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CONTENTS 4 Holiday Shopping for a Cause 6 Rescues & Shelters / Events

Volume 1 | Issue 1

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Puplishers Papi “no moleste” Powell Ms. Skeeter Naughton

10 Brunswick County Listings 14 New Hanover County Listings

This, That and the Other Rebecca Powell

21 Pender County Listings

Graphic Design Kathy Brite

23 Bullies to the Rescue 26 Heidi’s Hope

Special Contributors Suzanne Jalot

28 Ruff Crowd - Cape Fear Shots

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30 Carolina Boxer Rescue

Get Listed!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to reach our audience in the March issue!

Text/Call (910) 793-4044 or email info@rufflifemagazine.com

Oakley

Age: 3 Breed: Golden Retriever Location: Wilmington Brewing Co. Owner/Photographer: Morgan Rasmussen Other notables: Oakley’s living the dream! We could easily do a whole magazine just on his adventures. Check in regularly at his Instagram @mypupoakley to see what he’s up to.

The Cape Fear is one of the most dogfriendly areas along the coast. We’d love to include ALL the dog-friendly businesses but we would run out of space! Because of that, our directory is limited to our supporters, advertisers, and non-profit partners. © 2019 Cape Fear Publishing, All Rights Reserved The information provided in Ruff Life Magazine is intended for informational and/or entertainment purposes only. All materials and services in this publication are provided “as is” without any representations or warranties. Neither Cape Fear Publishing nor its affiliates, nor any of their respective agents, employees, advertisers, or writers shall be liable to anyone for any inaccuracy, error, omission, timeliness, completeness, deletion, defect, or failure of performance.

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Holiday Shopping for a Cause!

Whether you’re buying for pups or peeps you’re sure to find something fun and unique. From stocking stuffers to dining room sets, the PAWS Resale Shoppe & FOFF Thrift Store inventory changes daily.

Visit regularly to see all they have to offer while saving money and saving lives!

PAWS Resale Shoppe 5941 Carolina Beach Rd Wilmington, North Carolina (910) 399-8390 PAWS offers upscale home decor, furniture, pet supplies, and seasonal items at reasonable prices. Donations of these items are always welcomed.

Home Décor including small tables, chairs, vases. Jim Shore collection, jewelry, books, DVD's, Jigsaw Puzzles, Very nice nautical section; throw pillows, shower curtains and vintage pieces.

All the inventory is in very good condition, some donated and much of it bought by the owners for resale.

PAWS is a non-profit business that supports animal rescue. They donate all our proceeds to support local rescue organizations and shelters.

Cash donations increase the support they can offer to rescue groups.

There are too many homeless animals who are in danger of being euthanized. Please remember to adopt and not shop!

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For Our Furry Friends (FOFF) Thrift Store

102 N US Hwy 117 Burgaw, North Carolina (910) 789-5000

The FOFF Resale Store is operated by Pender Humane Society volunteers and is located at 102 N US Hwy 117 across from the First Citizens Bank and the Dollar General Store. FOFF is an acronym for “For Our Furry Friends.” Items donated by the public are sold at the store with all profits given to the Humane Society to support its monthly SHOP Amazon Smile this season and choose operating costs. to support Pender County Humane Society!

If shopping on Amazon, put your purchases to work for Pender County Humane Society. Just sign in to smile.amazon.com on your desktop or mobile phone browser and simply select “Change your Charity” in “Your Account.” and select Pender County Humane Society.

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RESCUES AND SHELTERS Adopt an Angel (910) 392-0557 www.adoptanangel.net Anchor Your Heart Rescue (910) 540-4495 www.anchoryourheartrescue.org Pawsitively Pugs Rescue PawsitivelyPugRescue@gmail.com Brunswick County Sheriff’s APS (910) 754-8204 aps.brunswicksheriff.com Bullies 2 the Rescue (704) 882-1525 www.bullies2therescue.com Cape Fear Rescue League (910) 207-2071 www.cfrl.org Carolina Boxer Rescue (910) 799-5638 www.carolinaboxerrescue.org Carolina Poodle Rescue (864) 489-3559 Chihuahua Rescue & Transport SE www.chihuahua-rescue.org Dauntless Dog Rescue (910) 777-7186 www.ddrnc.org Furever Friends Animal Rescue (910) 383-2100 www.fureverfriendsnc.com Great Dane Friends www.greatdanefriends.com Greyhound Friends of North Carolina (336) 643-0233 www.greyhoundfriends.com Monty’s Home (910) 259-7911 www.montyshome.org New Hanover Humane Society (910) 763-6692 www.nhumanesoc.com

