Adoption Option

ADOPTION OPTION

Meet Chips!

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 Chips! This handsome boy is enthusiastic and loves to go for walks. When meeting other dogs, Chips’ manners really shine. At three years old, Chips has outgrown some of the stamina that generally accompanies long dog-on-dog play sessions. He enjoys interaction with dogs that have an easy going personality and politely walks away when he is ready for a break. As with any individual, Chips does have a few preferences he’d like you to know about. He prefers not to be bothered while he is eating something really yummy. Chips also enjoys playing solo with his toys. Therefore, he is looking forward to learning how to trade for another toy which would allow him to engage in a good game of fetch. When meeting new people, Chips prefers to be introduced by someone he is already familiar with. If the person is in your circle of friends, they will soon be in Chips’ as well! However, Chips isn’t a fan of the “pop in.” Who is, really? If you are laying at home relaxing, watching TV, usually the last thing you want is someone knocking on your door. Chips feels the same way. He definitely promises to snuggle up to you during the movie, though! Chips is an affectionate boy looking for a home with a person or couple who loves to go for walks and enjoys a relaxing night at home. If Chips sounds like a dog that you would enjoy sharing your home with contact the shelter today!

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.

Chips is available for adoption through WARL.

PHOTO COURTESY OF STEVE GEORGON

Diaz

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rest of the posse approach the desolate woods surrounding the cabin in search of Matt Caldwell. More about Diaz’s’ character will be revealed as the series unfolds.

While Diaz ate up the memories and friendships he’d developed on set, his most cherished moment is when he got face time with Michael C. Hall, who plays the role of Dexter Morgan. As with landing the role in the first place, getting personal facetime with Hall required time and sleuthing.

“There were small nuggets of time where we were on set with ‘Dexter,’ but when I’m around Michael, he’s working. The last thing I wanted to do is interrupt him at his craft, and nobody really goes near him other than the main cast. But I knew our moment was going to come,” said Diaz.

“Fast forward to the last day of filming. I was like, ‘I have to make this happen today, so we finish shooting and I’m supposed to go home. But I took it upon myself to prolong the going home part, and told the crew I forgot something on set, so I strategically waited for a moment with Michael, and I got it. And I expressed to him how I started my acting career years after the show ended and thanked him for bringing the show back.”

According to Diaz, during his encounter with Hall, “His Dexter wall came down and his face lit up.”

Diaz will release his second album, “Maniflex,” featuring the Insane Clown Posse and other surprise collaborators, in mid-2022. The album was written and recorded during the same time period Diaz was filming “Dexter.” Diaz will perform live at the Palladium Jan. 8, opening for Redman and Methodman. Doors open at 8 p.m.

Watch “Dexter: New Blood” Sunday’s 9 pm. on Showtime. Follow Diaz’s journey on Instagram @Tierrediaz or subscribe to his YouTube channel Tierre Diaz Official”