July 2015 Priceless

PawPrints Magazine's Homeless cover Models Tea for Two and Two for… Adoption! That’s right, my brother

Photo by Dick Parrott Parrott Dick by Photo Dobie and I are searching for loving families. My name is Tommy and I’m the kitten on the left with the blue bow. We are 9-week-old orange Tabby boys and we are simply adorable! When we’re not planning tea parties, we’re playing, skipping, napping and cuddling with humans. We just love balls with bells and we’re so cute when we carry our toys across the room in our mouth! We are both very healthy, very friendly and we handled our cover model duties like pros. It was fun to sit at the tea party table and get lots of attention. No one even cared when we knocked our teacups over. So, would you like to meet us? We can be adopted separately or together. Just give Pender Humane Society a call at 910-259-7022 and they’ll be glad to tell you even more about us. We’d also like to thank Dick Parrott for joining us at our tea party and taking our precious photo. With any luck, the next thing brewing will be our adoptions!

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My name is Zeus Hello! My and I’m a very name is Buck handsome and Z and I am a sweet boy who is chubby- around 9-years-old. cheeked cat However, you would with the most swear I look like a E kissable face 2-year-old pup and and the act like one, too. I sweetest was rescued by a heart! I’m just good Samaritan U 1-year-old when my time had and already run out at Animal neutered and Control. I lived in a current on foster home for al- S vaccinations. most a month with I enjoy cud- other dogs and cats and I behaved wonderfully. I’m dles with my currently being boarded at an animal hospital in town where human com- I’m receiving heartworm treatment. You don't have to worry panions and about paying for my treatment. Roxy Shines On, a fundrais- relaxing naps ing program at Aunt Kerry’s Pet Stop, will be covering the after a long cost of my heartworm treatment. I’m current on vaccinations day. Are you my new napping partner? Come over and and I’ve also been neutered. I’m always smiling, I’m happy let’s find out! If you would like to know more about me or to sit for a cookie and I love being loved. I would make any- inquire about the adoption process, please call Adopt-An- body a wonderful companion. If you're interested in meeting ANGEL at 910-392-0557 or visit www.adoptanangel.net me, please call 910-792-1311. for more details.

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URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running Out! I’m a happy, good- hearted boy named Cody (A016875) and I’m waiting for a loving home. Just look at this sweet smile! It’s a mystery how a handsome Lab mix boy like me ended up as a stray. I love all the folks I meet and I’ve shown no aggression to other animals. I had a good health check by the veterinarian and am just 1½-years-old! That’s a perfect age for me to go home with you and spend many, many years making happy memo- ries! Won’t you please come to the shelter and get to know me? I hope you’ll hurry - dogs are arriving every day and there’s just not enough room for us all. My adoption fee includes Distemper/Parvo vaccine, Kennel Cough vaccine, Ra- bies Vaccine, deworming, and 30 day flea/tick treatment. If you can’t come during the week, the shelter is open on Satur- days from Noon to 4pm and on Sundays from 1pm to 4pm. For more information, please call Pender County Animal Shel- ter at 910-259-1484 or email [email protected].

I am sponsored by the Sinclair family. Thank you! I, Sherlock, am on the hunt for a home. I am a wonderful, black, 10-month-old male kitty. I’ve been adopted twice. One time the other cats whooped my butt because I’m a lover not a fighter. The second time I was too playful for my elderly adopter. But, I won’t give up. I know I’m the perfect cat for someone. For more info on how to adopt me, please call Cat Tails at 910-253-1375.

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PawPrints Magazine™

Publishers / Editors Kelly Wall & Diane Pour

Cover Photographer 9 39 11 Dick Parrott

Head Writer Kelly Wall In This Issue

Graphic Design Diane Pour Features:

Adoption Celebration...……………………………………….....46 How To Reach Us: We welcome comments, suggestions, article ideas, Calendar of Events……………………………………..………..41 questions and subscription inquiries. Spay/Neuter Options…………………..…..…..23, 25, 28, 36, 38 Please send them to: Shelter News & Events……………..………………...………...43 PawPrints Magazine P.O. Box 4834 Wilmington, NC 28406 Animal Shelters & Organizations: 910-264-3647 Email: [email protected] Adoption Options…………………………..…….………… 8-9

www.PawPrintsMagazine.com Adopt-An-ANGEL……………………..………...... ……....11 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine Brunswick County Sheriff’s Animal Protective Services... 13 PawPrints Magazine is dedicated to saving the lives of homeless animals by promoting shelter Cat Adoption Team………………………..……………..….15 adoptions. We provide an up-to-date pictorial directory of shelters, humane societies and Cat Tails…………………….………………………….……..17 rescue organizations in the Cape Fear area. Deadline for submissions is before the 15th of New Hanover Humane Society……………………………. 19 each month. Please call to verify date. New Hanover Sheriff’s Office Animal Services Unit ….... 21 PawPrints Magazine is published on a monthly basis by Zappareta Publications, Inc. All non- Miss Avis Davis Fund…………...….……………….……… 22 profit organizations and individuals who are not in the business of breeding and/or selling Onslow County Animal Shelter……………………………. 29 animals are welcome to participate in the magazine. PawPrints Magazine cannot PAW’S Place………..………………………………..……... 31 guarantee the health or temperament of any animal offered for adoption through this Pender County Animal Shelter………………………..……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 37 animal. Prospective pet parents must contact Rescue Animals Community Effort……………………….. the shelter directly to make certain a particular Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue..…………….…..… 39 pet is still available or to inquire about the adoption process. Breed Rescues...…...……….………...…….……………… 45

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Please Recycle July 2015 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 7 Adoption Options We are all from different Animal Rescues. Please read our stories!

SOUTHERN REPTILE SAVIORS RESCUE OPERATION TOPCAT My name is Ghost and I’m probably My name is around a year old. I Bryleigh and I’m was in a home for a sweet, petite girl about 4-months and I who is 2-years-old was so scared. They and ready for a furr- fed me adult iguana ever home. I am a pellets and didn’t give quiet girl who wel- me any lights. Now, I have a nice big cage and these comes gentle pet- great warm lights. I’m still really scared of people but I’ll ting and attention. I get better. Chances are good that I’m a boy but I’m still especially like belly rubs! I was a stray who needed a den- too young to know for sure. I’d really love to find a forever tal because my teeth were missing and broken. I’m all home where I can settle down and bond with a loving fam- healed from that and doing great now. I can eat both wet ily. To adopt me, call Nicole at 910-470-6299. You can and dry food without a problem. I’m just waiting for the view available iguanas at www.thepamperediguana.com RIGHT person(s) to take me home. Could that be you? or check out our rescue on Facebook. Please call 910-200-0612 or email [email protected].

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Hi everyone! I'm Stella, the Hello, my name is sweetest little kitten on the Sophie! I’m a female block - at least that what every- Boxer mix who needs a one tells me! I love to cuddle forever family. I’ve and play with wand toys and been waiting at the res- laser pointers, but what I really cue for too long! I am want is a home to call my own. healthy and full of fun Could that be with you? I may and energy. I love to have limited sight but that run and get lots of atten- doesn't stop me because I’m a tion. I am spayed and brave girl. My right eye has a up to date on all my cataract, but I see light and shots. I tend to pick and shadows really well. Call 919- choose my playmates 710-3872 to set a time to meet (dogs), but if handled with me in my foster home or correctly all will be fine. visit www.facebook.com/ If you’re interested in a meeting, please contact PEAR at all4catsrescue. [email protected] or call 910-675-0867.

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Blue, an adorable My name is Lucy and I’m a 6-month-old male beautiful Redbone Hound, but Pit Bull Terrier. for the past 3-years I was Due to an unfortu- penned in a 6x6 outside cage. nate accident, my When my foster mom saw the rear leg was bro- condition that I was living in, ken. I had sur- she started to cry - living in my gery to repair the own waste, toenails so long injury and I’m they were curled into my foot improving nicely - paws and legs. But then she in fact, I’m ex- looked into my eyes and saw pected to have a such love and hope - please full recovery. I don’t leave me, I begged. At am patient, loving the vet, they tried to remove my collar but it was embedded and gentle. I’ve in my neck with which I suffered open wounds and a bad been neutered, I’m current on shots and I have a micro- infection. What a beauty I am now! Fully vetted and ready chip. For more information about me and how you can for my forever home! Call my foster mom at 910-324-1650 adopt, please call 910-383-2100 or 910-617-3760. or call OCPAW at 484-883-3552.

8 www.PawPrintsMagazine.com July 2015 Adoption Options We are all from different Animal Rescues. Please read our stories!

A SHELTER FRIEND CATLANDIA

Do you like hiking, going My name is Prana. I’m a for walks on the beach and 12-week-old kitty who was having an all-around good born outside and somehow time? Yeah, me too! My became separated from my name is Bo and I am a mama. I was lost for a puppy-like 1-year-old while and then I got res- American Bulldog who will cued! I am in a small res- steal your heart with my cue waiting for my new huge grin. I am a happy family to come and get me. boy who loves everyone, I am a playful boy who including other dogs. I loves other kitties. I have a have been neutered, mi- loud purr and I love to cud- crochipped, vaccinated and I’m on heartworm preventa- dle and snuggle with my kitty friends and my people tive. Edna can tell you more about me and how we can friends. I had a rough start in life but I am a happy and meet. Call her right now at 910-866-4289. Remember, no healthy kitten who needs a wonderful, loving, forever home one will ever love you like a dog who has been aban- as soon as possible. Call or text 910-515-9697 or send an doned. Visit us online at www.AShelterFriend.org and email to [email protected] and let’s meet! I www.facebook.com/ashelterfriend. just know you will love me and I will love you, too.

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Argh! Keep your paws My name is Simon and I away from my bootie! am an energetic Corgi and But you can pet me all Shepherd mix who is look- you want. My name is ing for a forever home! I Captain Jack and I am a need a family who can pro- spry young pirate looking vide me regular exercise for a land lover to share and direction on what is their home with me. I expected of me. I have enjoy walking the plank, completed doggie 'boot swabbing the deck and camp' to receive some ad- snuggling. I don’t have ditional training and struc- scurvy, am vaccinated, ture to my routine. My bags healthy and ready to set are packed and I’m ready to sail for your house. Call go to my new home! I'll be 910-256-2624 for adop- ready to provide you hours of entertainment and compan- tion details and to get ionship. Contact RescueConnect by calling 910-302-7290 your treasure, ME! or visiting www.rescueconnectnc.com.

