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Expanding Families One Pet at a Time PawPrints Magazine's Homeless cover Model Photo by: Michael Cline Photography

Being a cover model really suits me, don’t you think? Relaxing on a kitty couch, wearing a bowtie and being the focus of everyone’s attention was way more fun than I expected. My name is Dobby and you need to see me in person to take in my full beauty with my silver-wispy fur! I am just as playful as I am handsome. I especially like little mice toys. I’m a 4-month-old kitten who has been neutered and vaccinated (my shots are good through Fall 2018)! I am healthy and ready to move right into your heart and home. Meet me any Saturday, from 10am to 7pm, at PetSmart at Monkey Junction (5226 S. College Road in Wilmington). For more info about me, please call or text my All 4 Cats foster mom at 910-859-3184 or email [email protected] to visit with me in foster care (located near Monkey Junction in Wilmington). All 4 Cats will also insert my microchip free with paid registration to Home Again! Isn’t that cool? You can also visit www.facebook.com/all4catsrescue to see other cats and kittens up for adoption. Special purry thanks and sandpaper kisses to Michael Cline Photography for capturing my handsomeness!

Dineen Animal Hospital

1132 Floral Parkway - Wilmington, NC 28403

JEFF J. DINEEN, D.V.M. BETSY BURBANK, D.V.M. EVE MILLS, D.V.M.

(910) 799-3400

Cats ~ Dogs

I’m a sweetheart Hi! My name is Peanut! named Rosco and Don't I have the cutest I’d love to be part of face? I got my name your family! At just because I like peanuts!! 2-years-old, I may Right now I am living be a Husky mix as I with a foster after I was do have the soft, found wandering along a heavy coat of a road. My foster dad saw Husky. I’m a quiet, to it that I was spayed warm-hearted and vaccinated. The vet fellow who loves thinks I am less than everyone I meet. 2-years-old. I would love I weigh just 40 a forever home with pounds - not too big adults who understand and not too small - cats. I love legs and feet and I just love to be and rub all over them but petted and given I don't really like to be attention. My held for a long time. I health is great, too. might nibble your fingers I’m neutered, vacci- if you pet me too long. I nated and on heartworm prevention. Please come over am an independent but and spend a little time with me - you’ll see what a fantastic loving and happy cat. I am fine with other adult cats and boy I am and how lucky you’d be to adopt me! I’m at Pen- adult humans. If you can understand my "quirks" and want der Humane Society and their number is 910-259-7022 if to make my dreams come true, please contact my sponsor you’d like to ask any questions. Hope to see you soon! at 910-262-8890 for a chance to meet me!!

I am sponsored by Top Toad in the Cotton Exchange in I am sponsored by Sharon Harmon and Downtown Wilmington, NC. Thank you! Barbara Blandine. Thank you!

I’m hoping that my smiling face will melt your heart! My name is Buddy (A369067) and life changed for me when my owner died. I’m a 9-year- old, neutered boy who is house- trained. I’ve been around other dogs and kids, but I’ve never been around cats. I’m a sweetheart, so I hope you’ll hurry over to meet me! Please call New Hanover Sheriff’s Office Animal Ser- vices Unit at 910-798-7500 to adopt me.

Sponsored in loving memory of Roxy.

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We are sponsored by the Miss Avis Davis Fund in loving memory of Maryrose Miller. Miss Avis Davis, 1990-2005

I am Po and I've had Hello! My name is to make some big life Rayne but I prom- adjustments so I have ise to bring you been scared lately. feelings of bright My foster mom prom- skies and sun- ises that I'm a good shine. My foster boy and that my shy- mom says I am ness is wearing off super social and day by day. I like to loving. I was born play with feather toys, late-summer of and to watch the ball 2016 and I had a

All 4 Cats spin around in my nice home for a favorite scratchy toy. good long while. But now, through no fault of my own, I I'm a big boy and if am looking for a fresh new start. Would you like to kick off you give me a chance, the new year with me? We can have a fresh new start I'll show you I'm very sweet and loving! To adopt together! Meet me Saturdays at PetSmart at Monkey from All 4 Cats, email [email protected] or Junction! Or meet me in my foster home by emailing text or call 919-710-3872. [email protected] or by calling 919-710-3872.

Hello, I'm Hi, my name is Lu Tinkerbell and I’m a 7-year-old and I’m new beautiful bombshell. I

to Adopt-An- lost my home when Adopt-An-ANGEL ANGEL. I my owner's health am a little 10- failed. I am quiet and pound dog easy in the house. I who was am also house-trained overlooked at and super sweet. I the animal have already been shelter for spayed and I’m cur- several months. I came in with 9 other dogs who have rent on vaccinations, all been adopted - so that means I’m really good too. Didn’t I look dap- with other dogs. I am 6-years-old and I could be a per in my Christmas Chinese Crested and Chihuahua mix. I am absolutely bells? Please come unbelievably sweet. And just look at my soulful eyes. meet me at Petco on Please come see me at Petco on weekends. For more weekends. For more information, please give us a call info, call 910-392-0557 or visit www.adoptanangel.net. 910-392-0557 or visit www.adoptanangel.net.

My name is Roy and I'm a Hi, I’m Nibbles, an good ole' hound dog! I'm 8-year-old male dwarf currently undergoing heart- rabbit who weighs only worm treatment while about 2 to 3 pounds! hanging out with my foster I am still working on mom, other foster dogs and being litter-trained but I kitties! Once I get through love other bunnies and this treatment, I'll be ready people! I spend my for my own forever home days with my bunny where I can get the love friend hopping through and attention I've missed tunnels, eating timothy all my life. I really like sun- hay and enjoying the bathing during the day, beautiful sunshine! playing with my toys and getting belly rubs! At night, However, I would like RescueConnect I sleep quietly in my crate and just love being in- a forever home to call side! I get along with everyone and I'm a low key my own! I'm ready to guy! Wouldn't you like to add an easy-going guy like hop into your life and me to your family? Please call 910-352-5150 to learn give you love and snuggles! Contact RescueConnect at more about my super-sweet personality! 910-352-5150 if you are interested in adopting me!

Volume 16 - Number 10

PawPrints Magazine™

Publishers / Editors Kelly Wall & Diane Pour

Cover Photographer 42 29 35 Michael Cline Photography

Head Writer Kelly Wall In This Issue Graphic Design Diane Pour Features:

How To Reach Us: We welcome Adoption Celebration...……………………………………….....46 comments, suggestions, article ideas, Calendar of Events……………….……………………………...43 questions and subscription inquiries. Please send them to: Shelter News & Events……….………………………………....41

PawPrints Magazine 11th Annual Monty’s Home Pet Expo………….………………..6 P.O. Box 4834 Wilmington, NC 28406 910-264-3647 Email: [email protected] Animal Shelters & Organizations:

www.PawPrintsMagazine.com www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine Miss Avis Davis Fund…………...…..…..….……..…..…….. 5 Adoption Options…………………………..…….………… 8-9 PawPrints Magazine is dedicated to saving the lives of homeless animals by promoting shelter Adopt-An-ANGEL……………………..………...... ……....11 adoptions. We provide an up-to-date pictorial directory of shelters, humane societies and Brunswick County Sheriff’s Animal Protective Services... 15 rescue organizations in the Cape Fear area. Deadline for submissions is before the 15th of Cat Adoption Team………………………..……………..….17 each month. Please call to verify date. Cat Tails…………………….………………………….……. 19 PawPrints Magazine is published on a monthly basis by Zappareta Publications, Inc. All non- New Hanover Sheriff’s Office Animal Services….………. 21 profit organizations and individuals who are not in the business of breeding and/or selling PAW’S Place………..………………………………..……... 29 animals are welcome to participate in the magazine. PawPrints Magazine cannot Pender County Animal Shelter……………...………..…… 31 guarantee the health or temperament of any animal offered for adoption through this Pender Endangered Animal Rescue……………………... 33 publication. We try to keep information as current and accurate as possible; however, we Pender Humane Society…..…………….………….……... 35 cannot guarantee the availability of a specific animal. Prospective pet parents must contact Rescue Animals Community Effort……………………….. 37 the shelter directly to make certain a particular pet is still available or to inquire about the Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue..…………….…..… 39 adoption process. Breed Rescues...…...……….………...…….……………… 45 Disclaimer: Zappareta Publications, Inc. does not endorse or guarantee any products, services, or vendors mentioned in PawPrints Magazine, nor can it be responsible for problems with their products or services. Also, Zappareta Publications, Inc. reserves the right to reject, at its discretion, any advertisement. Views expressed by various authors are not necessarily those of Zappareta Publications, Inc.

Please Recycle January 2018 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 7 Adoption Options We are all from different Animal Rescues. Please read our stories!

PENDER ENDANGERED ANIMAL RESCUE OPERATION TOPCAT (P.E.A.R.) I’m a sweet and loving My name is Goochi and I’m young girl named Sage. I am a a beautiful lady who would 1½-year-old Calico girl. I am a love to be part of your fam- laid-back lady who enjoys toys, ily! I’m an American Staf- petting and snuggling. I am fordshire Terrier with a being fostered with other kitties stunning reddish-colored and tend to mother the kittens. coat. I’m very loveable and I also share my foster home am certain to be the loyal, with two dogs. If you are look- affectionate and attentive ing for a sweet, relaxed girl, friend you’ve been search- please come meet me. I’m a ing for. I am spayed, up to little chubby because I love date on shots and on heart- treats. I’m current on all shots, worm prevention. To adopt spayed and tested negative for FIV and Feline Leukemia. me, call 910-675-0867 That means I’m ready to go home with you today. Would or send an email to you like to open your heart and take me home? To meet [email protected]. me, email [email protected] or call 910-200-0612.

