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Please look over the list of businesses below and support them whenever possible. These companies are the reason we are able to offer the shelters and rescue organizations free space every month. Many animals have found homes because of these businesses, and for that, we are so very grateful. Accent Prone, pg. 25 Adams Farm Animal Hospital, PA, pg. 4 All Pets Considered, pg. 3 All Things Dogs, pg. 46 Allen and Associates Mortuary|Cremation, LLC., pg. 46 Almost Home Boarding & Grooming, pg. 49 Always There Pet Care, pg. 37 Animal Hospital of Lewisville, pg. 27 Animal Hospital of Walnut Cove, pg. 48 Animal Medical Centre, pg. 10, 11 Aristopits, pg. 9, 47 At Home Veterinary Housecalls, pg. 49 Aunt Deby’s Petsitting, pg. 41 Best 4K9, pg. 15 Bingo Pet Hospice, pg. 23 Brassfield Animal Hospital, pg. 9 Brian’s Bark Buddies, pg. 5 Burlington Honda, pg. 31 Camp Bow Wow, pg. 21 Carolina Dog Training, pg. 37 Carolina BMW Motorcycles, pg. 35 Cat Care Hospital, pg. 19 Cat Clinic of Greensboro, pg. 23 Central Carolina Pet Services, pg. 9 Central Spay Neuter Wellness Clinic, pg. 51 Cobb Animal Clinic, pg. 38 Creature Comforts Pet Sitting, pg. 48 Dirty Dogs, pg. 5 Dog Days, pg. 2 Dog-Gone Fun, pg. 19 Dogs Anonymous, pg. 40, 41

Doodie Free Zone, pg. 48 Downtown Greensboro Animal Hospital, pg. 41 Dynasty Furniture, pg. 50 Eanes Heating & Air Conditioning, pg. 21 Elite Canine, pg. 27 Family Pet Cremation Center, pg. 4 Fishers Bar & Grille, pg. 43 Fisher Park Counseling, PLLC, pg. 41 Forsyth Mobile & Relief Veterinary Svcs, pg. 25 Forsyth Tech, pg. 27 Furry Paws Photography, pg. 33 Gate City Animal Hospital, pg. 42 Glamour Grooms, pg. 15 Greensboro Science Center, pg. 39 Greensboro Veterinary Hospital, pg. 15, 17, 35 Guilford-Jamestown Veterinary Hospital, pg. 39 Hall Insurance Associates, Inc., pg. 29 Happy Tails Emergency Veterinary Clinic, pg. 23 High Caliber Stables., pg. 37 James Landing Veterinary Hospital, PA, pg. 21 Jeff Craig Realtor/Broker, pg. 41 Jim and Judy Stratton, pg. 35 King’s Crossing Animal Hospital, pg. 36 Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, pg. 31 Laundromuttz, pg. 23 Marcia’s Best Dogs, pg. 39 Mike Lewis Attorneys, pg. 10 Moms 4 Paws, pg. 6 Mt. Tabor Boarding & Grooming, pg. 25 NC Art & Antiques Mall, pg. 50 Northwood Animal Hospital, pg. 6

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Paws of Royalty, pg. 25 Pet Sitting…Plus!, pg. 39 Pet Supermarket, pg. 4 Pet Supplies & More, pg. 10 Petsense, pg. 49 Philip E. Taylor, DDS, PA., pg. 52 Planned Pethood, pg. 7, 39 Ragsdale YMCA, pg. 47 Red Beard Dog Training, pg. 49 Red Dog Farm pg. 33 Ruff Housing Doggie Daycare, pg. 29 Sedgefield Animal Hospital and Dental Center, pg. 45 Sheets Pet Clinic, pg. 46 Southwoods Animal Hospital, pg. 37 Stokesdale Veterinary Hospital, pg. 27 The Corner Slice, pg. 43 The Dog Concierge, pg. 15 The Salon & Spa at All Pets Considered, pg. 3 The Treasure House, Burlington, pg. 31 Todd’s Easy Moves, pg. 25 Triad Dog Fence, pg. 27 University Animal Hospital, pg. 5 Vickie’s Pampered Pet, pg. 37 Wagon Wheel Kennels, pg. 10 Wags Pet Food, pg. 19 Wild Birds Unlimited GSO, HP & WS, pg. 29 York Towne Apartments, pg. 48 Younts Insurance Agency, Inc., pg. 2

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January 2015 Vol. 5, No. 7

Publisher Beverly Beck and Associates, Inc. PO Box 18972 Greensboro, NC 27419

Publishers / Editors Deb Printup Jennifer Frazier

Art Direction / Design Jennifer Frazier Deb Printup

Contributing Writers Caitlin Daly Chris N. Martin Courtney Pierce, DVM Patricia Small Stacey Chappell, DVM

Cover Photography

Tara Richardson Furry Paws Photography trfurrypawsphotography@gmail.com

special features… 43 Fishers Grille, Corner Slice 44 A God Send Say hello to Tobie! He wandered up to a kind family’s back porch. He loves being held, and is so happy to be in a house instead of tossed outside alone! Pick him up, and he purrs his little heart out. Tobie is about the size of a 3 month old kitten, but the vet says he’s actually more like 6 months! He would love to adopt you, as long as he can hang out inside with you!

11 T he Vet’s Corner Animal Medical Centre, PA

Preventive Care: Changing Roles and Setting Goals

Pets: A Lifetime Commitment

Triad Happy Tails Magazine is a monthly publication & is published by Beverly Beck & Associates, Inc. We can not guarantee any products or services seen in this magazine, nor can we guarantee the health or temperament of any animal featured in this magazine.

Training Tips Dogs Anonymous

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in this issue. . .

Lincoln Infield Bob Slone Distributech Eileen Reilly

The Fort Rescue

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Humane Society of Alamance County

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Tobie

Precious the Pit Bull

Calendar of Events Upcoming January Events

17 T he Vet’s Corner Greensboro Veterinary Hospital Laparoscopic Surgery in Veterinary Medicine

ANIMAL SHELTERS & RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS 14 The Animal Rescue & Foster Program

26 Forsyth County Animal Control

16 Guilford County Animal Shelter

28 Forsyth Humane Society

18 Loving Pet Inn Adoptions

30 Burlington Animal Services

20 Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue Network

32 Humane Society of Alamance County

22 SPCA of the Triad

34 Rockingham County Animal Shelter

24 AARF (Winston-Salem)

reed Specific & Various Featured Local B Rescue Groups Throughout the Magazine

Call individual shelters & rescue organizations to check on availability of a specific animal & to learn about their adoption process.

Our Mission Statement: Triad Happy Tails Magazine is focused on the plight of homeless animals & is dedicated to promoting adoptions from local animal shelters & rescue groups. We provide a pictorial & informational directory of animals that are ready to adopt from the shelters & rescue organizations in the greater Triad area. Beverly Beck & Associates, Inc. reserves the right to deny advertisements. ©2015 Beverly Beck & Associates, Inc All rights reserved. Reproduction in part or whole without written consent is strictly prohibited.

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ON THE COVER: Stormy is a 3 month old Lab mix who we found on the highway standing guard over her sister, Sunny, who had been hit by a car. Stormy is loyal and very smart. She has an outgoing and playful personality! For more information on Stormy or any of the other great animals at the Humane Society of Alamance County, please call 336-438-2023 or go online at www.hsaconline.org.

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Vet’s Corner Stacey Chappell, DVM Dr. Stacey Chappell is a seasoned veterinarian with 20 years’ experience with small animals. He spent most of his earlier career as the owner and medical director of a veterinary emergency hospital, gaining vast experience in diagnosing, treating critical care patients and performing advanced surgical procedures. After taking over Animal Medical Centre of Greensboro, PA, in August 2014, Dr. Chappell now enjoys forming lasting relationships with his clients and patients based on lifetime preventive care.

