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Ask The Vet

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Training Your Pet Treadmill Training for Dogs?

Guilford County Animal Shelter Cute and Cuddly: An Inside Look at Puppy Mill Dogs!

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in this issue. . .

8 G uilford County Animal Shelter 40 C alendar of Events Cute and Cuddly: An Inside Look at Upcoming April Events Puppy Mill Dogs!

42 Success Story 13 Ask the Vet Raylan’s Story Why All the Fuss About Blood Work?

38 T raining Tips Treadmill Training for Dogs?

ANIMAL SHELTERS & RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS 10 T he Animal Rescue & Foster Program

24 AARF (Winston-Salem)

12 Feral Cat Assistance Program

26 Animal Control of Forsyth County

14-15 Guilford County Animal Shelter

28 Forsyth Humane Society

16 Loving Pet Inn Adoptions

30 Burlington Pet Adoption Center

18 NC Cat Adoption Team

32 Humane Society of Alamance County

20 Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue Network

34, 36 & 37 Breed Specific & Various Local Rescue Groups

22 SPCA of the Triad

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ON THE COVER: Duncan is a 5 month old English Bulldog from a suspected puppy mill. He has a very fun loving personality. As a mature male, he could weigh between 55-60 pounds. English Bulldogs do not need a lot of physical exercise, so they are well-suited for living in apartments and other urban environments. If you are interested in seeing any of the dogs rescued from this facility, please contact the Guilford County Animal Shelter at 336.297.5020 or go online at: www.adoptshelterpets.org.

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Cover Story

Cute and Cuddly: An Inside Look at Puppy Mill Dogs

By Marsha Williams

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ow do I begin, so many stories to be told, so many animals suffering due to neglect, so many living a life of pain and sadness. So many dogs that cannot help themselves, who have no voice, who cannot change their situations. Prisoners in filthy housing with no escape, teeth rotting, skin itching, thirsty, hungry, and longing for attention. Noise and stench everywhere! Their eyes are burning, running, itching, causing them pain. Are they going blind, how do they cope, does anyone care? Close your eyes and imagine living in these conditions. Imagine your family living and suffering like this, only to produce babies so that someone can make money. At least the puppies will escape the horror of living in these conditions. But will they escape the problems associated from lack of medical treatment and genetic issues from parents who should not be producing litters?

Daily, the Guilford County Animal Shelter receives dogs into the shelter with various illnesses because the owners cannot afford to take care of them. More than a few of these animals have been used to breed puppies for profit, bringing in hundreds of dollars, yet

Another shot of the filthy conditions inside a local puppy mill.

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their families will not put some of those hundreds into giving them basic medical treatment. Some come in with no vaccination history, unsocialized, and cannot even Cramped, filthy quarters at a local puppy mill. walk on a leash because they amount of time you will need to devote to have not been treated as family companions, these wonderful dogs. Everyone in the family but instead as reproduction machines. These will have to be committed to the task, so these are the lucky ones. At least they were not adult dogs and puppies adjust well and become crammed in cages living in filth with no food happy healthy companions. or water. They did live in a home or back yard Educating yourself about the dogs’ history where they could run and play and get fresh is useful when helping them adjust to your air. When they became sick they were taken new home. They have spent all of their time in to the Guilford County Animal Shelter where they were able to get the treatment they needed. a kennel where they had no other alternative but to urinate and defecate in it; therefore they They found new homes where they will live the life of a family pet and no longer produce litters learned to lie in their own waste, because their space was not maintained to give them a clean while they suffer with pain and illness. surface to sleep on.

Then there are the others, those who have no An unsocialized dog may hide under a couch way out, those who share their small kennels or table for a few days, only coming out to eat with many other dogs, puppies and rodents, and drink when no one is around. Remember, those who have owners that have more animals the more patient and gentle you are, the faster than they could possibly care for even on a good day. These dogs never experience running, your puppy mill dog will come around. Give them a dog crate and cover it with a blanket playing, being groomed, going for a walk, or so they will feel safe. Consider using a plastic simply playing with a toy. They live with a crate for a more fearful dog. If you need to take lifetime of pain and suffering. The Guilford them out of the crate, you can simply remove County Animal Shelter is one of the placement partners with the Humane Society of the United the top of the crate instead of pulling them out through the door. A kitchen, bathroom or States, and as a result we receive hundreds of laundry room works well if the dog is more dogs and cats from suspected puppy mills on a fearful. Use a baby gate to keep them in the regular basis. Our staff experiences the horror area. Put an open crate, food and water on one of some of the conditions these animals are side of the room and some newspaper or a few living in. We witness firsthand the neglect that puppy pads on the other. Be prepared if the these dogs and cats have been dealing with for dog urinates or defecates on the floor, make years. We socialize them, provide the medical sure the area has a surface that can be easily treatment they need, nurture them and place cleaned. Also make sure the dog has something them into responsible homes. to chew on. When they were in the puppy mill, Many see them as CUTE and CUDDLY they were accustomed to chewing on the walls, and want to give them a forever home. But feeding dishes, kennels or licking the cages before you consider adopting a dog from due to boredom and frustration. When they situations like these, do your research, know are not in the crate, it’s a good idea to attach a what you and your family should expect. Be lightweight leash to their harness and let them prepared, emotionally, financially and for the

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Cover Story drag it around the house. This will also make it easier to get them out from under furniture if they use that as an area to hide. Letting the dog drag a leash will also help them get used to the feel of the leash when it’s attached to their harness, which may make on-leash walks easier. This is also a useful method to get them used to noises. When you are watching television or taking a short nap on the couch, let the dog sleep in his crate next to you. This will help him get used to your presence and bond with you while you both relax. It also works well at night beside your bed, if you want the dog in your bedroom with you while you sleep.

Puppy mill dogs are usually housed with other dogs all day and night. They often trust new dogs before they trust new people. So if you already have a friendly, outgoing dog, they will be a great comfort to your rescue dog, as well as a role model. After their first introduction, make sure that your dogs have opportunities to spend time together. If you have friends or family with an outgoing, welladjusted dog, create opportunities for them to spend time together. Before you know it, your new dog will bond strongly to you and your family. Older puppy mill dogs may take longer to become less fearful.

Puppy mill dogs usually do not have an opportunity to interact with people and have not been exposed to sights, sounds or experiences which can develop into socialization issues. When you bring a dog into your home with no socialization skills they will be afraid of everything and everyone. This is a new experience for a dog from a puppy mill.

They have no idea that a world outside of a

kennel even exists. Your home could be a very strange and scary place—eliminating outside, wearing a collar and leash, going on walks and meeting strangers will all be new and stressful experiences. Older dogs whose habits are wellformed may have a hard time getting used to people and changing some of their unpleasant behaviors. You and your family will need to calmly and patiently assure them that the world is not such a scary place and that you and others are worthy of their trust. You will need to take things slow and go at the dog’s pace. Soon you will reap the rewards of watching your shy dog overcome his fears.

When you bring new people into your home, ask them not to give a greeting that includes a direct gaze, leaning over, or reaching with hands, as this is actually quite threatening to a dog. Instead, have guests sit or crouch, avoid eye contact and just let the dog approach on his own when he is feeling comfortable. If your guests do not feel comfortable crouching or sitting ask them to just walk and talk as normal and avoid contact with the dog in any way. Wait until the dog approaches them and then give affection.

