

The brand also announced that it will reimburse fans who paid inflated prices for GrapeNuts cereal during the pandemic-related shortage.

“It became abundantly clear during the shortage that GrapeNuts fans are ‘Nuts for GrapeNuts,’” said Kristin DeRock, Grape-Nuts brand manager at Post Consumer Brands. “So much so that some of our loyal super fans were willing to pay extreme prices just to ensure they wouldn’t be without their favorite crunchy cereal. As a way to show our appreciation and thank these fans for their dedication, we want to repay the love by reimbursing them.”

Consumers who paid $10 or more for a box of Grape-Nuts Original cereal between Nov. 1, 2020, and March 15, 2021, are eligible to submit a valid retailer or e-retailer receipt for a partial refund of up to $115 to help cover the difference between the amount paid and the suggested retail price of the GrapeNuts Original cereal box purchased. Submit receipts between now and April 15. Visit www.postconsumerbrands.com for more information. Follow the brand on Facebook and Instagram. Join the GrapeNuts Secret Super Fans Facebook group to engage with other fans of this “nutty, crunchy community.”

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