Preventive Care: Changing Roles and Setting Goals As a society, we love our pets! There are more than 140 million pets in the U.S. with the number fairly evenly divided between dogs and cats, with about 70 million of each. For 2013 the total expenditure on these pets was a little over 55 BILLION dollars, with veterinary care contributing 15 billion to this number. “Supplies and over the counter medications” contributed a nearly equal amount at 14 billion. Those are HUGE amounts of money. Corporate America realizes it and tries very hard to capture as much of it as possible. The end result is a plethora of products, a bombardment of advertising, and a consumer who is left wondering what is best for their pet. In addressing preventive care here, I would like to offer a new perspective. I seriously doubt there is anyone left in America that does not know that their dogs and cats need “shots” and “deworming” and they sure do wish they could find a flea medicine that worked!! They have bought something different each time when they went to Costco, Walmart, Target, and the local feed store. But THEY STILL HAVE FLEAS!! Dr. Google even mentions “Brazilian oils” to control fleas. Hmmm, do we put the oils on the food, pour them on the pet, or catch the fleas and put them into the oil? This stuff is SOOO confusing! Well, settle in for a few minutes and let’s see if we can’t make this a whole lot easier and more rewarding for everyone. And no, I will not be listing diseases that should be vaccinated against and at what interval. Nor will I offer opinions on which of the previously mentioned “plethora” of products I think work best. But instead, I would like to suggest a way to better help you and your pet navigate this maze by changing your role as primary care giver for your pet, and look at setting goals for what we would all like to achieve with our furry family members. Back in the 1980’s or so we began to use the term “human-animal bond” to define the relationship we have with our pets. Overall, this concept served our pets well. By acknowledging what they mean to us emotionally, their place was elevated to that of a family member rather than just an “owned” animal with a set economic value like a farm animal. For example, if a dairy cow needs $1200

in veterinary care and she can be replaced for $1000, she likely won’t receive that care. Contrast this with the kitten your daughter got for her birthday. If that kitten breaks its leg and is given an estimate of $500-700 for repair, the responsible owner provides for that repair, even though a “new kitten” could be obtained for a seventy five dollar adoption fee….or for free in the local paper. Despite the success of elevating our animals to family member status, I would like to re-evaluate this “human-animal bond” and take it to the next level. Merely owning an animal and loving and caring for it to the best of your ability satisfies the “human-animal bond”. With animal loosely defined as any living creature and pet defined as an animal kept as a companion and cared for affectionately, the new bond we discuss should use the term pet instead. Also, we replace the broad term human with responsible pet owner, defined as someone who is committed to providing for the medical, physical, and emotional well-being of their pet for the duration of their life. To this newly defined relationship of “Responsible Owner-Pet”, we need to add the term “veterinary”. We will define veterinary as not just the veterinarian, but the entire team at a given practice, because we share a common goal. That goal is to utilize all the expertise and product development our profession provides to maximize the relationship you have with your pets. Find a veterinary team that you like and trust and you now have the newly termed “Responsible Pet Owner-Pet-Veterinary” relationship that is paramount to navigating the maze of preventive care. It is within this relationship that you are free to most enjoy your pet as a companion and family member. You no longer need to concern yourself with the specifics of vaccines and which diseases you need to protect against. You don’t worry over active ingredients of flea and tick preventives and which are best, or safest, or their duration of action. Is there an insect growth regulator present or does the product only kill adult fleas? Can I give the same product to my cat too, or is it just for dogs. Oh yeah, my neighbor’s dog had whipworms the last time they went to the vet. Let me Google “whipworms in dogs” so I can learn their life

cycle and how would my dog become infected. CAN my dog even go back to my neighbor’s house? Max has been itching a lot. The part time sales clerk at the local Big Box Pet Store said they just starting carrying a new line of dog food that touts Cassava root and a liver extract derived from the Cambodian fire eel that will stop my dog from itching. Should we buy this food? After all, have you ever seen a Cambodian fire eel itch? Makes sense, huh?...........well no, it doesn’t. You, as a responsible pet owner, should not be a consumer of veterinary products! That is what I want to illustrate. You shouldn’t come into our offices and say I want one of product X and one of product Y. Instead you and your pet become consumers of veterinary services. For example, you shouldn’t buy flea medicine from Costco and vaccines from the feed store and hope you get it right. Rather you ask your veterinarian to provide you with a protocol that meets our goals of protecting your pet from the most dangerous infectious diseases, protecting your pet from both internal and external parasites and the diseases they transmit. Your team will provide age appropriate screenings of body system functions (lab work, radiographs, advanced diagnostics), proper dental care, and sound nutrition. There are many variations to these protocols based on the lifestyle and age of your pet. But again, you don’t even need to worry yourself over that, we will. See how easy this can be? Now, before you berate me for being pompous or dismissive of your input, let me ensure you that is not the case. Our best clients are informed clients. A huge part of this relationship is ensuring that you understand why we make the decisions we make about your pet’s care. And, yes it does sound self-serving when I ask that you see us for your respective products. Again, this is not the case. Let’s not forget the age old adage, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. This has proven to be true SO MANY TIMES. For example, in our hospital now is a little puppy we are treating for a parvo infection (nationwide average cost to treat parvo is $1000$2000). Parvo vaccinations are about $25. Pretty simple math. Not to mention what the puppy and his family have to endure. So, it is safe to say that I am proud to be a veterinarian. I am also proud of my profession and the care that we are able to provide. The “team” approach to preventive care that I describe is no small undertaking but it is the most effective and most efficient means to our mutual goal of maximizing our relationships with our pets. Science has proven that pets enhance our lives. Let’s do all we can to enhance theirs! Do yourself and your pet a favor and create a preventive care team, soon! Maximize your interaction with your pet. We will provide the care, you provide the love!

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PETS

A Lifetime Commitment By Caitlin Daly and Sally Rice Humane Society of Alamance County

trim their nails on a regular basis o you’re thinking about or even buy soft paws (a cap for adopting a new fur baby? their nails) found at pet retail That’s awesome news, stores and some veterinarians! and I thank you so much If they are scratching people, for opting to adopt! establish a cause. Is the cat When you ADOPT, you are saying being taunted, chased, or picked “NO” to puppy mills, back yard up inappropriately? If so, it’s breeders, and pet overpopulation! important to stop that so that your Truly, there is not a more cat feels comfortable and safe. admirable decision when it comes Remember that scratching is a to adding a companion animal to defense mechanism that they use your family. That being said, let’s if they feel scared or threatened. take a few moments to talk about If they are doing it in play, discuss things to consider and important with a trainer or veterinarian preparations before bringing home ways to curb that play behavior! your new dog or cat! If you’re hoping to bypass the If you’re considering adopting scratching completely and would a different kind of animal, such like a de-clawed cat, please adopt. as a horse, pig, or chicken- WOO There are so many cats looking for HOO! However, we are not experts in that category. Red Dog Farm, to Binx homes who are already de-clawed. Now let’s talk about expenses. name one, would be an excellent place to ask. We will focus on dogs Binx is a 5 month old silver tabby. He loves dog and cat companions, It’s very important to provide as well as all people. He is litter-trained and extremely playful! your new best friend with a diet and cats in this article! What’s not to love! that will sustain good health. First, and also most important, A great diet may even help cut down on are you ready for a lifetime commitment? extremely important that they are tolerant and health issues that would otherwise cost a Some dogs and many cats can live up to 24 that you are in control at all times. fortune. Great diets will include real protein years and beyond! Not only do adult animals, Speaking of training, what are some sources (turkey or turkey meal, for example) and especially puppies and kittens, take an common problem behaviors? Resource as the first ingredient. Look for a diet that enormous amount of time, they also take guarding for dogs, and scratching for cats! also includes probiotics (L.acidophilus) substantial financial commitments. Resource guarding may mean growling and and antioxidants (found in blueberries, In the beginning, you will need to set aside being very protective over food, treats, and cranberries, spinach, etc). a few hours each day to socialize and train toys. There are many, many positive ways Now that you’ve got a great diet on handyour new pet! Maybe you’re a training pro to correct and un-do these behaviors. It’s what about vet expenses? Dogs and cats alike and you’d like to do it yourself, or maybe important that you work with a trainer or should be on parasite and flea preventative you’ll use a local trainer or pet store for their your veterinarian to find out what is the best medications each month, and heartworm training expertise. No matter how you do method for your family. Scratching may medications, as well. This is a monthly it, it’s critical that your new pet be trained! mean your furniture, curtains, or other family cost that you will need to consider. These Socialization with other animals and people members. Scratching is a normal part of a preventatives will almost always eliminate of all ages is also important! Even if you’re a cat’s behavior. They do it to stretch or slough problems due to parasites or (GASP) heart single person, it’s probable that you don’t live off the husks from their nails. If your kitty worm disease. Also, let’s not forget about in a bubble. Your pet WILL come into contact is scratching things, offer them appropriate yearly vaccines and exams! Yearly (or more with children and other pets! So make sure scratching posts and boards so they can often- as dictated by your veterinarian) visits they’re ready! Does your pet need to LOVE all learn from the beginning that carpets and are extremely important to maintain the other people or animals? Heck no. BUT, it’s furniture are not acceptable. You can also