One great way to get to know a dog from a puppy mill situation is to sit on the floor while reading a book and scatter treats all around you. This way, the dog can approach as much as he likes and is repeatedly rewarded for his bravery. When the dog will readily take treats from your hand, you can try giving a gentle scratch on his chest and, if your dog still seems at ease, work up to scratching under his collar.

If your dog shrinks away from something he encounters, try associating that thing with a favorite treat or toy, over and over, until he

is no longer scared. Consult a trainer for more specific methods of training for each individual issue. You can do the same thing if the dog is afraid of strangers, with treats coming from you at first. With consistent training your dog will begin to associate the treats with the encounter that he is afraid of, and eventually overcome his fears.

Consider enrolling your dog in a group training class when you think your dog is ready.

Agility training and obedience classes that use positive training techniques may help build your dog’s confidence.

Before adopting a dog from the shelter that has come from a suspected puppy mill situation, please do lots of research and talk with your family and make sure this is the right dog for you. The Guilford County Animal Shelter provides adoption counseling and a puppy mill waiver to inform adopters about the issues involved in adopting dogs from these situations. Still some of the dogs are returned because they have ongoing medical issues, are not housebroken, will not look at their new family, hide from the family, scared of children and noises, or do not walk on a leash. Most of these issues can be resolved with a little patience and consistent training. The medical needs are unavoidable, so make sure you are prepared financially to handle the cost before you adopt and you will have a dog that will bring unconditional love and joy to your home for their lifetime.

Cover photo and the four photos below are courtesy of Whiskertales Pet Portraits (www.whiskertales.net), a Division of Ken Sykes Photography.

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This little guy needed a name so we turned to our Facebook friends who submitted over 75 names for us to choose from. The winning name was Tuck so..... meet our little TUCK! Tuck’s mother was a Pitty mix and dad was a one night stand. Tuck was born on 1/26/12 and is about the cutest little bully dog ever! He has already been started on his crate and house training. Tuck has done very well with his schedule since being weaned. He is very people oriented and is currently living with other dogs and a cat in his foster home. Tuck is a quiet little guy, and with continued structure, will be a wonderful addition to any home. Tuck will be knee high when he is full grown! Come meet our little Tuck today!

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Meet Kirby! This good looking little guy is one of ARFPs newest fosters! He and his siblings were removed from their home because their owner wasn’t taking care of them. Now, Kirby has started interviewing for his forever family. He’s asking that his new home have lots of toys and for his new owners to have plenty of time to spend with him. Kirby was born on 12/1/11. We think he and his siblings are part Boxer and Beagle and maybe part something else too. He is working on house and crate training in his foster home.

He is up-to-date on routine vaccinations and has been neutered.

Born on 3/23/11, Loki is sometimes referred to as the goodwill ambassador of our adoption center. He LOVES other cats.

Loki is happiest jumping and running after balls or chasing a laser light. He is capable of entertaining himself for hours. Loki really wants to be with people and would also gladly sit in your lap all day while you watch tv or surf the internet.

Loki loves belly rubs and chins scratches. Loki is a gentleman, a flirt, and an all round good companion. His first birthday is right around the corner and you guessed it! A forever home is at the top of his list!

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Ezra.

This handsome sleek, red coated boy is Ezra. Ezra is a happy clown of a puppy. He just exudes love and good feelings.

He is a people person. He forms a fast attachment and wants a home of his own to take care of and be safe in. The name Ezra means to help or support and I think this boy will happily fulfill those duties. Ezra is believed to be a Plott Hound Beagle mix. He can’t help it that hunting is bred in his nature. The best home for Ez would be an active one with a fenced yard. Ignored hound mixes can get in trouble so remember to keep him active. Couch potatoes need not apply. He would make a great jogging partner. Ezra was born 11/29/11.

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Rylee

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She loves laps, long naps in the sun, and her own toys, although she will share very nicely when asked to. Would you like to give this sweet girl a home? Contact ARFP to learn more!

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Jack is 8 months old and yes he only has one eye. When Jack was a baby he probably had an infection and his eye was severely damaged, but that doesn’t bother this playful and affectionate lap cat. He is tiny for his age and will probably always be very small. Lots of love in a small package!

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Raja just celebrated his 2nd birthday. Don’t let this boy fool you into thinking he is all white because he has a black tail hiding under him.

Raja is a cuddly, all around wonderful boy just waiting to meet his forever family.

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Dr. John Carr, a University of Tennessee graduate, has practiced in Greensboro since 1988. Prior to merging with Brassfield Animal Hospital in 2010, he owned and operated Carr Veterinary Hospital.

Why All the Fuss About Bloodwork?

“Get me a CBC, chem seven, TP and ‘crit stat’!” If you watch popular television programs like Gray’s Anatomy, Private Practice or Animal ER, this may sound familiar. But what does it mean and what does it matter to you as a pet owner? These words refer to important blood tests that are performed by doctors to determine the health of their patients. You may have recently been asked to have wellness or pre-surgical blood tests performed on your pet. You probably wonder why they matter and what information does it provide to your pet’s doctor. These tests provide valuable insight into the well being of your pet and help veterinarians make informed decisions that increase our understanding of your pet’s health. Whether for an annual check-up or prior to a surgical procedure, bloodwork is beneficial for interpreting animals’ health since they cannot tell us if something has changed in their lives. We rely on you, the pet owner, to be observant regarding your beloved four-legged friends water intake, elimination habits, food intake and energy level. For some people this information is readily available, but in many busy households or for outdoor pets, this information is not easily determined.

Veterinarians can determine a lot about a patient’s general health from a thorough physical examination and history. But we can not see if the internal organs are performing properly. The blood tests that we tailor to your pet’s age, state of health and past history provide additional information we can use to create specific health plans to keep your loved one around as long as possible and keep them healthy. Just like with people, the earlier we can find a problem, the more likely we will be in treating or managing that problem. And since our patients age at a rate of five to seven times faster than we do, annual blood tests are even more important. If you had a family member in the hospital, and your doctor recommended blood tests, when would you not want to do everything possible for them? That is the same for veterinary patients and many of the same tests are just as important.

Let’s look at some of the common blood tests to see what we can learn: CBC (Complete Blood Count) - This test examines the cells in the blood stream. Blood is made up of liquid (plasma) and cells. The various blood cells have different jobs. Red blood cells carry oxygen throughout the body. White blood cells help the body fight infection.

Platelets control bleeding by forming clots. Changes in the cell counts can indicate anemia, infections, bleeding disorders, dehydration and the ability of the body to fight infections. Blood chemistries evaluate various internal organs such as the liver, kidneys, pancreas, heart and lungs. Early changes in these blood values may occur before your pet shows symptoms of disease. Also evaluating liver and kidney values are important before surgery since most anesthetics are broken down by the liver and removed from the body by the kidneys.

BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen) - Used to check kidney function. High levels relate to decreased kidney function. Low levels can be related to some types of liver disease.

Creatinine - also related to kidney function. Tends to be a more sensitive measure to kidney disease.

PHOS (phosphorous) - Elevated levels relate to kidney disease, mobilization of bone stores, bleeding disorders or hyperthyroidism.

ALT (Alanine aminotransferase) - A liver enzyme found in the liver cells. Elevated values related to active liver damage, cell leakage. It does explain the cause.

AST (aspartate aminotransferase) - increases relate to liver disease, heart or muscle damage.