PAWSITIVE PARTNERS PRISON PROGRAM COASTAL CANINE RESCUE My name is Tulip and I am a My name is CeeLo and I’m a Lab sweet little 10-week-old Shep- mix who was one of those dogs herd/Hound mix puppy. I have who was on the urgent list at Ani- 4 sisters - Petunia, Lily, Poppy, mal Control. I am 4 to 5-years-old and Daisy - and we are all cur- and I have the energy and playful- rently living at Pender Correc- ness of a very young dog. I’m 35 to tional Facility where we will be 40 pounds, vaccinated, neutered crate-trained, taught basic com- and on monthly heartworm and flea mands, and we will perfect the prevention. I’m house-trained, art of leash-walking. We are crate-trained and leash-trained. I spayed and have all our shots. already know basic commands like We are, in fact, the perfect pup- sit, down, shake. I love toys and pies, and we are all looking for would do well in a home with chil- perfect forever homes. To dren because I love to play! Over- adopt one of us, you can email [email protected], all, I’m a great dog who will be a great companion to any visit their website at www.montyshome.org and fill out an family. If you are interested in meeting me, please email online application, or call 910-259-7911. [email protected] or call 910-470-5554.

July 2015 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 9 Ever dream of Zzzzzz...my name is having a kitty cat Jimmy and I am who loves to kind of shy as my snuggle up and past life was not be loved? Well, great at all. I came look no further to rescue last year because I'm the and was scared to cat for you! My even come near a name is Saint human. I was afraid and I certainly they would hit or kick live up to my me! But my foster name! I was mommy was awe- found in a church some and she and I was cold, taught me that not alone and starv- all humans are bad. ing. I knew the When my foster church would be mom felt I had come out of my shell enough to enjoy life, I the place to go moved to Wilmington to look for my forever home! It took and find sanctu- me a week in my new foster home to even come out of my ary. I am so crate, but now I am FREE! I love running in the house with sweet! I love to my duck toy in my mouth, I love peanut butter kongs, I enjoy play, cuddle and chasing my foster sibling Jack Russells around and I like purr like an engine. I just love to be picked up and loved warm fluffy beds. I am still skittish around loud noises, on. I am purrfect in every way, except I tend to get the voices, or sudden movements but I would never think of bit- sniffles and can be a little loud when purring or breathing. ing. I am around 5 to 6-years-old, house-trained perfectly, When I get the sniffles, I sneeze a little more than your never mess in my crate, have all my vaccines, and am neu- average kitty, but the doctors here at College Road Ani- tered. I am constantly on the move so would be good with mal Hospital say I am perfectly healthy! Just keep some an active family. I am not sure about men yet, but I LOVE tissues around the house for me. I have already been the ladies! Are you ready for me? To adopt me, call Caroli- neutered and vaccinated and I tested negative fore Feline nas Russell Rescue at 910-821-3504 and leave a message Leukemia and FIV. I would make a great addition to your or you can send an email to [email protected]. home and I will love you forever! To adopt me, call 910- 395-6555 or visit www.collegeroadanimalhospital.com to I am sponsored in memory of Oscar and Madison Pour, fill out an application. two very special, life changing Jack Russell Terriers. Adopt-An-ANGEL Please call 910-392-0557 to adopt us!

►Hello! My name is ►My name is Lou and I am a Hawkeye and I am very sweet, loveable girl. My sponsored by Cape “pull fee” was sponsored by Fear Smiles, which Stadium Batting Cages of Wil- means they paid the mington. Thank you for saving "pull" fee for me to my life! Now, I am safe with get into rescue and Adopt-An-ANGEL. I am a mid- essentially saved my sized Boxer/Pit mix. I am a life. I am the most dominant girl so I would do best amazing dog. I am as an only pet, but I love people even-tempered and and adore kids even more. I do great with other am completely house-trained, animals. I am mid- have been treated for heart- sized at just under 40 worms and walk pretty well on a pounds. I am friendly leash. Please call my foster mom at 910-523-1254 for more and well-mannered. I respond to leash correction so I walk details. If you only want one pet, you should choose me! pretty well on a leash. You will LOVE me so give me a chance. Did you know that black dogs are least likely to get ◄“Got a girl, her name's adopted? Can you help me change that statistic? I have the Francine, finest thing you whitest teeth and prettiest smile. No wonder Cape Fear ever seen.” I got my name Smiles wanted to save me! from the ZZ Top song because I am one of the finest ◄My name is Beagles ever. I was a stray Peter and I at a local shelter and did have the most not have much of a chance handsome of getting out alive due to smile. I abso- my age. Adopt-An-ANGEL lutely love took me in and started me people, I am on the road to adoption. I outgoing and I am heartworm negative so have a bubbly someone owned me at one personality. I time. My teeth had been am neutered, very neglected. The vet vaccinated had to pull 17 teeth! I was and heart- also spayed and had a small mass on my right side re- worm nega- moved. I feel so much better! I can now eat well and have tive. I was at a local shelter that was overcrowded. I was a been chowing down my food in true Beagle style. I get stray and you can tell I didn’t come from the best back- along with everyone, kids, dogs and especially cats. I even ground, but I am willing to learn and I am a quick study. So, love kittens. I would make a wonderful addition to any it shouldn’t take me very long at all to learn how to become home. I’m also perfect for an apartment because unlike your pampered pet. Come see me at Petco every weekend. many Beagles, I rarely bark or make any noise.

◄My name is Tucker. I am a ►My name is Amos TOTAL sweetheart and I am so and I am homeless. gentle. I am kind of scared and I am a dream. I do overwhelmed at being home- well with other dogs less. I tested positive for heart- and older kids. I worms and my adopter brought walk well on a leash me back to the shelter where and am very obedi- Adopt-An-ANGEL rescued me. ent. I am a strong I am a mid-sized dog who dog so I will need a weighs about 50 to 60 pounds. I firm leader. Please will need someone to give me come see me at time to learn to trust them. I am Petco on Saturdays afraid of men and loud noises, or call and let Adopt- but once I get to know you and feel comfortable, I am An-ANGEL know AMAZING! I seem to do well with other animals and I am you are interested house-trained. To learn more about me, call 910-620-3783. so they can put you in touch with my foster mom.

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July 2015 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 11 URGENT! My Time Is Running Out! I’m a friendly, goofy, loveable boy named Mac (A015439) and I need you! I’m a Boxer/Lab mix who walks great on a leash and I listen well to commands. I’m also a young fellow at 3-years-old. I have such a sweet disposition and I’m not at all dog-aggressive. In fact, if dogs are getting rowdy around me I don’t engage in it at all and just ignore them. I’ve been adopted a few times, and have been brought back to the shelter through no fault of my own. (I can’t stress that enough!) The reasons they brought me back were family illnesses, financial troubles and life changes. I’m hoping my next home will be the perfect fit I’ve been searching for! Please, won’t you give me another chance at a happy life? Dogs arrive every day at this shelter and there’s just not enough room for us all. Please hurry! My adoption fee includes vaccinations, deworming, and 30 day flea/tick treatment. If you can’t come during the week, the shelter is open on Saturdays from Noon to 4pm and on Sundays from 1pm to 4pm. For more info, call Pender County Animal Shelter at 910-259-1484 or email [email protected].

I am sponsored in honor of Kathleen M. Langone. Brunswick County Sheriff’s Animal Protective Services Please call 910-754-8204 to adopt us! OPEN SATURDAYS!

◄There are over ten ◄Hi there! My name kittens waiting for lov- is Sable (A079292) ing homes at the shel- and I am obviously ter! And I know this the next Colgate star. may be hard to believe, With a smile like this, but they are all just as how could you possi- sweet and precious as bly resist taking me me. My name is Marco home? I am only (A079554) and I’m an 10-months-old and 8-week-old boy who my shelter friends loves to play, hop, think that I am a Lab- bounce, nap, cuddle rador Retriever and and kiss! Please hurry German Shepherd over to the shelter to mix. Please say meet me and my pals! you’ll come see me!

►Come meet me and discover why Black Please check our Facebook page for Labs (or mixes) are the Adoption Fair events for July 2015. USA’s most favorite family dog! Hello, I’m Our FB page is: Brunswick Sheriff's Higgins (A078618), Animal Adoption Page. and I’m a very sweet boy, just 1½-years-old. Spot I’m already neutered, ►Hi guys! My name so you won’t have to is Casey (A078260) worry about scheduling but my shelter that for me. I would be friends believe I so happy and excited missed my casting to see you at my ken- call to be Salem on nel door. We can walk the show ‘Sabrina around the play yard the Teenage Witch’. together, toss a ball Oh well, who needs and fall in love! stardom when I could have you! I’m ◄Well, hello! I’m a 2-year-old neu- Sasha (A078921), tered boy with a very a 1-year-old, sweet personality. I spayed Labrador hope you’ll hurry over to meet me - I’m a fabulous find! Retriever and Bor- der Collie mix. I ◄Hello there! hate to brag but I My name is am advancing very Cameron quickly in the man- (A078774) and ners department although we have and I will be the not met yet I have star of the show been in the cat before you know it. adoption room for Come on out and a few days. I am a let me show you shy girl but becom- my new moves! ing more social as Perhaps you’ll each day passes. want to take me If there is room in home! How can your heart and you resist these home for a special young lady like me then come on beautiful eyes? down to the shelter and let’s get to know each other!

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Hi, let me introduce myself. My name is Easter because my 5 babies were born on Easter Sunday. Since then, I have been spayed and completely vetted. I have weaned my puppies and feel better than ever! They think I may have some Cattle Dog in me because I am so smart. You will never find a more loveable girl than me and as you can see, I really like to cuddle. I like other dogs and I CASPER NEEDS A NEW HOME! love to play. I was found abandoned in a rain storm and a Hello, my name is Casper and I’m a 12-year-old, neutered, wonderful man brought me to R.A.C.E. Please, can I live with male indoor cat whose elderly owner just died. I am loving, you?! If you would like to know more about me or would like I do not bite or claw furniture and I come with a clean bill of to find out how we can become best friends, please call health as of April 2015. I prefer a quiet home where I can 910-579-0407 or visit www.raceshelter.org. be the only pet. I come with a carrying kennel, litterbox, food, treats, bowl and more! Call 910-259-8323 and leave I am sponsored by Top Toad in the Cotton Exchange in a message or email [email protected]. I am Downtown Wilmington, NC. Thank you! looking forward to hearing from you!