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overall health and happiness of your pet! Even the VERY BEST pet parents experience emergencies- all of us have been there. My very own dog, Rowan, recently tore his ACL. It wasn’t my fault or his fault, just the by-product of some over-exuberant playing! There are many options when it comes to treatment, and no matter which you choose, the cost is in the thousands. Why not talk to your veterinarian about pet insurance and which brand they recommend? Luckily, since Rowan had insurance, the cost was nearly cut in half. So we’ve covered the important things to consider long term. Now let’s go back to the beginning! We push adoption so hard as the perfect choice for getting a new pet, so it’s not surprising if adopters have high expectations of what their new baby will be like. Your adopted friend can fulfill your expectations, but as with all things, not without some effort on your part. It is unrealistic to expect your newly adopted pet to transition into your family seamlessly and become the family member of your dreams overnight. Expect an adjustment period, and don’t expect it to be over quickly. Both your new pet and your family need to adjust to each other. On average, expect this adjustment period to last several weeks while you all get used to each other. The most important thing to remember is that your new friend has had a lot of upheaval in his life, no matter how long he was at the shelter or in rescue. He’s going to have to work hard to feel at home with you, and he will likely make a lot of mistakes. This includes house-training, turning shoes into

chew toys, and re-learning that the couch is not a pet’s personal “fort”. It’s always a good idea to pet-proof your home first- why not just take up cords and put shoes in the closet? Set you and your new buddy up to succeed! When you bring a new pet home- be sure to establish that any pre-existing pet(s) are STILL important. This may mean greeting and feeding your older fur babies first, so that your new pet understands pack order. Upsetting pack order is never a good idea! Rememberthis could take a few weeks. To recap, long term considerations need to be taken into account- is this going to be a forever pet? Uh oh- all of a sudden one of us has allergies- now what? It may be a good idea to allergy test each member of the family first! What if I move- can I take my pet with me? What if something happens to me- where will my pet go? There are many organizations out there with programs to take in pets after tragedy befalls a family. Make sure your pet is included in your will, as well. Another long-term consideration- do I have the time? Can I dedicate time each and EVERY day to play with and exercise my pet or pets? What if I’m going on vacation- am I prepared for the extra responsibilities of pet ownership? If you spend the necessary time with your new pet, they will be well-behaved and you will be well-trained in turn. Don’t think for a second that training doesn’t go both ways- it does! I’ve learned so much from my dogs and my cat, and I accept each new lesson with wonder and joy! Probably the most important words to remember when you adopt a new member of your family are: Patience, Love, and Learning. Your new pet will not be perfect, but with time

Peanut Peanut is a 13 year old Rat Terrier who ended up in the shelter after his owner died. He had been with her his entire life. He has adjusted so well, so quickly! He is housetrained, a great night time cuddle buddy, and is very sweet. Rat Terriers can live up to 24 years, and Peanut is EXTREMELY healthy. He loves the company of dogs, cats, people, and chickens. and those three special words, you will be perfect for each other. Happy Adopting!

Photos are courtesy of Furry Paws Photography. If you would like to adopt Binx, Peanut, Mystique, Sunny, Nhala or Stormy (on cover) please contact us at:

Humane Society of Alamance County phone: 336.438.2023 email: hsac@netpath.net website: www.hsaconline.org

Mystique Mystique, 7 months old

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Nhala

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is Breeze and I was rescued with Bixby and Elliott, however, I’m 4 times bigger than they are. Am I their sissy? We thought so but we’re not 100% sure so call me whatever you want to. Beagle mix is good with me. Birthdate of 10/4/14 sounds good to me also. My foster mom says I’m a sweet girl but I still need to work on the house-training but hey, don’t we all? I can be shy at first, but sit on the floor and I’ll be your very best friend.

Sweet does not even begin to describe this girl. Elsa came to ARFP after being rescued by our homeless friends in downtown Greensboro. They knew who to call to get Elsa into a safe place. We’re guessing Elsa is about 3-4 months old. She is a very quiet, playful girl. When she plays she can sometimes be in her own little world and just run and run. It’s hysterical to watch her and it also makes us feel good that she is having fun now. Elsa is probably a Pit Bull mix. She sleeps all night and would make a great pet in most any home.

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soon because we’re hoping for homes soon!

Forever Frannie is how Miss Frannie feels. Here it is January and she’ll soon be turning one year old and she still has no forever home. She’s in a loving foster home but really wants someone she can call her own. Frannie is fun, boisterous, cuddly, endearing, and entertaining. She is crate-trained, house-trained, leash-trained, sits on command and is learning new things every day. As you can see Frannie loves the beach but she also loves the mountains.

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Zena.

One of four year old Zena’s favorite past times is sleeping. She would be a great dog for someone who has two speeds. On and Off. Zena could sleep most day until noon, however, her foster mom doesn’t allow that - at least not during the week. Zena is a 32 lb. Pit Bull mix with more love and affection to give than any other dog we’ve ever seen. She would do best in a one dog home where she can get all of your attention. She loves people 5-100, she would love you! Zena is cratetrained and house-trained. She loves to run and chase toys. Are you looking to be a one dog family? Zena might be your girl. Call ARFP at 574-9600. n

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This might be the cutest puppy ever! Ripley is 8-10 weeks old now and is a Pointer mix. He was one of 8 born to a Pointer mix mom. Dad never showed up for the birth. Ripley is sweet and he’s an explorer. What else can we say? He’s a cutie pie! Call ARFP at 574-9600. n

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is a lovely 1 year, 9 month old female torbie with a unique personality. She is curious but tends to be cautious when meeting new people or exploring new areas. It doesn’t take long to break her out of her shell and make her feel comfortable. Dalma is spayed and ready to go home today. Meet Dalma at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID 20826115. n

Harley s a fluffy 5 year old female Labrador Retriever mix who would love to be your next best friend! She is playful, fun, and would make a great family dog. Harley is spayed and ready to go home with you today. Meet Harley at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID 23932034. n

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Groot

is a sweet 5 year, 1 month old male mediumhaired cat who would make a wonderful companion for any cat lover. He is calm and gentle, and perfectly happy as long as he has someone around to pet him and to show him affection. Groot is neutered and ready to go home. Meet Groot at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID 24044756. n

Edna

is a 9 year, 2 month old female Hound mix with style and grace. This lovely girl has some pep in her step, despite her age, and would be a great addition to any family. Edna is spayed, up-todate on vaccines, and can’t wait to meet her new best friend. Meet Edna at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. Ask for ID 23437218. n

Madeline

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Vet’s Corner Courtney Pierce, DVM, Greensboro Veterinary Hospital, 336-299-5431 Originally from New England, Dr. Courtney Pierce earned both her B.S. in Animal Science and her DVM from North Carolina State University. Since graduating from veterinary school in 2008, Dr. Pierce has practiced small animal general and emergency medicine and has also worked with shelter pets through a variety of volunteer opportunities. She and her husband Whit recently settled in Greensboro with their young son Evan, their two dogs Spencer and June, and their two house lions, Odetta and Sticky. Dr. Pierce got her start in veterinary medicine volunteering in a shelter and has always enjoyed giving back to pets in need. She volunteers locally with the Feral Cat Assistance Program and has traveled around the country and internationally

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to spay and neuter pets. In 2010 she was featured as a “Local Hero” on WFMY Channel 2 for helping an injured dog from Nicaragua. She and her dog June frequently visit local classrooms to teach children about how to care for, and interact safely, with pets. An avid runner and hiker, Dr. Pierce enjoys exploring all of the parks and trails in Greensboro while pushing her son in a jog stroller. When they can, she and her husband love to travel to Asheville where their family operates a whitewater rafting and zip-lining company. They love any excuse to get outside! Dr. Pierce has a wide variety of professional interests but especially enjoys surgery, managing chronic pain, and wellness care. She loves being a part of the bond between people and animals and considers her role as a veterinarian an honor and a privilege!

Laparoscopic Surgery in Veterinary Medicine

What is laparoscopic surgery? Laparoscopic, or “minimally

invasive” surgery is a specialized way of performing surgery, typically within the abdomen. This type of surgery has long been the standard of care in human medicine, and only more recently has been adopted by the veterinary field. With traditional, or “open,” surgical techniques, one large incision is made to gain access to the abdomen. With laparoscopic surgery, multiple 0.5-1.0 cm incisions are made. At each incision (which are called “ports”) an instrument called a trochar is inserted into the abdomen. A fiber-optic camera is then inserted into the patient’s abdomen, and the abdomen is inflated with carbon dioxide. This provides a working space and increased visibility for the surgeon . The camera transmits high-quality, magnified images to a video screen in the operating room, allowing for precise maneuvering. Specialized, long-handled instruments are used to cut, seal, and remove tissue from the abdomen. This technique allows surgeons to perform procedures with much smaller incisions than traditional surgery.

What are the advantages of laparoscopic surgery in veterinary medicine? Smaller incisions generally mean less pain and faster recovery for pets undergoing laparoscopic surgery instead of traditional surgery. For instance, following a traditional spay surgery (where the ovaries and uterus are removed) veterinarians recommend 10-14 days of restricted activity. Following a laparoscopic spay (where only the ovaries are removed) dogs are back to normal activity in as little as three days. Senior pets benefit greatly from the smaller incisions associated with minimally invasive surgery over traditional surgery, as they can take longer to recover from anesthetic and surgical procedures than younger dogs. Additionally, because of the excellent visualization obtained by the laparoscope during surgery, advanced procedures and diagnostics can be performed that may otherwise be challenging with traditional surgical techniques. For instance, during a laparoscopic bladder surgery (cystotomy) the camera can be used to fully examine the bladder. Small stones or masses can be magnified on the video screen and retrieved or biopsied as needed.