SAP (Serum alkaline phosphatase) - increases can be related to liver damage, active bone growth in young animals, adrenal gland disease or in response to anti-inflammatory or seizure control drugs.

TBili (total bilirubin) - increases relate to liver or gallbladder disease or destruction of red blood cells.

GLU (glucose) - is a blood sugar. Used to test for diabetes mellitus, hypoglycemia or septicemia.

ALB (albumin) - small molecular weight blood protein. Used to test for hydration, kidney disease, digestive problems, and liver or kidney problems.

GLOB (globulin) - a blood protein that can increase with chronic inflammation and other diseases.

CHOL (cholesterol) - used to aid in diagnosis of hypothyroidism, liver disease, Cushing’s disease and diabetes mellitus.

AMY (amylase) - a digestive enzyme when elevated can be a sign of pancreatitis or kidney disease LIP (lipase) - elevated levels are associated with pancreatitis.

Electrolytes - levels can vary with vomiting, diarrhea, Addison’s disease, or other metabolic diseases.

HCT (hematocrit) - measures the percentage of cells in a volume of blood. Mostly made up of red blood cells, so a quick test for anemia.

TP (total proteins) - indicates hydration level and provides additional information about the liver, kidneys and infectious diseases.

So the next time you are told that your pet needs blood work done, you will hopefully better understand the purpose. If you have additional questions, please visit your local veterinary hospital. Many hospitals are able to perform these tests on site, giving you information the same day.

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Guilford County Animal Shelter Most of the adult cats are temporarily $20!

336.297.5020 www.adoptshelterpets.org

Lola is a beautiful, sweet 11 month old Labrador mix. She is affectionate and friendly and has already been spayed, so she is ready to go home with you today.

You can meet Lola at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for her by ID 14196096. n

Lucy is a beautiful 5-½ year old cat that loves to play. She will soon be spayed, and can’t wait to meet her new family.

You can meet Lucy at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for her by ID 14480737. n

Rosco is a charming 2-½ year old Plott Hound mix. He is very playful and will keep you entertained. Rosco has already been neutered, so he’s ready to meet his new family. Are you looking for a guy like Rosco to spend some time with?

You can meet Rosco at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for him by ID 9749251. n

Sunny is an adorable 6 year old cat. She is affectionate and likes to be the center of attention.

Sunny will be spayed before she joins your family. Can you offer Sunny the loving home she is looking for?

Come meet Sunny at the Guilford County Animal Shelter.

Ask for her by ID 14399265. n

Ace is such

Snow White

a gentle and cute Labrador Retriever mix.

He is 2 years, 10 months old, and was previously neutered. Ace is looking forward to finding his new home. Can you open up your heart and

is a beautiful medium haired female cat.

She is 3 years old, and loves to be petted. Snow White is medium sized, and will be spayed before she joins your family.

Can you help her live happily ever after?

You can meet Snow White at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for her by ID 14414680. n

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home and make Ace your newest family member?

You can meet Ace at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for him by ID 14511469. n

Guilford County Animal Shelter Most of the adult cats are temporarily $20!

336.297.5020 www.adoptshelterpets.org

Janie is an adorable 1 year old Labrador mix. She loves attention and will soon be spayed. Bring this darling girl home with you and you will be the winner!

Phoenix is a handsome male cat. He is 3 years old, and has already been neutered. He loves to cuddle, and can’t wait to meet you.

You can meet Janie at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for her by ID 13866149. n

You can meet Phoenix at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for him by ID 13455036. n

Electra is an adorable Labrador mix. She is 1-½ years old, loves to run, and enjoys squeaky toys.

Electra has already been spayed, so she’s ready to go to her forever home today. Can you give this girl the home she deserves?

Aliyan is a handsome 4 year old cat. He is a big boy, and will soon be neutered, as part of his adoption fee, before he comes home with you. Can you offer Aliyan a loving home?

You can meet Aliyan at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for him by ID 14802547. n

You can meet Electra at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for her by ID 14215514. n

Preston is a

Austin

cute Hound mix.

He is only 1 year old, and absolutely loves attention.

Preston will soon be neutered as part of his adoption fee and hopes to have a forever family soon.

is a handsome Labrador mix.

He is a large dog and is only 1-½ years old. Austin has already been neutered and is hoping to find his forever home soon. Can you give Austin the home he is searching for?

You can meet Preston at the Guilford County Animal Shelter.

Ask for him by ID 14930816. n

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Loving Pet Inn Adoptions Please call to adopt us!

Beauty is an

336.393.0000 www.lovingpetinnadoptions.org

Annie.

amazing young girl of 18 months who is every bit an elegant lady. She’s a quiet, submissive, peaceful girl who enjoys the companionship of other sweet dogs.

She’s affectionate and enjoys attention but is not demanding at all. She’s a good traveler, good on the leash, wonderfully housetrained and is so well behaved in the house. She’s shy initially but bonds easily with kind people she trusts. She’s 69 graceful pounds.

Two year old Annie is super sweet and loving, a truly peaceful girl who will bring serenity to your life. She gives affection freely and loves being loved on and snuggled. Annie is calm and friendly with strangers, quiet in her crate, comes when she’s called and just wants to be a good girl. She’s also very good with other dogs. She is FABULOUS and has such a very special personality that you don’t want to miss this one!

Beauty’s adoption donation is $100. Call Loving Pet Inn Adoptions at 393-0000 to give her a loving home. n

Annie’s adoption donation is $100. Call Loving Pet Inn Adoptions at 393-0000 to give her a loving home. n

Gibbs is an

Roxy is a de-

adorable little 10 lb.

Cairn mix youngster.

He absolutely loves attention and being held and likes to give kisses while snuggling, so affectionate!.

He’s a playful, happy fellow who enjoys playing with toys and sweet female dogs.

Gibbs enjoys car rides and meeting new people at places such as pet stores. He’s smart, knows sit and stay and walks nicely on a leash.

lightful girl! She’s a happy, sociable sweetie who loves to give and receive affection and bonds easily. She’s good with other dogs, just peacefully and politely mingles. She’s a pretty easy-going girl who loves lounging in soft beds and burrowing under her blankies. She’s 12 pounds of lovable doxie, such a dear!

She’s 10 years young, healthy, happy, housetrained & full of life.

Gibbs’ adoption donation is $100. Call Loving Pet Inn Adoptions at 393-0000 to give him a loving home. n

Roxy’s adoption donation is $100. Call Loving Pet Inn Adoptions at 393-0000 to give her a loving home. n

Serena.

Tiny 6 year old Serena spent the first part of her life making beautiful silvery puppies for a backyard breeder. A social life is new to her so she’s shy but also very snuggly and affectionate. She’s calm and sweet and can cuddle wonderfully for hours on end. She adores cuddling and playing with other sweet dogs, too. Because she’s still learning to be brave and sociable, she’d be best in a calm household without little kids.

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Tyra is a petite youngster who is very charming and sociable. She’s friendly with strangers and other cats. She is super sweet and affectionate, enjoying petting and attention.

What she really loves is when you play with her; she loves toys and is such a fun little girl! Tyra is an easy-going kitty who is happy to share the good things in life with other people and cats. She will be a wonderful family cat.

Tyra’s adoption donation is $100.

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It’s Time!

Vacation P lans?

Are your dogs ready for their spring flings and summer travel?

Your Pets Can Stay While You’re Away!