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New Hanover Sheriff’s Office ASU (910) 798-7500 Paws Place (910) 845-7297 www.pawsplace.org Pender County Animal Control (910) 259-1349 Pender County Humane Society (910) 259-7022 www.penderhumane.org Pender Endangered Animal Rescue (910) 675-0867 Pitty Rescue www.pittyrescue.com R.A.C.E (910) 579-0407 www.raceshelter.org Roseys Rescue roseysrescue.com SOAR (910) 457-6340 www.soar-nc.org

OTHER NON-PROFITS Canines for Service (910) 362-8181 www.caninesforservice.org Four Paws and a Wake Up-NC (910) 506-3647 www.k94pawsnc.org Heidi’s Hope For Homeless Animals, Inc. www.heidishopeforhomelessanimals.com Paws4People (910) 632-0615 www.paws4people.org Pets for Vets (443) 306-0432 Pinups for Pitbulls (828) 645-9273 The Sergei Foundation www.sergeifoundation.org

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NOVEMBER 10 Meet the Breed: Boxers w/ CBR @ Best Day Ever Dog Boutique Carolinaboxerrescue.org

FEBRUARY 22 Poker for Puppies @ Hannah Block Center facebook.com/PokerforPuppies

17 Fall Frolic for Four Paws @ Waterman’s Brewing www.k94pawsnc.org/events

23 Monty’s Home Pet Expo www.montyshome.org

30 Shop with the Boxers @ Aunt Kerry’s Pet Stop

MARCH 14 Paws on Parade

Official Dog Party of the Azalea Festival ncazaleafestival.org/event/paws-on-parade

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News and topics concerning the Cape Fear.

Justice for Gibson

Sadly, as most of us already know, Gibson was mortally wounded this March when he was allegedly shot with a pellet gun by his neighbor, Alex Hollinger. Initially Hollinger was charged with four felony counts of cruelty to an animal but a 5th count was added after it was discovered that an additional dog, Chloe, had also been shot.

As of this printing we have learned from Gibson’s mom, Leigh West, that the felony charges have been consolidated into one count of felony animal cruelty.

Hollinger has future court dates this October and December.

To stay informed on the latest visit Facebook.com/justiceforgibson Find Court Dates on this case: http://bit.ly/Justice4GibsonCourtCase Download, sign and share the petition: http://bit.ly/Justice4GibsonPetition Daisy, the Hell Hound, 8

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Halloween Doggie Dress Up Contest Raises $600 for Adopt an Angel!

This October the Stone Garden hosted a fundraiser for Adopt an Angel . For a small $20 or more donation contestants got a professional photograph of their dog in costume. They even provided costumes should you need one. 18 dogs participated (and 1 cat) and the top winners will voted on by Stone Garden fans. Let’s hope this becomes a yearly event! www.rufflifemagazine.com

Abby, Harpo & Izzy This past Summer our community lost 3 family members to Blue-Green Algae. Abby, Izzy and Harpo came into contact with the toxic bloom, Cyanobacteria, while playing in and around a local pond.

Harpo, the “gentle giant,” was a 6-year Doodle, and well-known hugger and therapy dog at Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center where he would visit patients each Friday. He was a favorite among patients and staff alike. Abby and Izzy, 10-year old West Highland terriers, had their own little quirks. Abby, on the left, loved to play ball but hated getting dressed up. She would walk sideways once donning any attire. Izzy, on the other hand, was the mother hen, making sure they all got fed on time and at the ready to alert their humans if Harpo was getting into trouble. Abby, Izzo and Harpo, our hearts go out to your family this holiday season. You were well loved and will be well missed. * RLM will have an article on blue-green algae in our 2020 March issue, as swimming season gets closer.

What happened to the “My Pet is Family” License Plate?

According to sources, the petition got the number needed and was submitted to the state. Unfortunately, Senator Bill Rabon, took it out of the bill. RLM will is working to learn more and verify facts for a more thorough story in our March 2020 issue. In the meantime, you can visit sergeifoundation.org for more information.