Laparoscopic technique can also be used to perform a procedure called a gastropexy. This is where the stomach is tacked (sutured) to the body wall. This can prevent a condition called gastric dilatation and volvulus (also known as GDV or “bloat”). This condition occurs most often in large-breed dogs like Great Danes, German Shepherds and Labradors, and it is extremely life threatening. In this condition the stomach distends with food, gas, or water and eventually twists into an abnormal position. This causes disruption of the blood supply to the stomach and eventually leads to shock, severe infection and death. Veterinarians often recommend a gastropexy at the time of spay or neuter to prevent GDV from occurring later in the life of the dog. With laparoscopic technique, this can be done in a safe and minimally invasive fashion. Laparoscopic surgery can also be used in a variety of other ways to diagnose and treat conditions that affect our pets. Liver and splenic biopsies, gall bladder removal, and bladder stone removal can all be performed using minimally invasive technique.

How safe is laparoscopic surgery? Laparoscopic surgery is as safe as traditional open surgery. At the beginning of each surgery, the laparoscope is inserted into the abdomen and the surgeon inspects the contents to ensure that the procedure can be safely performed in a minimally invasive fashion. If needed, the procedure can be converted to a traditional, open procedure. All surgeries carry risks, including anesthetic complications, infections, or bleeding. The heath status of each patient should be evaluated prior to surgery, and a surgical plan created that addresses each pet’s individual needs.

Is laparoscopic surgery always better than traditional surgery? Using minimally invasive surgical techniques, most patients experience less pain and faster recovery times. Laparoscopic surgery has become the standard of care in human medicine, and, when indicated, can offer pets significantly better outcomes over traditional surgery. However, not all surgical procedures can or should be performed laparoscopically. For certain procedures, such as those that require opening the intestines or stomach, traditional surgical methods are still required.

What kind of procedures can be performed using laparoscopic How do I know if my pet would be a good candidate surgery? The most common type of surgery performed using minimally for laparoscopic surgery? Most pets are good candidates for invasive technique is the spay. As previously mentioned, spaying a female dog or cat involves removing the ovaries and sometimes the uterus. This procedure is performed to prevent unwanted offspring, and to reduce the risk of infections and cancers of the female reproductive tract. It has been documented that laparoscopic surgery diminishes pain, reduces the risk of hemorrhage and speeds recovery times by up to 65% for female dogs undergoing this procedure versus a traditional spay surgery.

laparoscopic surgery, as it is as safe and effective as traditional surgery. Should your pet require surgery, discuss with your veterinarian whether minimally invasive techniques could be utilized. There is a small but growing number of veterinarians offering this type of surgery. Currently, Greensboro Veterinary Hospital is the only general practice in the Triad area that offers these types of procedures. Ask your veterinarian if laparoscopic surgery may be right for your pet! www.triadhappytails.com January 2015

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Wendell

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is such fun and charming guy! He is a super sweet, affectionate love bug who is happy all the time and his tail is always wagging like crazy. He is a laid-back, easy keeper who is a pleasure to have around. Wendell is a playful 9 years old. His sister, whom he loves, is also up for adoption. $100 donation. Call 393-0000 for more details. n

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Wilma

is a two year old, 10 pound Chihuahua. He is a typical Chi who adores his loved ones and is a little wary of strangers but will cherish you and snuggle until the end of time once he trusts you. He is great with the other dogs here. He’d prefer a home without little kids. Adoption donation $125.

is Wendell’s charming sister and they are like two peas in a pod. They both are just so sweet, loving, and cuddly. They don’t like other dogs but adore each other and will definitely keep you entertained with their cheerful enthusiasm for life and you! She would really like to be adopted with her darling brother. Adoption donation $100.

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Cricket

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He is a 12 week old pot-bellied pig. He has been neutered and is pretty social but still adjusting. He will let us pet him with patience and treats. Checkers should be approximately 100 pounds full-grown. If you are interested in adopting Checkers, please fill out an adoption application at www.reddogfarm.com. n

Niblet

and his siblings came to us after being born under a house. They were covered in fleas and all had coccidia and conjunctivitis. They have received four different medications three times a day and are now all doing great! Fletcher is a typical happy-go-lucky kitten that eats, sleeps and plays all day long. He is being fostered in a home with a toddler and three dogs, so he is used to children and dogs.

was surrendered to us with five other minis when his owner could no longer care for them. Niblet is approximately three years old and has been gelded and is up-to-date on his vaccinations. He came to us having had very little human interaction but has warmed up quickly and even takes treats from our hands now. Niblet just needs a home where he will receive lots of love, patience and treats!

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Kanani

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Betty Lou was rescued from a horrendous hoarding situation and had a very long first 8 years of her life but is now thriving in her foster home. Betty Lou is a complete sweetheart who just loves to get as close to you as possible and be showered with attention. Betty Lou had to have major dental surgery and had cancerous mammary tumors removed. She now just needs a family to love her for the rest of her life which may be several months or several years. If you have room in your heart and lap for this sweet little girl, please fill out an adoption application at www.reddogfarm.com. n

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Otto.

What a doll baby this pup is! Roscoe is a 5 month old Hound mix. This cutie’s got beauty and brains. He is passing his weekend basic obedience class with flying colors. Roscoe was found as a stray near our adoption center. How could anyone abandon that sweet face? He is growing quick so he will probably be a pretty good size. This sweetheart will make a fantastic, loyal family dog!

Can you imagine being adopted into what you thought was going to be your forever home, only to be abandoned 9 years later? Otto can. Because it happened to him. Unfortunately, many people no longer want their pets once they get older. All Otto asks for is a loving hand or a warm lap. He is very affectionate. He gets along fantastic with other cats so the more feline brothers and sisters, the better! Can you show Otto that it’s never too late for a fur-ever home?

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Speedy

(aka Mr Toes) is an SPCA original. He was adopted from the SPCA in 2007. Unfortunately, his owner recently developed a cat allergy and had to surrender him back to us. He was heartbroken but hopeful that we would find Speedy the loving fur-ever home that he deserves. He’s 7 years old, super sweet, and would make a great addition to any home!

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Opal

is a sweet 1 year old kitty awaiting her fur-ever home. She and her brother Jasper were surrendered to the SPCA when their owner developed a cat allergy. She’s a little bit more reserved than her gregarious twin brother but enjoys attention just as much. Opal loves to drink water straight from the faucet. She and her brother have this exotic presence about them... it’s quite fascinating! Call SPCA of the Triad at 375-3222 for more information. n

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336-288-2688 Chess will keep your lap or feet warm this winter and purr the whole time! Chess is about 4 months old as of the beginning of December. He loves other cats and is learning that dogs can be ok. He still gets scared with hyper dogs but snuggles with calm dogs. Chess has learned how much fun toys Feline Friends can be and keeps his purr motor going no matter what he’s doing. Chess is fully vetted and ready for you to make him a part of your family!

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Email felinefriendsnc@gmail.com for an application. Chess’ adoption fee is $75. n

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A Non-Profit, Supporting Owners of Aging Pets with Educational, Emotional and Financial Assistance.

How We Can Help

Meetings & Seminars www.meetup.com/BingoPetHospice* Medical Financial Assistance, Volunteer Assistance, Equipment Loan Mon Jan 5 at 6:30pm (1st Mon each month), Pet Support Group, Next Step Adoption Center, 711 Milner Dr., GSO. Wed Jan 14 at 6:30pm, Basics of Pet Insurance, Trupanion Insurance Rep, Leslie Metcalf, All Pets Considered, Community Room, 2614 Battleground Ave. GSO.

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ANIMAL ADOPTION & RESCUE FOUNDATION 336.768.7387 / www.aarfanimals.org

Cindy Lou

Shyla

has been a good mother to her four puppies. They were all rescued from the shelter when the puppies were still nursing and are now available for adoption. Cindy Lou is a very friendly, young mama who doesn’t know a stranger. She loves to cuddle and play and be

was found running loose with a chain padlocked to her collar. She is about 2 years old and is friendly with people. She likes to play with some other dogs, but can be initially intense with them. She is housebroken and crate-trained and is learning to walk on a leash. She is a smart girl who pays close attention to her foster family. She would be best in a home with someone who has had dogs before and will continue to train her.

Meet Cindy Lou and her babies at AARF’s weekend adoption fair at 311 Harvey Street, Saturdays from noon-3pm or visit us online at www.aarfanimals.org. Due to a home visit being part of the adoption process, applicants must live within one hour of Winston-Salem. n

Come meet Shyla at AARF’s weekend adoption fair at 311 Harvey Street, Saturdays from noon-3pm or visit www.aarfanimals.org. Due to a home visit being part of the adoption process, applicants must live within one hour of Winston-Salem. n

with her foster mom.

