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FALL 2012THE TRIANGLE PET ADOPTION MAGAZINE

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THE MISSION IS S IMPLETo provide a printed publication where animal rescuegroups in the Triangle can reach an extended audiencefor their adoptable pets, programs and events. The goal isto help place animals in loving homes and promoteresponsible and informed pet ownership.

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GUIDE TO ANIMAL L IST INGSSound Pet Animal Rescue . . . . . . . . . . 4SAFE Haven Cat Shelter and Clinic . . . 5Carolina Care Bullies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Neuse River Golden Retreivers . . . . . . 9Orange County Animal Services . . . . 11Pawfect Match Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . 14The Goathouse Refuge . . . . . . . . . . . 15Paws4Ever Animal Sanctuary . . . . . . 16Best Friend Pet Adoption . . . . . . . . . . 20Heaven and Earth Rescue Team . . . . 20Independent Animal Rescue . . . . . . 20Love Mutts Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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publisher reserves the right to deny any advertisement for any reason. The views of the writersare not necessarily those of the Publisher or Heart2Home. The Publisher and Heart2Home do

not make any guarantees whatsoever regarding the animals listed in these pages includingavailability. Readers should inquire of any particular shelter as to the process for adoption and

availability of pets. © 2011-12 Thanos Publishing and Heart2Home

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“ There has never been a cat - Who couldn’t calm medown - By walking slowly - Past my chair.”

– Rod McKuen

COVER SHOT: LaSpezia is adoptablethrough SAFE Haven (safehavenforcats.org)... read about LaSpezia and other SAFEHaven pets on page 5. (photo by Emily Johnson)

INSIDE: Best4Paws Reader’s Poll 6Tails in the Kitchen 10 | Ask Willie Hodge 17

P4E Waggin’ Wagon 18 | Three Cats forEvery Home 22 | Pet Events 23

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Paisley: I am an active girland must have a canine friendto play with in a fenced yard,but most people see me as justa pretty lap dog, because I stillthink I’m a puppy. I do well withcats, dogs and older childrenand I am working on housetrain-ing and have mastered thecrate. My foster mom thinks my training will be perfectin no time – I just need some consistency in my life.

Riggins: Did you readabout me in the news? I wasfound abandoned in a trailerwith some puppies, cats and adog that wasn’t alive. I had tostay at the vet’s office for aweek where I gained fourpounds. In my foster home I amproving to be the sweetest guy

in the world. I do eat puppy food several times a dayto help me slowly gain weight but I am doing great.

Cinnie: I am just a baby, soI have a lot to learn, and needsomeone that wants to teachme all sorts of cool things. I amcrate-trained and working onhouse-training. My foster par-ents say that I am a very lov-ing, energetic and an awesomepuppy. I am very food motivat-

ed and I already know how to sit on command. I loveto play fetch and I ride well in the car.

Kobe: I am such a goodboy. I am house-trained, walkgreat on a leash and know sitand stay. I am not a big fan ofcrates and will cry when youfirst leave me so homes withcommon walls might not be agood fit but it only lasts a fewminutes. I am a bed dog so I

want to sleep in the bed and I am relentless about it.So be sure you have room in your bed for me.

Zeke: I am a ladie’s man,and I don’t like any competitionfrom any other dudes. I am justa little over a year old and I getalong great with dogs after Iget to know them. I am a mel-low little dude I will even letyou trim my nails. I am lookingfor a new place where I am the

big tom cat and everyone else is a girl! That will bethe key to my complete happiness.

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Abby: I am the sweetesttwo-year-old girl ever. I had tohave a back leg amputated,but I do just fine without it. Iget along with dogs, cats andeveryone I meet. I am house-trained, crate-trained and verygentle. I love to play with plushtoys and nylabones. When it isquiet time, I love to cuddle under the blankets on thecouch with my foster parents when they watch TV.

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Gendry: Butterscotchboy. I’ve got the heart of a lionsurrounded by the most gor-geous orange coat. I’m veryactive and love to playwhether it’s with a toy or withmy roommate. Pick me up andhear me purr! But I don’t liketo stay still for very long

because I am afraid I might miss on too much.