More Mutt Media sources CAN I PET YOUR DOG? Podcast A personal favorite. Papi and I listen to this high energy, thoroughly enjoyable podcast on our morning walks. Now, if I haven’t had a cup of coffee yet, we slow the roll to 0.8 speed. These girls and their pups keep us smiling every Tuesday as dog owner Renee Colvert and puppy owner Alexis Preston talk to guests about their dogs, discuss dogs they met this week, and brief you on dogs news. They go on assignment to dog events and report back with what you need to know. If there’s a dog, they’re gonna pet it! (you know the feeling, right?)

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Looking for events, rescues, shelters or your NEW BEST FRIEND? Pickup one of these free monthly issues. You’ll find them most everywhere!

RLM will be doing a little behind the scenes story on the team over at PP in our March 2020 issue. We’ll also be highlighting some of the area’s shelter pets that most need furever homes. In the meantime, here’s the skinny: PawPrints Magazine is dedicated to saving the lives of homeless animals by promoting shelter adoptions. We provide an up-to-date pictorial directory of shelters, humane societies and rescue organizations in the Cape Fear area. All non-profit organizations and individuals who are not in the business of selling animals are welcome to participate in the magazine.

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Papi’s Pick

Brunswick Nature Park 2601 River Road (NC 133), Winnabow, NC

Gotta say, Papi and I just love spending time here. So much to offer in every season. According to their website it’s 911 acres of undeveloped wilderness! With a kayak/canoe launch site, a 40x40 picnic pavilion and walking, biking, and horse trails, you’ll have plenty do every time you visit.

Brunswick County has plans for even more with this site so Papi, Skeeter and I will be back on the regular. Wonder if they’ll be adding more art installations? We’ll let you know.

Sniffspot is a simple app for finding and using dog parks and off leash areas listed by locals

Need a safe space to socialize a reactive dog?

Looking to make a little $$$ while helping a dog in need?

We heard about this app on the Can I Pet Your Dog podcast and thought, “what a great idea!” The importance of socializing dogs is well documented but what do you do if the dog parks are just too much? Sniffspot was designed to help dog owners, trainers and lovers find safe exercise and training space for reactive dogs, enabling your pup to get the exercise they need in the safety of a private area. It’s an app that helps you find local space AND list your space, as well. There’s only a couple spaces in our area right now but hopefully we can help it grow.

Download the app to your iPhone or Android OR visit www.sniffspot.com to learn more. If you’re interested in trying a local spot out, the great folks at Sniffspot have given Ruff Life Magazine readers a code all their own.

Enter the code: RuffLife at check out to get $5 off your first visit.

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Brunswick County Dog Parks Salty Dog Park, Oak Island (Bill Smith Park) 4410 Fish Factory Rd, Oak Island

Dog Park at Hannon A. Templeton Park NE 41st Street & Oak Island Drive, Oak Island

Shallotte District Park 5550 Main St, Shallotte

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Walking Trails and Parks LELAND Leland Community Park

WINNABOW Brunswick Nature Park

1490 Village Rd NE, Leland

2601 River Rd, Winnabow

SOUTHPORT Dutchman Creek Park

Brunswick Town

4750 Fish Factory Rd SE, Southport

Smithville District Park

8884 St. Philip’s Rd SE, Winnabow

Town Creek District Park 6420 Ocean Hwy E, Winnabow

8340 River Rd SE, Southport

Southport River Walk Bay St, Southport

SUPPLY Lockwood Folly District Park 430 Green Swamp Rd, Supply

OCEAN ISLE Ocean Isle Beach Park 6483 Old Georgetown Rd, Ocean Isle

Brunswick Nature Park

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Beach Rules Bald Head Island: Dogs allowed year-round. Dogs must be leashed during turtle season, May 1 to November 15. Unleashed dogs allowed all other times.

Caswell Beach: Dogs on leash allowed year-round. Unleashed dogs are permitted on the beach strand from dawn until 9am. From October 1 through April 30, unleashed dogs are permitted on the beach strand from 3pm until dark.

Holden Beach: No dogs on the beach from May 20 to September 10 between 9am and 5pm. Dogs must be leashed.

Oak Island: Dogs on leash allowed year-round. Unleashed dogs are allowed from October 16 until March 15 from 6am until 8pm in locations marked by beach access signs.

Ocean Isle Beach: No dogs on the beach between the hours of 9am and 6pm during the period of Memorial Day through Labor Day. Leashed dogs permitted all other times.