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◄Hi, I'm ◄Hi there, I'm Gunner! I'm a Starlight! Chihuahua/ I'm currently Pomeranian Moonbeam's male and am roommate/ approximately best friend. 1-year-old. I (She’s pic- am very sweet tured at bot- and gentle. I tom.) I'm a get along well solid black with other dogs male kitten, and warm up quickly to people. I like to give lots of just a year kisses. Take me home and you'll find out just how love- old. Of the two, I'm the more outgoing one. It didn't take able I am! Call Sandra at 910-284-1990 if you'd like to me long to start venturing around the adoption center. I open up your home to a sweet dog like me! like cuddling and get along with both cats and dogs. Would you please consider adopting me along with Moonbeam? ◄Hey, I'm Larry! I'm a 1-year-old ►Hi, I'm male Miniature Ruby! I'm Pinscher. I was a 1-year-old found in a school- brown Tabby yard, then I was girl. I'm sent to Columbus playful, but County Animal I’m not too Control, and now happy about I'm with the C.A.T. being kept rescue group ea- inside a gerly waiting for cage sur- my new home. I'm sweet and gentle and get along well rounded by with everyone, including other dogs and children. I have other cats. also been neutered and am crate-trained. Please give I do not like Chris a call at 910-471-2566 if you'd like to adopt me! other cats and cannot be in a home with other cats or small chil-

dren. Please, if you have no cats of your own, consider VOLUNTEERS and opening up your home to me so I can finally feel more at peace and be the queen of the castle. If you give me a FOSTER HOMES NEEDED!!! chance, I will be your sweet and awesome girl!

Call 910-792-9014 for more information. ◄Hey, I'm Moonbeam! I'm a 6-month-old black female kitten with a cute little patch of white hair on my chest. ◄Hey there, I'm AJ. Right now, I'm roommates I'm a 1-year-old male with another black kitten, Beagle/Basset Hound Starlight (also pictured on mix. I'm a unique boy this page). Though we are with one blue eye and not related, we are best one brown eye. I'm lov- friends and would be a ing, playful, and I open great pair to adopt together. up quickly. I am great I am shy at first, but I warm with other dogs, cats, up quickly. I can also be and children. I basically pretty playful. I don't like get along with every- being held much, but I body! Adopt me, and would enjoy cuddling with you won't be let down! you. I'm ok with cats and For more information dogs. Overall, I'd say my about adopting me, contact Sandra at 910-284-1990. buddy and I are a great catch, so come meet us soon!

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Mickie Mouse Hello, Rio is here, and I am my name! I’m ready to go home a 7-month-old, with you! I am look- male Chihua- ing for a lap to lay in hua pup who and a hand to pet was dropped me. I love people off at Paw’s and cats and am Place. I’m sure to be a great fit fully vetted, in your family, if you neutered and give me the chance. microchipped. I’m a girl who was Although my once pleasantly foster home is plump, but my great, I long to weight is now man- be with a aged with a yummy forever fam- food. Besides, it is ily. When I’m “all about that bass”, not playing right? As you can with the other see, I am gorgeous dogs and children of the house, I truly enjoy sitting in a lap and ready to accept and passing out kisses. I know how to walk on a leash and my role as resident am working on crate-training. I even get along with cats – beauty queen in what more could you ask of a guy?!? If you would like to your home. Get my throne ready and call C.A.R.E. at meet me, please email [email protected] or call 910-256-2624 to adopt me, NOW! 910-845-7297 to set up an appointment. Hope to be giving you kisses soon! 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.

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16 www.PawPrintsMagazine.com July 2015 Cat Tails Please call 910-253-1375 to adopt us!

◄Jayda means ►Much like any “precious stone” ninja, I am quite and well, I am agile. I am named precious. after a ninja, Nikita, Maybe not a and like many war- stone but worth riors, somewhat of a “precious a loner. I get along stone fortune!” with others and I am a small play well, but I am female Tortie used to being on who is my own, so I will approximately need some time to 10-months-old. adjust. I am a As a kitten, I beautiful, sleek, was living be- gray kitty and just hind Bojangles about a year old. until this nice lady whisked me away. I am very quiet and like to sit around and if you pick me up, I’ll stay in the same position. So maybe I am kinda like a stone. Any way you ►No, I am look at it I am very sweet. not named after the ►I am a Caramel nou- liquor, Moonshine, gat, a little brown, or- I am named ange, and black, or if after a shin- you prefer, a Tortie. ing moon. I And like a good cara- am quiet and mel nougat, I am very docile, in fact sweet. I am only 7- often bullied months-old, so just by other about the age to get my cats. Does driver’s license. No, that sound only kidding, cats can’t like some- drive. But I would be one who willing to take a ride to may partake? I am 6-years-old and I’ve already been your house. Come get declawed. So when I’m picked on, I have no defense. a great piece of candy Please make like Calgon and take me away - from here and no calories. and these obnoxious cats!

◄Elvis has left the building! But he really hasn’t. I’m sitting here shaking, rattling and rolling, sing- ing my heart out! I am a younger Elvis (before the fat days) and a cute self-reliant Tabby (once again before my over indulgent stage). I love attention, but like ▲Martini and Daiquiri! Don’t we sound good? Actually, Elvis, only when we are just two of the many kittens Cat Tails has for I want it. So at adoption. Come meet us and all of our friends. You 3-years-old, we have quite a bit of time to spend together. might want to take one of us home with you!

6622 Beach Drive SW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469 www.cattails.org

July 2015 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 17 Could I be the perfect Hi there! dog? There are some My name who say I am! My name is Nitchi! is Harvey and I’m a I'm a very 3-year-old red and white unique Pit Bull Terrier. I am very girl, calm, very sweet and a hence my devout lover of humans. I extraordi- just adore receiving atten- nary tion and will ‘sit’ as soon name. as I’m asked. I also know The name the command ‘down’. I’m Nitchi house-trained and leash- originates trained and I don’t tug or from the pull while we’re walking. Navaho If you tell me ‘No’, I’ll stop word whatever I’m doing. I’m meaning not at all destructive and "spirit", and what a special spirit I am! I was brought in have never once tried to tear up the blanket in my kennel. I to College Road Animal Hospital by a very sweet lady get along great with other dogs and ignore the ones who bark who wanted to keep me, but circumstances just would at me. I would probably be great with children as I’m so gen- not allow it. So, here I am awaiting my chance at what tle and calm - you can put a dog biscuit in your mouth, lean every kitty desires, a loving furrever home. I'm rather over to me and offer it, and I’ll take it ever so gently with my shy at first, but once I adapt to my surroundings and gain own mouth. I suppose the only thing standing in the way of trust, I'll provide a lifetime of friendship, affection and my perfection is that I’m a bit too inquisitive about cats, but love. My favorite thing is my scratching post and I love that’s easily remedied with a non-feline home. I hope after to have my cheeks rubbed! I would love nothing more reading all these great qualities you’ll be hopping in the car to than to meet you, and hopefully, be the purrfect addition come meet me! Everyone at the shelter has fallen in love to your family! I have been spayed and vaccinated and I with me and I think you will, too. Please call Pender Humane tested negative for Feline Leukemia/FIV. If you or some- Society at 910-259-7022 for adoption information. one you know is interested in adopting a beautiful and gentle spirit like me, please call 910-395-6555 or visit Sponsored by Your Friends at Pender Humane www.collegeroadanimalhospital.com to fill out an appli- Society’s Furry Friend’s Re-sale Shop. We care! cation. Hope to love you soon. New Hanover Humane Society Please call 910-763-6692 to adopt us! Open 10am-2pm Mon-Sat

►Hello! My name Raise Money By Eating PIZZA with CiCi’s! is Penny and I’d

love to have the Come to CiCi’s (341 S. College Road) on the chance to meet you. 1ST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH, all day, I’m a 3-year-old, 76 anytime, and mention the New Hanover Humane pound Rottie mix Society at the register. Enjoy all the girl who is already pizza you can eat! spayed, vaccinated

and on heartworm CiCi’s will donate 10% of your prevention. I like to net sales back to the shelter. keep my kennel clean, I do not dig, and I play nicely inside a fenced-in yard. One thing my ►I’m a sweet little friends have noticed guy and I know how about me is that I to steal hearts! sure do love stuffed Come on over to squeaky toys! I the shelter and I’ll don’t tear them up - show you. In the no, no - I’m very careful with them and treat them gently. I meantime, I’ll tell like other dogs and have been enjoying my time in the play you all about my- yard with Cookie, pictured below. If you have a dog who self: My name is needs a friend, bring him or her over to meet me! I would Lucas and I’m a do well in a home with adults-only or teenagers (I’m a little 4-year-old Basset big for small kids) and I have a special fondness for Hound mix boy who women. Please come meet me - I’m a great girl! is house-trained, leash-trained, neu-

tered and vaccinated. I can sit and PleaseWe call Have about a Low-Cost our low cost shake hands on command and I get Spayspay/neuter and Neuter program. Program!

along great with other dogs. I once lived with cats and they were my PLEASE CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT: friends, too! My family moved out west and couldn’t take 910-763-6692 me so this is your lucky day! Please hop in the car and let’s get to know one another here. I could be your match! 910-763-6692

◄Looking for an adorable sidekick who will sleep in bed with you at night and play with you during the day? Well, look no further, because I am here to do all that and more! My name is Cookie and I’m a very friendly Jack Russell Terrier girl. I’m just 4-years-old and I weigh in at a perfectly sized 17 pounds. I hope you’ll consider adopting me because I’ll make your life positively rosy! I love to go for car rides so you and I can go everywhere together if you like. I’m house-trained so there’ll be no accidents with me, and I’m also a great friend to children. (I once lived with a 3-year-old). I’m friendly to cats as well and, although I didn’t live with another dog, I’ve been best buddies with Penny, pictured above, since I came to the shelter. I’d love to go for walks with you around the neighborhood. Oh yes, I have a box of supplies in the shed at the shelter so don’t forget to take that with you when you adopt me…see you soon!

2405 North 23rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 www.nhumanesoc.com

July 2015 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 19 Hi there! My name is Lucy! One of the wonderful ladies at College Road Animal Hospital found me and my sister running the streets of downtown Wilmington back in April. She scooped us up before we got ourselves into too much trouble, and we are so grateful she did! As you may have already guessed, we got our names from the famous charac- ters Lucy Ricardo and Ethel Mertz on the "I Love Lucy" show. Ethel was lucky enough to be adopted, so now it’s my turn. I’m quite a loving girl and would give anything to be your new best friend. I am great with other dogs and cats and I absolutely love kids! I am current on vaccinations, I am heartworm free and I’ve already been spayed. If you are interested in adopting me, please call 910-395-6555 or visit www.collegeroadanimalhospital.com to fill out an application. New Hanover Sheriff’s Office Animal Services Unit Please call 910-798-7500 to adopt us! OPEN SATURDAYS!