For high-risk exposure of pets who travel out of state or romp in parks, make sure they are protected against Canine Influenza and the four common strains of Leptospirosis. Canine Influenza is a highly contagious viral infection which can cause fatal pneumonia in 8% of infected dogs. Leptospirosis is a serious bacteria which often causes fatal liver and kidney failure.

First-time vaccinates should receive two injections two to four weeks apart, followed by annual boosters.

Protect your jet set pets if they are at risk for these preventable diseases.

University Animal Hospital of Greensboro, LLC

In-Home Care for Your Pets feed, walk & love your pets • put trash out • bring in mail small grocery pickup • no extra charge for multiple pets

• CHRISTINE E. HUNT, DVM • CATHERINE M. MARKIJOHN, DVM 1607-B W. Friendly Ave. • Greensboro • 279-1003 (at Westover Terrace ext. behind credit union) www.DrChristineHunt.com

All services are provided by Cathy, Owner Insured & bonded • References available

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NC Cat Adoption Team

Please contact NC Adoption Team via website to find out more about us!

Angel Face.

Apollo

Our little Angel Face walks like an angel, talks like an angel, looks like an angel, but don’t let her fool you-she is a Calico, through and through! Just when you think she is being all sweet and loving, she will hide around a corner and pounce on you when you walk by. She looks like an angel, but she is a prankster in disguise!

is a friendly Maine Coon mix with classic orange tabby markings. He is named for the god of light and sun from ancient Greek mythology, and you will find that he will bring plenty of sunshine into your life. Who wouldn’t want a gorgeous Greek god to keep them company?

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Contact us by email at cats@nccat.net or visit www.nccat.net. n

Gracie

Cossack

is a beautiful cat with her long silky fur in dove grey and white. She is very people oriented and is content to sit on a lap and be petted. She has a playful side to her but prefers loving and cuddling to jumping and rough housing--she’s all girl. Like her name, she’s very graceful--would you like a little Grace in your life?

is a big and burly Russian Blue mix cat with very big feet because he has extra toes on all four! Despite his size, he is a gentle giant and only wants to make love, not war, unlike his namesake. Take this boy home and he will wrap his enormous paws around your neck and give you huge amounts of love.

Contact us by email at cats@nccat.net or visit www.nccat.net.

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Bandita

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Tino

will steal your heart with her good looks and charm. Glittering gold eyes peek out at you from a black face mask reminding you of a female Zorro.

Intense orange and black spots dance on a white background of long silky fur. This little girl will run to greet you when you come into the room. Won’t you scoop her up and take her home?

is a handsome grey tabby Maine Coon mix with a gentleman’s manner. He seems reserved at first, but soon he will cozy up to you for a little petting and chin scratching. After that, he will follow you everywhere! His tail is so bushy you could use it as a “feather” duster. Hmm…with a little training, perhaps Tino will come clean your house!

Contact us by email at cats@nccat.net or visit www.nccat.net.n

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Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue Network

www.reddogfarm.com

Please contact Red Dog Farm via website to find out how to adopt us!

Shakespeare - and his sister

Regan - came to Red

Juliet came to Red Dog Farm after his owner lost his home in a major fire.

Shakespeare is quite the lover and makes friends with everyone. Shakespeare is a more adventurous cat and enjoys exploring the house and socializing with his foster family. Shakespeare would love to find his new muse so he can get started on his next play. He would be happier being an indoor/outdoor kitty. He loves to sunbathe and explore the world too much to be cooped up all day long. He would love a kitty door to allow him free access back and forth or at least a porch to lay about when he wants to go outside. If he lived in a safe environment he wouldn’t mind being outside all the time especially if there are any butterflies to chase!

Dog Farm after being found wandering the streets of Greensboro. She is a sweet girl who would rather be in your lap snuggling than anywhere else. Regan is a well-behaved girl her who needs some “finishing school” manners. Regan gets along with other dogs, cats and people. She is house-trained and crate-trained. She has been spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated.

If you are interested in adopting Shakespeare, please visit our website at www.reddogfarm.com. n

If you are interested in adopting Regan, please visit our website at www.reddogfarm.com. n

Chestnut & Mischief - came

Biscuit & Gravy were found abandoned in a local neighborhood. Fortunately for them, a nice young lady took them in and contacted Red Dog Farm.

Both girls are very intelligent and aim to please. They are simply great puppies. Both Biscuit and Gravy are already starting to learn their basic manners and would do well with any family, large or small, willing to continue working with them. You couldn’t ask for two bigger love bugs. Both dogs have been spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.

to us together and are very bonded, so we’d like to keep them together. They have been vaccinated and are adoptable. Chestnut (brown) is very social and will let you pet her. She has grown a beautiful long winter coat and must be an angora mix and she is wooly almost like a sheep. Mischief is still a bit timid but will come up for treats. They now are sharing their pasture with Basil and Clover (two of our other adoptable goats) and they all get along very well. They would make a great herd of four or two herds of two.

If you are interested in adopting Biscuit or Gravy, please visit our website at www.reddogfarm.com. n

If you are interested in adopting Chestnut and Mischief, please visit our website at www.reddogfarm.com. n

Destiny

Dutchess

– is a 15 year old Appaloosa who came to us with Venus (another adoptable horse) as referrals from animal control from a situation of horrible neglect. The third mare who was with them was too weak to stand and had to be euthanized on the scene. It is truly unbelievable to us that horses are in such awful situations right here in Guilford County. These girls are very thin but should make a full recovery. Our veterinarian has now examined Destiny, floated her teeth and given her vaccines. He estimates her to be 15 years old. Destiny has very nice ground manners and stood beautifully for vaccines. Once she gains weight, we will test her under saddle. We expect her to do well based on her ground manners.

- is an 8 year old Tennessee Walking Horse mare who came to us as a referral from animal control. She is a sweet, social girl who loves human affection. For someone with the experience to work with her, she will make an absolutely fabulous horse.

Our veterinarian examined Dutchess, gave her all of her vaccines, floated her teeth and gave her a clean bill of health. She has also had her feet trimmed.

She was a tad thin but not terrible, so we’ll have her up to a perfect body score in no time. One of our volunteers test rode Dutchess and though she was a good girl, it was obvious that she was nervous. So, he will be working on ground work with her for now to develop more confidence before we restart her under saddle.

If you are interested in adopting Destiny, please visit our website at www.reddogfarm.com. n

If you are interested in adopting Dutchess, please visit our website at www.reddogfarm.com. n

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Have your folks drop you off.

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Yogurt for people has enormous health benefits, but you may not realize yogurt is just as beneficial for dogs! Reports indicate improved digestion and other bodily functions, plus helps clear-up yeast infections in dogs. Feeney’s offers fro-yo doggie bowl treats for $1.00 and dogs love them! For more information: http://isabellasnow. hubpages.com/hub/Probiotic-Yogurt-for-Dogs

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SPCA of the Triad Please call to adopt us!

Aurora

Chance

is a 4 year old mamma dog who has never known anything but reproducing. She just recently stopped nursing the last litter of her life, and her outlook has been much improved since her spay. Aurora is sweet, loyal and very gentle on walks. She loves to sit by your side, and hopes to find someone who will let her sleep in their bed.

is a very handsome 3 year old Corgi/ Sheltie. He is friendly with other animals and very well behaved around people of all ages. Chance would make such an excellent family dog, however he does need some training with basic commands. He is currently housebroken and learning “sit”.