Sunset Beach: From the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day, dogs are not allowed on the beach between the hours of 8am and 6pm. After 6pm and before 8am, leashed dogs are allowed. After Labor Day and before the Friday before Memorial Day, leashed dogs are allowed all day.

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Brunswick County ATTORNEY Gerber Animal Law (919) 510-6393 www.AnimalLawNC.com

BOARDING/DAY CARE Canine Academy (910) 253-7723 canineacademy@atmc.net www.canineacademy.us Greenwood Pet Camp (910) 253-6970 2780 Greenwood Circle SE, Bolivia www.greenwoodpetcamp.com

CARPET CLEANING Cape Fear Cleaning Solutions (910) 790-5312 www.capefearcleaningsolutions.com

PET SUPPLIES Family Dog Naturals (910) 859-7605 Zeetlegoo’s (910) 457-5663

PHOTOGRAPHY Michael Cline Photography (910) 264-8221 Wilmington, NC www.michaelclinephoto.com

PORTRAITS DC Pet Portraits (201) 679-3314 200 Willard St, Wilmington www.dcpetportraits.com

Pet Portraits by Greg Jeffreys (910) 228-3586 Oriental Rug & Carpet Cleaning Specialists www.gregjeffreyspetportraits.com (910) 392-6112 gj5699573@gmail.com www.orientalrugcleaningnc.com

CREMATION Companion Cremation Services (910) 754-7166 65 Sellers Rd, Supply www.companioncremations.com Perkins Goodbye Hugs (910) 612-9334 6709 Netherlands Dr, Wilmington www.perkinsgoodbyehugs.com Southeastern Pet Cremation (910) 762-7525 5104 US Hwy 421 N, Wilmington www.southeasternpetcremation.com

PET SUPPLIES Jedi Oils (910) 538-9002 Essential Oils for People and their Pets www.jedioils.com

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SERVICE DOGS

Canines for Service (910) 362-8181 221 Old Dairy Rd, Unit 1, Wilmington www.caninesforservice.org

TRAINING Canine Academy (910) 253-7723 canineacademy@atmc.net www.canineacademy.us Bleu Starr K9 910-899-1977

VETERINARIANS Fix A Friend Spay/Neuter Clinic (910) 253-8161

WASTE REMOVAL Wasting Time Pet Services (910) 540-0115 @RuffLifeMagazine

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New Hanover County Dog Parks Mike Chappell Park

Hugh MacRae Dog Park

Dow Rd, Carolina Beach

1799 South College Rd, Wilmington

Empie Park

Ogden Dog Park

3405 Park Ave, Wilmington

Ogden Park Dr, Wilmington

Gurney Hood Barking Lot K Ave at 7th St, Kure Beach

Walking Trails and Parks CAROLINA BEACH Carolina Beach Lake

Summer Rest Trail

South Lake Park Blvd and Atlantis Ave, Carolina Beach

423 Summer Rest Rd, Wilmington

Carolina Beach State Park

3500 Bethel Rd, Wilmington

1010 State Park Rd, Carolina Beach

WILMINGTON Cross City Trail

Wade Park Wilmington Riverwalk Market and Water Street, Wilmington

Multiple entry points, Wilmington

Greenfield Lake 421 S. Burnett Blvd, Wilmington

Halyburton Park 4099 S. 17th St, Wilmington

New Hanover County Arboretum 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington

Oakdale Cemetery 520 N. 15th St, Wilmington

Smith Creek Park

Nimbus, 4 months old

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH Wrightsville Beach Loop Causeway Dr, Wrightsville Beach

633 Shenandoah St, Wilmington

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Beach Rules Carolina Beach: Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach anytime October 1-March 31 and only between 5pm and 9am April 1-September 30.

Freeman Park: Leashed dogs are allowed year-round during all hours. They may be unleashed and under voice control October 1-March 31.

Kure Beach: Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach anytime October 1 until March 31. They are not allowed at all April 1through September 30.

Fort Fisher State Recreation Area: Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach yearround.

Wrightsville Beach: Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach anytime October 1 through March 31. They are not allowed at all April 1 through September 30.

Masonboro Island: Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach year-round.