Marley

is a friendly one year old girl. She is housebroken and crate trained, but needs some work on leash training. She loves other dogs and gets along great with kids too! She has been with her original owners since she was a baby, but they must find her a new home and want it to be a great one! Come meet Marley at AARF’s weekend adoption fair at 311 Harvey Street, Saturdays from noon-3pm or visit www.aarfanimals.org. Due to a home visit being part of the adoption process, applicants must live within one hour of Winston-Salem. n

Ginger Joe is one of AARF’s special needs cats. He is FIV+ and will need to go into a home either as an “only cat” or with other FIV+ cats. We estimate that Joe was born in early 2011. He was rescued from Animal Control because he’s such a sweet boy. Contact us for more information about Ginger Joe. Visit www.aarfanimals.org for information about our adoption process. n

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Pixie

is a calico/torbie with personality plus! She was born in April 2014 and has already been spayed. Her foster family describes her as the “tomboy” in her litter -- energetic and playful.

Pixie will be ready to go to a new home soon, so contact us for more information. Go to www.aarfanimals.org for information about our adoption fair hours and adoption process. n

Chester. My name is Chester. I was rescued from Animal Control with my mom and four siblings when we were small babies in August of 2013. I am energetic, playful and LOVE people. I’m also the most beautiful of all the beautiful kitties!! Contact AARF for more information about me!! Please visit www.aarfanimals.org for information about our adoption process. n

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Hart-2-Heart Rescue

Prince Charles or Charlie as his friends call him, is a darling 7 pound chocolate-colored Poodle who is in search of his princess to shower with affection. This happy and playful Poodle boy gets along with other dogs and likes to be cuddled and held. Charlie is neutered, current on all shots, heartworm negative and has had comprehensive vet care, including a dental and blood panel. He is in tip-top shape for a 10-year-old guy.

If you are interested in finding out more about this princely guy, please email hart2heartrescue@gmail.com. Charlie is being fostered in Greensboro. n

Jay

Foster dog Jay was adopted as a puppy in 2009 and returned October 2014 when he had a horrible ear infection. His sweet personality and gentle nature was a great fit for our medical foster program. At nearly six years old, Jay is an active Shepherd mix that loves playing with other dogs, taking walks and cuddling with humans. He is house-trained, affectionate, loyal and would make an amazing family dog. Photo courtesy of Steph Skardal Photography.

Please email: projectpearl@triad.rr.com for more information or ask for Animal ID: A179764.

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Handsome brothers Ray Ray and Zeus may look like linebackers but they are gentle giants that respect simple commands. In their free time they enjoy all sports, playing fetch, reading novels and baking. We fell in love with these brothers and hope you do, too! Please ask for Animal IDS: A259068 and A259069. Photos courtesy of Terri Burke, Catch a Spark Photography. n

Kara.

Are you disappointed with mid-season finales of your favorite television show? Then meet Kara! She’s looking forward to watching television premiere’s with her new family! Her kennel splurged for Hulu and they are catching up on past seasons with weekly marathons! Put your TV guide down and ask for Animal ID: A300891. Photo courtesy of Kristin Deavers Photography. n

Sinclair. Nothing would make Sinclair happier than relaxing in a sunbeam from the backside of the couch. Handsome, affectionate, loving, full of personality all describe this twoyear-old tabby cat. Sinclair loves to play board games, enjoys learning about teas and has perfected his recipe for cinnamon French toast! Grab the car keys, drive over and please ask for Animal ID: A303949. Photo courtesy of Terri Burke, Catch a Spark Photography. n

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Go-Lucky Winnie can make the room light up with her beautiful smile! Uniquely marked, Winnie is another stray at FCAC that is waiting for a loving second chance. She’s shortening her New Year’s resolution list, but “Find a Home” is still at the top. Winnie is waiting to meet you, so please ask for Animal ID: A303828. Photo courtesy of Terri Burke, Catch a Spark Photography. n

Petite Layla has been waiting since October for her new home! Close your eyes while petting her and envision touching a soft, luxurious fabric. Her silky fur is unique, lovely and the envy of the kennel! Layla is a certified house inspector so she can take care of all the handy work around the home. Put the paintbrush down, finish laying out the tile and let Lyla be your foreman. Please ask for Animal ID: A301603. Photo courtesy of Maria West, Zozo Photography. n

Gorgeous Alexa was brought to FCAC as a stray and is ready to celebrate 2015 with her new family. Multitalented, Alexa won the shelter’s spelling bee, is a whiz at math and can often be seen using the shelter’s computer playing Minecraft. Looking to adopt a friendly feline to your family? Please ask for Animal ID: A303410. Photo courtesy of DesiLu Photography. n

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my name is Cinderella and I’m a female Boxer mix. My birthday is 7/10/14. I am very playful and sweet, just a gentle girl. One of my favorite things is giving the humans hugs and kisses. I am up-to-date on vaccinations, spayed, and ready for my forever family. Fill out an adoption application online at www.davienchumane.org or call 336-751-5214 if you are interested in adopting me.

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Thor

is a handsome 8 month old male DSH. Thor is the best kitty! He is relaxed, likes to cuddle, friendly with cats, dogs and children. He will make a great addition to any family. Call today! Please call FHS at 721-1303 for more information about adopting Thor. n

Meet Isaac,

a 2 year old male Siamese. This handsome cat needs to be in a home where he is the only feline. Isaac is very playful and eager for pets behind the ear. Call FHS at 721-1303 if you would like more information. n

Rusty is

Patch is a 4 month old male DSH. Patch is very curious, loves to play and enjoys the company of other kittens. Please call FHS at 721-1303 for more information. n

Meet Miss Forester. She is a 2 month old female Boxer/Hound mix and what a sweet and cuddly pup she is! Miss Forester loves chasing tennis balls and any toy that squeaks! Looking for a playful pup? Look no further than Miss Forester! Please call FHS at 721-1303 for more information. n

Duze

a 6 month old male Italian Greyhound/ Chihuahua mix. Outgoing and friendly, Rusty will make a great family pet for some lucky family!

is a 2 year old male Pit Bull mix. Duze was a skinny, outdoor-only dog before he came to FHS. He loves being indoors in foster care- all he needs is a family to call his own!

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BURLINGTON ANIMAL SERVICES

336.578.0343 / www.burlingtonnc.gov/pets

Comet

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is a very handsome, almost 2 year old Black Lab that came to us as a stray. This sweet boy is smart and knows sit and shake! Comet would truly love to start 2015 in a new forever home. He is neutered, current on shots and ready to go home for $80.

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Meet him at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 578-0343 for more information. n

old English Foxhound. He was found as a stray and would love a new home with a big yard and a family to love. He is neutered, up-to-date on his shots and available for $80.

Photo Courtesy of Furry Paws Photography

Flapjack

Cupcake is

is a 1 year old Black Lab mix. He has been waiting patiently since September for someone to fall in love with him! Flapjack was shy and reserved, but has really blossomed and is a happy, friendly boy now. All he needs is a loving family to start the new year with! He is neutered, current on shots and ready to go home for $80.

a 2 year old kitty with sweet little face and personality! She and Simon came in together as strays in early October. Cupcake is a loving girl who would make a wonderful companPhoto Courtesy of Furry Paws Photography ion for just about anyone! She is spayed, current on shots and available for $60. She is waiting to meet you at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 578-0343 for more information. n

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Winter is a

is a 5 year old tabby that came in as a stray with Cupcake. He is a handsome, laid-back fella who would love a second chance at love, happiness and a warm lap! He is neutered, cur-

rent on shots and available for $60. You can meet him at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 578-0343 for more information. n

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Simon

Photo Courtesy of Furry Paws Photography

You can meet this big love muffin at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 578-0343 for more information. n

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3 year old long hair, muted Tortie. Check out her beautiful whiskers! This pretty girl was found stray but has a New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resolution to start 2015 in a new forever home. She is friendly and enjoys being loved on. Winter is spayed, up-to-date on her shots and ready to go home today for $60.

Meet her at Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Rd., Haw River or call 578-0343 for more information. n

We believe the last weeks, days, and moments that an owner has with a pet are the most cherished times, and should be handled with dignity and love. By providing veterinary hospice and pet euthanasia services in the home, the human-animal bond is less disturbed, making a much more peaceful closing to a shared bond.

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Athena is a big, beautiful kitty, about 14 pounds. She is about 2 years old, and is OK with other cats, just ignores them! She really likes to look out the window and lounge around until you come by to pet her :)

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HUMANE SOCIETY OF ALAMANCE COUNTY 336.438.2023 / www.hsaconline.org

Autumn is a 2 month old kitty who, despite her pint size, packs quite the personality. She is very people-oriented and affectionate. Autumn also loves to play with her kitten foster siblings. She is litter box trained and absolutely purrfect! For information call 336-438-2023 or send an email to hsac@netpath.net. n

Lady Bug is such a photogenic young kitten! She is very polite and would much rather enjoy the glow of the tree than climb it! Lady Bug is litter-trained and extremely affectionate. She loves other pets, especially dogs! She is all around a very unique and special kitty! For information call 336-438-2023 or email hsac@netpath.net. n

For information call 336-438-2023 or email hsac@netpath.net. n

Lionel

is such a little butterball! His fluff is almost as big as his personality. Lionel absolutely loves the company of other animals, especially other kitties. He likes to walk on top of your book if you’re reading or on top of your computer because he likes to keep up with facebook and twitter. Adopt this friendly and socially savvy kitten! For information call 336-438-2023 or email hsac@netpath.net. n

Maizie

Minnie

For information call 336-438-2023 or email hsac@netpath.net. n

is a Hound and Cattle Dog mix. When she’s not busy picking up radio stations from other countries (big ear joke), she enjoys playing in the backyard with her foster siblings. Maizie is 1 year old and house-trained, plus she walks great on a leash! Maizie is very polite in the house and she enjoys couch snuggling. Adopt this perfect, cute companion!

