Pet of The Year 2022

2022

PET YEAR OF THE

Official Prize Sponsor

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2—Lewistown, PA

Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Sponsored by Big Valley Animal Hospital All of our Cats are tested for Feline Leukemia and FIV. They are Spayed and/or Neutered as well as litter trained.

Little

Ernie

Joy

Gracie

Josie

Jerry

Donations are always appreciated. We are always in need of food, litter, litter boxes, scooper, dishes, bed and toys.

VISIT the website to see all the available animals for adoption www.roffrescue.com or call 1-877-933-ROFF (7633)

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Pet of The Year Contest

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Pet Of The Year Contest Official Voting Form

OFFICIAL BALLOT

The Sentinel 352 Sixth St., Lewistown, PA 17044 Attn: Pet Contest or drop off at The Sentinel building.

Contest Rules (See pages 3&4, 6&7, and 9 for Photos): ≤ The Sentinel readers will vote for the pet they think is the “Pet of the Year” from the pet pictures in this section, or the online gallery. ≤ There will be only one winner of the prize package and the decision based on the pet who receives the most votes will be final. ≤ Individuals may vote once per day online and with printed ballot. To vote online, click the link on The Sentinel home page. (Facsimilies will be disqualified) ≤ Employees and immediate family members of the The Sentinel and contest sponsors are not eligible to enter the contest. ≤ Winning pet’s owner will receive $100 gift card from Flickinger’s ≤ DEADLINE TO VOTE FOR PET OF THE YEAR IS APRIL 24, 2022 WINNER WILL BE NOTIFIED! VOTE ONLINE: lewistownsentinel.secondstreetapp.com/Pet-2022/

MUST USE THIS FORM ≤ YOU CAN ALSO VOTE ONLINE AS WELL Additional Sections w/Entry Forms can be purchased at The Sentinel Complete & Mail by April 24, 2022

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Winner’s name and photo may be used in promotional advertising. The Sentinel cannot answer or respond to telephone calls regarding any contestant. The decision of the reader’s votes will be final.

ROFF and Pet Pantry to benefit from Pet of the Year contest The Sentinel is pleased to announce that for the eleventh consecutive year, half of the entry fee proceeds from the Pet of the Year contest will be donated to local non-profit organizations that aid pets. Both Rescue Our Furry Friends (ROFF) and Mifflin Co. & Juniata Co. Pet Pantry will receive a donation of $153.75. To find out more about ROFF and see dogs and cats available for adoption, search “ROFF Rescue” on Facebook. The Mifflin/Juniata Pet Pantry is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to helping the low income pet families of Mifflin and Juniata Counties in Central Pennsylvania. You can search for them on Facebook to learn more.

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Sweetie

Lila

Adami

6 years old Chihuahua

2 years old Abyssinian

12 Years Old Poodle

Linda Chester

Terri Lukens-Gable

Todd Sunderland & Nichole Welch

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Meme

7 Years Old Dachshund

Chandler (Channy)

8 month old Yorkton

1 Year Old Short Haired

Todd Sunderland & Nichole Welch

Maxine King

Andrea, JB, and Ava Baker

Winston

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Neville 1 Year Old Chartreux Andrea, JB and Ava Baker (Neville is the brother to Chandler)

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Mina Jo

Knoebels

6 Years Old Rescued

2 Years Old Rescued

Marcia Baillie

Kevin Baillie

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#12

Poppy

Ollie

Jilly

2 Years Old American Staffordshire Terrier Mix

4 Year Old Rescue.

Pom/Chi.

4 Years Old Chi/Jack Russell,

Ashley Weiand

Diane L. Logan

Diane L. Logan

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Ladie Daizee

#15

Carmella Louise

4 Months Old Golden Doodle

Rescued by DuMor. Promoted to “Madam Chair”

Vickie McMullen

Marcia Baillie

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Tahoe

Mia Sue 8 Year Old Pitbull

Brad and Joy Rhoads

John E Frymyer Jr.

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Jelly aka Mr. Bean 5 Years Old Miniature Dachshund

Alberta Pennepacker

Libby Sue 2 Years Old Wired Hair Fox Terrier/Chihuahua& Dachshund Samantha Seigler &Chase Nealman

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Bandit

Lexie

2 Year Old Miniature Poodle

Golden Retriever

Wendy Henry

Joy Byler

Luke Casner

#22

9 Month Old DM Shorthair.

#18

10 Month Old Yellow Lab

#19

Lowie

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Sven

Skylynn

Pugsy

4 Year Old Tom Cat.

6 Year Old. Yellow Lab.

15 Year Old Pug-Beagle.

Josh Marks

Rodney & Becky Marks Jr.

Josh Marks

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Sheba

Forest

Sandy

15 Year Old Long Hair.

14 Year Old Beagle-Terrier.

Forever in Our Hearts

9 Year Old Boxer.

Forever in My Heart

Marks Family

Josh Marks

Marks Family

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Joey 6 Month Old Corgi.