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New Hanover County AGILITY Dare to Dream Agility dare2dreamagility@gmail.com

ATTORNEY Gerber Animal Law (919) 510-6393 www.AnimalLawNC.com

BAKERIES Coastal K-9 Bakery (910) 794-4014 5941-D Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington www.coastalk9bakery.com

BARS/BREWERIES Bombers Bev Co. (910) 833-5107

BARS/BREWERIES The Sour Barn (910) 264-1369 7211 Market St, Wilmington www.broomtailcraftbrewery.com Waterline Brewing Company (910) 777-5599 Wilmington Brewing Company (910) 392-3315

BOARDING/DAY CARE Dogs At Play (910) 342-0602 2129 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington www.dogsatplay910.com Meadowsweet Pet Boarding & Grooming (910) 791-6421

Broomtail Craft Brewery Pet’s Pal Inn (910) 264-1369 (910) 452-2424 6404 Amsterdam Way Ste 100, Wilmington 3417 Merchant Court, Wilmington www.broomtailcraftbrewery.com www.petspalinn.com Duck and Dive (910) 399-2866 Goat & Compass (910) 772-1400 Hey Beer! Bottle Shop (910) 547-6707 Island Beverage (910) 707-1423 Salty Turtle Beer Company (910) 803-2019 Slainte (910) 254-4774 The Brewer’s Kettle (910) 502-0333

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The Dog House (910) 547-1568 115 Cathay Rd, Wilmington www.PIDogHouse.com Wilmington Animal Healthcare (910) 791-7101 6801 Gordon Rd, Wilmington www.wilmingtonanimalhealthcare.com

CARPET CLEANING Cape Fear Cleaning Solutions (910) 790-5312 www.capefearcleaningsolutions.com Oriental Rug & Carpet Cleaning Specialists (910) 392-6112 www.orientalrugcleaningnc.com

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New Hanover County CREMATION Perkins Goodbye Hugs (910) 612-9334 6709 Netherlands Dr, Wilmington www.perkinsgoodbyehugs.com Southeastern Pet Cremation (910) 762-7525 5104 US Hwy 421 N, Wilmington www.southeasternpetcremation.com

GROOMING Ali’s K9 Clips (910) 470-6010 Dog Gone Dirty Mobile Dog Grooming (910) 262-9420 Big or small, we love them all!

FB: @DogGoneDirtyilm Pet’s Pal Inn (910) 452-2424 3417 Merchant Court, Wilmington www.petspalinn.com

Sudslingers (910) 793-2449 Von Barkee’s Dog Spa & Bakery (910) 338-1800

PET FOOD & SUPPLIES Aunt Kerry’s Pet Stop (910) 792-1311 3600 South College Rd, Wilmington www.auntkerryspetstop.com Coastal Paws Retail & Barkery (910) 612-9895 339 N. Front St, Cotton Exchange, Wilmington www.coastalpawsnc.com Kritter Couture & More Your Pets ‘Go To’ for Fashion & Fun! FB: @krittercouturenc www.krittercouturenc.com

PET SERVICES GingerSnaps Pet Services 910-447-9166 www.gingersnapspetcare.wixsite.com/book Now with GPS Tracking!

PET SITTERS Bean’s Paw Pals (609) 805-8229 Doggone on a Hike (910) 769-5482 Home Alone Pet Sitting (910) 619-1233 Established 1991 All Pets Welcome Kritter Care (910) 620-9671 www.krittercarenc.com

Pet Portraits by Greg Jeffreys 910.228.3586 www.gregjeffreyspetportraits.com

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RESTAURANTS

Snyder Pet Services (910) 604-2441 Located in Ogden www.Rover.com/Sit/SnyderPetServices

Fat Tony’s Italian Restaurant (910) 343-8881

Suite Life of Riley (312) 371-1042 Insured, Bonded & Pet CPR/First Aid Certified www.suitelifeofriley.com

Jack’s Retreat Beer Garden & Dog House (910) 274-5875 K38 Baja Grill - Oleander (910) 395-6040 K38 Baja Grill - Porters Neck (910) 686-8211 KBueno Cocina Norte (910) 821-8090 KBueno Mexi-Q Grill (910) 679-4009 Lazy Pirate (910) 458-5299 Mellow Mushroom (910) 452-3773 Poe’s Tavern (910) 509-2739 P.T.’s Olde Fashioned Grille MJ (910) 791-9969 P.T.’s Olde Fashioned Grille Military Cutoff (910) 256-8850 P.T.’s Olde Fashioned Grille Porters Neck (910) 686-6550 Sienna (910) 794-3002 South Beach Grill (910) 256-4646 Wrightsville Beach Brewery (910) 256-4938