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Call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 to adopt Chance. n

Curry

is a one year old Basset/Pit Bull Terrier.

This little girl is as goofy as she is sweet. She loves to cuddle; it’s her favorite thing in the whole world!

She gives kisses, hugs and will follow you to the ends of the earth. Curry gets along great with other dogs and likes to meet new kitties. She loves little kids, and as a 28 pound girl, she’s just the right size for a family dog.

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Zoe.

Sweet Zoe is a pretty young adult looking for her forever home.

She is affectionate, friendly and ready to go home today!

Please go visit her at the Petsmart in High Point on Eastchester Dr. She will win you over in no time.

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Laverne & Shirley.

These two puppies are about as cute as they come. They are golden retriever/boxer mixes. The one girl also looks a bit like a bull dog. They love to play and run around outside. They don’t need to go home together because they attach quickly with others. They are both learning crate training and have been doing very well.

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Sassy is a very precious 7 month old kitty and has known nothing in her short life besides the SPCA. Sassy is so sweet and affectionate and she loves other animals and all people. Please come meet Sassy and show her there is more to the world than our shelter.

Her adoption fee has been sponsored and is only $50.

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Animal Adoption & Rescue Foundation (W/S) Please call to adopt us!

336.768.7387 www.aarfanimals.org

Princess Peach.

Tony.

I am an adorable silver tabby male kitten. My birthday is around December 6th. I am affectionate, sweet, and very playful. One of my favorite “toys” is an empty box where I hide so I can jump out and scare my foster sibs. I have been around dogs and little children. I just love everybody.

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Millie.

How can you resist to this little face?! Precious Millie was trapped from a local colony but there is nothing feral about this sweetheart. Millie loves being petted and is so excited when she’s getting attention that she can’t hold still! But give her a few minutes and some quiet time and she’ll be out like a light at your side. She doesn’t mind being held, is social, and has wonderfully soft fluffy fur. She was born approximately September 2011, has been spayed and is up-to-date on shots.

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Bailey.

Say hello to Bailey! She is a two year old boxer/lab mix, weighing approximately 55 lbs. Bailey was found abandoned and pregnant and gave birth to eleven puppies just a few days after being rescued. Most of her puppies have gone on to find their forever homes, and now Bailey is ready to find hers. If you can give Bailey the loving home that she deserves, please come visit her at an AARF Adoption Fair!

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I am a “tortie tabby” -- aka “torbie” -female, about a year old. I was living with some outdoor cats but was getting beat-up by the other cats on a pretty regular basis. Now I’m indoors and safe, but really want a forever home. Come visit me at the AARF House during adoption fairs.

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Abby.

Meet Abby! She’s a one year old black lab mix who loves life! Abby is fully grown at approximately 60 lbs. She is extremely friendly and loves people and other dogs. She also loves the water! Abby can’t wait to find a home and a family of her own and would do well with a moderately active family. If you think that Abby is your girl, please come visit her at an AARF Adoption Fair.

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Cooper.

Introducing Cooper! He is a one year old lab/pit mix who loves everyone he meets. Cooper is great with people and loves to play with other dogs. He weighs approximately 60 lbs and is fully grown. Cooper would do well with an active person or family – he loves to walk, run, hike, you name it! If you can provide Cooper with a loving home and an active lifestyle, please stop by AARF to say hello to him!

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Animal Control of Forsyth County Please call to adopt us!

336.703.3647 www.co.forsyth.nc.us/animalcontrol

Dogs come with free training classes! Contact Forsyth County Animal Shelter for more info.

Sally B. If there was an international holiday for dogs, on which all dogs were universally recognized for their contribution to the improvement of our quality of life on earth, we’d call it Photo courtesy of Terri Burke “Sally B Day!” Sally B has been patiently waiting for a home since February. That’s 14 months in “human years”! She’s a joyful pup that would make a wonderful family member.

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Eileen.

One of FCAC’s volunteers summed up Eileen perfectly: “Spent some time with Miss Eileen on Saturday. She is truly a lady... she is Photography courtesy of desiluphotography.com about a year old.

She is beautiful, super sweet and very well mannered. She would be the perfect addition to any family. She is calm, kind and lovable. She is amazing...”

If you would like to know how Eileen got her name, visit her today! **FREE dog training with adoption** Animal ID 251935. n

Bella

is fluent in 7 languages and can read lips flawlessly.

So, obviously, we wouldn’t call her your ordinary house cat! In order to keep her skills up to date Photo courtesy of Ginger Nixon and her teaching certificate current, she teaches foreign language classes 2 nights a week at the local community college. Ideally, she would like a home that can provide transportation to work. Para más información llame FCAC. Please ask for Animal ID 252593. n

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Sprite.

Recently we had the privilege of sitting down with Sprite, a 4 month old spayed Boxer mix, for a one-on-one interview. We were fascinated by her charisma, enthusiasm and great outlook on life. “Many people don’t know this about me, Photography courtesy of desiluphotography.com but I love karaoke and collecting antique rolling pins!” Sprite’s reply when asked her favorite place to eat: “I love eating at Olive Garden because their motto is: “when you’re here, you’re family”.”

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Charmaine admits, “I love watching Dancing with the Stars! We watch it every Monday night at FCAC!” We know it’s not common for shelter animals to watch their favorite TV shows, but the staff at FCAC really caters to the animals!

Photography courtesy of desiluphotography.com Samba fans, this 3 year old DSH would love a home where she can lounge inside and relax with her family.

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Annabella.

What do you get when you cross a Lab and a Dachshund? One adorable Annabella! A staff favorite, Annabella has been one of the shelters long term residents.

She’d like to change that title to something Photography courtesy of desiluphotography.com more fitting like, “newest puppy to be adopted”. A perfect size, she’d make a great walking or hiking companion and would fit perfectly into a Mini Cooper! All dogs and puppies are eligible for FREE obedience classes!

Make Annabella’s year and visit her at FCAC. Animal ID A251251. n

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336.721.1303 www.forsythhumane.org

Forsyth Humane Society Please call to adopt us!

Sadie is a Labrador Retriever mix, only 3 months old. She is very outgoing and active, and always seems to be smiling. She’s constantly on the go, and loves getting attention from people or other friendly dogs.

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Spirit is a Shepherd/ Chow mix, 1 ½ years old.

She’s is a beautiful dog that came to us originally as a stray. She was so timid around people at first so we placed her in the New Leash on Life program where she was able to flourish. She learned to trust people and miraculously went through every step of the training as all of the other dogs did. She is a very special dog, and deserves a family who will be patient and kind.

Call Forsyth Humane Society at 721-1303 if you are interested in adopting Spirit . n

Merle Watson

Bosco

is a 5 year old black and white DSH. This guy is very outgoing and friendly and warms up quickly to people.

Bosco has lived with other cats and a dog and is declawed so he must be kept as an indoor-only pet.

is an Australian Shepherd mix, just a year old. Merle Watson was found as a stray and is very friendly and outgoing. He is high energy and will need regular exercise. He does well with other friendly dogs and temporarily lived in a home with children.

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Saito

Rebecca

is a 1 year old gray and white DSH. You’d never know this cat was a stray. He is so affectionate and just loves to be petted! He is a smaller cat and will purr his way into your heart in no time!

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is a 1 year old DSH brown tabby with white.

Our Rebecca is the perfect blend of playful and relaxed. She enjoys playtime but is very content relaxing with you on the couch or sitting at the window, checking out what’s going on outside.