►I’m a handsome Boxer ◄Hey, my name is and Labrador Retriever mix Oscar (A323290) and I named Jax (A324229). At would love to meet you. just 8-months of age, I find My former owner myself at the shelter be- brought me here to the cause my former family shelter because of worked and traveled too something called a much to be home with me. lease agreement that If you count back in said I was not allowed months, I was probably a to live there. I think that Christmas present - so I sucks but I won’t let it say it’s Christmas in July get me down. I’m a and I’m ready to find a real spunky, happy, and forever family. I am house- playful dude who is neu- trained, crate-trained, neutered and vaccinated. tered and vaccinated. I’ve Adopt me today! lived as an inside dog and shared my home with a ►Marvelous, simply marvelous 1-year-old human. I know darling. My name is Azayah how to sit, lay down and (A324130) and I’m the cat of shake on command. I’m a fun-loving and playful guy who your dreams. Not only do I will make a great forever friend! have a great personality, I have gorgeous markings in patches ◄My name is Sadie of orange and black. Today is (A323641) and I’m a cute the beginning of the rest of my little thing who would love life with you. I just know we will the chance to be your new be the best of friends. In case family member. I was you are wondering why I’m straying in Carolina Beach homeless - it was through no when someone scooped fault of my own - my owner was me up and brought me to evicted. I’m super friendly, I the shelter. I’m a 2-year- will rub up against your legs old Brown Tabby girl who and nuzzle into your hand for is sweet and loving. I love neck and head rubs and I enjoy being near you and I love being held. I’m a social girl feeling loved. I love being who is eager to get outta here. If you would like to adopt held like a baby and I love an inside only kitty who is good with kids and dogs, please getting head and neck rubs rescue me and give me a wonderful life. - but most importantly, I’d love it if you’d adopt me! ►Check out this great doggie grin! I’m a hand- ►I was named after a god- some boy who is a dess in ancient Egyptian 3-year-old Labrador Re- religion who was worshiped triever mix. I have been as early as 2890 BC. Well neutered and I’m current then why on earth am I on vaccinations, too. I homeless and sitting in a was found straying on shelter? My name is Castle Hayne Road and Bastet (A323650) and I’m I think my name should a 1-year-old Tortie who is be Tyler (A323751). I already spayed and vacci- have a wonderfully soft nated. I was surrendered coat and the cutest by my family because they freckles on my face. I were being evicted and have a terrific personal- couldn’t keep me. Being ity and will make a won- homeless is quite upsetting derful forever friend! to me, so I’m begging you Please think of me when to please adopt me today. expanding your family.

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July 2015 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 21 We are sponsored by the Miss Avis Davis Fund in loving memory of Maryrose Miller. Miss Avis Davis, 1990-2005

It’s me, Hello! My name is Pablo Sherbert and I’m 11-years-old. I’m (also known searching for a patient, as Bert), and caring person or family I’m all boxed who understands the spe- up and cial needs of a diabetic ready to go kitty. I am well-managed home with on diet and insulin. I you! I’m a would thrive in a single cat 9-month-old, household and would defi- neutered nitely give you lots of love male tri-pod and attention in exchange kitty. Yep, I for your care. I also enjoy came to C.A.R.E. when I was a stray. It appeared that the view from above and, if I had been hit by a car. My rear leg was beyond repair given the opportunity, will so we had to have it amputated. That’s ok, though, I hop on your shoulder for a

Coastal Animal Rescue Effort Rescue Effort Coastal Animal get along just great without it! To adopt me, please call ride. Contact C.A.R.E at 910-256-2624 if you are 910-256-2624. Hope to see you soon! interested in adopting me, please!

Hi, I'm Lady, a sweet 3 to My name is Oliver 4-year-old Border Collie and I'm a 1½-year-old and Lab mix. I was res- Shepherd mix. I was Pet Friends of Duplin County cued just before my time rescued before I ran ran out and I've been in out of time at a shelter foster care for a while. and I'm more than None of the volunteers ready for a family of can understand why I've my own. I'm already been overlooked. I'm neutered, up to date very affectionate and love on vaccinations and to meet new people. I on monthly heartworm was cured of heartworms prevention. I'm a real and am now on monthly sweetheart, I love heartworm pills, I'm meeting new people spayed and up to date on and I get along great my vaccinations. I enjoy other dogs, but I sometimes with other dogs and like to chase cats, so should probably be in a home cats. Wouldn't you without them. I like to run and play and I love the wa- like to meet me? ter! Please call 910-271-3101 to meet me. Please call 910-271-3101 and we'll arrange it.

My name is Phat Joe My name is Tootsie and I am a senior Chi- and I am a true Hound! wa-wa. I might have You should hear me been a mobster in a say hello! I put Scooby previous life, but now I Doo to shame. I do am retired. I have a great with other dogs, friend who calls me but I do like to chase a Joey Pepperoni, too. cat. I love kids and I If I were a person, I love people. Any would talk with my Hound lovers out there hands, but I'm not a wanting to love me? person so I talk with my paws. I do ok with other Come see me at Petco dogs, but I am protective of my people and things, so every weekend. I

Adopt-An-ANGEL it could be easier for me to be an only pet. I am fin- would love to rescue ishing up my heartworm treatment and my dental you. If you are inter- soon. I am all personality, that's fur sure - a big dog in ested in adopting me, please give Adopt-An-ANGEL a a little dog body. To learn more about me, please call at 910-392-0557. You may also visit us online at give Adopt-An-ANGEL a call at 910-392-0557. www.adoptanangel.net for more details.

We are I'm Gray, a 15-year-old, two very declawed girl and this is charming my 10-year-old sister, brothers Cheeky, pictured be- named low. We're pretty Mikey and Tabby and white cats Peanut! who were the much We get loved pets of a couple along who passed away great, as within one years time. you can Now we need to find a see from new home. We can be our photo, adopted together or Mikey Peanut but we do separately. We're af- not have fectionate, quiet girls to be adopted together. However, you might just decide ‘two’ who are both spayed is a magic number when you see how we complement each and up to date on vacci- other - we’re so entertaining and so very sweet! We are nations and we love to young fellows who love playing with toys and cuddling with be brushed. The vet humans, and we also get along with the other cats here. We says that we're in great are neutered, vaccinated, litterbox-trained and in great health. shape, so we have We do have a food allergy, but simply feed us Duck and many good years ahead Green Pea cat food and the issue’s solved! Our former foster of us. Would you let us mom wishes she could adopt us, but she can’t, so she is share them with you? If sponsoring the adoption fee for each of us. That should tell you would like to adopt you how much love we inspired in her while we were staying one or both of us, at her place. So please, let’s meet! You’ll wonder how you please call Pet Friends ever got along without us. For adoption information, call of Duplin County at Pender Humane Society at 910-259-7022. 910-285-4155.

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Grant forms are due by July 15th Our mommy has loved kitties for thirty years but she is in trouble now. She has breast cancer, has had a mastec- tomy and is now facing chemo and radiation. She is struggling financially and cannot take on a job right now, so she is having to move in with her mother. On top of all this, she has to find homes for me and my sister. I am Allie, a beautiful long-haired kitty with white paws and chest. I am 8-years-young and a little shy at first but, once I get to know you, get ready for some loving! Aubrey is a "wanna be Calico" who did not quite make it but she is soooo pretty! Curiosity is in her blood as is much loving. She loves giving sandpaper kisses and baths to me and to Mom! We were both adopted as kittens so we’ve always lived in a house full of love. Please help Mom and us if you can. This is a heart wrenching decision that she never would have expected to go through. We are both spayed, current on vaccinations and front declawed. Please call 910-233-3933 or email [email protected]. You can't My name is Einstein and even imagine I am as smart as my how difficult it namesake! I came in to is to lose the rescue in 2014 when my only home mommy of my entire life (I you’ve ever can't count all the years known. That’s on my paws, but they tell why, at me I am about 11 now) 8-years-old, was no longer able to I’m scared, afford to care for me. She confused and was moving to a shelter wondering and knew I needed a bet- where my family has gone. Living in a military community, ter life! You see, I have the shelter sees so many animals given up, and when my canine diabetes. The family had to move overseas, I wasn't able to go along. cool thing about rescue is They were distraught to have to give me up - they've known they helped me get it all under control! I was once taking me since I was a tiny kitten. My name is Annabelle twice the amount of insulin but with a low sugar diet, I was (27876777) and I just know there has to be someone out able to kick that habit! Folks think it is hard to care for a there who can give me the love and home I deserve. I’m a diabetic dog, but I am so EASY! The rescue has gotten pretty independent girl with a feisty spirit. Though I’m not my diet down to the BEST food for the lowest expense, so one for cuddles, I am very happy to receive a good scratch that my new family won't have to spend any more than if I and will purr almost immediately when you come by to give was a young pup (which I am inside). My insulin lasts me some love. I would do best in a home that is quiet months and is easy to find (and only $25 a bottle). Other- where I can have time to adjust without too much going on wise, I am a normal dude who loves hoarding toys, chasing around me. I did grow up with a dog and a child, and as rodents and butterflies, and snuggling with my foster mom. long as they can respect my desire for independence, I I have all my vaccines, I’m neutered and I tested heart- would do just fine with either of them. Please come give me worm negative! Could you be my new family? To adopt a chance! The shelter is located at 244 Georgetown Road me, call Carolinas Russell Rescue at 910-821-3504 and in Jacksonville. For more information or to adopt me, please leave a message or email to [email protected]. call our adoption desk at 910-937-1164. I am sponsored in celebration of Rocky Pour’s I am sponsored by Dan and Sue Tuman in honor of all 6th Gotcha Day Anniversary with hopes that the cats who are waiting for homes at the shelter. you’ll adopt a senior dog, too. Kenneth E. Layton, DVM Yo! My name is Cheech, and I am a Natalie-Anne Reinhart, DVM good-looking 1-year- And Welcoming Dr. Johanna Burnette-Parker old male Walker Hound mix. I am currently in prison, but for a good reason. You see, I am part of the Pawsitive Part- ners Prison Program, Special Discount so I will be spending Spay Neuter Thursdays! the next 8-weeks in Have your spays and neuters done at a full service hospital New Hanover Correc- tional being trained and cared for by my inmate trainers and Monty’s Home volunteers. My trainer says I am happy-go- lucky, quick to learn, and a real lover boy. By the time my 8 weeks are up, I will know all my basic commands, walk well on a leash, and be crate-trained. I am also neutered and up to date on all my shots. All I need then 106 Longstreet Drive is a forever home to call my own! Let’s get together and (910) 799-4500 Wilmington, NC 28412 explore the possibilities! For adoption info, email Ask about our puppy & kitten vaccine packages! [email protected], visit our website at www.montyshome.org where you can fill out an online PineValleyAnimalHospital.com application, or call 910-259-7911.