PHOTOGRAPHY Michael Cline Photography (910) 264-8221 Wilmington, NC www.michaelclinephoto.com

PORTRAITS/ART DC Pet Portraits (201) 679-3314 200 Willard St, Wilmington www.dcpetportraits.com Pet Portraits by Greg Jeffreys (910) 228-3586 www.gregjeffreyspetportraits.com gj5699573@gmail.com

RESTAURANTS Cape Fear Seafood Company Porters Neck and Leland Locations (910) 681-1140 Carolina Ale House (910) 791-9393

Hang Ten Grill (910) 458-5959

SERVICE DOGS

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Canines for Service (910) 362-8181 221 Old Dairy Rd, Unit 1, Wilmington www.caninesforservice.org

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WELLNESS

Einstein’s Canine College (910) 515-0449 1635 Wellington Ave., Wilmington www.einsteinscanine.com Pawsitive Pup Training (910) 228-9184 Wilmington, NC www.pawsitivepuptraining.com

Jedi Oils (910) 538-9002 Essential Oils for People and their Pets www.jedioils.com

WASTE REMOVAL Wasting Time Pet Services (910) 540-0115

VETERINARIANS

WELLNESS

Animal Emergency & Trauma Hospital (910) 791-7387 50 Greenville Ave, Wilmington www.ecvetreferral.com Four Oaks Pet Hospital (910) 397-0710

Jedi Oils (910) 538-9002 Essential Oils for People and their Pets www.jedioils.com

DOG-FRIENDLY BUSINESSES Mail Room Pack & Ship (910) 799-5254

Porters Neck Veterinary Hospital (910) 686-6297 8129 Market St, Wilmington www.portersneckvets.com

Mailbox Express Landfall Center (910) 256-9999

VCA WB Animal Hospital (910) 218-1503 Wellspring Holistic Veterinary Care (910) 763-1230 Wilmington Animal Healthcare (910) 791-7101 6801 Gordon Rd, Wilmington www.wilmingtonanimalhealthcare.com

Printworks/Ship & Mail Plus (Maya) (910) 452-7777 Your Computer Friends (Gage) (910) 799-8585 3818-B Oleander Drive. Wilmington www.YourComputerFriends.com

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Papi’s Pick Papi and I swung in to the Cameron Art Museum while running an errand. Don’t know why I never noticed the outside art before but it sure grabbed our attention this time. These few photos don’t do this Papi Pick justice.

The grounds have some very interesting and simply “cool” installations that you and your buddy can enjoy together.

There’s also a lovely, and educational, Civil War Trail you can stroll along. Take the time to read the plaques, signs, stones and memorials and you might learn a little more about some of our local history. In case you come unprepared, you will find a doggy station at the ready.

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Dog Parks

Surf City Bark Park 201 Community Center Dr, Surf City

Walking Trails and Parks BURGAW Osgood Canal Greenway and Urban Trail Corner of East Ashe St and Timberly Ln, Burgaw This is a 2.2 mile loop of asphalt and concrete walking trails in and around the central portion of the town of Burgaw. There are several streets and areas throughout town that access the trail. The trail follows the Osgood Canal and offers walks through wooded areas along the canal and urban areas in the downtown area.

SURF CITY Kenneth D. Batts Family Park 911 South Topsail Drive, Surf City

Soundside Park 517 Roland Ave, Surf City

Beach Rules

Surf City: Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach year-round during all hours.

Topsail Beach: Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach year-round during all hours. They may be unleashed and under voice control October 1-May 14.