COLUMBUS HUMANE SOCIETY FUREVER FRIENDS ANIMAL RESCUE

I'm Frannie, a 3 to 4-year-old Hi, my name is Dillon and I’m a 50 Hound mix girl who weighs 60 pound, 2-year-old Boxer mix. I am pounds. I get along well with an extremely gentle, quiet, playful other dogs, however older dogs boy who loves other dogs. I’ve seem to not be able to keep up had behavior training sessions and with me. I know basic com- know basic commands. I have mands, I’m leash-trained, house- excellent house manners, I’m crate trained, and know how to use a and leash-trained, and I want to doggie door. I’m very smart and please everyone. I would do best would make a great play mate in a home where I am not alone all for a younger, more energetic, day because I’m not a fan of being dog. All I want is to be with my crated for long periods of time or people and feel loved. If you're left alone. I love being with other looking for a terrific dog and have dogs and people. To meet me, lots of love to give, please call call April at 910-383-0287, email to 910-499-1148 or visit www.columbushumanesociety.org. [email protected] or visit us online at www.fureverfriendsnc.com for an adoption application.

A SHELTER FRIEND CAPE FEAR RESCUE RANGERS I am Tippy (on your left) Hi, I'm ChaChi and I’m a alongside my 6-year-old Pomeranian. I look-a-like weigh approximately 8 pounds. brother, Tom. I’m not comfortable around big We are lucky dogs and I will bark and chal- kitties! Mom lenge them. The most con- was a lady of cerning thing with that is big the streets dogs could get fed up and at- who will never tack me. I'd love to have a appreciate the home where I get all the atten- love of humans, but WE most certainly DO! We are loving, tion. I am house-trained, neu- silver Tabby snuggle-bunnies who are spayed (me) and tered and current on vaccina- neutered (Tom), vaccinated and ready to add instant love tions. If you would like to meet and joy to your home! We can be adopted separately but me, please contact Cape Fear would promise to entertain you forever if we were Rescue Rangers by calling adopted together. Please call our foster mom, Sherry, 910-259-3502 or emailing at 910-231-4913 to learn more about us. A kitty [email protected] or [email protected] for (or two) makes the PURRRRFECT pet! an adoption application.

8 www.PawPrintsMagazine.com January 2018 Adoption Options We are all from different Animal Rescues. Please read our stories!

PAWSITIVE PARTNERS PRISON PROGRAM DAUNTLESS DOG RESCUE

Hi! I’m Polo, a 1-year-old male My name is Rugby and I’m an Lab mix, and I just graduated adorable Plott Hound mix. I’m a from the Pawsitive Partners very sweet 1-year-old boy. It may Prison Program. I am vacci- take some time for me to settle in nated, neutered, and micro- to my forever home but once I do, chipped. I have been taught all I’m very loyal and playful with my the things I need to know to be a people. I am 50 pounds and I perfect family pet. I am crate- have a lot of energy. I would do trained, I walk nicely on a leash, best in an active home or one that and I’m able to carry out all basic has another dog for me to play commands. And, because I am with. I love being around other exceptionally smart, I know a few dogs or going on walks. I live with extra credit tricks as well! If two cats in my foster home and they are very interesting, you’re interested in a high energy but I get bored with them when they won’t play with me. companion, and might be interested in adopting me, go Fetch is my favorite game, and I love balls and toys that ahead and fill out an application at www.montyshome.org, squeak. I also really like having a chew toy to gnaw on at email [email protected], or call 703-864-5754. night. For more info, please visit www.ddrnc.org, call 910-777-7186 or send an email to [email protected]. NHC RABBIT RESCUE OF WILMINGTON

Hi, my name COASTAL ANIMAL RESCUE EFFORT (C.A.R.E.) is Obi and I’m a Do you like redheads? Well, spayed, here I am! My name is 2-year-old Ludwig and I’m a sweet girl. I’m Tan/ young fella, orange in color, Harlequin who was found by a good and weigh Samaritan after I was hit by 5.5 pounds. a car. My broken leg is com- I was pulled pletely healed but I still have from Wake an eye defect from the acci- County dent. It doesn’t stop me from Animal Control because I had two nasty abscesses that playing and having lots of needed medical treatment. I was originally surrendered to fun, though! I am very loving the shelter because I had been fighting with another and friendly and I’m ready to household rabbit. I received medical attention, antibiotics, make your family complete! Photo by Michael Cline Photography and my infection cleared up. I am ready to go home with Please call my friends at YOU! If you would like to know more about me, please 910-256-2624 or email [email protected] for more email [email protected], call 910-686-9171 information or to submit an application for my adoption. or visit us online at www.nhcrabbitrescue.com. FRESH START RESCUE, INC.

COASTAL CANINE RESCUE My name is

I’m Nova, a 3-year-old Pit Bull Sasha and mix who weighs 45 pounds. I am I've been in very friendly and love my foster rescue for brother. I’m energetic and love to quite some play. I’ve been working on man- time. I was ners and leash walking but I’m adopted out very smart and learn very quickly! once and I’m very loving and have a great came back disposition. I’m a fun, spunky because my little girl who will be a great family new owner companion. I’m up to date on had to leave. shots, I’ve been spayed, de- I am a green Iguana who is about 4-years-old. I don't wormed, tested negative for really mind being touched but I'm really happy to sit and heartworms and am on monthly look out my window. If you're interested in adopting me, heartworm prevention. To meet me, please email please contact Nicole at Fresh Start Rescue Inc. by calling [email protected] or call 910-470-5554. 910-470-6299 or visiting www.freshstartrescueinc.com

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$10.00 off with this ad Robert H. Orrell, III, CPA Not for profit service Anne W. Reiner, CPA organization since 1971 910-392-2040 Tel. 910-799-3611 Visit our website at www.adtc.us

Looking for a running companion, beach buddy or co-pilot? Well, so am I! My name is Rickie Bobby and I’m a 4-year-old Lab mix who is certain to be a great addition to your active lifestyle. I love playing with other dogs, going for long walks, stroll- My name is Boss and I am a large Siamese mix who is ing on the beach incredibly friendly and super loving. I have been homeless and riding in the for several weeks now and cannot believe that my good car. I am a looks have not drawn an adopter in yet. I have a wonder- healthy young man ful personality to match my mesmerizing beauty, too. who needs a great Would you come to PetSense in Wilmington and meet family to call my me? And maybe take me home forever? For more infor- own. Come visit mation on the adoption process, please call Adopt-An- me at C.A.R.E., 1808 Sir Tyler Drive in Wilmington, or call ANGEL at 910-392-0557 or visit us online at 910-256-2624 for adoption details. www.adoptanangel.net. I am sponsored by Atlantic Animal Hospital who I am sponsored by Perry Davis. Thank you! supports Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.).

10 www.PawPrintsMagazine.com January 2018 Adopt-An-ANGEL Please call 910-392-0557 to adopt us!

◄My name ►Hello! is Otto and I My name is am one fan- Callie. I am a tastic guy. I very sweet yet am about shy Labrador 2-years-old Retriever and and incredi- Pit Bull mix. I bly loving. I am approxi- am kind of a mately 1-year- lap cat and I old. I seem to absolutely do well with love to give other animals. I head butts, was a stray who too. I seem found myself to like dogs, homeless at an but cats not area shelter. so much. If When I went to you would like to meet me and fall in love, please call my be spayed, I had foster mom, Jill, at 910-620-3783. some complica- tions and Adopt-An-ANGEL agreed to take me in, help me ►My heal and find me a home. Please come meet me at Petco name is on weekends. Bentley. I am a 10- ►We are Taz and month-old Spaz and we’re little boy, 8-month-old brothers shy but who are available for loving. I’m adoption at the Pet- the only sense in Leland. We one left in are healthy, playful my litter and super-friendly. since my We are neutered and siblings vaccinated boys who already have grown up in found homes. I would like to be adopted with one of my fos- foster care. Please ter mates since I’ve grown so close to them. I am good with call our foster kids, other cats, and small dogs. If you would like to adopt mom, Jackie, at me, please contact my Adopt-An-ANGEL foster mom, 910-523-9719 if you Jackie, at 910-523-9719. are interested in adopting either of us. ►Hi everyone! My name is Gucci! I ◄My name is Cheerio am a drop dead and I will keep you warm gorgeous, super- this Winter, and I am sweet and totally WAY more entertaining friendly girl! I am than Game of Thrones! awesome with Come meet me at Pet other animals and I Supermarket in Wilming- love people so ton. I am a teenage much. I make bis- black and white kitten cuits and I am a who was recently re- total lap cat! turned because my fam- Please call my fos- ily could no longer keep ter mom, Jackie, at me. I am super-playful 910-523-9719 if and a whole lot of fun. If you would like to you are looking for a cat adopt the perfect who is FULL of person- little Calico kitty. ality, come see me.