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I’m smiling right at you, hoping you’ll adopt me! If you are looking for a fun-loving and free spirited family companion, look no further. My name is Oliver and I’m a tri-color Sheltie mix who weighs about 30 pounds. At 4-years of age, I’m a happy boy Voted Best Pizza & Best Late Night Eatery who loves being with people and Largest Tequila Selection in Wilmington

going for walks. Dine in or Take out - Lunch Dinner & Late Night It would be so 11:30am until 3am nice if my new 7 days a week - 365 a year! home had a fenced-in yard so FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS that I can play when I’m not in- 125 Market Street Pine Valley Corner of 17th Street side cuddling with Historic Downtown Wilmington Extension & College Road you. I get along well with other dogs and am already neu- 251-9444 799-1399 tered and vaccinated. Please stop by and say hi. I just know you’ll fall in love! For driving directions or more infor- Independence Mall 1437 Military Cutoff Rd. mation, please call SOAR at 910-457-6340. 3500 Oleander Drive Next to PT's Grill on the way to Wrightsville Beach located in the Food Court 910-791-6160 256-2229 I am sponsored by SOAR in loving memory of all their wonderful, furry friends who made it safely to the www.grabslice.com Rainbow Bridge. Onslow County Animal Shelter Call 910-937-1164 or email [email protected] to adopt!

◄As you walk by my kennel, I ►I’m a loveable Labrador may look a little too energetic for Retriever mix named Zoe many. This is probably the rea- (27725328). I’m a fun and son I’m one of the shelter’s long- happy-go-lucky young girl est residents. The truth is I’m who is sure to win your just so excited to possibly meet heart! I’m 2-years-old and my new family that my spirited quite ready to find a place nature gets the best of me. My to call my own. I will do name is Scarlett (A082659) and best with an active family I’m a Lab and Hound mix. I am as I love to run and play, full of wiggles and excitement and am especially fond of but when brought out to the yard a game of fetch. Some of and given the chance, I really my other interests include shine. I love to play, I’m quite belly rubs and butterfly fond of a tennis ball, and I’m chasing. My sweet more than ready to find a home "smiling" face always and an opportunity to share my makes the shelter workers love. Having tested positive for heartworms, I need a very happy, so let me make you happy. special family able to provide me with the care I need. Given a chance and a healthy heart, I will have many, many years ◄Seniors need ahead of me as a wonderful, loving companion. love too! If you didn't know any ►Handsome Hound looking for differently, you love! It's true that shelters here would never in the south are filled with home- guess that I’m less Hounds, and sadly, so many 9-years-old. My just pass us by without a thought. name is Chloe The truth is, that us pups are (A082098) and some of the gentlest, most loving I’m a feisty Lab dogs you could ever have the mix with some chance to know. My name is serious pep in Henry (27927892) and I’m a my step. After 1-year-old Treeing Walker Coon- three months in a kennel, I am more than ready to find a hound! I’m a young, sweet and family to share my golden years. I love to stretch my playful pup with just the touch of paws with a good run about the yard and I’m so excited to silly that everyone here has go on leash and walk by someone’s side. While I am a grown to love. It's impossible not great human companion, I do need to be the only dog in to smile when you are around the home, however, this and a muzzle touched with gray me! I love to play fetch and I’m eager to please, gentle and is nothing that should keep such a lovely lady like me would be an all-around great addition to any family. from finding happiness!

◄With my striking ◄Well-behaved, af- markings and loving fectionate "redhead" nature, no one can seeking a forever quite understand why home! I’m a beautiful I haven't been 2-year-old Pit mix scooped up and taken named Nala home. Though even (27772035). I’m as at a young 3-months sweet as they come, of age, it can be very yet I’ve somehow hard to compete with been overlooked time the younger kittens in and time again. I am the shelter. My name so well-behaved and is Miss Angel (27709042) and I came in with my sister, who ready to show a family has since been adopted. I’m a wonderful little girl who just what I’ve got - if only you would give me a chance. I am wants to be loved. You may meet me at the Onslow County very loving despite having been on my own for so long. I Shelter. My adoption fee includes core vaccinations, 1-year love to lay at my human’s side and soak up love. If given Rabies, and spay surgery. the chance, I would be such a fine companion.

244 Georgetown Rd., Jacksonville, NC www.onslowcountync.gov/animalservices

July 2015 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 29 URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running Out! Puppy Power to the rescue! Or perhaps it will be you rescuing me? My name is Aspen 10% OFF (A016628) with mention of this ad and I’m a really friendly and loving puppy who never meets a stranger. See that big orientalrugandcarpetcleaningnc.com smile on my face and the way I’m looking so happily at the cam- era? That’s how I’ll be when I meet you! When visitors walk by my kennel, I sit expectantly at the door, hoping they’re here to get me. So far, that hasn’t happened. I can’t understand why, because I’m so sweet! I’m a 6 to 7-month-old girl who was found as a stray, and I’ve shown no aggression to any other dogs here. I just want to play and live a happy life with my humans. I’ve been here over 30 days so I hope you’ll hurry! Dogs arrive at the shelter all the time and there is not enough room for us all. My adoption fee includes Distemper/Parvo vaccine, Kennel Cough vaccine, Rabies Vaccine, deworming, and 30 day flea/tick treatment. The shelter is now open on Sundays, from 1pm to 4pm, in case you can’t come during the week. It’s also open on Saturdays from Noon to 4pm. For more information, please call Pender County Animal Shelter at 910-259-1484 or email [email protected].

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◄I’m a Lab/Greyhound ◄My name is Alisha and mix and my name is I found myself at the Drake. I found myself at Brunswick County Animal Paw’s Place because my Shelter when my owner owner abandoned me at a turned me in. No explana- kennel, never to return. It tion. I’m now at Paw’s was a very sad time for Place. I am up to date on me, but now I’m more like my shots, spayed and my old self. I am starting microchipped. I’m really to trust people again and I quite small, although we love to play with stuffed are not sure what my toys. I’m about 5-years- breed is. I’m only 13 old, vaccinated, neutered and microchipped. I probably pounds and about would do best in a home with children ages 12 and over. 6-months-old. I am a When you come to visit me, look for the tall, black dog very good traveler in the car and I especially like being wagging a big stuffed toy around! That’s me, held in your lap. So if you are looking for a lap dog, saying, “Come over and play!” come my way - maybe we are meant for each other!

◄Can you tell by my smile that I’m a happy dog? My name is Suki. I’m a small Lab/Hound female mix. I am under two years of age and weigh 25 pounds. Yes, I’m fully grown and the perfect size! I was originally rescued from an animal shelter by an elderly lady who came to realize I was too much puppy for ▲We are Amber and Opal. Last month you got to her. I am a cuddler who meet our sisters, but there are still some of us avail- loves to play fetch. I get able from Diamond’s litter of puppies. Mama is a along with many dogs but, Rottweiler and we don’t really know who Dad is. But of course, if you have an- the one thing everyone says is that we are very calm other dog, we should meet and laid-back puppies. That is probably good, be- first. I like where I am, but I cause we do think that we will be on the large size – would be even happier if I maybe 60 pounds. We are just over 3-months-old, had a family to call my very own! Come meet me today. spayed, microchipped and ready to go! ◄I’m Wesley. ◄It’s me, I came from a John Boy, and I hoarding situa- just don’t know tion in Pender why I haven’t County with been snatched seven other up! I’m only dogs. Casper 4-years-old and and I are the a nice size at only two dogs 65 pounds. I’m that have not very gentle and been adopted. loving. I do I’m just 20 have some ar- pounds and about 4-years-old. I would do best in a home thritis, but the vet says that once I’m out of the elements, that doesn’t have small children as I’m still shy and fearful. that should improve. My “dream job” would be to have a It would be helpful if you had another small dog to show family with children that I can love and they can give me me the rules of the house. Even better would be to adopt belly rubs. A fenced yard would be icing on the cake. If my buddy Casper with me. If you’re patient and under- you think we’re a match, call my friends here! standing, I hope you’ll consider giving me a loving home!

3701 Boiling Spring Rd., Winnabow, NC 28479 www.pawsplace.org

July 2015 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 31 Beth Talk about good luck! We ran into some angels on a very bad day. Our names are Rosalie, Beth and Leah, and we are three Leah sisters, just 8-weeks-old, who are forever grateful to the good humans of the world. You see, we were abandoned in a box at a gas station on a sweltering hot day. A lady saw us and drove us to the county shelter where our fate would have been uncertain. As we were pulling into the parking lot, two ladies from Pender Humane Society were just getting ready to Rosalie leave after having picked up a dog from the shelter. Well, they kindly agreed to take us with them. So now we are here, and we are safe until we find loving homes. Thank you! We are precious pups who love to play and be cuddled. Hurry over and pick the one who steals your heart! Any choice you make will be a good one. For driving directions or adoption info, call Pender Humane Society at 910-259-7022.

We are sponsored by Top Toad in the Cotton Exchange in Downtown Wilmington, NC. Thank you!

910-259-1484

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◄My name may be Winter ◄Can’t figure out how I (A016812) but my personal- got the name Trouble ity is as warm and welcom- (A016950) unless it ing as a beautiful spring day! refers to the fact that I was very happy to come I’m “no trouble” at all! out of this cage and rest on I’m simply a very sweet this human’s shoulders for and loving 2-year-old my photo opportunity. At spayed housecat whose just 3-years-old, I’m a pure owner recently died. I white boy who was found as lived with Garfield, who a stray. I must have be- is also pictured on this longed to someone at some page. I’m a very good point as I love humans and girl with a loving dispo- enjoy being petted. Please, sition and a desire to be won’t you adopt me? You’ll your new family mem- never be lonely again. ber. Hurry over today!