Drewida: Lucky lass. Icame to SAFE Haven afterbeing plucked from an areahigh-kill shelter. I’m not surewhether it was my pleasingpersonality or my beautiful coatthat impressed my rescuer butI hope it was a combination ofboth of those things. I can’t

wait to become someone’s loving companion. Ipromise you won’t go wrong if you pick me.

Rizzo: Definite showstop-per. I’m all wrapped up in agorgeous orangey, tan coatofficially known as “creme.”When you visit me in theJungle Room, I’ll most likelycome right over to check youout. I’m not only nice to look atbut also fun to be around. Iknow I’d be a great cat for you so let’s get acquaint-ed soon.

Qwirkle: Social success.I’m an outgoing lady with per-sonality plus and I love to meetpeople and I can’t wait to showyou why I would be just the per-fect cat to adopt. I’m at that fab-ulous age of one year old andpast a lot of kitten craziness butstill lively and curious. We couldshare so many wonderful occasions together. All youhave to do is come meet me and sign those papers!

LaSpezia: Pretty andplayful with a luxurious coat.The folks here say I’m one ofthe sweetest youngsters tocome along in quite a while.I’m living with Pisa right nowand we get along so welltogether. Maybe you wouldconsider adopting us both andgiving us the happiness and security of a foreverhome.

Cookie Crisp: A realsweetie. I’m one of the “cookiecats” at SAFE Haven and I’mjust back from a great vacationwith a fabulous foster momand I am now ready to moveinto a home of my own. I’mvery thankful to have beenchosen to come here from ahigh-kill shelter. So I plan to be the best feline buddyever when you come to adopt and pick me up.



THE SCIENCE ANDSTATISTICAL ACUMENbehind this first-everHeart2Home Best4PawsReader’s Poll best not be explored asall tabulations are merely a scribble of hashmarks and notes.

Please do not allow this, however, to influnce your enjoy-ment and exploration of the results you see here. I assureyou that this is a genuine and democratic vote of all thosewho caste their votes. From all the early voting, midnightvoting and weekend voting, clear choices emerged alongwith a revelation of how dedicated Heart2Home’s readersare to the businesses they turn to for their pet’s needs.

Thank you to all who responded and offered their com-ments and please enjoy their choices and their words.

Congratulations to the Top Dogs and Top Cats:

– Denis Toomey, Heart2Home’s publisher


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1 Second Chance Pet Adoptions Raleigh | secondchancenc.org

“I love the people at Second Chance Pet Adoptionsas well as the animals. They care for the pets they res-cue and the building is always clean and welcoming.”

“They are the oldest no-kill animal rescue in theTriangle and they keep all their dogs in foster homes –no small rooms or cages.”

2 Best Friend Pet Adoption – Carybfpa.org

“When you adopt a pet at BFPA the foster parents helpyou, as the adopter, to really get to know the animal fora successful adoption”

3 Orange County Animal Services Chapel Hill | orangecountync.gov/animalservices

“Orange County Animal Services has a beautiful build-ing and a friendly staff who help you find the best petfor you. Their frequent rabies vaccination events are agreat low-cost way to keep pets safe and they hostmobile spay/neuter clinics as well.”

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“This no-kill shelter always has the best interests of thecats and kitten at heart.”

“Wonderful environment for cats and kittens as theyawait their forever homes. Plenty of love and socializa-tion from staff and dedicated volunteers. Adoptioncounselors who want to find just the right cats foradopters. Great staff veterinarian.”

2 Cat Angels Pet Adoptions – Carycatangelsnc.org

“Superb no-kill shelter where the cats are all well-lovedand cared for. They have a wonderful group of volun-teers who spend time with the cats daily, ensuring thatthey are nicely socialized with people and other cats.Their new facility is beautiful. Every cat there is healthyand happy.”

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Cherry has the mostbeautiful amber brown eyesyou have ever seen, and atjust two years old, those eyesare searching for the familythat will treat her as their baby.A former mother to a litter ofseven, Cherry is ready for lifeto be all about her, or rather,about you! She cares more about human attentionand affection than any treat you could possibly offer.