P.O. Box 15095, Wilmington, NC 28408 http://www.adoptanangel.net

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URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running Out! LARGE DOG LOVERS, I’m your boy! My name is Jerry (A027677) and I’m a VERY sweet Lab mix fellow who is looking for someone to change my life. You see, I’ve been crated inside for most of my life, and only let out for potty breaks. I want human interaction more than anything and just beg for attention. I’m VERY affectionate. I’ve been very friendly to the dogs I’ve met at the shelter and I’m polite with cats. A kitten was held to me and all I did was sniff and wag my tail. When I was introduced to kids through the fence I was very happy, engaging, licking, tail-wagging - so, other than my size and activity level with tiny tots - I appear to be kid-friendly. I’m also neutered and my adoption fee has already been paid for! Won’t you please hop in the car and come meet me? But please hurry. You see, dogs arrive at the shelter every day and there’s just not enough room for us all. The shelter is open 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday, Noon to 4pm on Saturday and 1pm to 4pm on Sundays. For driving directions or more info, call Pender County Animal Shelter at 910-259-1484 or email [email protected]. Hope to be wagging my tail at you soon!

I am sponsored in loving memory of Hank Harrington. Brunswick County Sheriff’s Animal Protective Services Please call 910-754-8204 to adopt us! OPEN SATURDAYS!

◄My name is Bugsy ◄You’re looking for (A100730) and I am a a love-bug? Come total lap cat! I can sit meet me! My name on your lap for hours is Polaris (A100795) on end, purring and and I will polarize you licking, and I do also with my specialness. like to give love-bites, I am very people ori- too! I am a loving, ented and will look 1-year-old boy. I have into your eyes with been told that I have love and devotion. the biggest and most I'm a single, 1-year- beautiful eyes, the old fellow who is better to see you with, searching for love. Is my dear...so please my life partner out come see me! there reading this?

►My name is Nala (A101230) and I’m Visit our Facebook page for Adoption Fair a 2-year-old girl events and to see other animals up for adoption. who is as sweet as can be. I enjoyed Our Facebook page is: having my picture Brunswick Sheriff's Animal Adoption Page taken and am a happy cat. I'm low- Spot key and would be ►Hello there! My delighted to lay in name is Keyboard your lap or curl up (A101411) and I’m in a spot of sunlight a beautiful, 2-year- on the rug. I really old Tabby girl who need a home, so I is playful, friendly hope you’ll come and lots of fun. visit me soon. We I have lovely green could be very eyes that you sim- happy together! ply must see for yourself! I would like to see you, too! ◄Orange Tabby Come on over to lovers, here I the shelter and let’s am, Cream Puff discover if we’re a (A100772)! I’m an purr-fect match. 8-year-young boy with a loving and ◄Hello there! I am playful nature who the handsome, sweet, finds myself at the and, maybe a little full shelter through no of myself, Qwerty fault of my own! I (A101410). I am am used to being in happy to be held and a home environ- loved on, I purr end- ment and I’m a little lessly and enjoy being on the heavy side, with my person. I am but I’m playful so just the perfect little I’m sure to slim guy in need of a down with some home. I am petite for exercise. I am now but I still have a gentle and eager to bit of growing to do. be in a home, so After all, I’m still a please come and youngster at 9-months-old. Come check me out! meet me today!

429 Greenswamp Road Supply, NC 28462 http://aps.brunswicksheriff.com

January 2018 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 15 Hello! My name is Mahi is the name. I Pablo and I’m guess you could 11-years-old. I’m say, I’m a fish out of searching for a pa- water! I’m a big ol’ tient, caring person loveable, 4-year-old or family who under- Hound dog who stands the special came here from needs of a diabetic some hard times. I kitty. I am well man- was found injured in aged on diet and the woods by a fel- insulin. I would low who nurtured thrive in a single cat me as best he could household and and then asked would definitely give Paws Place for you lots of love and help. Once at the attention in ex- shelter, my new change for your friends found out I care. I also enjoy was heartworm positive and began my treatment. I am very the view from above happy to report that I am now heartworm free! Now I can and, if given the just be the cool, calm, collected young man that I was al- opportunity, will hop ways meant to be. So, if you are looking for a partner or on your shoulder for friend who just likes to chill, I’m your man – oh, I mean, dog! a ride. Call For driving directions or more information on me, call Paws 910-256-2624 if you’re interested in adopting me, please! Place at 910-845-7297. The shelter is open from 9am to Noon, seven days a week, so come on over! I am sponsored by Atlantic Animal Hospital who supports Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.). I am sponsored in loving memory of Grace Harrington.

16 www.PawPrintsMagazine.com January 2018 CAT: Cat Adoption Team Please call 910-792-9014 to adopt us! We’re at Petsmart 7 days a week.

◄Hello! My name is ◄I’m Buttercup, and I Nellie. I’m a 4-year-old became homeless over girl and I’m simply stun- the holidays with my sis- ning. The orange and ter, Ruby, who is also white markings on my fur pictured on this page. are so unique! I just I’m a 1½-year-old Patch looooove to play with Tabby and I’m a total toys and I even like to sit sweetheart. I love to be on the couch or bed with petted and I purr immedi- my humans and watch ately in anticipation of TV. And don’t worry, I’ll attention. Like my sis, I let you handle the re- love people and I’m great mote! I’m also spayed, with kids. I’d love to be vaccinated and litterbox- adopted with Ruby! trained. Please visit me at Petsmart on New Cen- ◄ATTENTION ALL tre Drive in Wilmington. LAP CAT FANS! I’m Sherlock, a bright- eyed, frisky, black and ►I’m a 1-year-old, white 4-month-old kit- beautiful cat named ten. Aren’t I just the Darla! My white and cutest little guy? I’m a dilute/gray Calico mark- total snuggle-bug and a ings are simply stun- social butterfly, too! I’d ning. I finished raising be a great addition to my four lovely kittens any family. I’ve packed and am spayed and my favorite blue blanket ready for a home of my and white mittens so own. I'm a very loving I’m all ready to go to my cat and I especially brand new home. love being petted. I’m getting a break from the adoption center at one of Cat Adoption Team’s wonderful foster homes. Please let my friends know if you’d like to visit me and I promise to greet you at the door. Also, let them know if you’d like to foster me or foster-to-adopt.

◄I’m Ruby, a 1½-year- old Patch Tabby girl who became homeless over the holidays with my sister Buttercup. She’s pictured on this page, too! I’m friendly and energetic. I love people, especially children, and I may even be a great guard cat! I will bond well with my ▲Hello out there! I’m Purrina, a 6 to 7-month-old girl new family and I’m with the most beautiful black and white markings. I was quite bonded with my rescued from under a shed in Leland, but you would sister. We are a gentle never know I had such a rough start as I just love life and and lovely pair of young get along with everyone! I’m a very sweet-natured cat ladies. Won’t you give and I purr a lot when petted. I’m spayed, I’m vaccinated, us a chance? Please I’m litterbox-trained and all my little kitty bags are packed. visit and get to know our beautiful personalities. Take me home with you, please!

Wilmington, NC http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NC55.html

January 2018 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 17 My name is Kiki and In Loving Memory I am an absolutely of Callie wonderful adult

Callie, you may no longer be Tabby and Calico snuggling with us on the couch but mix. The shelter you will never be forgotten! Our describes me as a hearts have ached since you left us Mother Theresa. All on December 5, 2017... after almost summer long I 9 wonderful years with our family. nursed litter after However, we will cherish all the litter of kittens who wonderful memories we made all survived and together! went on to be adopted. Only one The day you were pulled from animal litter was mine, but I control, you immediately bonded with saved at least three your rescue family and you never other litters of or- wanted to be without us and we phan kittens. I am never wanted to be without you! fine with other cats, After being lost on your own and ending up in animal control….you but a little fearful of quickly realized how to enjoy rides on the boat, long walks, playing dogs. My gentle with your buddy Clyde and you found your love for CARROTS! nature and pure gold Callie…..we will miss your soft fur, beautiful big brown eyes, soul would make watching you run figure eights in the backyard, hearing your barks someone a wonderful companion. Please call my foster at the fridge for carrots and helping us plant the vegetable garden mom, Sherry, at 910-523-1254 if you would like to meet every year. Thank you for showing us how much love a rescue dog me. For more info, please call Adopt-An-ANGEL at brings to our hearts and for rescuing US! Run free my sweet Love 910-392-0557 or visit us online at www.adoptanangel.net. Bug...our hearts may never be whole again but they will always wear the paw prints left by you! I’m sponsored in honor of all the wonderful foster

Love, your humans Mark and Leslie Armstrong and your mommies & daddies who care for homeless animals. siblings Cletus, Clyde, Cooper, Mora, Mama Bea, Lacey, Penny, JJ, Utah and Flo

Hi, my name is Duchess and I am an 8 to 9-year-old female Great Dane. I live in a foster home with other dogs, cats, and skin kids. I love them all! I am heartworm negative, spayed, and up to date on all vetting. I have had some is- sues with arthritis in my back legs but my foster parents have me on a combination of meds and supplements that have really helped me get my groove back! My foster parents say I’m a very special lady who needs a very special home. I’m looking for new parents who can keep me safe in my remaining years and continue with my arthritis meds. Because of my arthritis, I need to be adopted into a home with very few stairs and area rugs or carpeting so that I can get around easier. I’m looking for a forever home where I can lounge around all day on a comfy dog bed. I think I deserve a great family who will treasure me the way every senior Dane deserves to be pampered. For an adoption application, email Great Dane Friends of Ruff Love at [email protected] or call 704-584-9257. You can also check out some of our other Great Danes available for adoption at www.greatdanefriends.com.

I am sponsored by Natasia and Julian. Thank you! Cat Tails Please call 910-253-1375 to adopt us!