NOW OPEN ON SUNDAYS! 1pm to 4pm ►I’m a happy-go-lucky

young boy and my name is Quinn (A016771). At just Please Adopt! WE’RE OVERCROWDED 11-months-old, I was AND NEAR CAPACITY. found as a stray, but I know some commands and am very friendly to everyone I meet. I’m a Spot Wow, I’m a gorgeous blue tri-color Pit Bull mix boy! My long, chocolate and I’ve never shown ag- brown fur and green gression to any other dog. eyes will be quite the I’m looking forward to a topic of discussion when future with my new family - visitors come to our we’ll go places together house! My name is and have a great time. Congi (A016880) and Come over and meet me! I’m a loving adult kitty who gets along great with other cats. I'm already neutered and the vet said I’m in good health. Adopt me and I’ll make your home even more beautiful!

◄I’m used to living indoors with a loving owner, but sadly my human parent died and I had to come to the shelter. Trouble, pictured above, came with me. My name is Garfield (A016949) and I’m a 3-year-old spayed girl who is beautiful, inside ▲Over THIRTY days! That’s how long a pure-white sweet- and out! I love to be held heart like me has been waiting at the shelter! My name is and I enjoy meeting new Ivory (A016494) and all I want is to love and be loved. If people. I hope you’ll come you hold me in your arms, I’ll cuddle so very close. I’m a visit so you can see me in 3-year-old girl who will be so grateful to you for rescuing me person. I’ll melt your heart! and taking me home. Life will be great with me around!

3280 New Savannah Rd., Burgaw, NC Pendercountyanimalshelter.petfinder.com

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My name is Nanci and I’m a sweet and snuggly 50 pound, 5-year-old Bos- ton Terrier mix who likes to play with other dogs and loves to take walks. I get along great with the other dogs in my home, I’m house-trained and I’m leash-trained. I also like to play with toys, hang out on the couch and catch some rays! I’ve already been spayed and I’m current on all of my vaccinations. If you are interested in adopting me or would like to know more about me, please hop on Meet me, I’m Marley! I’m looking for my forever home. the computer and send I am currently being fostered at Pleasure Island Animal an email to Boston Hospital. I am a 2-year-old, male, neutered Siamese cat Terrier Rescue Team with piercing blue eyes. I am declawed in the front and of the Carolinas at my right front paw is deformed but I don’t let it bother me [email protected] and neither should you! I would love to be the only kitty in or grab the closest phone and call 828-778-2045. You the home and hog all your attention. If you are interested can also visit us online at www.bostonrescueteam.com. in meeting or adopting me, please feel free to call my friends at Pleasure Island Animal Hospital at I am sponsored by Mr. Peanut and Ginger Snap. 910-458-5800.

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◄I’m Luna, a ◄Free Puppy petite, 9-month- Kisses Right Here! old Tortoiseshell Hello, my name girl who is - quite is Niki and I’m a simply - a lover. 10-week-old boy I adore people puppy with a fun so very much. and playful attitude My purring motor towards this adven- begins as soon ture called Life! I as you walk have two brothers, through the door. Casper and Duncan. I get along well They are also pic- with other cats tured on this page. and I like dogs, We are each hoping too! I’m already spayed, vaccinated and litterbox-trained. for loving homes All I need is a lap to cuddle in, arms to hold me and folks where we can be who will cherish me forever. Is that you? cuddled and kissed. Let’s go home today! ►Sitting on command is one of my specialties! ►Looking So is melting hearts. for a sweet Hi, my name is Casper cuddle and I’m a 10-week-old partner? puppy who was rescued Ask for me, from Animal Control Ruby! I’m a along with my brothers 2-year-old Duncan and Niki. You spayed girl can see their adorable who is up to faces on this page, too! date on shots I’m a stunning white and litterbox- sweetheart with a trained. I just friendly and fun person- adore peo- ality. I’m also neutered, ple, even vaccinated and ready to though I was abandoned by my owner. A great neighbor kept play with you in my new me fed and warm until I could come to the shelter. I love to be home. Hurry over and let’s meet. I could be the best petted and enjoy meeting new people. I also interact happily friend you’ve been searching for! with the other cats here. Won’t you be my next visitor?

◄Puppy Alert! My ◄I’m a perfect little name is Duncan angel named Betsi! and I’m sitting here They tell me I’m a so sweetly, hoping 4-year-old Chihuahua you’ll take me home. mix girl. I’m a very I enjoy being kissed friendly young lady and cuddled and I who is quiet, playful won’t turn down a and house-trained. treat or two. I’ll even (That’s one of the ‘sit’ when you show advantages of me the treat! I arrived adopting an adult at the shelter with dog!) I am spayed, my brothers Niki and vaccinated and on Casper, pictured heartworm preven- above. We are Shep- tion. I’m at the shelter herd/Hound mixes, just now, but I spent some 10-weeks-old, and we time in a foster home couldn’t be friendlier if and I got along with we tried. The families who adopt us will be so happy. other dogs. I even liked to sleep with the cats! If you’d Won’t you hurry over and get to know each of us? like an obedient, loving, family friend, adopt me!

P. O. Box 626, Burgaw NC 28425 http://www.penderhumane.org

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R.A.C.E. (Rescue Animals Community Effort) Please call 910-579-0407 to adopt us!

◄My name is Lacey. I ►I need a permanent was named Lassie but foster home! My Lassie I am not so they name is Max and I am renamed me Lacey. I am such a wonderful boy. very sweet and smart. They I was rescued by a believe I am part Border very nice girl who Collie and Hound, two terri- could not keep me. I fic personalities. I was have been featured taken out of the shelter everywhere online because I was scared of all and in print for quite a the noise in there. I may long time. I guess I be a little shy when I first keep getting passed meet you, but I will warm over because I am 13- up quickly. I would love to years-old. I am such find a home with another dog to play with. I am 40 pounds, an easy, calm boy. I house-trained and crate-trained. I do have heartworms but not love to take walks and to worry, R.A.C.E. pays for my meds for the slow kill treatment. then I'm good for a nap. I am absolutely no trouble. I Please choose me! need someone who will let me live with them, love me and take care of me. I do have arthritis in my hips but ►My name is Bart and there will be no expense to you, R.A.C.E. will pay for all I’m a 10-year-old Shih Tzu my bills. Could you be my hero? mix. I get along with other dogs and I’m a sweet and ◄Hey there, I'm loving boy. I will be neu- Sal, short for Sally tered and have my eyes Jo. I am a Labra- checked and then I will be dor Retriever and ready for my real forever Shar Pei mix and if home. I deserve to spend I may say so my- my senior years enjoying self, quite pretty. I the lap of luxury and com- am 5-years-old and fort. Can you open your find myself home- home to a special guy like less because my me and give me the com- owner died. I do fort we all deserve as we fine with other dogs age? I am heartworm but I had a bad negative and almost com- experience with a pletely house-trained. cat, so I don't like them. If you have another dog, that is fine with me. I do ◄My name have heartworms but R.A.C.E. will pay for the slow treat- is Gordon ment method. I really am a smart, sweet girl. and I’m a 10-year-old ◄My name is Barney Spaniel mix. and I’m a 14-year-old I’m quiet Chihuahua mix . I and sweet was born blind but I and I like can get around the other dogs. house just fine once I I did test map it out in my head. heartworm I love other dogs, I’m positive but house-trained, I tested I’ve started heartworm negative treatment and I just wants you and RACE to cuddle with me. will pay for When I want your at- my treat- tention, I will find you ments. I am house-trained and will follow you everywhere. I and then use my love to take rides in the car and act beautifully when you take front paw on your me anywhere! leg...smart boy!

P.O. Box 3370, Shallotte, NC 28459 www.raceshelter.org

July 2015 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 37 Hey there, I'm Thor! I'm a 1½-year-old, long-haired male. I’m a unique mix of Seal Point Siamese and American Curl. I'm a very outgoing and loving cat, but being inside a cage makes me really unhappy and grouchy. But I must say, I think the volunteers here are impressed with how well I've been toler- ating it considering how much I dislike being confined to a small space. Also, I wanted to let you know I love affection, but just don't try to pet me when I am kneading on a blanket! I guess that's just one of my little quirks. You'd better stop by soon if you’d like to offer me a home - after all, I do have such a handsome face and am incredibly awesome! Come see me at the CAT Adoption Center in Petsmart in Wilmington. You can also call Cat

Adoption Team at 910-792-9014 for adoption information.

Low Cost I am sponsored by ECM Corporation. Thank you! Spay/Neuter My name is Bob and I’m a Call the New Hanover 2-year-old Poodle mix who ne Society @ is a good boy. Huma I am crate- trained and 910-763-6692 have a pretty tment. good under- d schedule an appoin standing of An ton, NC house-training. 2405 N. 23rd St. - Wilming The trouble with me is that I’ve had a run of bad luck. My first home, as a puppy, was with a family who realized they didn't have enough time to dedicate to the proper raising of a canine friend. This prompted them to give me away to the first household that showed an interest in me. My second chance didn't work out any better. They were good people who were busy and "Woo-hoo! There are NO Fleas on me!" the kids scared me. They realized the situation wasn't working and reached out for help. Next I was adopted by a nice couple with an older pooch, thinking I would be a com- FleaMaxx breaks Madison and Hula the flea life cycle panion for the old boy. The elder was not impressed. Co- in your lumbus Humane Society took me in and I’ve been doing carpeting for great in a foster home. I get along well with the dogs and ONE full year, cats and I play well with the others. I crave attention from Guaranteed! HULA people, I’ve been neutered and vaccinated, and I’m now enjoys a flea-free very ready to be adopted by a true forever family. If you home environment. can provide me with all of the good in life that I deserve, please contact Columbus Humane Society by emailing [email protected] or calling 910-499-1148. 5751 OLEANDER DRIVE #3 WILMINGTON, NC 799-0746 I am sponsored by Cindy Meyers in loving memory of Harley and Murphy. SOAR (Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue) Please call 910-457-6340 to adopt us!