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ATTORNEY Gerber Animal Law (919) 510-6393 www.AnimalLawNC.com

BOARDING/DAY CARE Pups Play & Stay (910) 524-7877 10340 US Hwy 17 North, Wilmington www.pupsplaystay.com

CARPET CLEANING Cape Fear Cleaning Solutions (910) 790-5312 www.capefearcleaningsolutions.com Oriental Rug & Carpet Cleaning Specialists (910) 392-6112 www.orientalrugcleaningnc.com

CREMATION Perkins Goodbye Hugs (910) 612-9334 6709 Netherlands Dr, Wilmington www.perkinsgoodbyehugs.com Southeastern Pet Cremation (910) 762-7525 5104 US Hwy 421 N, Wilmington www.southeasternpetcremation.com

PET SUPPLIES Jedi Oils (910) 538-9002 Essential Oils for People and their Pets www.jedioils.com

RESTAURANTS Beach Shop and Grill (910) 328-6501 701 South Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach www.beachshopandgrill.com

RETAIL South End Outfitters (910) 541-0832 627 South Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach www.southendoutfitters.com

SERVICE DOGS Canines for Service (910) 362-8181 221 Old Dairy Rd, Unit 1, Wilmington www.caninesforservice.org

TRAINING Azalea Dog Training Club (910) 392-2040

PET SITTERS Surf Sitters Pet Care and Dog Walking (910) 431-5680 Serving Hampstead, Holly Ridge, & Surf City www.surfsitterpetcare.com

GET LISTED! Reach our dog-loving community by listing your business in the Spring Issue.

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Bullies 2 the Rescue (B2TR) Headquartered in North Carolina, with satellite offices in South Carolina, Alabama, Virginia and Maryland, B2TR's mission is to ensure the safety and well-being of English Bulldogs while also educating the public in their care.

We rehabilitate and re-home English Bulldogs that are sick, neglected, abused, or injured. Moreover, we provide a safe alternative to shelters for owners that are faced with the already difficult decision of finding a new home for their English bulldog. B2TR rescued 36 English Bulldogs our first year and since forming have rescued more than 700 dogs. The rescue has approximately 50-70 dogs in foster care at any given time.

We need DONATIONS as our Vet bills are staggering. We also need volunteers, supplies, and support for the care and treatment of the rescued English Bulldogs that we take into our organization.

Adopt, Don’t Shop! www.bullies2therescue.com We are always in need of volunteers, donations, supplies, and support!

Bullies 2 the Rescue is a 501c3 • (704) 882-1525 323 Unionville Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail, NC 28079

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We rescue English Bulldogs regardless of medical condition and as foster homes become available. Veterinary care is our biggest ongoing expense, even after our veterinary care providers extend rescue discounts.

We are an application ONLY rescue. We do not have adoption days although we will finalize adoptions at our events. ENGLISH BULLDOGS are very high maintenance creatures and require prior knowledge of their daily care and potential expenses of ownership. We strive to place our dogs in “Furever homes� that will be able to meet those needs and have the means to provide medical care in the future. Our adopters must be completely prepared and aware of what ENGLISH BULLDOG ownership entails BEFORE both parties agree to an adoption.

We do have a private shelter called the BUNGALOW but most of our dogs are fostered in private homes. (Please note that the Bungalow does not allow visitors or volunteers.) The rescued bulldogs are reacclimated to family life and their temperament is assessed. After a brief foster period (minimum of 2 weeks) recommendations for placement are made based on information provided by our foster families. Foster families also give input throughout the adoption process.

Volunteers are needed all the time. If you live in the areas we cover (NC, SC, AL and VA) and want to be a part of a great organization please contact us. There are many ways you can help. We are always in need of foster homes. If you have always wanted an ENGLISH BULLDOG but have no ENGLISH BULLDOG experience, fostering for B2TR would be the perfect initiation to the breed. We provide all vet care, you provide the food and TLC. If you love English Bulldogs and want to be a part of a great organization please contact us. There are many ways you can help.

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Pender County Pender County

Papi’s Pick

Penderosa Rescue & Sanctuary 252 Lamb Rd, Willard, NC 28478 (910) 279-1668 penderosarescueandsanctuary@gmail.com

Papi was up for something a little different for this issue so when I met the folks from Penderosa at Monty’s Home Expo this February we had a perfect fit!

Rosie, a 9 yro female mini horse used previously as a therapy pony and her pasture mate Knight, a 7 yro gelding mini aren’t as interested in Papi as he is with them.

Max & Star, 20 yo wild BLM mustangs

Though not specifically a dog rescue, they do welcome well behaved dogs to their sanctuary to meet and greet the various rescued animals that are there.

Call or email to let Kay and Mike know you’re interested in visting

Chex, an 18 yro professional reining quarter horse that had to leave the professional circuit when he contracted a neurological disease called equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) with local Pender County boy, Buck a 29 yo Appaloosa

Bucky, the boxer & BOSS of the farm with Wilkie, 1 yo Hereford Steer and Chex

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End result: one tuckered pup!