►Hi!! I'm ►Torro means Sal, origi- bull in Spanish - nally Sally-- huh??? I'm a oops!!! I'm super-loving, a fun and 6-month-old male really Tabby kitten. I'm sweet 4- the last of a litter month-old of 4 boys. I love sable kitten to play and run with a purr and would love a that will family of my own. melt your I have already heart. I been neutered was found and I’m current on on a cold vaccinations, too. night at a Please come to gas station Cat Tails and on Ocean meet me and I'll Isle Beach. Thank goodness for all the love I get at Cat turn on all my kitty Tails! I'm now healthy and loving life. Come meet me and super-powers, No I'll be sure to share the love. bull - hee, hee.

◄Hello! I'm ►Hello, my name is Beanie, a Posie. I'm an ador- loveable 5- able 4-month-old month-old female black and female pastel white kitten. Don't Calico. Do you just love the dot you need a on my nose? I was helper found all alone at a around your feral feeding station. house, be- Fortunately, some- cause I like one realized I didn't to help! I will belong there. I'm a help make little shy, but I’m the bed and most definitely a help you very loving and watch TV. sweet girl. I know Just give me a shoulder to rest on or a lap to curl up on and I'd be a great addi- my purrs will help warm your heart. tion to your family.

◄I had it made. I had a ◄Who wants to home and a family. It play? Me! Me! I’m was great. And then the Petey! Do you have baby came! It’s not that I feather sticks and dislike babies, but it was lots of toys? Please taking all of the attention. share them with I’m a really friendly cat, I me! I'm a handsome love people and I was 5-month-old Tabby just pushed aside. Of boy who is looking for course, I had to protest a family of my own. I a little. So now, I’m love all my friends 6-years-old and starting here at the Cat Tails over at Cat Tails looking shelter but I’m ready for another home…one for a home of my where I get lots of atten- own. Oh yeah, and tion! Just ask for Bella. don't forget the toys!

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January 2018 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 19 CUTE ANGELIC KITTENS SEARCHING FOR LOVE! We are Brie, Queso and Motzi! We are little angels who came to College Road Ani- mal Hospi- tal after a very sweet young lady found us, and de- cided to bring us to the hospital for help. We were very skinny, and extremely ravenous when we first came in - but you would never be able to tell now! Each one of us has a unique personality and crave lots of love and snuggles. Brie and Motzi are the little sisters, and Queso is the typical big brother. We are very playful with each other, and love nothing more than to curl up together for a nice afternoon nap. Living with other cats would probably be ok for any of us but we’re not very familiar with dogs. We have started our vaccinations, and will be ready for adoption in a few weeks. If you or someone you know is interested in adopting one of us, feel free to submit an adoption application online at www.collegeroadanimalhospital.com/adoption-application, or call 910-395-6555 for more info. You better hurry though...Motzi already has a pending application in.

We are sponsored by College Road Animal Hospital. New Hanover Sheriff’s Office Animal Services Unit Please call 910-798-7500 to adopt us! OPEN SATURDAYS!

►I’m an adorable, 7-month- ►I’m a handsome, tri-colored Beagle old, neutered boy who was and Basset Hound mix who is 21 surrendered because my pounds. I am 3-years-old, neutered and owner could no longer care vaccinated. I was a stray found running for me. I am affectionate, loose and my owner never came looking relaxed, peaceful, and per- for me. I am comforting, caring and fectly precious. I am always devoted. The Shelter Team describes happy to see you and greet me as a Constant Companion which you at the door when you get means that I am looking for an emotion- home. I also can be your ultimate stress reliever by mas- ally secure, mutually satisfying, low- saging your sore muscles after a long day at work! Please maintenance relationship. I am all you reference A369459 when inquiring about me. I am eager need. Let me sit at your feet, walk by your side, and I will be to make you happy and I have the perfect personality to your devoted companion forever. My shelter ID number is bring you much needed joy to your life. A369327 - you’ll need that when you call about me.

◄Could you love a goofball who is ◄I was a stray found running fun-loving, happy-all-the-time, glass loose and my owner never came ½ full kind of dog? If so, I’m looking forward looking for me. I am a for someone who loves to laugh and peaceful, gentle soul. I have a play around. I’m a 13-month-old laid-back personality and I enjoy Plott Hound mix who is 53 pounds. spending the majority of my day I’m brindle and white, spayed and curled up at the foot of your bed vaccinated. My ID number is or at the window with the warm A368894 (you’ll need that when visit- sunshine coming through. I am a ing the shelter). I was a stray found 1-year-old, medium-haired Tabby running loose and my owner never girl who is spayed and vaccinated. When I came to the shel- came to the shelter looking for me. I ter, they assigned me a number and that number is the key to am so happy and very playful. You your happiness. It’s A368909. I prefer a home with a laid- must have a great sense of humor and have time to spend back lifestyle where I can meditate to the sound of the birds with me because I am on a mission to please you. singing outside. Hope that sounds like we could be a match!

►My ID here is A369039 but I’m ►Life is meant for loving and having fun. hoping you’ll adopt me and give I’m a spayed, 2-year-old Lab mix who is me a more endearing name. enthusiastic and spirited. I was found as Maybe something like Violet be- a stray and my ID number is A369018. cause I am a timid kitty who needs This 52 pound body of mine is full of joy. I extra nurturing to help me come am a Go-Getter which means that I really out of my shell. I am a 1-year-old, want to go out and go play and exercise! spayed girl who weighs 8 pounds. Action is my middle name. My LET’S GO I have lived a sheltered life and lifestyle will keep you motivated to get have not had much exposure to outside and move. I have got tons of en- what it feels like to be loved and shown affection. Give me ergy and just like the sun, I am burning gentle guidance and affection and I will blossom to the and working 24/7. I will run and chase a ball for hours, and beautiful flower I am destined to be. will still want to play at the end of the day.

◄You’ve heard the story: ◄Just hanging out here in my found as a stray and never cage waiting for my knight in reclaimed. But what’s differ- shining armor. Well, you don’t ent about me is that I’m a have to wear armor or even snuggle bug who is over-the- be a knight. You just have to top affectionate and my per- promise to give me a forever sonality is one you can’t beat. home and to never view me I crave human interaction and as disposable. I once had a attention and want to be your home and somehow came to Lap Cat. If you’re looking for a furry companion to keep be a stray. Once I arrived here at the shelter, my owner your lap and your heart warm, I am the cat for you! My ID never came for me. So now my ID number is A368529 and is A368723, I’m spayed and vaccinated, and I’m 3-years- I’m starting anew. I’m a 9-month-old, neutered boy and like old. My sweet meow will even melt your heartstrings! all sidekicks, I’m just plain good company.

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Hello, everyone! Searching for a My name is family friend? Lola, and I’m a How about me, 2-year-old brown I’m Kai! Every- and white Tabby one knows that girl who was Labrador Re- abandoned out- trievers are side by my previ- awesome dogs ous owners. and I’m no ex- Luckily, I was ception. I’m a rescued and I’m 1-year-old neu- so thankful! I tered boy who have the cutest loves to run personality and and play in a I’m playful as a fenced-in yard. kitten. I’m also I am learning spayed, vacci- some basic nated and litter- commands, but box-trained. like most young Adult cats often get overlooked, so please consider adopt- dogs, I’d benefit from obedience training. I have a beautiful, ing me. I’m a sweetheart! You can visit me at Petsmart shiny coat and I currently weigh 58 pounds. If you’re ready on New Centre Drive in Wilmington and see for yourself. for a friendly, affectionate and fun fellow to enter your life, You can also call Cat Adoption Team at 910-792-9014 for call the New Hanover Humane Society at 910-763-6692 and adoption information. I would love for 2018 to be the year tell them you’re headed over to meet me! I find my forever family! I am sponsored by Mr. Peanut and Ginger Snap. I am sponsored by ECM Corporation. Thank you! Thank you!

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◄I’m a beautiful, ◄Benson is the small Shepherd mix name and being shy girl named Dixie. I is my game. That’s came here through because my owner Furever Friends surrendered me to Animal Rescue. the county shelter They took care of and I am just my medical needs scared. I’m a little as I had an injured 30 pound guy who leg. Now that I am may be part Black all healed, spayed Mouth Cur, but and vaccinated, that’s just a guess. Paws Place is help- My friends are working me find my for- ing on building up ever home. Not too big and not too small, that’s me! I’m my confidence, and an energetic girl who will benefit from training. I love meet- they think it would ing new people. Come and meet me! be a great idea if I went to a home that had another small ◄My name is dog to show me the Maggie! I’m a ropes. How about giving me a chance at love again! sweet, loving, small Hound ◄Koko here. Have dog. My former you ever seen ears like owner brought me this? You have to love to the shelter be- my ears!!! People say I cause he was un- remind them of the fly- able to keep me. ing nun. Who the heck So now I’m here at is that? Must have Paws Place hop- been before my time! ing that they will Seriously, I’m a small, help me find a new Beagle mix girl with lots family. I am good of energy. Exploring is with other dogs a favorite just like any and cats and I’m even house-trained! Oh, and another Beagle. I get along with thing, I’m also heartworm negative. Isn’t that great? I’m other dogs and love to a smart girl who just wants another chance at love. play with humans too. Visit me and we can have fun together in the play yard! ◄I’m Buster and I came to Paws ◄Do you like my puppy Place as an dog eyes? My name is owner surrender. Molly and I’m a Hound I’m a sweet, mix girl who has been 9-year-old boy through the school of hard who has had a knocks, but I’m still stand- rough go at life ing and I’m only 9-years- recently but I am old. I am grateful to the looking forward person who rescued me to starting over. and brought me to Paws I'm up to date on Place. My personality is shots, neutered coming out and I’ve been and heartworm talking to the staff here. negative. I do I’m feeling real good now great on walks that I’m under great care. and have good Now it is time to focus on manners, too. me getting a home. If I’ve been waiting patiently for my turn to come. Sure you’re looking for some- hope you will consider little ol’ senior me. If so, you one to look at you with know who to contact. Paws Place! “puppy dog” eyes - look no further, I’m your girl!