◄Laid-back and ◄I am Allie, loving are words that a 6-year old describe me! I'm Wirehaired 2-year-old Dixie - Terrier mix. and I was actually My past life born at SOAR but caused me had to come back some anxiety when my person for sure, but could no longer take SOAR came care of me. I was to my rescue sad at first - but I and my days love being at SOAR are a lot sun- until I find my “furr- nier now, as I am pretty much a happy-go-lucky girl, chas- ever” home! They ing balls, going on walks, getting belly rubs, and getting take really good care of me and brush me and give me all brushed. Yes, I am enjoying the company of the volun- kinds of attention! But I'm too beautiful to stay at SOAR for teers, but my earlier experiences have left me a little jumpy too long. Come see me soon! sometimes – most often around men that I am not familiar with. I like most of the dogs here, but cats are not really my ►I’m a loving, beautiful cup of tea. Please come out for a visit or two so we can and sweet Shepherd mix really get acquainted. Then maybe we can go home??? girl named Layla! I'm just 2-years-old and am house-trained and familiar with a doggie door. I also walk well on a leash and I’d love a fenced-in yard at my new home. I love to give puppy kisses, too! I can seem a little "standoffish" to some dogs but I warm up to others really easily. People, however, are my FAVE especially when I roll over and they give me belly Blitzen Vixen rubs! I will be turning 3-years-old in September and would love to celebrate at my very own house!!!!

►I’m Baxter, and I came to SOAR as a pretty shy kitten, but now, at 2-years-old, I have settled in quite nicely. I have had some foster home experience and it con- Snuggle vinced me that living with some nice humans would be the life ▲►We four kitten siblings for me. Stop by and (3 boys and a girl) were left Nugget visit me anytime. behind to fend for ourselves You’ll find me sharing when our humans left the an apartment with my premises, possibly taking our mama cat with them. Despite Tortie sister Dixie having been treated so cruelly, we are healthy, social dar- (pictured also on this lings who love everyone. We are just 10-weeks-old and we page). We’d love to entertain all the folks who come to see us. Please visit and see you at our door! give us a cuddle. You just might find yourself falling in love!

3376 St. Charles Place Southport, NC 28461 www.soar-nc.org

July 2015 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 39 My name is Princess and I would give anything to finally have my fairy tale ending. Despite my name, my life up to now has not been that of royalty. I was brought in to College Road Animal Hospital to board over the Christmas holiday, but due to some unfortunate circumstances, my previous owners had to surrender me. The doctors and staff here decided it was high time for me to be treated like a very special little Princess, so they started spoiling me with treats and lots of attention. I was previously trained to go to the bathroom on potty pads, but am in the process of learning how to relieve myself outside. At my foster home, I learned how to go up and down the stairs and now it's my favorite thing to do! Breakfast and dinner are my favorite A portion of the proceeds from every times of day! I just can't wait to get some yummy food! I real estate closing goes to local animal rescues. play well with other dogs and I ignore cats (they are strange to me). I'm still a little shy but very curious and, with time, I become brave. I'm looking for a family who will be patient with me and give me lots of love. I can't wait to SHARI meet you and show you just what a special Princess I am! I’ve been spayed and vaccinated and I just had a dental. CUTTING BROKER / REALTOR ® To adopt me, call 910-395-6555 or fill out an adoption application at www.collegeroadanimalhospital.com. Multi-Million Dollar Club, ABR

Back off Papparazzi! There is enough of 910.859.1089 my Sweet- ness to go [email protected] around. Get what I did WWW.SHARICUTTING.COM there? “Sweetness” because I am Sweetie… Okay, I will stop kidding around. I am looking for just the right person to pet me, clean my litter box and cater to my every need. I would really appreciate it if you have some kids because then there are more hands to pet me and often some crumbs on the floor for me to gobble up. You don’t have to worry about brushing my teeth after meals because I don’t have any. But that won’t stop me from snagging any morsel, hard or soft, that I can find. My age, well, I may be about 7-years but I feel young like a spring kitten and I’m healthy as a horse. Call 910-256- 2624 to see if I am willing to accept your accommodations. And if we’re not the right fit? No worries, I have some feline friends at C.A.R.E. who might be for you.

I am sponsored by Atlantic Animal Hospital who supports Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.). Calendar of Events

P.E.A.R Adoption Fairs at Petsmart July 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 &26 JULY P.E.A.R. will be at Petsmart in Wilmington on Saturdays and Sundays from Noon to 5pm with adoptable dogs. P.E.A.R. is P.E.A.R. Can Drive a non-profit organization in need of dog food donations and Every Day During the Month of July monetary help for vet funds. You can find them on Facebook Please help by gathering up your aluminum cans and donating and click on their GoFundMe or call 910-675-0867. them to PEAR. Call 910-675-0867 to find out where you can drop off your cans. They are also at Petsmart on Saturdays Brunswick Animal Protective Services Open Saturday and Sundays from Noon to 5pm. If interested in helping, July 4, 11, 18 & 25 email [email protected] From 10am to 1:30pm, Brunswick Animal Protective Services (located at 429 Greenswamp Road in Supply) is open Satur- Adopt-An-ANGEL Adoptions Seven Days a Week! days for dog, puppy, cat and kitten adoptions. For more infor- Kittens and cats will be available for adoption at Pet Super- mation, please call 910-754-8204 or see ad on page 12. market (3908 Oleander Drive) and Petco (324 South College Road) in Wilmington and at Petsense (110 Shallotte Crossing Columbus Humane Society Adoption Fairs at Petsmart Parkway) in Shallotte from 9am to 9pm Monday through Sat- July 4, 11, 18 & 25 urday and 10am to 6pm on Sundays. For more information, Columbus Humane Society will be at Petsmart in Wilmington please call 910-392-0557. on Saturdays from 11am to 4pm with adoptable animals. For more information, please call 910-499-1148. Cat Tails Adoption Facility July 1, 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, 15, 18, 19, 22, 25, 26 & 29 New Hanover Animal Services Saturday Adoptions From 11am to 1pm on Wednesdays, 11am to 3pm on Satur- July 4, 11, 18 & 25 days, and 11am to 3pm on Sundays, adorable cats and kittens From 10am to 2pm, the shelter (located at 180 Division Drive are available for adoption. All felines are spayed/neutered in Wilmington) is open Saturdays for dog, puppy, cat and and vaccinated. For more info, please call 910-575-4529. kitten adoptions. Call 910-798-7500 or see ad on page 20 for more information. Ruby Bo’s Day Weekend at Ruby Tuesday Restaurant July 3, 4 & 5 R.A.C.E. Adoption Fair at Aunt Kerry’s Pet Stop On July 3-5, celebrate Ruby Bo’s Day Weekend at Ruby July 11 Tuesday Restaurant located at 5218 South College Road in From 10am to 2pm, R.A.C.E. will have animals available for Monkey Junction. Bo is a 14-year-old dog from Adopt-an- adoption at Aunt Kerry’s Pet Stop (3600 S. College Road next ANGEL who was adopted by the manager’s mom. On July to Food Lion at 17th St. Intersection). For more information, 3-5, eat out for lunch or dinner at this great restaurant and a please call 910-579-0407. portion of the proceeds will be donated to Adopt-an-ANGEL in honor of Bo. For more info, please call 910-392-0557. Paw's Place Meet and Greets July 11, 18 & 25 Cat Tails Adoption Fairs at Petsmart Paw’s Place will have adoptable dogs to meet you at these July 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25 & 31 locations: Saturday, July 11 and 25 at Unleashed of Wilming- From 6pm to 9pm on Fridays and 9am to 3pm on Saturdays, ton in Landfall Shopping Center from 11am to 2pm; Saturday, cats and kittens will be available for adoption at Petsmart. All July 18 at Four Legs Good in Southport (near the water tower) felines are spayed/neutered and vaccinated. For information, from 10am to 1pm. For more information, please visit please call 910-253-1375. www.pawsplace.org or www.facebook.com/pawsplace.

Adopt-An-ANGEL Adoption Fairs at Petco Monty’s Home Booth at Bridal Show July 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26 July 12 Adopt-An-ANGEL will have adorable puppies, kittens, dogs From Noon to 3pm, come visit the Monty’s Home booth at and cats available for adoption on Saturdays and Sundays at the Carolina Wedding Guide Bridal Show at the Coastline Petco from 11am to 5pm. All animals are fixed and vacci- Convention Center and get ideas for wedding favors related to nated. For more information, please call 910-392-0557. four-legged friends. For more information, please send an email to [email protected] or call 910-259-7911. Pender County Animal Shelter Open Weekends July 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26 Monty’s Home Monthly Meeting Pender County Animal Shelter (3280 New Savannah Road in July 14 Burgaw) will be open from Noon to 4pm on Saturdays and Attend the Monty’s Home monthly meeting from 6pm to 7pm 1pm to 4pm on Sundays for dog, cat, puppy, and kitten adop- at Elizabeth’s Pizza, 4304 Market Street in Wilmington. New tions. For information, call the shelter at 910-259-1484 and members are always welcome! For more information, email see ad on page 32. [email protected] or call 910-259-7911.

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What’s going on? I’ll tell My name is Kori you what! It’s me, Chong, and I had a a gorgeous 6-month-old home but was male Lab/Hound mix! I am left to fend for currently taking applications myself when for a forever home. I am everyone moved looking for someone who away. I’m a needs me to take their life beautiful Calico to a whole new level. Right who’s 3-years of now I am chilling over in the age and I’ve New Hanover Correctional been spayed and Center, where I am part of vaccinated. the Pawsitive Partners Unfortunately, Prison Program. My inmate I’m having a trainers and Monty’s Home much harder volunteers are teaching me time than most everything I need to be a great family dog, such as basic abandonded commands, tricks, leash-walking, and crate-training. This pets. I’m so will give me a great skill set to bring to my new family, upset by it that I pulled some of the hair off of my tail (insert along with my dazzling good looks. I really do think you sad face emoticon here). When I do feel safe, I’m a purry should check me out. Just email my people at girl and expert biscuit maker. I’m also one of those kitties [email protected], visit their website at who will lift up to meet your hand to be petted. Please save www.montyshome.org or call them at 910-259-7911. me and help heal my broken heart. If you would like to You can also check our their Facebook page at know more about me or inquire about the adoption proc- www.facebook.com/montyshome. ess, please call Adopt-An-ANGEL at 910-392-0557 or visit www.adoptanangel.net. I am sponsored by Connie at Dog Speak. Thank you for helping me find a forever home! I am sponsored by Perry Davis. Thank you!