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For Homeless Animals Transforming Animal Lives From Homeless to Homes

Heidi’s Hope For Homeless Animals, Inc. is a North Carolina 501(c)3 nonprofit organization who helps save lives of homeless dogs and cats in our community. We are committed to working towards a time when all dogs and cats have a home. Heidi’s Hope For Homeless Animals, Inc.: transforming animal lives from homeless to homes, one dog/cat at a time.

Heidi Arnold was an adorable Cocker-Spaniel Pomeranian mix who was by her Mom’s side almost every day for over 17 years. Heidi was always a happy dog who sported a never-ending tail wag!

Heidi was a sports dog who loved kayaking and playing soccer . To honor Heidi, her mom, Trish, founded Heidi’s Hope to continue Heidi’s goal of helping homeless and abused dogs and cats.

Heidi will forever be greatly missed, but her life will forever be a legacy of love for thousands of dogs and cats in desperate need...

Heidi would want it that way.

www.heidishopeforhomelessanimals.com

PET F D DRIVE

Heidi's Hope For Homeless Animals, Inc.

Please bring donation items to:

ongoing pet donations are donated to animal rescue groups; community outreach ministries and food pantries to help dogs and cats in desperate need, since 2014

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Woof Gang Bakery 1930 Eastwood Rd #108 Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 256-5557

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The Bow Wow Luau and the Cat’s Meow TheBowWowLuau.com brings you an animal rescue FUN-raiser event that raises awareness and financial support to benefit animal rescue groups in our community. It is a Night of Hope for animals in desperate need of our help.

Since its founding ten years ago, this event has raised and donated $68,000.00 with proceeds benefitting homeless and abused dogs and cats in our community, including: o Adopt An Angel o All4Cats o Coastal Canine Rescue o Friends of Felines o Monty’s Home o Paws Place o New Hanover Animal Services

Pets who were adopted at Woofstock 2019.

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Heidi’s Hopehas been a huge help to our community during Hurricane Florence and Dorian by coordinating donations to local animal rescue groups and to Pet Food Pantry of Eastern NC in Greenville. In addition, they have filled two tractor trailers of pet donation drives to help the Hurricane pet victims of both Hurricane Irma (delivered to Florida and then to Puerto Rico).

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The Ruff Crowd

Dougal

Skyler, 9

Pecos & August

Olive, 10

Chaka Khan. 14

Beckham, 13

Banks, 2, Nash 8

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Want to see your pup in the next issue?

Send your pictures to mydog@rufflifemagazine.com.

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Pet Portraits by Greg Jeffre 910.228.3586

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Zoey & Ginger Olivia Gasquet Jones, 2

Winnie Oakley Arwen, 12

Buddy, 8

Winston Churchill, 11

Nika, 5

Max, 11

Winston Churchill was an English Bulldog who loved food, sleep, clearing a room with his flatulence, and most of all, people. In 2016 Winston was diagnosed with a tumor on his spinal cord, too close to his heart to risk surgery. Winston was a fighter who took to the streets in his wheelchair like a champ. He was always quick to greet his neighbors and other pups with a little hustle in his step. Sadly, this August, he left us but we can all learn from his resilience and big heart. As his owner put it “If I learned anything from Winston, it is to love everyone the second you meet them, without waiver, and watch them love you back instantly. “

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Daycare • Boarding • Grooming • Bathing Family Owned & Operated Since 2003 Quality Care at Affordable Prices Highest Degree of Sanitation & Cleanliness Personalized play and social groups Spacious dog & cat accommodations 5 separate play yards w/ dogs grouped by size/age/temperament Supervised exercise & socializing 3x daily (no extra cost) Trained & attentive staff in a peaceful & soothing atmosphere

(910) 452-2424

www.Petspalinn.com 3417 Merchant Court, North Chase Convenient to I-40 & Area Beaches

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Specializing in “Goodbye Hugs and Belly Rubs!”

Pet Cremation Urn Selection Memorial Jewelry Pick-up Available Providing cremation services for veterinary hospitals, animal emergency clinics, and individual pet owners.

www.perkinsgoodbyehugs.com

Landfall Center 1319 Military Cutoff Rd Ste C Wilmington, NC 28405 2316 South 17th Street, Suite 140 Wilmington, NC 28401