242 George II Hwy, Winnabow, NC 28479 www.pawsplace.org

January 2018 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 29 Adoptabull Selfie! My Johnsons Corner name is Mya and I’m the Grill and Convenience Store resident "nerd"! I love Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Served All Day to interact Pay at the Pump Open 24 Hours with people and work on my manners - especially when cheese is involved! Being a nerd, I prefer to avoid athletic activities and stick more to short, intimate walks or evenings at home working on puzzles. I’m a Master Puzzle solver!! Movie nights spent on the couch are also on my top ten list. I love to snuggle and show you just how much I love you by showering you with kisses! I eat a special food that is easy to absorb, smells like roast beef and it keeps my breath fresh, too. I’m a home body who loves monotony. I find 910-259-4367 comfort in routine and really bond with humans to the point where we actually hold conversations. I am crate-trained 9031 US Hwy 421, Currie, NC and happy to nap or chew on my Nylabone. For an explanation of our adoption process, application, and fees, visit Open 7 days a week! www.meritpitbullfoundation.com, email [email protected] or call Merit Pit Bull Foundation at 336-618-PITT. Monday - Saturday 4:30am to 8pm Sunday 6:30am to 8pm I am sponsored in appreciation of everyone who has rescued a homeless animal.

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◄I’ve been at the shelter since before Hallow- een! When is my new family coming? My name is Lexi (A027397) and I’m a 7-year- old Walker Hound girl who has already been spayed. I’m very ▲It’s quite a mystery how a long-haired beauty like me, sweet and I’m Peppermint Patty (A027690) and my sister Betty Boop friendly with other dogs. My adoption fee has already (pictured below) became lost as strays, but we did! We been paid by a friend of the shelter! Please adopt me! are 4-year-old spayed girls who are bewildered by our new surroundings and all we want is to be loved and ►I’m a Tabby girl named adopted into loving homes. Won’t you visit and get to Jessica (A027424) and I know me? My adoption fee has already been paid! have very unique coloring in my fur. You must come see for yourself! I’m a 4-year-old sweetheart who is already spayed. I’m affectionate as can be and I am very friendly to children and other cats. I’ll move right on in your home with no trouble at all! Please visit me soon. My adoption fee has ▲Cat Lovers, where are you? My name is Betty Boop already been paid! (A027691) and I’m a young, long-haired beauty who was found as a stray with Peppermint Patty, pictured above. I’m a sweet girl who is ready to be part of a

loving home. My adoption fee has already been paid! OPEN ON SATURDAYS! Noon to 4pm OPEN ON SUNDAYS! 1pm to 4pm ◄I’ve been at the shelter for 45 days! Please Adopt! WE’RE OVERCROWDED My name is Eliza Jane (A027479) AND NEAR CAPACITY. and I’m praying that 2018 will bring me ◄These sweet a family. I’m a brown eyes are just spayed Coonhound begging for love! Girl who was found My name is Bailee as a stray. I’m very (A027699) and I’m sweet and I get a 3-year-old Walker along with other Hound girl who was dogs, but I can be found as a stray. dominant when it I’m a bit timid but comes to food. I’m very sweet! I’m looking for a loving good around other home with a fenced- dogs and would in yard where I can love to get to know explore and sniff to you! My adoption my heart’s content. fee has already My adoption fee has been paid! already been paid!

3280 New Savannah Rd., Burgaw, NC Pendercountyanimalshelter.petfinder.com January 2018 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 31 Hi! My My name is name is Liliana Callie and I (37134173) am a roughly and I’m a 8-year-old 1-year-old, female Jack spayed tuxedo Russell Ter- cat with whisk- rier who was ers for miles. a stray at a I’m a little fire- local shel- cracker and ter. I am up love to play. I to date on do have a vaccines, tendency to spayed, and nibble when ready for my playing, so it is new home! I recommended love snug- that I go to a gling in soft home without blankets and small children exploring the who may mis- yard for crit- understand ters. I get along well with my Jack Russell housemate and a my feisty per- cat, as we all three sleep together at night! I am crate-trained sonality. I love being held and hanging out on some- and I know all my basic commands. My foster mom always one’s shoulder. If you are looking for a sassy feline tells me how smart I am, and I love to please my human. If companion, I’m the girl for you! I’m at Onslow County you are looking for a beautiful soul, and have an open lap in Animal Services, located at 244 Georgetown Road your home, call about me today! I cannot wait to find my in Jacksonville. For more information, please forever family. To adopt me, email Russell Rescue Inc. call the adoption desk at 910-937-1164 or Carolinas at [email protected], call 910-821-3504 910-455-0182. You may also visit us at to leave a message, or visit www.russellrescue.com. www.onslowcountync.gov/animalservices.

I am sponsored by the Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar in I am sponsored in honor of all the cats who are Carolina Beach. Thank you. waiting for homes at the shelter. Pender Endangered Animal Rescue (P.E.A.R.)

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◄Hello there! My name ◄I’m Daisy, a young is Hunter and I’m a Black American Staffordshire Labrador Retriever boy Terrier girl who is look- who is full of love and ing for a loving home. I energy. I am 1-year-old, was thrown out on the vaccinated and neutered. road with my brothers I came to the rescue with and sisters. They have two other pups who have all found homes and I’m already been adopted. still waiting! I can’t un- Now it’s my turn! I love to derstand it because I play and be cuddled so I’ll have a fun and playful be a great family com- personality and am full panion. If you’re inter- of love. I am spayed, ested in adding me to vaccinated and on heart- your pack, call my friends worm prevention. All I at P.E.A.R. and let’s need is someone to visit arrange a get-together. with me and fall in love! We’ll have fun, for sure!

►Hi! My name ►I’m a sweet, calm and is Beyoncé laid-back girl named and I’m a won- Hanover! I enjoy being derful girl who around all humans and just wants to I tend to like all dogs, have fun! I too! I lost my family enjoy playing through no fault of my catch and fetch own and just want to be and, when I’m part of a household done, I’ll hap- again. My coat is a pily crawl into beautiful silver and your lap for white, and I’m spayed, some cuddling. vaccinated and on You see, I sim- heartworm prevention. ply adore hu- I’m simply a love bug. mans and am Please contact my delighted to get attention from them. Can’t you tell by friends at PEAR and let’s get together soon! this big smile on my face as I pose for the camera? I’m a young girl, spayed and up to date on shots, and I’d love to meet you soon!

◄Hi! I’m Wilson, a wonderful young lad who is so thankful to be with P.E.A.R. because I was running out of time at a local shelter. I am an American Stafford- shire Terrier and all I want is to be loved on. I’m very loving in return! In fact, I’d really enjoy cuddling in your lap. I’m also playful and ready to go on walks ▲Hello there! I’m a lovely young lady and also an and adventures with American Staffordshire Terrier. They call me Xena! I’m you. I adore people a loving, sweet girl and I just want a home of my own with and other dogs. Come adoring people. I am already house-trained and ready to meet me today, please! move right on in. It’s important that my new family have knowledge of my breed. Does that describe you?

P.O. Box 582, Rocky Point NC 28457 www.petfinder.com/shelters/NC551.html

January 2018 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 33 Hi, my name is Willie and I’m a 4-year-old, medium-sized Boxer boy. I’m good with dogs of all sizes and kids of all ages. Since I arrived in rescue, I’ve been cured of heartworms and had a tumor removed. I can have some anxiety when left alone so I need to be crated while you’re away. I’m house- trained, neutered and vaccinated. I absolutely adore people, enjoy playing outside with my doggy friends and watching TV while snuggling with my people. I love to roll around and snuggle into the covers and then flip my head up to make sure you are watching. Please call Carolina Boxer Rescue at 910-799-5638 or email [email protected] to adopt me. Please visit www.carolinaboxerrescue.org for more information on adopting or fostering.

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◄Once upon a time, I ◄It’s me, Jingle! I’m was taking shelter under the cutest little Tabby the hood of a lady’s car. girl, a mere baby at She came out and was 8-weeks-old. I was just about to start the dumped at a very engine when she heard kind man’s house, my soft little kitten cries! and he brought me to Now I’m safe at the shel- the shelter in tears at ter and playing with the having to give me up, other kitties. Whew! My but he had five dogs name is Star because and couldn’t keep I’m pure black with a me. I have fluffy fur white star on my chest. and the most kissable At 1-year-old, I’m litter- face you ever did box-trained, neutered see. I like to be held and vaccinated. I’m very and caressed so sweet and I love toys! hurry on over and adopt me today!