Brake

is an adult Chihuahua with a very sweet personality. It is clear that someone was unkind to him early in his life, and he is still learning to trust. He is very loyal to those he trusts and loves, and he absolutely loves going on walks. He enjoys the company of other animals and we think this guy would make an excellent companion for someone with a laid back life.

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is a 1 year old Terrier mix who has been in our program for almost 6 months. She keeps asking us- what is the deal? She’s house-trained, adorable, and the absolute BEST cuddle buddy! Minnie gets along well with other larger, calm male dogs. We have not officially cat tested her, but we do know she has a prey drive (all terriers do), so we think avoiding smaller pet companions is a good idea! Adopt this hiking buddy today!

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Minka

is a 1 year, 6 month old Shepherd and Labrador Retriever mix. She has been spayed and is ready to go home today! Minka is known for her kind heart and sweet spirit. She spends her time here at our shelter mentoring young pups. She is calm and loving and her gentle personality is sure to rub off on anyone around her. Stop by the Rockingham County Animal Shelter today and give Minka the home that

she deserves! Adoption fee: $110.00! n

Juniper

is a 1-year old female Labrador Retriever mix. She is small in stature and extremely calm. Juniper has a sweet personality and loves tons of attention. She is shy at first, but quickly warms up. Juniper is at the Rockingham County Animal Shelter patiently waiting for her new home. Stop by today and make Juniper part of your family! Juniper’s adoption fee is $60.00! n

Marilyn

is a 1 year, 2 month old fluff ball. She has already been spayed and is ready to go home today! She has a bright and sunny personality and is sure to add a little happiness to your life. She has been making our shelter her home since October and would love to find a

forever home! Stop by the Rockingham County Animal Shelter today and make Marilyn part of your family! Adoption fee: $15.00! n

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Boss

is a 1-year old Terrier/Pit Bull mix. He has been neutered and is ready to go home today. He is extremely friendly, energetic, and playful. Boss is sure to add excitement to your life. You will never have a dull moment with this playful pup by your side. His adoption fee is $110.00! Stop by the Rockingham County Animal Shelter and make Boss part of your family today! n

Gordon

is a 2 year, 8 month old cat who considers our shelter his home. As much as we enjoy Gordon’s company, we would much rather find him a forever home. Gordon is your typical “fat cat” with a large personality. Some days he keeps you on your toes with his playful personality and other days he likes to show us his mellow and more relaxed personality. Stop by the Rockingham County Animal Shelter and welcome Gordon into your home! Adoption fee: $15.00! n

Alice

is a 7 month old kitten who has been calling our shelter her home since the beginning of November. She is ready to make a change and find a place to call her own. Alice is full of spunk and personality. She is certain to make your day just a bit brighter. Stop by the Rockingham County Animal Shelter today and give Alice the home and family that she has always dreamed about! Adoption fee: $15.00! n

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Sammy’s “Happy Picks”

Sammy, our rescued dog, made our lives so much richer! We will carry his special spirit in our memories forever. It is our sincere hope that his legacy can continue to shed a light on the life changing experience that’s waiting for you at your local animal shelter or rescue group.

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Project Pearl foster dog Hazel, came to the shelter as a stray with a grapefruit size tumor hanging from her chest. Testing positive for heartworms was a second roadblock into the county’s adoption program. Now that she is heartworm free, Hazel is looking for a loving home that will cherish her. Estimated at 5 years old, Hazel loves dogs, kids, cats and all people. She would make an excellent Photo courtesy of DesiLu Photography therapy dog and thrives at obedience.

Hazel

If you’d like to adopt Hazel, email: projectpearl@triad.rr.com or ask for Animal ID: A301109 n

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King’s Crossing Animal Hospital

Angel Fuller, DVM

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7607 NC Hwy 68 N., Suite E, Oak Ridge 336-644-7606 www.kingscrossinganimalhospital.com

Pepper. Put some Pep in your step! This spunky little girl loves everyone she meets. Pepper gets along well with the dogs and cats in her foster home, and she loves to play. She would make a wonderful running buddy and would do well with an active owner. Pepper has great indoor manners and is house-trained. She is 18 months old and weighs approximately 16 lbs.

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Molly. The Unsinkable Molly! This affectionate tuxedo beauty has had three legs since she was about 6 weeks old. Since she was a kitten, Molly lived the good life with a loving couple. Then they became physically unable to care for her. Now 7 years old, Molly may miss having her own special home, but she doesn’t miss her leg. She does everything any four-legged cat can do. Like rolling and rolling in pleasure at being petted, which she does a lot! Adoption fee $50. Molly is spayed, current on vaccinations, negative for FeLV/FIV, microchipped. Sheets Pet Clinic registers the microchip for you! Molly comes with a free sample of Advantage Multi. Email petadoptions@sheetspetclinic.com for an application. n

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Molli was born around February 2011 and is believed to be a Redtick Coonhound mix. She was saved from being tied up in a backyard surrounded by garbage. This pretty girl is great with people and plays well with other dogs. She spent all of her time outside before she was rescued. She is very much a people-dog and very eager to please. Molli is spayed, up-to-date on vaccinaRuff Love Rescue tions, microchipped, housetrained, and is on heartworm/flea/tick preventatives. Please visit www.ruffloverescue.com/adopt/app.php if you’d like to apply to adopt Molli or any of our other wonderful dogs! You can also meet Molli at one of our many adoption events. n

Meow Meow & Cici are twin sisters who are quiet and sweet. They’ve had a hard life in a trailer park where they had to race up to tree tops or hide under cars to escape dogs, cats and mean-spirited people. These petite, shiny little bookends are easy to get along with and enjoy a lap in which Purrfect Friends Cat Rescue & Adoption to purr and “make biscuits.” It would be great to see them adopted together. They’re spayed, vetted and ready for a new home. (There are two other sisters in the park waiting for space so they can be brought in, as well.) Call 336-389-8550, Purrfect Friends Cat Rescue and Adoption to give these little girls a permanent home. n

Sweetie is a female Corgi mix dog around 8 years old. She came to us after living on a chain for the first 1-1/2 years of her life. She is spayed, heartworm negative and on monthly prevention, up-to-date on all Spay Stokes vaccinations, and microchipped. Sweetie is very sweet and loves everyone! She is good with other dogs and would love to be your “couch potato” even though she loves to run and play! She is our rescue “mascot” that goes with us to all fundraisers and school presentations!She weighs about 38 lbs. so she is just the right size! If you think Sweetie would make a good addition to your home, please email us at: arsc2004@gmail.com. n

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Mimi, her brother and sister were rescued from a shelter when their owner lost her home and gave up all her cats. Mimi is a stumpy Manx, born about November 2010. She’s a sweet girl who likes to chat back if you talk to her. She is used to living in a multi-cat household and does very Tailless Cat Rescue well with other cats. She is vaccinated, wormed, spayed, microchipped, and FeLV/FIV negative. Her adoption fee is $75. For more informationvisit www.taillesscatrescue.com or you can email taillesscatrescue@hotmail.com. n

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Shearer, 4-5 years old, came to Elijah’s House from a back-yard breeder where she had been living with cancer in her front leg for an unknown period. Thankfully, rescue angels helped her find her way to us. Unfortunately the cancer had progressed to the point where amputation of her leg was reDoberman Rescue of the Triad quired in order to remove it all. The good news is that she is healing nicely and is pain- and cancer-free. She is adjusting beautifully and moving around on the remaining three with ease. She’s a sweet, loving, gentle girl who is clearly appreciative of the love and care she is receiving here at Elijah’s House. Visit www.doberman-rescue.com for more information. n

Claire. Hi, I’m Claire. I’m a sweet, demure, girly girl kitty, who loves to chase toy mice, wrestle with my brother Max, and get as much attention as I can from my humans. I love being petted and played with, and exploring new territory. I’ve never been around dogs or small children, so might do best in a home without them. I’m spayed, up-to-date on shots, and had my FeLv tests. I’m all ready to go to a great home!