Call Forsyth Humane Society at 721-1303 if you are interested in adopting Rebecca. n

Reilly is drop-dead gorgeous, a real movie star! Born in 2009, he is an American Bobtail/ Cymric mix with a medium-to-long patched tabby coat and tufted ears.

Reilly is a special needs cat, born mildly retarded, comparable to a Down’s syndrome human child.

Like those children he has the sweetest and sunniest personality you could hope for, very friendly and affectionate. Reilly is also good with other friendly cats and catfriendly dogs and likes to play. He is neutered, fully vetted and FeLV/FIV negative.

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336-497-4511 • www.kernersvillepharmacy.com

Kernersville Pharmacy is a compounding pharmacy, some may wonder what this term implies. We are trained to personalize medications for patients, both human and animal. Compounded medications are individual ingredients mixed together in the exact dosage form and strength required by the physician/veterinarian for the person/animal. We can make a small capsule dosage form for easier animal administration. We can also make liquids in popular pet flavorings. Examples are - red angus beef, tuna, peanut butter and chicken pot pie. These options make it easier to administer the medications. Kernersville Pharmacy also offers sugar free alternatives for animals with diabetes. PLO gel formulations are also sometimes required, these formulations allow medications to be administered topically and absorbed through the skin. We work with your physician/veterinarian to make medication administration as easy as possible. Let us know how we can help you. www.triadhappytails.com April 2012

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Burlington Pet Adoption Center Please call to adopt us!

Georgia. This sweet little brown tabby girl is only 2 years old, great with children and is litter trained. She is spayed, current on her shots and is available for only $60. Once you meet this very playful and loving kitty, she will stay on your mind!

Meet Georgia at the Burlington Pet Adoption Center, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River, or call 336-578-0343. n

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Tillie

is a beautiful 2 year old German Shepherd mix who is a little shy at first, but is a sweet love muffin after she gets to know you! She knows a few obedience commands and will be eager to learn more. Tillie gets along with other dogs and is ready for a new home and family to watch over. She is spayed, up-to-date on her shots and available for $80.

Come see her at the Burlington Pet Adoption Center, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River, or call 336-578-0343. n

Jewels.

a pretty girl! Penny is a 4 year old Redbone Hound mix. She is shy but charming! Penny was taken from her last owner who couldn’t care for her, but she is ready for a new loving forever home. She gets along with other dogs and would make a great family pet! She is spayed, current on her shots and available for $80.

Are you looking for a real gem?

Jewels may be the one for you! She is a very sweet 8 month old Black Lab. She is playful, friendly and would make a great pet in a family with young children. Jewels will need a little help learning her manners, but she should be a quick learner. She is spayed, fully vaccinated and ready to go home today for only $80!

Come meet her today at the Burlington Pet Adoption Center, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River, or call 336-578-0343. n

Meet Jewels at the Burlington Pet Adoption Center, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River, or call 336-578-0343. n

Roscoe

is a very happy, friendly 2 year old Dalmatian mix boy. He is energetic yet well mannered. Roscoe came here as a stray and is patiently waiting for someone to make him their best friend! He would love a new home with a yard to play in. Please come meet this sweet boy and let him steal your heart! He is neutered and current on all shots.

His adoption fee is $80 and you can meet him at the Burlington Pet Adoption Center, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River, or call 336-578-0343. n

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Athena is a beautiful gray and white tabby who is about 1 year old and is declawed!

She was found as a stray and would love a new home where she will live indoors and be pampered and spoiled! Athena is spayed, current on her shots and available for $60.

You can meet her at the Burlington Pet Adoption Center, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River, or call 336-578-0343. n

Ninja. Black velvet with a soft sweet personality, that’s Ninja. He’s a 3 year old male cat that is already neutered and ready to go home with you today! This unruffled, peaceful boy has been sharing a cage with other cats and gets along great with everyone. He’s lived at the Guilford County Animal Shelter since December 2010, over a year! Won’t you give Ninja a forever home? Right now adoption fees are only $20.00, but this is temporary, so don’t wait!

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Angel. If you were thinking Angel looks familiar, well that’s because in 2008 she was one of the torch carriers for the Games of the XXIX Olympiad!

Although Angel didn’t bring home a gold medal in table tennis from Beijing, she still practices once week at the Photo courtesy of Terri Burke local gym. At 4 years old this beautiful DSH calico has retired from the sport and would like to spend her days relaxing in the sun!

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ing 5 year old cat. She enjoys being petted, and snuggled, and will soon be spayed as part of her adoption fee. She is hoping for a new forever home this spring. Her beautiful markings and sweet personality make her a great prospect for your home.

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Humane Society of Alamance County Please call to adopt us!

Mabel

is a great dog, and would love to find her loving forever home. She is around 6 years old.

She has a lovely gait, is very sweet, loves to play, and amuses herself very well!! She will play endlessly in a large, fenced yard. She would like to be an only pet, as she has a tendency to want to chase kitties. She is a bit on the small side for her breed, but that makes her a perfect size for an indoor companion! She is up-to-date on vaccines, spayed, and ready to play with you!!

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Shadow.

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Davy Jones.

My name is Davy Jones and I’m a 2 year old boy seeking a new home. I’m the most colorful white cat ever, with pink ears & nose, one green eye and one blue eye. I’ve been indoors my whole life and I’m needing another indoor-only home. Please come visit me at the PetSmart in Burlington.

To inquire about me, just e-mail Bev at hsac@netpath.net or call 336.438.2023 and leave a message that you would like more information about me! n

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This big boy with the big heart is Shadow, a 3 year old neutered adult male cat.

Shadow has been front-declawed and was an owner-surrender, so he knows all about being a happy house pet. Shadow doesn’t mind being picked up and he loves to cuddle.

rescue cat who has been surrendered to the Humane Society of Alamance County due to family medical reasons.

Reggie is bundle of fun who just loves to cuddle. He has a beautiful orange tabby coat and golden eyes. If you stop by PetSmart in Burlington to meet him you’ll just love him!

To inquire about Shadow, send an email to hsac@netpath.net or call 336-438-2023 and leave a message that you would like more information about this highly adoptable cat! n

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Peekaboo is beautiful and queenly with majestic stripes and such an affectionate personality.

She is 7 years old, spayed and frontdeclawed and is used to a stable home. Can you offer this beautiful girl a loving forever home?

To inquire about Peekaboo, send an email to hsac@netpath.net or call 336-438-2023 and leave a message that you would like more information about this highly adoptable cat! n

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Tortie-Girl. Hi there! I am a petite, sweet, female tortie kitty. Believe it or not, I was found as a stray on a cold and rainy winter day.

I was very thin, hungry and I didn’t feel well at all. I was rescued, fed and cared for, and now I am all better, and ready to find my forever home.

To inquire about Tortie-Girl, email hsac@netpath.net or call 336-438-2023 and leave a message that you would like more information about this very sweet, adoptable cat! n

Specific Breed Rescue Groups Please see contact information listed with each featured animal.

Burt Lancaster. Say hello to the very handsome Burt Lancaster! He is 2 years old and is heartworm negative. He came to us with some skin issues due to neglect, so we’re working on getting those resolved. He has a downy-soft coat and long, soft Carolina Basset Hound Rescue basset ears! Burt gets along well with other dogs and enjoys a good romp in the backyard. He also does very well on a leash. Despite his size, Burt thinks he’s a lapdog, and loves attention from people. Burt has already been neutered and is up-to-date on all vaccinations. Once his skin issues are cleared up, he’ll be ready to head to a very lucky forever home!