►Hi there, friends! ►I’m a My name is Barney bottle-baby and I’m a 4-year-old named Pit Bull Terrier mix. I Bobby and am a very HAPPY I just love boy who loves peo- being with ple and I must con- people, as fess that I consider you can myself to be a lap see! At just dog. I’m a champ at 3-weeks of sitting on command age, I was for treats and I also rescued walk very well on a and bottle- leash. Every person fed by my I meet is a friend, kind foster mom. She held me in her arms a lot so now I whether I’ve known adore being picked up and purr as soon as I see you coming! you just seconds or I’m now 7-weeks-old, neutered, vaccinated and ready to find days. And I love my forever home. If you enjoy holding and kissing kittens, toys, as you can see from my photo! Do yourself a and can provide me a toy or two, I just know we’ll be happy! huge favor and come meet me. I’ll be waiting! ◄Sitting on com- ◄I am just the sweetest little girl! My name is mand like a champ, Pebbles and I love to that’s me, Peedy! give hugs - I will wrap I’m a 2-year-old Pit myself around you mix boy who has and give you all the everything it takes to affection you need. At move on in and be 2-years-old, I weigh part of the family! I about 30 pounds and am house-trained, am already spayed and I’m friendly to other house-trained! I’m a dogs and I don't mind Staffordshire Terrier mix cats. I just love peo- with the cutest little nub- ple and have the bin tail and I’m learning friendliest personality how to sit and stay. I’m ever. I’m already neutered, vaccinated not fond of cats or other small animals, but I and ready to be the best friend you’ve have lots of energy and would love to be part of an active family! been searching for!

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January 2018 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 35 Hi, my name is Magnolia and I’m the sweetest little girl you’ll ever meet. I was brought to College Road Animal Hos- pital by a wonderful family who saved me and my brother from a very danger- ous, alley cat lifestyle. My brother already found his furrever family, but Our New Year’s Wish 763-8476 I’m still searching. People have told is for All Homeless 110 Dock St. me I’m one of the Downtown Wilmington most beautiful Animals to Find Their Free Off-Street Parking Tabby kittens they Forever Homes. Hours M-F 8:30-5:00 have ever seen! I’m a very playful girl, and I love attention. I’m curious about other cats, but I still get a little nervous around dogs. Do you think you could be the family I’ve been searching for? I am around 7-months-old, current on all vaccinations, A portion of the proceeds from every real tested negative for Feline Leukemia and FIV and have al- estate closing goes to local animal rescues. ready been spayed. If you or someone you know is interested in adopting a southern beauty, please feel free to

submit an adoption application directly online at SHARI www.collegeroadanimalhospital.com/adoption-application or call 910-395-6555. CUTTING I am sponsored by College Road Animal Hospital. ABR, CNE REALTOR ® / BROKER Hi there! I know you have seen me in this awesome magazine a few times before. My name 910.859.1089 is Lexi and I just turned [email protected] 3-years-old in September. It's hard to believe with all this cuteness (like my freck- led ears!) that I am still looking for my furever home - but it's true. They think I am an American Stafford- shire/Pit Bull Terrier mix and I am a sturdy, strong 45 pounds. I sorta have a few "special requests" that are re- quired to adopt me - and maybe that's why I have not been adopted yet. So here’s the deal - NO CATS! No other dogs! And I need someone who knows how to be my “pack leader”. I am extremely energetic and need lots of exercise so a gated yard is a MUST!!! Other than that, I am a sweet girl! I love people and will play fetch with you until the cows come home - or until you get tired of throw- ing the ball. Hope you will give me a chance. Call SOAR at 910-457-6340 and tell them you’d like to come meet me!

I am sponsored by SOAR in loving memory of all their wonderful, furry friends who made it safely to the Rainbow Bridge. R.A.C.E. (Rescue Animals Community Effort) Please call 910-579-0407 to adopt us!

►Hi, my name is Gabby! ►My name is Sonic and I’m I’m a 10 to 12-year-old Pug an 8-year-old, 6 pound Chi- who is very tiny at just 10 huahua. I came to R.A.C.E pounds. I’m heartworm on a transport from Texas negative and I love all dogs and I lost my home during and people. I’m a special Hurricane Harvey. I am needs girl. I get insulin heartworm negative and I shots after each meal and love to snuggle. I have a liver I’m on a special diet for the shunt and will be on a special rest of my life. I am looking diet and meds for the rest of for an experienced, perma- my life - but once you hold nent foster parent. R.A.C.E me in your arms, you will see will pay for all my medical why everyone here is so in bills, food and insulin. All love with me. I will need a you need to do is love and special home with someone willing to give me my meds twice hug me. I still have a lot of a day. I am piddle pad-trained. R.A.C.E is looking for an energy and I’m a little clown. This is a commitment, so adopter or permanent foster willing to take on the responsibility please take time to think it over. You will have to be of loving a special little man like me - sticking to my medicine diligent with my shots and medication. routine and only feeding me a special diet.

◄My name is Mitsy ►I’m a cute little character and I’m a 10-year- named Adele! I am 32 old, 4 pound Chihua- pounds, 1 to 2-years-old hua. I have a level 3 and ready to go home with heart murmur, which you. I’m a Kelpie and I’ll always have. It Cattle dog mix. While I’m doesn’t stop me from an active girl, I double as being cute and ac- a cuddle bug and love tive and running nothing better than to curl around. I like dogs up on the couch with you. of all sizes and cats. I hope you will email for I am very friendly an appointment to meet and not nervous at me. I am good with other all. Please call or dogs, house-trained and email about me to- heartworm negative. I day so that we can have already been spayed start loving on each and I’m current on vacci- other. nations, too.

►My name is Stella and I’m a Labrador ◄Awww, talk Retriever and Pit about your cute Bully mix who is 2 to little dogs. My 3-years-old. I weigh name is Frankie around 60 pounds and and I’m a sweet I’m very active and 7-year-old Chihua- social. I love other hua mix. I weigh dog, I love people, and less than 10 I love to give kisses. I pounds. I am am heartworm nega- heartworm negative and very playful, tive and I’m good but I also love to hang with all other dogs out with people. I am and cats. I do get being fostered at a a little nervous doggy day care and do around small chil- very well with the other dren. I am a true dogs there. I hope to lap dog and get meet you soon. very attached.

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Blue-eyed and breath- Hello out there! takingly beautiful, My name is Kris that’s me, Sierra! But (A101623). I hope I must say, my friendly these dreamy eyes and affectionate per- of mine are pulling sonality exceeds my on your heart- good looks. Look no strings. My sweet further for a perfect personality will also family member: I’m melt your heart! I’m house-trained, I like a young puppy boy other dogs, I get along at just 4-months-old fine with cats and I and they tell me I’m absolutely adore chil- an American Fox- dren! I give the sweet- hound. Come on est kisses, I sit on over, take me into command for treats the play yard, and and I enjoy going for let’s get to know walks and playing in a each other! There’s fenced-in yard. At no doubt I’ll be a 3-years-old, I’m a Husky girl with a clean bill of health: I’m wonderful family spayed, vaccinated and on heartworm prevention. You companion. Oh yes, my adoption fee includes a physical simply must visit me in person to see how beautiful I am. examination, heartworm test, rabies vaccination and neu- Once here, it’s my fabulous personality you’ll fall in love ter surgery. Isn’t that terrific? For driving directions or with. For driving directions or more info, please call Pender more information, please call Brunswick County Sheriff’s Humane Society at 910-259-7022. Animal Protective Services at 910-754-8204.

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38 www.PawPrintsMagazine.com January 2018 SOAR (Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue) Please call 910-457-6340 to adopt us!

◄Look deeeeeeep ◄Hey! Bernie in the house! into my eyes. You are Well, not yet, but hopefully falling into a trance soon! Right now I am hanging that will lead you out at SOAR with the rest of my straight to SOAR doggie buddies. I turned a year where you will adopt old in July but I am still one of me and take me to my the most active dogs here. I new furever home! My can outplay ANYBODY! I am a name is Charlie and, sturdy 50 pounds, and the volun- though I can be a little teers are working with me on my shy at first, once I leash walks. They say I'm one warm up to you there smart dude and I play pretty well is no turning back with others. I love treats and from the love. I’m respond well to them. Also - it about 2-years-old, would be best for me if I had a vaccinated, neutered and ready to go home with you. fenced-in play area. Other than that - I have no restrictions! Hope to see you soon!

◄Whaaaaaat? They wrote a song about me, Jessie? Well, cool! Here is YOUR chance to have your very own Jessie girl! They are guesstimating that I am a little over a year old and that I am a Treeing Walker Hound and Bea- gle mix. I’m a svelte 42 pounds and I have the neatest spots - if I do say so myself. If you look - they are almost perfectly ▲Want to get in shape for the new year? How about some round! I'm a smart girl - cat yoga? I'm Inky, a very sweet boy, just 1-year-old. I a little shy at first but once we are friends - it’s for LIFE! love to roll and stretch and would be a perfect yoga part- Please stop by and say hello! I may be just what you ner! I also love to sleep and play if that's more your idea of need to make your New Year a little happier! fun. I’m a total love bug and I know that being held is awesome. Class is starting soon - don't be late! ◄I’m Memphis! My brief appearance on Spectrum News’s ◄That's King William to all ‘Shelter Pet of the Day’ my loyal subjects in the FIV caused quite a com- building at SOAR. But you motion and lots of peo- can just call me yours! I’m ple called about meet- William, a super-sweet boy ing me, but I haven’t born in 2007 who would met the right one for love to spend the rest of ME yet! At 9-months- my days in my very own old and 38 pounds, I’m furever home! Don't get a mix of Treeing me wrong - SOAR is awe- Walker and Blue Tick some! I have my very own Hound. But my real throne where I can lay in claim to fame is that the sun and watch over my the ladies at SOAR say kingdom. I must let you I give the gentlest know, however, that I am puppy kisses! Come FIV positive- but whoever said FIV positive cats don't live on out to visit and let long never met ME! I am 10-years-old and going strong. me show you! So if you’d like to adopt royalty, please consider me!