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Millie

stray in Columbus County. A hot mess with ear and skin infections when she came into rescue, she has put that behind her and is now looking for her forever family. Cricket is around 1-1/2 years old, house-trained, crate-trained, knows some basic commands, and loves balls, sticks, and FRISBEES. She is very focused and intelligent, German Shepherd and with the right formal training, Rescue & Adoptions would likely make a good search and rescue dog. Cricket is looking for a cat-free home, a fenced yard, and an active family with which to spend lots of quality time.

is 3 years old and is upto-date on her shots, heartworm meds, spayed and microchipped. She came to CRT after she was rescued from a flea market where she was used as a breeder dog. Her foster mom does not think that she was socialized because she is very scared of new people. She’s never offered to bite but just tries to run away. Once she gets to know you, she will come over to be petted. She gets along with other dogs. Her foster mom believes that if the right person can be Chihuahua Rescue found that will be patient with her, they will end up with a very special little girl. Millie weighs 4.5-5 lbs.

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Training Your Pet

Precious the Pit Bull by Chris N. Martin, Dogs Anonymous

intense personal space interaction. SHE got a call one day from a lady PERFORMED BREATHTAKINGLY. The (now one of my best friends) girl went back to her duties at the cash who told me of a female Pit Bull register and Precious darted over to her who was in a bad situation with and huddled by her legs and glanced up as irresponsible owners who had if to say, “More, please!” done everything they could to make her As we left the store I was starting to the kind of dog that grabs media coverage tear up thinking of the transformation that for all the WRONG reasons. Within a few this little dog has undergone, and most short days, she was to be turned importantly, the amount of time it has into the local animal shelter where she taken to get her to the point where she would have scant chance of ever coming could interact with a complete stranger so out again. Above, Precious when she first came to Dogs extremely well. You see, this isn’t a story My “now” friend knew of my work and Anonymous, terrified and confused. Below, Precious of a 60 minute TV turn around or “results soft spot for Pits and asked if there was any today, a goofy, fetch-happy pack member. guaranteed within 30 days or your money way I could take her in, work with her, back”. This is the story of how long it can and get her adoption-ready. take and the work and patience that can be Of course, I said YES! I remember involved in truly rehabilitating a dog with Precious’ arrival that day: quickly severe fear aggression, anxiety, etc. And scooting out of the pick up truck in THAT is the point of this article. This is which she was brought, eyes wide with the kind of unswerving attention to control anxiety and confusion, and hunkering the environment, not moving forward too down behind one of the girls who had quickly with scenarios that the dog is not brought her to us. She let out a brief, ready for and ALWAYS having safety low rumbling growl and turned her head. parameters in place to insure that if there is I broke eye contact immediately and even the slightest chance of the dog biting instead of focusing on Precious, I made someone, IT DOESN’T HAPPEN. my introductions to the two girls who Could I have gotten Precious to where helped rescue her. she is today sooner? Sure. There are techniques that one can employ Probably smelling all the dogs, both mine and my clients, on my to really “kick it up a notch” as Emeril would say, but these tools pants, Precious slinked forward behind me and sniffed towards my have to be used very carefully or they can actually have the opposite pockets in which I always keep treats. Without breaking conversation with the girls, I slowly put my hand in my pocket and produced a treat effect. There are certain situations where I would consider using certain “quick results” techniques if the dog was in danger of being and dropped it to the ground for her. She sat and waited patiently to rehomed or of being put down. And even then, there is no guarantee. see if I would do it again. I did. This was my introduction to Precious That’s why I always like to remind folks that ANY training is a more than 2 years ago. When I first thought of writing this article on Precious and our lifelong commitment! journey with her from that terrified, potentially dangerous dog to goofy, fetch-happy pack member, we were in Lowe’s taking her for a walk through. Each of our pack members gets a walk in Lowe’s or Chris Martin is a certified trainer from Animal Behavior College other public dog-friendly biz once a month and this was Precious’ and a registered member of IACP. He is the owner of Dogs turn. We were on our way out and were waiting for Stephen to pay for Anonymous and has studied directly under the world renowned a purchase at the counter when the young lady who was cashiering veterinarian and animal behaviorist Dr. Ian Dunbar. Chris has noticed Precious and gasped with cooing adoration. Almost before helped train some of the more difficult cases with SPCA of the I could react, she swooped down to Precious and gently grasped Triad and Animal Rescue and Foster Program of Greensboro. her head and put her head to hers. I quickly dropped down to See ad on page 41. monitor the behavior as I didn’t feel Precious was up to this level of

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Training Your Pet

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for sports entertainment, including one on the patio where outdoor seating is available. Fishers and Corner Slice are both pet friendly establishments. They feature two patios with comfortable seating, water bowls and a great spot to relax with your “best friends”. Aside from owning two restaurants, Doug Jones finds the time to put together a fund raiser every year for man’s best friend. His two Labs accompany him to work most mornings. He enjoys their company so much, he decided having two pet friendly patios would just enhance both his businesses. And guess what? It really does! Fishers Grille and The Corner Slice are conveniently located in historic Fisher Park. Walking distance from many downtown venues. Fishers Grille is located in historic Fisher Park Greensboro, at 608 North Elm Street. The building was constructed in 1927 and originally housed an A&P Supermarket. They’re conveniently located within walking distance to Newbridge Park, downtown Greensboro venues, hotels, Greensboro’s museums, and Center City Park. Doug Jones, the owner, has been in the restaurant business since 1971 and bought Fishers Grille in 1993. Fishers is a relaxing neighborhood restaurant and bar serving a tasty selection of Cajun, Dixie, and California burgers and chicken; sandwiches and subs featuring French dips, tuna, Reuben, and Sicilian; and freshly made house, taco and Greek salads. Fishers Grille features live Blues bands every Tuesday night, and also features eight flat screen TVs showing all sports. They offer drink specials daily, and are famous for Angus beef burgers and signature sauces. Jones, along with his son Josh, opened The Corner Slice right next door at 600 North Elm Street. This location offers a wide variety of pizzas, subs and salads. The pizzas are cleverly named after nearby streets such as Isabel with Ranch dressing, bacon and roasted chicken; Magnolia served with white sauce, spinach, chicken and feta; South Park which includes ham, pineapple and cheese; they also offer vegetables of your choice. Besides 14 different beers on tap, the Corner Slice serves crab dip, potato skins and garlic knots, just to name a few. There are four wide-screened televisions

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Stories to Inspire

…I heard coming from a back corner the frantic cries of a kitten. It looked so scared and bedraggled; it was the first time I had ever been afraid to pick up a kitten.

A God Send by Patricia Small

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e have something,” were the first words I heard from my brother as I exited my car one afternoon. I always stopped by after work to feed the two cats we share at our old home place where he still lives. He led me over to an old dilapidated outbuilding, where I heard coming from a back corner the frantic cries of a kitten. It looked so scared and bedraggled; it was the first time I had ever been afraid to pick up a kitten. Fearing if I took the time to find some gloves, I’d lose it if it darted through a nearby hole; I mustered up the courage and picked it up. It was light as a feather, not much more than skin stretched over sharp, protruding bones, with pus filled eyes, and a putrid odor. It looked about a month old but its ears and back legs told me it was probably older, just stunted from malnourishment. Upon examination I could tell it was a female. Fortunately, it was still strong enough to eat some canned cat food. “Where did you come from?” I asked her. I couldn’t imagine. She was so little. I searched the other outbuildings for her mother or other siblings and found none. The only possibility was she was “dumped” as all of our other pets over the years have been. There are still people in this world

that think they are doing their pets a favor by letting them out to try and find someone to take them in. The problem is, by the time we’ve been able to adopt ours, they’ve either lost an eye, or have contracted feline leukemia or AIDS or like the last three have stunted growth with its complications. This little kitten had almost died of starvation. It was early evening, so I wrapped our new found friend in a towel and made a bed for her in the chair by where my brother sleeps not knowing if she would live through the night. My brother had just left a job he had been at for the last 15 years. His friends were there. Work was all he knew. The transition was hard for him. He is in his early 60’s, had worked constantly since he was a teenager and is one of these people who thrive on work. He was moody and heading for some serious depression. “What did you eat today?” I’d ask while keeping a watchful eye on him. “I had a few sips of Coke and a candy bar” was becoming too frequent an answer to my question. How long had it been since I had heard his usual, quick laugh? The kitten’s sudden appearance seemed to upset him, which surprised me, since he had worked with a feral colony in the past and helped tame the kittens that were

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found so they could be adopted. He had often hinted about wanting to bring one home but never did. “Do what you think is best” he said not offering to adopt her himself. I knew my spitfire of a cat at my house would never tolerate her. “Weren’t our lives complicated enough?” I asked the kitten while holding her in a towel the next morning, as I tried to decide what to do with her. I had called around and been told all the rescue groups were full up on kittens and my only option may be a “kill” animal shelter. My brother came and sat beside me “What are you going to do with her?” he asked, seeming to soften. “I have to get her some medical help,” I answered. Her tail was being eaten by maggots. When I bathed her that morning with a warm soft rag it turned rusty from the blood of flea infestation. I had figured an amount of the most I could scrap out of my pitiful savings to try and save her and if that was not enough I would have to take her to the animal shelter. “Well, she can stay around here a few days. We don’t even know if she may belong to a neighbor,” he answered. “Her name is Amanda.” I told him. “So you’ve already named her,” he replied with a slight smile on his face. We both knew then we would keep her. A few days later the first time I heard