Giovanni is a growingfive-month-old pup who lovesto cuddle with humans asmuch as he loves to play withhis siblings. He is a fast learnerand knows sit, down, come,crate and outside. He also hasperfect leash manners.Giovanni gets along with dogs,children, and even cats! He would be the perfectpuppy for any size family.

Tulip is a snuggly, two-year-old red-nosed Pit Bull lady. Sheloves to spend time curled upnext to family members on thecouch. She has learned to bevery well behaved when shegoes for walks. She is crate-trained and potty trained. Tuliploves to make friends with chil-

dren and other dogs, though she does like to be theboss when she hangs out with the big dogs.

Guinevere is a five-month-old puppy looking forher forever home. She alreadyknows sit, paw, stay, high five,and walks great on a leash.She loves playing with every-one she meets. She is greatwith big and little dogs.Guinevere is wonderful with

kids and is crate-trained. She loves to play outsideand splash in her puppy pool.

Lacey is a beautiful one-year-old Pit Bull mix with a zestfor life. When she isn’t trying toplay with people or other dogs,she’s content to sit out on theporch or by a window, watchingthe world around her. She’scompletely housebroken, crate-trained, and is very affectionate

with children. Lacey is great with dogs of all sizes,and would love to live with other playful dogs.

Andy is a three-year-oldPit Bull/Boxer mix and is veryfriendly and eager to please.He enjoys playing tug andloves to snuggle up. He is veryfood motivated, well-behavedon a leash and house- andcrate-trained. Andy gets alongwell with the other dogs in his

foster home. Andy came to the rescue severely neg-lected, but now he is a healthy, bright-eyed boy.

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Angelina is a sweettempered senior who loves tobe loved. She enjoys playingwith a ball and going on walks,and each day she gets a littlebit sleeker and a little bit moreenergetic. She is vocal when astranger comes to the housethen quickly warms to a visitor.

She is altogether a very well-mannered lady and willmake a wonderful addition to a very fortunate family.

Shaggy is an owner sur-render who needed a rear legamputated and now is learningthe ropes of his new life as a“tripawd.” Shaggy is a ray ofsunshine and despite his or-deal, he never stopped smiling.He has determination and apositive attitude that most

humans strive for. He’s a big boy, but a gentle onewith people, dogs and cats alike.

Gem is a nine-year-oldowner surrender. She wasloved very much but herowner couldn’t give her theattention she needed. Sheloves to go on walks on aleash, car rides and loves ten-nis balls and squeeky plushtoys. She loves to fetch hertennis balls and is a happy girl who likes to bearound people.

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Miss Goldie: We area hubby and wife duo who firstmet when we were cute littlepuppies. Many beautiful goldenpuppies later, we are nowready to retire into a peacefulhome. We lived most of ourlives outdoors, but we arehouse-trained. We are inseparable and love to hangout next to each other at home.

Zoe is absolutely obsessedwith tennis balls and will playall kinds of games with you.She plays with other dogs andis just fine living with cats andother submissive dogs. Sinceshe has limited visibility in oneeye, she should not be in ahome where there are lots ofactive kids because movements around her headand in places she can’t see scare her.

Tibbs: I had a horrible life-living in a basement but now Iam walking a lot and eating alot to try and get back intoshape. I get excited when myfoster parents come home andwhen they wake up in themorning. I do really well onwalks and I just love to stopand smell the world. I do have a hard time with stairsso I would need a home without a lot of stairs.



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Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl combine tuna,parsley and water. Add cornmeal and flour. Form a dough,knead and roll 1/4-inch thick. Cut the dough into 1/2-inchsquares. Bake at 350 degrees on a greased cookie sheet(I substitute the greased cookie sheet for parchment paper)for 15 - 20 minutes (or until lightly browned). Makes approx-imately 3 dozen 1/2-inch treats.

THE WILD WEATHER this summer brought about alot of things: downed branches, loss of powerand some much needed rain. But one morning

after a night of storms one of our dogs found some-thing else in our yard … a kitten! The kitten was wet.And I couldn’t get a good look at it to see if it washurt since it was caught in some bushes trying to find

shelter from our barking beagle.

I brought our pooch back inside andtried to find something in our pantrythat might help lure the kitten out so Icould examine it. I opened a can oftuna and returned outside. The kittywas nowhere to be found! Hemust’ve returned to his clowder.