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January 2018 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 39 URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running Out! If you have a heart for senior doggies, and the thought of me spending my days and nights in a con- crete kennel bothers you, I hope you’ll come change my life! I’d love to have cozy blankets and soft dogs beds to cushion me and keep me warm. I’d also enjoy loving hands to pet me! My name is Lucy (A027583) and I’m a spayed female Walker Hound who has been at the shelter for thirty days. I’m friendly with other dogs, I’m nice to children and I’m just an all-around sweetheart at 10-years of age. Please don’t let me go another day alone - come visit me and let’s get to know one another. My adoption fee has already been paid for by a shelter friend! But please hurry! You see, there’s just not enough room for all the dogs who arrive at the shelter. Hours are 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday, Noon to 4pm on Saturday and 1pm to 4pm on Sundays. If you need driving directions, please call Pender County Animal Shelter at 910-259-1484 or email [email protected].

I am sponsored in honor of Kathleen M. Langone.

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1,103 days at the shelter – but who’s counting? – ME, Tessa. You have seen me here before, but I’m not giving up. Yes, I’m big, 65 pounds. Yes, I’m a senior at 8-years- old. But I’m healthy, loving, laid-back, love adventures and have great ears to listen to your problems and will never tell a soul! I do have one special request – I’m not fond of cats or small dogs. That’s not so bad – do you like everyone that you meet? So, what do you say? Come out to Paw’s Place to meet me and let’s talk to see if we are a match. My friends can be reached at 910-845-7297 Phone: 910 458-5800 and the shelter is open every day from 9am to Noon. I’m the girl for you, I just know it. Fax: 910 458-5802

www.animalhospitalcarolinabeach.com I am sponsored in honor of all the people who Email: [email protected] lovingly care for the dogs at Paws Place. Shelter News & Events

Wilmington Fur Ball Raises $22,000 On Saturday, November 4, 2017, guests of the Wilmington Fur Ball Mas- querAID were decked out in Vendors and Silent Auction Donations their elegant cocktail attire Needed for the Pet Expo! and masks, all for the sup- It’s that time again! There’s still time to sign on and port and AID of animal promote your pet-related business in a big way and rescue groups in the New pinpoint your target market at the 11th Annual Monty’s Hanover, Brunswick, and Home Pet Expo at the Coastline Conference and Events Pender County areas. Be- Center in Wilmington on February 25 from 11am to 3pm. tween sponsorships, ticket sales, and live and silent auction More than 500 people on average attend this widely- purchases, the Fur Ball raised $22,000. Adopt-An ANGEL publicized event. Display your wares to a huge animal- and Pender Humane Society, hosts of the Wilmington Fur loving crowd and feel good in knowing that your vendor Ball, and other rescue groups will be awarded the proceeds fee goes to help animals at the same time! Also needed via a grant process starting in January 2018. are any and all local businesses to donate goods or In its 12-years of existence, the Wilmington Fur Ball has services to the silent auction. What a great way for local raised $217,375. Through this single, annual event, the pet businesses to get your name out there and support the Wilmington Fur Ball provides supplemental funding for Monty’s Home mission! Vendor booth space is still animal rescue groups in New Hanover, Pender, and Bruns- available, but it’s going fast. Reserve your space today wick counties. Providing this funding allows the animal by filling out the form at www.montyshome.org. For rescue groups to continue their good work of pulling un- more information, visit www.montyshome.org, email wanted, abandoned, abused, and homeless animals from [email protected] or call 910-259-7911. local shelters, providing veterinary care and social skills training, and matching these pets to their “fur-ever” families. Plans are already underway for the 13th Annual 2018 Wilmington Fur Ball. Stay tuned, as the location and date will be announced in January 2018! By attending the event, donating items for the live and silent auction sales, or being a corporate sponsor, chances improve for animals to get out of local shelters alive and into their forever home. For more info, please visit www.wilmingtonfurball.com. The Wilmington Fur Ball is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (# 33-1201533). All profits raised are granted to animal rescue operations in New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick counties to help homeless, abandoned, and surrendered pets find suitable, loving homes. The Wilmington Fur Ball does not receive government funding and is supported by the generous donations of businesses and individuals in the community.

Spay and Neuter Funds Now Available! Pender Humane Society can help you with the spay- ing and neutering of your personal pets or feral colony of cats you feed. Funds are currently available and open to all citizens of New Hanover, Pender and surrounding counties. Please call 910-899-0934 or email [email protected] today for your voucher!

January 2018 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 41 There are four things I’d love to have in 2018: 1) a lap to sit on 2) hands that pet me 3) a window to observe the world and 4) a forever family! My name is Pieces and I’m a loving and friendly Calico girl. I’m super-affectionate, social, a purring machine and I get along great with other cats. I’m used to living indoors-only and am welcoming to all I meet. In fact, they had a hard time getting my photo because all I wanted to do was be rubbed and touched the entire time. I’m considered a senior at 12-years-old, but I look and feel like a youngster and am in excellent health, having been spayed, vaccinated and litterbox- trained. I am truly a wonderful companion who will make you feel completely loved! Please call Pender Humane Society at 910-259-7022 and tell them you’re interested in meeting me!

I am sponsored by Jan Hollis in honor of Miss Kitty.

Puppy Power! That’s right, I’m a Super-Puppy because I have the power to make you fall in love with me at first glance. I can also melt hearts at the first cuddle. My name is Mocha and I’m a very pretty 6-month-old. We’re Coastal Engraving not sure what I’m Full color pictures of pets or other photos on mugs, mixed with - the mouse pads, coasters, refrigerator magnets and more. ears and face sug- gest Terrier while

Pet ID Tags the chocolate- colored fur sug- Trophies gests Lab. Any- Plaques way, it all adds up to one spectacular girl! I have the Signs friendliest, sweetest personality and I’m learning how to walk on a leash. I’m also working on simple commands Pet Memorials and you can see from my photo that I’m doing very well Rubber Stamps with ‘sit’. At just 25 pounds, I’m spayed and vaccinated. I love people, I love other dogs and I just ignore the shelter Name Badges cat. Won’t you come meet me? Call Pender Humane Society at 910-259-7022 and get ready for some kisses!

Sponsored in memory of Milo, South Kerr Business Center 910-392-5340 118-A South Kerr Avenue the big black dog who stole our hearts! Wilmington, NC www.coastalengraving.com Mommy and Daddy miss you every day! Calendar of Events

Brunswick Animal Services Saturday Adoptions January 6, 13, 20 & 27 January From 10am to 1:30pm, Brunswick Animal Protective Services (located at 429 Greenswamp Road in Supply) is open Saturdays for adoptions. Please call 910-754-8204 for more information Adopt-An-ANGEL Cat Adoptions Seven Days a Week! and to confirm dates. Kittens and cats will be available for adoption at Pet Supermar- ket in Wilmington, Petco in Wilmington, Petsense in Wilming- Columbus Humane Society Adoption Fairs ton, and Petsense in Shallotte from 9am to 9pm Monday January 6, 13, 20 & 27 through Saturday and 10am to 6pm on Sundays. For more info, Columbus Humane Society will be at Petsmart in Wilmington call 910-392-0557. on Saturdays from 11am to 4pm with adoptable dogs and cats. For more information, please call 910-499-1148. New Hanover Humane Society Adoptions 6 Days a Week Your next companion could be at the New Hanover Humane New Hanover Animal Services Saturday Adoptions Society in Wilmington, from 10am to 2pm Monday through January 6, 13, 20 & 27 Saturday. For more information, please call 910-763-6692. From 10am to 2pm, the shelter (located at 180 Division Drive in Wilmington) is open Saturdays for dog, puppy, cat and kitten Cat Tails Adoption Facility adoptions. Please call 910-798-7500 for more information and January 3, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14, 17, 20, 21, 24, 27 & 28 to confirm dates. From 11am to 1pm on Wednesdays, 11am to 3pm on Satur- days, and 11am to 3pm on Sundays, cats and kittens are avail- All 4 Cats Adoption Fairs Every Saturday able for adoption. For more information, please call 910-575- January 6, 13, 20 & 27 4529. Stop by the Monkey Junction Petsmart (5226 S. College Road) in Wilmington every Saturday from 10am to 7pm to meet R.A.C.E. Adoption Fair at Aunt Kerry’s Pet Stop adoptable cats and kittens. Please call 919-710-3872 or visit January 6 www.all4cats.org. Adoption counselors will be on site to assist From 10am to 2pm, R.A.C.E. will have animals available for in the adoption process. adoption at Aunt Kerry’s Pet Stop (3600 S. College Road next to Food Lion). Please call 910-579-0407 for more information Dauntless Dog Rescue of NC Adoption Fairs or to confirm date and time. January 6, 13, 20 & 27 Adoptable puppies and dogs will be available for adoption from Adopt-An-ANGEL Adoption Fairs at Petco 11am to 2pm at PetSmart in Mayfaire. For information, visit January 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28 www.ddrnc.org or call 910-777-7186. From 11am to 5pm, Adopt-An-ANGEL will have puppies, kittens, dogs and cats available for adoption on Saturdays and Paws Place Extended Visiting Hours at the Kennel Sundays at Petco in Wilmington. Please call 910-392-0557 for January 6 & 20 more information and to confirm dates. On January 6 and 20, the Paws Place kennel will have extended visiting hours from 10am to 2pm. Please visit their website, NHC Rabbit Rescue of Wilmington Adoption Fairs www.pawsplace.org, for available dogs. January 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28 Meet adoptable rabbits from 11am to 5pm on Saturdays and Paws Place Meet and Greets Sundays. Adoption locations rotate between Petco (324 South January 13 & 27 College Road), PetSmart (in Mayfaire), PetSmart (4715 New Paws Place will have adoptable dogs for you to visit with at Centre Drive) and PetSense (4310 Shipyard Boulevard). Please Unleashed of Wilmington in the Landfall Shopping Center on call 910-686-9171 ahead of time to confirm the location and Saturday, January 13 and 27 from 11am to 2pm. To see which date. dogs will be there and NOT at the kennel, please visit www.facebook.com/pawsplace on the morning of the Meet and Pender County Animal Shelter Weekend Adoptions Greet. January 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28 Pender County Animal Shelter (3280 New Savannah Road in Monty’s Home Meet & Greet at Trulie Dogs Burgaw) will be open Noon to 4pm on Saturdays and 1pm to January 27 4pm on Sundays for adoptions. For information and to confirm On Saturday, January 27, from 10am to 12pm, come to Trulie dates, call 910-259-1484. Dogs, 8258 Market Street in Wilmington, and meet the newest bunch of adorable adoptables, the “Winter” group of Pender! Cat Tails Adoption Fairs Each of these dogs is currently enrolled in the Pawsitive Part- January 6, 13, 20 & 27 ners Prison Program at Pender Correctional where their inmate From 9am to 3pm on Saturdays, adoptable cats and kittens will trainers are crate-training them as well as teaching them to sit, be at Petsmart in Wilmington. Please call 910-253-1375 for stay, and walk on a leash. For more info, call 703-864-5754, more information. email [email protected], or visit www.montyshome.org.