“Her name is Amanda.” I told him. “So you’ve already named her,” he replied with a slight smile on his face. We both knew then we would keep her.

my brother laugh again was over one of Amanda’s antics. After that she became a constant joy and companion to him and a comic relief for me as I watched my brother slowly pull out of his depression. Deep down, I was relieved when I took down the signs in the neighborhood that no one responded to. I think Amanda doubled in size the first week we had her and since has doubled a couple of more times. She not only edged her way into my brother’s heart, but into his bed. Being the old confirmed bachelor he is, I’ve known the nights at times are

long for him. There is something comforting in being able to reach out into the dark and touch a warm, breathing thing, next to you, even if it is just a mite of a kitten. To hear it’s little “motor” start up in response. And I’m sure Amanda is comforted when she sprawls out on a warm breathing chest with a heart beating like the mother’s she once knew. I later looked back and saw a prayer I had written in the daily journal that I keep, “Oh Father, I release my brother to you tonight. Please send an angel to comfort him. He’s losing ground…We need a miracle.”

About the author: Patricia Small lives in

Jamestown, writes articles about growing up in a small town and life’s experiences. Patricia is a lover of all creatures great and small. You may contact Patricia at: smallpatricia7@gmail.com

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Next Step Adoption Center, 711 Milner Dr., Greensboro. Open Saturdays 11am-3pm, Sundays 1-4pm, Wednesdays 5-8pm. CLOSED for the Holidays from December 22-January 2. Call 574-9600 for info or visit us online at www.arfpnc.com. Sunday, January 18 - Triad Bartenders Ball at Embassy Suites Greensboro Airport. $65 per person includes alcohol and food, proceeds benefit ARFP. Visit www.triadbartendersball.com for more information. Want to volunteer? Contact us at savapup2@aol.com. Pet Therapy w/ARFP. Take your pet for a cheery visit to meet residents in area facilities. Contact Happy at sephappy@triad.rr.com for more information.

Bingo Pet Hospice See ad on page 23.

New Year, New Apartment Come home to York Towne in 2015!

Recently renovated townhomes with 1, 2 & 3 bedroom floorplans

York Towne pet-friendly apartments

We love pets & donate pet fees to local non-profit animal rescue groups.

336-299-3580 3601 Lynhaven Dr., Greensboro www.yorktowneapts.com

Call today for specials!

CREATURE COMFORTS Pet Sitting Service

10+ yrs. experience

The Best Care For Your Best Friend We provide your dog, cat, and/or other pets the care they need while you’re away, in the security of their own home.

336-250-9239

Serving Browns Summit, Summerfield & Greensboro

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Feral Cat Assistance Program (FCAP)

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For information on monthly Spay Day Clinics, call 336-378-0878, Line 1.

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Open 7 days a week from 10am-6pm at 1701 Pleasant Ridge Rd in Greensboro. Please call Robin at 336-414-1373 to make an appointment or visit our website at www.findinggreathomes.petfinder.com.

Forsyth County Animal Control 5570 Sturmer Park Cir, Winston-Salem. Phone: 336-703-3647.

Forsyth Humane Society (FHS) On-site Adoption Center, 61 Miller St, Winston-Salem. Hrs: 11:30am-6pm Mondays, Wednesdays-Fridays (closed Tuesdays); 10am-4pm Saturdays & 1-4pm Sundays.

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AT HOME VETERINARY HOUSECALLS

Housecalls from a Full Service Veterinary Hospital State-of-the-Art Mobile Veterinary Clinic Serves as an Examination, Treatment, and Surgery Room

Routine Preventive Care • Dental Services Surgical Services • Euthanasia Great for multiple pets, large dogs & cats that do not travel well At Home Veterinary Housecalls 336-855-5110 Susie Hodnett, DVM www.ahvet.net Greensboro city limits only

Serving Greensboro since 1990

Thursday, January 29 – Sedgefield Elementary on Groometown Rd Pet Ed. 1pm

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Humane Society of Davidson County

Off Leash Reliability

The Spay & Neuter Commuter runs every 3rd Wednesday of the month. Low cost spay/neuter provided by board certified veterinarian at Planned Pethood in GSO, by appointment only. Pets are picked up in Davidson County and returned the following day. Visit online at www.thespayandneutercommuter.com or call 336-237-0131 for details.

Obedience Training

Puppy Training

Free Consultations

Guaranteed Results

Community Focused

Humane Society of the Piedmont See ads on pages 7 & 39. Planned Pethood Spay & Neuter Clinic - Offering financial assistance to qualified Guilford County applicants. Located at 4527 West Wendover Avenue, Greensboro. Services available Monday-Friday by appointment only. Please call 299-3999 for details.

Pet Supplies & More See ad on page 10.

Happy, well-behaved dogs should be the rule in every household, not the exception.

336-430-5618 n www.RedBeardDogTraining.com

Saturday, January 3 - Rabies Clinic to be held at store.

Randolph County Animal Shelter 1370 County Land Rd, Randleman. Phone: 336-683-8235.

Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue Network (RDF) See ad on page 33. March 7 2015: Mark your calendars for our 7th annual Dogs on the Catwalk event! More details coming soon to our website at www.reddogfarm.com.

Rockingham County Animal Shelter (RCAS) 250 Cherokee Camp Rd in Reidsville. Phone: 336-394-0075. Community Spay/Neuter Clinic-Rockingham County Animal Shelter. Dogs-$75, cats-$65, by appmt only - call for date. MUST BRING PROOF OF A CURRENT RABIES VACCINATION or veterinarian on staff will provide one at an extra cost of $10. Animals must be brought in individual crates or you may rent one for $5 for dogs or $2 for cats. Call 336-394-0075 for details.

boarding & grooming “Tender Loving Care When You’re Not There.”

• Luxury Villas with Webcam • Expert Grooming • Veterinarian Next Door 8am-6pm Mon.-Fri. • 8am-12pm Sat.

7903 Cramer Court (Hwy. 150 E. & Church St.)

336-644-7777 • almosthome-kennel.com

SPCA of the Triad Saturday, January 3 - Low-Cost Rabies & Microchip Clinic - 11am-2pm @ Pet Supplies & More, 2215 Fleming Rd, Greensboro. Saturdays, January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - Pet Adoption Fair - 1-4pm @ Pet Supermarket, 3316 Battleground Ave, Greensboro Sundays, January 4, 11, 18, 25 - Pet Adoption Fair - 1-4pm @ Petco, 4217 W. Wendover Ave, Greensboro Saturday, January 24 - Paint Your Pet Night, 6-9pm @ Wine & Design, 1821 Pembroke Rd, Greensboro

Tailless Cat Rescue Saturday, January 17 - Adoption Fair at All Pets Considered, 2614 Battleground Ave, in Greensboro from 11am-3pm.

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Check Out our Custom Distressed Collection

Beds, Bookcases, Occasional Tables, Entertainment & more

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proceeds goes to animal rescue

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Collectible glass Unique jewelry Vintage/Retro clothing records & books and so MUCH more!

NC Art & Antiques Mall 1590 Peters Creek Parkway

Monday-Saturday 10a-8p / Sundays 1p-6p 336-721-9904

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You Can Help Us Save the Lives of Animals in NC Purchase an I Care Animal Lover’s License Plate Go Online to Find Out More: http://ncplatesforpets.com/ $20 from Every Plate Sold Funds the North Carolina Spay & Neuter Program

Central Spay Neuter and Wellness reminds you, don’t forget to have all of your pets vaccinated for rabies

Spay/Neuter

Walk-in Vaccine Clinics

Mon-Thurs (with appointment)

NO office visit fees!

10% off any Male Dog neuter surgery

Every Mon. & Wed. 9am-noon

January 2015 SPECIAL!

Central Spay Neuter and Wellness Clinic 2780 West Mountain Street, Kernersville, NC

336-723-7550 • www.Centralspay.com

Closed Fridays

Keeping Your Bite Bright!

Family, Laser, & Cosmetic Dentistry

Offering personalized, gentle care for all your dental needs. • Cleanings & general checkups • Cosmetic dentistry - bonding & bleaching • Dental implants • Oral surgery • Crowns, bridges, root canals • Non-surgical periodontics • Nitrous oxide gas • Sealants • Complete, Comprehensive Care Facility

“my people go to Dr. Taylor” New patient discount with recent pet adoption!

Philip E. Taylor, DDS, PA office hours: Tuesday—Friday, 8 am-3:30 pm

336.373.9988 • nc2thdoc@aol.com 911 Cherry Street (near Wendover & Church Streets in Greensboro) Dental Insurance Accepted

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