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Seniors 4 Seniors: The Purrfect Match Support Monty’s Home at Ruby Tuesday All 4 Cats, a no-kill cat rescue and community out- On Friday July 17, Saturday July 18, and Sunday July19, reach based in Wilmington, is introducing a program Monty’s Home will be the beneficiary of Ruby Tuesday’s designed to place senior cats age 5 and up with senior Community Give Back Program. On each of these days, citizens age 60 and up. "Seniors 4 Seniors" aims at im- Ruby Tuesday will give back 20% of your tab to Monty’s proving the lives of seniors through pet ownership as Home. It’s as easy as 1-2-3! well as helping senior cats, who are often overlooked, #1: Visit www.montyshome.org or the Monty’s Home find loving forever homes. All adoptable cats are spayed Facebook page at www.facebook.com/montyshome and or neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and have been click on and print out the Ruby Tuesday flyer for this event. analyzed physically and behaviorally, so adoption spe- You MUST present this flyer to your server in order for 20% cialists can match up adopters with the perfect cat. of your check to be donated back to Monty’s Home. Adopters go through the regular screening process, but #2: Take your flyer and a healthy appetite to the Ruby with the program, the adoption fee is waived. Tuesday at 1138 Military Cutoff Road, Wilmington on July The organization provides ongoing post-adoption 17, July 18, or July 19. support, such as making follow-up phone calls after the #3. Enjoy a great meal, and don’t forget to hand over the adoption to ensure everything is going smoothly. Volun- flyer to your server so Monty’s Home can get back 20% of teers also answer any questions and provide advice to the your check! For more information, please call Monty’s adopter for the duration of an adopted animal's life. In Home at 910-259-7911. situations where an adopter must be hospitalized long- term or becomes unable to care for the animal, All 4 Cats will always accept returns of the cat if a suitable home Bird Rescue Needs Your Help with a friend or family member cannot be found. Everyone has heard the expression ‘it's If you’re interested in adopting from the "Seniors 4 raining cats and dogs’ - well, at Skywatch Seniors" program, you can find a list of cats currently Bird Rescue, it’s birds...and they are now available at www.all4cats.org. You can also email fully into baby bird season. [email protected] for any information or if you're inter- According to volunteer Phyllis Charnoff, ested in volunteering or fostering. Donations are always “You have to feed baby birds from dawn to welcome, and All 4 Cats is an all-volunteer, 501c3 regis- dusk every 20 minutes just like tered nonprofit organization. their parents would. We now have over 60 babies in our care and this is just the beginning of Major Breakthrough in Pawsitive the season. We get in hundreds Partners Prison Program! over the next few months.” Monty’s Home and New Hanover Correctional Center SkyWatch is needing all have partnered up with the Cape Fear Raptor Center kinds of volunteers to help and (located at Rocky Point Animal Hospital) as a part of the is putting out a (bird) call to prison’s Work Release Program. For the first time in this fellow animal lovers who would state, a minimum security inmate in the NC prison system be willing to give a little of their time. Opportunities avail- has been hired, through the work release program, to able include: Hotline Workers - you could answer your work in an animal care/rehabilitation facility, namely, the phone from home (4 hour shift once a week); Shift Workers Cape Fear Raptor Center. - feed baby birds and take care of other injured birds (5 In order for an inmate to qualify, they must have hours once a week); Transporters - learn to capture and/or worked as a dog trainer with the Monty’s Home/ just bring in injured birds in need (on call); and Helpers – Pawsitive Partners Prison Program. In this program the general help needed at the rescue hospital and grounds (3 inmates provide the dogs with basic training, manage hours once a week). Training will be provided. You only their medical needs, and provide daily care for eight need a helping heart and hands. weeks. At the end of the eight weeks, dogs are adopted to SkyWatch Bird Rescue is a 501(c) 3 non-profit that is families in the community. There is a 100% adoption licensed by the State and Federal governments. They rescue rate of graduates from this non-profit organization. injured birds in the Southeast North Carolina area. They Qualified inmates working in the Pawsitive Partners have pelicans, hawks, swans, egrets, songbirds, and others Prison Program have developed excellent skills in this who have either been rescued or rehabilitated and released. field and will bring these skills to participating work re- Last year, several thousand birds were saved. Please con- lease facilities. The businesses in turn provide wages sider joining their flock and saving precious animals. You which are used to pay room and board at the state facility will find it very rewarding. For information, please call as well as pay back debts related to their incarceration. 910-274-8479 or 855-40-RESCUE (855-407-3728) or visit Visit www.montyshome.org for more information. www.skywatchbirdsrescue.org.

July 2015 www.facebook.com/PawPrintsMagazine 43 Your new best Hello there, my friend is standing name is Pepper! here looking up I have a sad story at you! How can to tell you, but I’m you resist my sure one day the adorable face? ending will be a My name is happy one! You Kodiak see, I was found (A078906) and abandoned in a I’m a 1-year-old ditch in Hamp- Labrador Re- stead. When I got triever mix who to the vet’s office, could also be they discovered described as a that I am also big, loveable blind. But wait! teddy bear who Just like they say, is friendly to all I there is a silver meet. The volun- lining to every teers have a cloud. Mine is great time with that I can still see me in playgroups shadows and I and enjoy watch- can walk around ing me interact just fine. I tilt my head in order to see better and sense with people and what’s around me. I am a very sweet boy who absolutely other dogs. And loves all people. I do well with other dogs, too (girls espe- just look at how handsome I am! Won’t you come meet cially), as long as we are introduced slowly. In fact, I would me? We could have a fun and happy life ahead of us! My probably benefit from another dog in the home to act as my adoption fee includes a physical examination, heartworm ’seeing eye dog’. I am young, between 12 and 18-months- test, a rabies vaccination and neuter surgery. For driving old, and I weigh 40 pounds. Please contact Pender Hu- directions or more information, call Brunswick County mane Society if you are interested in adopting me! Their Sheriff’s Animal Protective Services at 910-754-8204. number is 910-259-7022. Hope to see you soon!

I am sponsored by Adam's Folly Pet Boarding, I am sponsored by Levi Donovan. Bolivia, NC. Thanks! Everybody wins with adoption! Breed Rescues

We are all from different Breed Rescues. Please read our stories!

CAROLINAS RUSSELL RESCUE

I am Eric and I won the I know you have not seen lottery coming in to res- anything cuter than me - my cue. You see, I sat in a foster mommy tells me so all shelter with a fatty lump the time! I am Poppy and I that weighed over a am 10-years-old. My foster pound, hanging from my mom found out I had conges- chest! Within 5 days in tive heart failure. I was put rescue, they made it on medication and have disappear! My foster never felt or sounded better. mom calls me a goof I have a new ‘leash on life’ ball because I make her and I will enjoy every mo- laugh! I am 8 to 9-years-old, kind and sweet, give lots of ment because I’m moving and shaking and loving better than puppy kisses and I love cuddling as close to you as possi- ever. Okay, so maybe it wasn't the greatest news but I won't ble as we doze off to dream land. I’m crate and house- let that get me down - and it shouldn't stop you from meeting trained and vaccinated. Call 910-821-3504 and leave a me! Call 910-821-3504 and leave a message or you can message or email [email protected] for info. send an email to [email protected].

SCHNAUZER RESCUE OF THE CAROLINAS

My name is Stanley, and I This photo captures my was found curled up in a ball first time stepping on at a local animal shelter, grass! My name is Darcy trying to hide from everyone. and I have spent my entire The neglect I had suffered life kenneled in order to was obvious, yet after I produce puppies. I sur- spent some time with SRC vived 9-years in that volunteers, I blossomed! I breeding facility and am was also groomed, which quickly learning that hu- made me and everyone else man attention, a soft blan- smile! I am going to be a ket and canned food is great! I’m loving, only 15 pounds, great family companion now that I’ve learned to trust. My sweet and cute as a button. I’m also spayed, microchipped wonderful foster parents have given me self-confidence and and vaccinated. I am learning to walk on a leash, am now my personality is shining. I am heartworm negative, house- house-trained, and respond well to other dogs. If you are trained, neutered, vaccinated and I’m friendly to other dogs. patient and loving, then I’m the girl for you! To fill out an I’ve not been cat-tested. To fill out an application, visit application, visit www.schnauzerrescueofthecarolinas.org. www.schnauzerrescueofthecarolinas.org. Call 919-723- Please call 919-723-7145 if you need one mailed or faxed. 7145 if you need one mailed or faxed. P.S. Mention this ad P.S. Mention this PawPrints ad and get a $50 discount on and get a 10% discount on my adoption donation! my adoption donation!

CAROLINA POODLE RESCUE

I'm Colby and I was rescued from a I’m Snoop of Camden and I’m a hoarding situation. It turned out that Toy Poodle who wants to be I had sarcoptic and demodox your constant companion! I’m a mange. I'm kind of a shy boy but great little guy to hang out with I'm really sweet. I just want some- and I just adore people. I’ve had one to love. I'm a 3-year-old Poodle my teeth cleaned and quite a few and Yorkie mix. I'd really love to be were removed because they part of a family with at least one hadn’t been cared for - but I feel other dog. A big brother or sister great now. I have some nice soft who I can copy and be best buds kibble that I eat. I am between 8 with. I've always lived with a lot of to 10-years-old and everyone other dogs so I'm not sure I'd like thinks I could be a good therapy dog - after all, what’s better being an only dog. Did I mention therapy than a snuggly Poodle in your lap? I’m working on that I'm crate-trained? I'm a very good boy and I'm smart so crate-training, I’m easy to groom and I like to show off my I pick up things quickly! If you’re interested, call 864-489- new hair cut after I’m finished. To adopt me, call 864-489- 3559 or visit www.carolinapoodlerescue.org. 3559 or visit website at www.carolinapoodlerescue.org.

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46 www.PawPrintsMagazine.com July 2015 I am Rickie A cat who will beg for Bobby but you treats like a dog? can call me Yep, that’s one of my your best many talents. I’m buddy. I love Amber and my family playing with moved away and left other dogs, me. I enjoy all kinds going for long of kitty treats and walks and riding have developed a in the car. I am full-time habit of a healthy young making biscuits. At man who needs just 5-years of age, a great family to I’m a friendly com- call my own. I panion who craves won’t be out on being petted and I’ll the race track rub up against your scene anytime legs. I’ve already soon but you been spayed and can come visit vaccinated and I’ll be me at C.A.R.E., microchipped prior to 1808 Sir Tyler adoption! If you would like to know more about me or the Drive here in adoption process, call Adopt-An-ANGEL at 910-392-0557 Wilmington. or visit www.adoptanangel.net for more details. Call 910-256-2624 for my details, to adopt or to donate. I am sponsored in honor of all the wonderful I am sponsored by Atlantic Animal Hospital who foster mommies and daddies who care supports Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.). for homeless animals. www.mydoterra.com/deniseschwendeman

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