January 2018 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 43 Hello world, my name is Mr. Guinness Pitty- ful (you can just call me Guinness) and I'm looking for that special someone to start my new life with. I love everyone and everything; people of all sizes, dogs, cats, etc. I'm a super- happy guy who just wants to be around people. I love when they give me hugs, pet me, lay next to me and just hang around with me. I do like going for Hello there! I’m Lily, a 2-year-old Silver-Grey Tabby. short walks, but I don't do long distances. I was hit by a car I’m a very laid-back, calm girl who just wants to be pet- last summer and have fully recovered, but too much walking is ted and loved on by someone like you! I enjoy curling a bit tough on me. I don't like being left alone and will cry up on things and taking a snooze, such as this cat toy when you leave so a home where noise isn't a problem is best. in my photo or, most likely, a comfy cat bed. As for I also need to be in a crate when you aren't around. If you humans, I’ll start purring the moment you give me atten- work from home or spend a lot of time around the house, I'd tion or stroke my soft fur. Aahh, that’s nice! And my be more than happy to keep you company. Did I mention how health is superb. I am spayed, vaccinated and litterbox- much I love being around people? Do you think I might be a trained. You’ll find out how loving I am as soon as you good fit for you? For an explanation of our adoption process, come meet me at Pender Humane Society. Give them application, and fees, visit mpbf.org, email [email protected] or a call at 910-259-7022 if you need driving directions or call Merit Pit Bull Foundation at 336-618-PITT. adoption information. See you soon!

I am sponsored by Robyn Davis in memory of I am sponsored in loving memory of Theresa Siskavich. Tonto Benton Mills.

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RUSSELL RESCUE INC. - CAROLINAS CAROLINA BASSET HOUND RESCUE My name is Sammie Grace My name is Elvis and I am a and my story is a rough one happy-go-lucky guy! I am with a super amazing out- 10-years young, crate-trained, come! When I was found, it house-trained and my ears perk appeared I’d been hit by a up every time I hear my name! car. I suffered a sacroiliac I love to take walks with my luxation, hip displacement, foster mom any time she will go tibia break and pelvic fracture. and I would even like to run with After 5-weeks at the vet, I was someone who jogs! I am a very able to go to a foster home! I spunky Basset Hound! I LOVE have a few weeks left in my humans and I will immediately external fixator (pins in my roll over for a belly rub any tibia) but that has not stopped chance I can get! If you are me wanting to run and play! I looking for a low-key Basset am supposed to rest, but who Hound who can be a couch potato when you want to relax wants to rest when I have a new lease on life? My vet says but also play and go for walks - I’m your guy! If you are inter- I will always be a special needs pup, simply because of my ested in meeting me or hearing more, contact my foster gait and the future aging of my body with trauma at such a mom, Leslie, at 910-352-5150 visit www.cbhr.com. young age. I am 3-years-old, weigh 11 pounds, and spayed. I am up to date on vaccines and am so ready to meet my forever family! I am a Jack Russell and Rat Terrier MERIT PIT BULL FOUNDATION mix, I am fine with other dogs, and I have met some cats I'm Alfie. I shadow my foster but wasn't too sure of them. I have never met kids, but am mom's every move and I just want not sure I need to be with small kids who may play rough. I to be loved. I adjusted well to a need a big fenced yard where I can run, play, and live out three dog home with some very this amazing second chance at life! To adopt me, email high energy and Alpha personali- [email protected], call 910-821-3504 to leave a ties. I just want to fit in. I love to message, or visit www.russellrescue.com. play with the jolly ball and stuffed animals. I love to eat, too! I do not have accidents and I'm not destruc- CHIHUAHUA RESCUE & TRANSPORT - SOUTHEAST tive in the home. I know “stay” and My name is Tex and I’m a short- will not rush a door. I know “sit” and haired male Chihuahua and “leave it” and I’m working on Dachshund mix. I’m a Hurricane “down.” I love my treats and train- Harvey survivor who was not re- ing time. I have a cherry eye which requires eye drops twice claimed by my previous owners. I a day, but it does not bother me. To fill out an adoption appli- was a perfect gentleman on the cation, visit www.meritpitbullfoundation.com, send an email to long journey from Texas to North [email protected] or call 336-618-PITT. Carolina. Folks think that I could have been a puppy mill dog. I am SCHNAUZER RESCUE OF THE CAROLINAS 2-years-old and weigh 15 pounds. I was very timid when I arrived in Hello there, I’m Roger! my new foster home. I am house- I’m a Schnauzer mix who trained now and am working on not is almost 2-years-old. I marking. Thankfully, I was quick to figure out that belly rubs weigh 31 pounds, I’ve had are free, along with warm blankets and lots of snuggles. I’m all my vaccinations, I’m learning to accept strangers, and I’ve become very partial to heartworm negative, neu- my foster mom. I get along with the other dogs in my foster tered and I’ve had a dental home. I bark at and chase my foster mom’s cats but I don’t cleaning! I was neglected try to hurt them. I’m a very sweet, loyal dog whose favorite as a pup so now I just love things are snuggles, walks, and treats! I was neglected, and attention and will make a I’m currently being treated for heartworms. I will be able to great family dog. I love go into a foster-to-adopt home once I’m cured of heart- people and other dogs. I worms but don’t you wait until then...you can go ahead and love to cuddle and give apply for me now. Then once I’m ready and cleared by the lots of sweet kisses. I am leash-trained, house-trained vet, you can bring me home immediately! I am up to date and all I need is a loving family. Send an email to on all vaccinations and neutered. Please email [email protected] or call 919- [email protected], call Carla at 723-7145 for an application. P.S. Mention this PawPrints ad 336-813-0800, or visit us at www.chihuahua-rescue.com. for a $35 discount on my tax deductible adoption donation! January 2018 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 45 Adoption Celebration

46 www.PawPrintsMagazine.com January 2018 Need someone I am a complete love to cuddle with at and I’m going to night? I’m Snook make my new family and I’m ready to fill very happy in 2018! up that empty spot My name is Belle on your lap, couch and I’m an 8-year- or bed! I’m a buff- old, spayed Lab/ colored boy kitten, Hound mix girl. I’m just 11-weeks-old, certainly a perfect and as you can see house companion as I’m very comfort- I’m house-trained, able with humans. crate-trained, ex- Pick me up, please! tremely friendly and I love to play with I know basic com- other kitties and I mands. I’m used to also enjoy hopping, living indoors with my skipping and play- humans and playing ing with toys. I in a fenced-in yard. have all my kitten Most of all, I just want vaccinations and to be someone’s very just got neutered. best friend. Could I’m ready to go home and start putting smiles on my new that be you? Please call New Hanover Humane Society at family member’s faces! Please call Pender Humane Soci- 910-763-6692. They’ll be happy to give you driving direc- ety at 910-259-7022 and tell them you’d love to meet me. tions or answer any questions you may have about me.

Sponsored by Your Friends at Pender Humane I am sponsored in loving memory of Levi D. Society’s Furry Friend's Re-sale Shop. We Care!! Please consider adopting.

Dr. Christian Bolz Dr. Debbie Bolz Dr. Daniel Houlihan Dr. Colleen Peat

910-313-3326

6005 Carolina Beach Road (1 mile south of Monkey Junction across from Harris Teeter)

Please Adopt Me!

I'm Arnold, a very laid-back and friendly boy, just 1-year-old. I'm neutered, vaccinated and FIV positive, so I'm looking for a home where I can live inside and be the only cat. Dogs are fine!

Please call 910-313-3326 for adoption info. Arnold

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