If you’d like more information about Burt or CBHR’s other adoptable basset hounds, please contact rgering@triad.rr.com. n

Rummy. Meet Rummy! He is a very handsome fellow, around 3 years old and is ready for his new family. He is house/crate trained and great with all other dogs. He is very smart and is picking up his manners quickly. Rummy’s adoption fee is $250.

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Meadow, 1-1/2 years old, was found as a stray, and clearly suffered some indignities in the past.

Not that you could tell it from her disposition, but from the fact that she is very skinny and has marks on her neck from a too-tight collar. Despite her past, she is about as sweet and lovely a girl as you Doberman Rescue of the Triad could want to know. She’s bright, inquisitive, and playful, mixed with humbleness and dignity in such a way that it is inspiring to see. She’s quiet and gentle, she absolutely loves to be petted, and she will sit or stand next to a person endlessly while they make over her. She comes when called, knows how to use a doggy door, and loves to chase a thrown ball.

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LulaBelle is 8 years old, 22 lbs. and doing well in BTRNC Foster Care. She is house and crate trained and loves to walk. LulaBelle does not care for her canine sibling, a young deaf female but she gets along with her Great Dane male sibling. We’re Boston Terrier Rescue not sure how she would react around of NC children or cats although she is pretty calm. Lulabelle lays on her back for belly rubs and loves to have visitors come over to pet her! She enjoys “watching TV”, chewing on rawhides and will give kisses sometimes! She is a smart girl and knows “sit”, “shake”, “go to your room”, “treat/cookie” and “go outside”. She’s the sweetest thing ever and is very easy! LulaBelle is looking for someone to love her a lot! Her adoption fee is $150.

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Lacy is a two year old female, Pit Bull Terrier mix. All she wants in life is someone to play with her! She loves running, jumping, and bouncy balls. She’s good with other dogs her size and is learning how to play with dogs smaller than her. She’s very smart and already knows sit, lay down and leave it. She is learning stay. She also likes to catch treats thrown in the air. Her favorite treats are cheese, hot dogs and peanut butter Carolina Care Bullies (either in a Kong or spread on her chewy bone). She’s a curious dog who will follow you around to figure out what you are doing and why. However, when its time for some downtime, she will gladly warm your feet for you, snuggle with you and drift off to dream about the wonderful day you had together..

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Jasper not really a Springer Spaniel, is cute as a button and a “live wire” -- he’s still a puppy after all, not yet two years old. He has beautiful tricolor markings and weighs only 30 lbs. He’s smart and inquisitive and will need a family who knows how to channel his energy into “good dog” things.

English Springer Spaniel And he would be happiest if there is another active dog for him to play with.

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Specific Breed Rescue Groups and Various Local Rescue Groups Please see contact information listed with each featured animal.

Buddy is a German Shepherd/Akita mix. In November of 2011 he decided to find himself a home. He picked a nice looking porch and moved in. The lady of the house liked him a lot but circumstances kept her from keeping him. GSRA stepped in to help him find a permanent place to live. Around 2 years old, Buddy German Shepherd is good with dogs and considerate with Rescue & Adoptions older kids. He has a high prey drive so cats and smaller dogs may not be a good idea for him. He loves playing fetch and wrestling with his foster sister. Buddy also enjoys cuddling, watching TV and talking. Buddy’s perfect furever home would include an active family willing to continue his training, a canine sibling or two, lots of toys and a nice soft place to lay his head.

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Cato is a 6-1/2 year old male who will make a great companion for some lucky family. He is very sweet and affectionate, but not demanding. His calm, reserved demeanor makes him very easy to live with.

He can be shy and cautious when encountering new people and places, but he warms up once he has sized up the situation. He does well on a leash and has been around Triad Golden Retriever Rescue young children with no problems. His ideal family will have another dog and a big fenced backyard in which they can romp and play. He does not do well with cats or other small, non-canine animals. Although he is somewhat shy, Cato is a very good dog and will make a loving and loyal companion for someone who can give him structure and affection.

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Skipper is a very happy, outgoing and energetic 2 year old Lab. He is a big goofy boy who wants nothing more than to be with his “people”. He follows them around the house and lays down, hoping for a belly rub. Skipper is very treat motivated and has learned many new commands, such as “shake”, “touch”, “down”, and “wait”. He has had a private training lesson and we recommend continuing his training. Skipper is crate trained and will happily go into the crate with the promise of a NC Lab Rescue peanut butter filled Kong. He can be rambunctious when he is first let out of his crate and may forget his manners.

Since he can be a bit jumpy, his new home should have older kids.

Skipper will only be adopted to a home with a physical fence.

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Algoa Cryaway.

Hello, my name is Algoa Cryaway, but everybody calls me Crissy! I am a petite two-year old. I am a beautiful, dark brindle girl. I love to play with the other dogs here at the kennels and love the attention I get from the volunteers. However, I don’t get along with cats very well, so if you have a home without Greyhound Friends of NC them, that would be great! Come visit me sometime, and see if you could be my new forever home.

For more information, call Blanche Fedor at 336-601-7810, or email greytvolunteer@earthlink.net or visit the Greyhound Friends of North Carolina website, www.greyhoundfriends.com. n

Relay is a 3 year old, male, shorty Jack Russell Terrier who is beyond adorable!

Relay was found as a stray dog and at the time, he only had a flea collar on and no microchip. The family who found Relay put up posters, went to the shelter and put an ad on Craig’s list. After 3 months, no one stepped forward to claim him. The family could not keep him and asked us to take him into rescue. Since arriving, Relay has been neutered, microchipped and is now up-todate on shots, plus heartworm negative. He Finding Great Homes weighs 10 lbs and is a loving, friendly dog for Jack Russell Terriers who loves people and other animals.

Relay’s adoption fee is $300. To give Relay a great home, contact Robin at 336-414-1373 or Robin@insightrecruiters.com. n

Gretta.

Meet Gretta! She is a two year old larger pug. She was an owner surrender because her owner was up in age and was no longer able to care for her. She is spayed, up-to-date on routine shots, heartworm negative, and microchipped. Gretta is very sweet and loving and gets along with other dogs that are around the same age and energy level. She is a larger pug so she would be best suited for a family without small children. She wants a forever family to love her forever and hopes she Pug Rescue of NC will find them soon! Can you offer Gretta the home she is looking for?

If you interested in offering Gretta a loving forever home, please put in your application at our website: www.pugrescuenc.org. n

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Hannah is approximately 2-3 years old, FIV/Felv negative and up-to-date on shots. Her adoption fee is $50.

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To inquire about adopting Hannah, please contact Malcolm’s Manor at: marianne@malcolmsmanor.com. n

Keely & Hope.

Meet Keely & Hope, two wonderful little girls who are fully vetted, house trained, crate trained and they love everyone! Keely is 3 and weighs 5 lbs., while Hope is 5 and weighs 7 lbs. If you Miracles at Work Rescue want two sassy happy little girls in your life and need two more Best Friends, come meet us! We would love to stay together, but can be adopted separately.

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Training Your Pet

Treadmill Training for Dogs?

By Angela Craven

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t’s raining for the fifth day in a row and Spot is starting to run laps around the house trying to burn his pent-up energy.