Meghan McWilliams

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#30

Sally Magally

Catalena Sophia

11 Year Old Domestic Tena and John Kauffman

4 Year Old Siamese.

Tena and John Kauffman

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Leonardo Antonio 4 Year Old Siamese.

Tena and John Kauffman

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Vera

Fadie Sadie “Firecracker”

8 Month Old Calico

10 Month OldMaine Coon

Teresa Hannon

Michelle and Randy Romig

#35

Bella Short Haired Domestic Shirley Lommo

#36

Lacey

Oreo

1 1/2 year Yorkie Poo

2 Year Old Domestic Short-Hair Mix

Barbara L Simonetti

Claudia & Scarlett.

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~ Routine vaccinations & exams, soft tissue surgery, orthopedic surgery & dental procedures. ~ 101 Three Cent Lane, Reedsville, PA 17084 Mon-Fri 8:00am to 5:00pm Sat 8:00am to 11:00am

* Huge discount on stray cats spay & neuter Sponsored by Big Valley Animal Hospital ROFF is always in need of dishes, leashes, collars, food, treats & toys.

Since our rescue has begun we have taken in hundreds of cats and dogs. Through the years many of them were fortunate enough to find their forever home, however every year we have several that have not. All of the animals will always have a place with us as we are a no kill rescue. We are asking our community for help to find these loving cats and dogs a forever home. If your home and heart has room and you’re considering adopting a new pet, please consider one of our many rescues.

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Daisy May

Buffy 3 year Old Jug. Mike and Amy Snook

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10 Year Old Boston Terrier.

Mike and Amy Snook

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Sunny

Buster

1 Year Old Domestic Short-Hair.

Mike and Amy Snook

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Pacer Presley Foltz

19 Year Old Long-Haired Chihuahua,

1 Year Old Alley Cat.

Amanda Rothenhoefer

Hazel Foltz

Chewbacca 2 Years Old

Pekingese/Shihtzu Mix Star Hampton

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10—Lewistown, PA

Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Guide to Adopting a Shelter Dog Pet adoption rates soared during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The desire to adopt was so significant that animal shelters around the country nearly emptied.

According to Dr. Elizabeth Berliner, an associate clinical professor and the director of the Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program at Cornell University, as many as one in five pet-owning homes adopted a new pet during the pandemic.

Animal shelters are once again reaching capacity. As with many industries, there simply isn’t enough staff to care for all the animals. Furthermore, animal adoption saturation over the past year may have con-

tributed to fewer people seeking new pets. Those who still have room and love to share can put these tips to use as they look for a furry friend to call their own.

- Do your research.

Ensuring your pup can seamlessly transition from the shelter to your home requires some pre-adoption legwork.

This animal will be occupying a spot in your home and heart for 10 years or more if all goes well. The size of the dog, age, anticipated energy levels, exercise needs, shedding capacity, and overall personality can affect how well the dog fits in. Research breeds and try to find one that suits your household and

lifestyle before visiting the shelter.

- Start local first.

Don’t discount local groups when searching for pets. Many small rescues can’t afford the time or money to main-

tain a website or constant social media presence. But they make up for that by being handson when matching pets with people.

- Be sure everyone is on board. All members

of the household need to share the same enthusiasm for the dog. Weigh everyone’s opinions, but expect that certain people will take on more responsibility for the pet than others.

- Consider your finances. Although adopting a dog is initially less expensive than buying, there’s still the adoption fee to consider and other costs that come with dog ownership. Routine vet visits, emergency medical situations, food, grooming, training classes, toys, and other needs should be considered.

The American Kennel Club previously found the average annual costs for dog ownership is $2,500. One-time or

irregular costs, such as a crate, spaying/neutering or emergency vet care, cost an average of $2,100. However, these rates vary depending on where you live.

- Is space available?

Dogs need space. While a chihuahua may need less space than a Great Dane, make sure you have adequate room in a home, apartment and backyard for the breed you are considering.

The day a dog is welcomed into the family is a joyous occasion. That joy only increases when prospective dog owners do their homework and find a dog that will fit right in with their families.

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Check Out Some of Our Sentinel Pets - They Can’t Win but We Love Them Anyway!

Employee Pet #1

Employee Pet #2

Employee Pet #3

Cooper

Tigger

Rescue

Rescue

4 years Old Long Hair

Stacy and Scott Metzgar

Stacy and Scott Metzgar

Makayla, Maddalynn, Ethan

Employee Pet #4

Employee Pet #5

JiJi

Employee Pet #6

In Memory of Misty

Lucy

Luna

12 Years Old

2 Years Old

2 years Old

Sonya Zimmerman

Jana Stevens

Lab/ Chow Makayla Byers

Employee Pet #7

Chester

Employee Pet #8

Rocky

Employee Pet #10

Lilly Chinchilla

4 Yeards Old Mandy Kehler

Employee Pet #9

Erin Thompson

Employee Pet #11

Erin Thompson

Employee Pet #12

Nova

Pippin

Zorro

Chinchilla

Chinchilla

4 Years Old Pitbull/Lab Mix

Erin Thompson

Erin Thompson

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