There you are, standing on the couch while trying to avoid being run over, and wishing to yourself that you had a good way to relieve all his extra energy. As you look around the room you notice your treadmill in the corner.

You then remember an article you read about how putting your dog on the treadmill was a great way to get much needed exercise when you are unable to get out for a walk.

Many people find themselves in a similar situation; they have a dog that seems to never calm down, or is overly anxious when they leave. For these people and anyone in general, I recommend training your dog to walk/run on a treadmill. The benefits of teaching your dog to do this go past calming your anxious pup, it allows you to ensure that every day you have a means by which to exercise your dog, no matter the weather or even how late you get home. For those of you that have dogs that may be in need of rehabilitation due to an injury or accident, you can also use this method to control the speed and duration of their walk and limit distractions that may over excite your dog, causing them to re-injure themselves. You can also use this as a means to get your dog ready for a walk or even a training session. If you put your dog on the treadmill before going on a longer walk outside,

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or before training sessions with him, your dog will be in a more focused state.

Dogs that have a lot of energy are sometimes hard to control when you first start off on a walk or when you are reviewing their basic commands. Using the treadmill to drain some of this energy may make your session with your dog a much more positive experience which you will both enjoy. This was the case with one of my clients, a Soft Wheaton Terrier named Reese (pictured here). Reese is from a breed that is known to have a lot of energy and he was no exception.

As we worked with him it became harder to have sessions in which he had any focus. Trying to work on leash walking was beginning to be more of a chore then a joy; this is when I suggested teaching him to run on the treadmill. We used this as a way to begin his day, so that teaching him to follow commands at the end of our sessions became easier and more rewarding.

The best way to start this process is to get the dog used to the treadmill. You do not want to just take Spot and toss him on the treadmill, start it up and hope for good results. This will not yield a positive experience, and may in fact scare your dog enough to resist going back on the treadmill.

Try putting your dog on leash, with only a flat collar (please no slip leads or prong collars, for they could cause injury when the treadmill is turned on; do not turn the treadmill on initially without an experienced trainer present). Lead the dog to the treadmill and bait them to get on using some form of reward. Have your dog stand or sit on the treadmill, with the treadmill off, for a few seconds then have them get off.

Repeat this activity often until the dog is getting on without any resistance. You can even put this behavior on command by using a specific word when you want them to get on the treadmill. It is not recommended to go any farther without the help of an experienced trainer, to insure that you do not do anything that may harm your dog. A trainer will also be able to watch your dog and determine the best methods possible to get them to use the treadmill. Once your dog begins to get used to being on the treadmill you can vary the workouts based on how much walking you get to do with them in a day.

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Please remember as great as it is to walk or run your dog on the treadmill, it cannot replace the benefits gained by taking them for a walk yourself. The bonding, as well as the stimulation created by a daily walk, is not something being on the treadmill can simulate. This is just another tool to use to help you with keeping your dog as well exercised as you can.

Angela Craven moved to NC six years ago. She is a graduate of Guilford College, where she majored in Biology but focused her studies on Animal Behavior. She began her career training dogs at PetSmart and went on to work at a local veterinary hospital. She followed her passion and continued to train dogs and learn new techniques. Now with the Moms4Paws family, she has become an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and is extremely happy to be working in a field she loves. She is the proud parent of two sons, three dogs, and a cat.

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Adoption fairs are held in Greensboro at PetSmart on Bridford Pkwy. each Saturday of the month from 12-4 and are sometimes held on Sunday afternoons.

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Humane Society of Davie County Tuesday, May 1, Cause for Paws from 6:30-9:30 pm at WinMock at Kinderton.

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Success Stories - Send us stories of successful adoptions

Raylan’s Story

By Nathan Cashwell

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he lives of my girlfriend, Kristi, and I changed definitely for the

with us, however, after

better on April 2, 2011. Well, I’m getting ahead of myself, let

a few days he began to

me back up. When Kristi and I started to date, we figured out

warm up to us.

pretty quickly that I’m a dog person and she’s a cat person. So you can

We took him to the

imagine my reaction when she called me at work one day in January

vet to get checked

2011 and said, “I found the perfect dog for us.” My reaction was “Who

out and we got some

is this!?” She explained that she had seen a picture of a dog that she fell

bad news… he had

and Diane Collett, we decided that adopting a dog from a shelter is a

heartworms. Without He was the cutest, saddest looking Pekingese, and just shivering because his skinny, badly hesitation we decided matted body was shaved when he got to the we would do whatever shelter about a month prior. it takes to get him

better way to go for our first dog, and our busy schedules.

healthy. He made it through the treatment with no problems, and of

We went to a few adoption fairs to see if we could find a dog similar

course he loved getting babied and spoiled (and still does).

to the one that Kristi had her heart set on. We saw many cute puppies

As he got better and warmed up to us, his very cuddly and sometimes

and lots of great dogs, but none that were the right fit for us. Then on

mischievous personality began to come out. However, his very laid

April 2, 2011, we went to an adoption fair that had dogs from many dif-

back, gentle, and cooperative disposition did not and has not changed.

ferent agencies. It was a beautiful sunny, yet very windy, Spring day and

He has a very expressive face that melts everyone’s heart. Kristi and I

there seemed to be a pretty good turnout which was good to see. As we

enjoy making up scenarios that we think Raylan would be a hoot to see

walked in we were just checking things out when Kelly and Diane came

in, and of course we have to add what commentary we think he would

up to us with a dog they spotted earlier that morning and thought would

make. Raylan has not only stolen our hearts, but has done the same to

be the perfect dog for us. They were carrying a small white dog just

pretty much everyone he’s met. The vet techs and groomers have admit-

as if he was a baby, which coincidentally is how everyone carries him

ted that they spend the day passing Raylan around to cuddle with. If he

still. The dog turned his head to look at us and there he was—the cutest,

brings others half of the amount of joy that he does to us, then they will

in love with. She was determined to get a puppy, but since I grew up with three puppies, I knew how much work they are. After some discussion, and help from some of Kristi’s co-workers and friends, Kelly Holt

saddest looking Pekingese, and he was just shivering because his skinny

truly feel happy and that makes us feel blessed. This little guy has bur-

body was shaved when he got to the shelter about a month prior. Kristi

rowed himself deep into our hearts and is so very comfortable that he

took him in her arms and he just settled right in, placing his head on her

will never leave… and we never want him to.

shoulder, which just about made Kristi break down right then and there.

Over the next couple of hours we took turns holding him, and we tried to take him for a walk, although he was not very cooperative. Many people came up and asked us if we were adopting Han Solo (which was his name at the time) and when we replied that we were thinking about it, they replied, “If you don’t, then I am going to.” Finally, as the fair was winding down and Han Solo slept in my arms, I looked over and Kristi had tears streaming down her face and without saying a word we knew we were taking this little guy home with us.

The first order of business was to rename our new best friend, now don’t get me wrong I’m as big a Star Wars fan as the next person, but the name Han Solo just didn’t fit our little guy. After a few suggestions, we decided to name him Raylan, which is ironic since we named him after the gun toting Federal Marshall main character on the FX TV show Justified, and that just isn’t his style, but he seemed to take to the name pretty well. At first he liked to be by himself and didn’t really interact

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As he got better and warmed up to us his very cuddly and sometimes mischievous personality began to come out. However, his very laid back, gentle, and cooperative disposition did not and has not changed.

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