Now I had an opened can of tuna. What to do!? Itwas too early for tuna fish sandwiches!

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Mellie: This ten-month-old girl is just superb in everyway. Not only does she have aface to die for, she is alsohumble and cooperative, gen-tle, loving, and just all aroundwonderful. She is going tomake a wonderful dog for avery lucky family, and is the

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Charlene: This gor-geous calico is around twoyears old and loves to hop inyour lap if you let her, but iscalm and independent enoughto do her own thing when youneed your space. Charlene’sadoption fee has been spon-sored by a generous citizen and

with her balanced disposition, charming personality,and gorgeous little face she is the deal of a lifetime!

Harmony: is anothermember of “The IredellDozen.” Harmony is abouteight months old and lovesattention. She will gladly climbon your back if you visit herroom and entertain you withcute tricks! She’s available aspart of our Summer AdoptionSpecial for $50 through Labor Day Weekend!

Sky: This handsome bluepit bull is around ten-monthsold and super sweet. Whenyou meet Sky, you can’t helpbeing drawn to his majesticbeauty, but you soon realizehis personality is even morebeautiful. This gentle boy iscalm and obedient, and eagerto do whatever will make you happy. He’s sure tomake a wonderful companion for you.

Marla: If you’re lookingfor a great feline companion,consider adopting Marla-FREE of charge as her adop-tion fee is sponsored by theOrange County Public Library.Marla is 12 years old andended up at the shelter whenher owner relocated to a seniorliving facility. This lovely girl has plenty of years leftin her and is so deserving of a second chance.

Norman & Davidsonare around eight monthsold and are adorable bestfriends. They are part ofthe 12 cats called “TheIredell Dozen” thatOrange Co. acceptedfrom a hoarding case involving 200 cats. They willwrestle for hours and then curl up together to nap. Aspart of the Summer Adoption Special, they can each beadopted for $50 through Labor Day Weekend.



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1 Phydeaux – Raleigh and Chapel Hill phydeauxpets.com

“I find everything my dog could ever want or need,and all at a reasonable price with a knowledgable,friendly staff. All the foods here are healthy, and theyhave plenty of options that fit both my dogs needs,and my pocketbook.”

“I love browsing and seeing products I didn't knowexisted and Phydeaux supports rescue groups andadoption events.”

“If you can imagine it, they'll have it.”

2 Unleashed – Raleigh unleashedmutt.com

“I love, love Unleashed! They offer high quality dogand cat food at a reasonable price. I ONLY shop atUnleashed. They also have great customer service.”

“They are the very example for every reason to buylocal. They truly care about their products and theircustomers.”

“Not only do they offer pet-friendly advice and answeryour questions with genuine concern, but they allowrescue groups to hold fundraising events at both theirstores in Raleigh. Great staff.”

3 TIE: Barnes Supply – Durhambarnessupplydurham.com

Paws At The Corner – Hillsboroughpawsatthecorner.com

“Barnes Supply has a unique and cozy feel and agreat staff. I buy all my dog food there and I am

always amazed at the greatselection of both pet foods andsupplies.”

“[Paws at the Corner is a] greatshop and very knowledgeable

about food and nutrition. Ithas a nice, affordable do-it-yourself dog wash.” “Great

little store with a goodselection oftop qualityfood.”

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2 Pet Smart petsmart.com

“I like the large variety of petfood and special diet food.”

3 Unleashed – Raleigh unleashedmutt.com

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1 Camp Canine – Carycampcanine.com

“Wonderful staff and great care. My dogs go for 'daycare' there, too. This is a first class, well-run operationthat is totally focused on dog care and develop-ment.”

2 Pupsi – Cary pupsiinc.com

“I like that they can go outside but are safe with thehigh fences and staff outside monitoring.”

3 Happy Tails Dog Daycare – Raleighhappytailsinraleigh.com

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“I find everything my dog could ever want or need,and all at a reasonable price with a knowledgable,friendly staff. All the foods here are healthy, and theyhave plenty of options that fit both my dog’s needs,and my pocketbook.”

“I love browsing and seeing products I didn't knowexisted and Phydeaux supports rescue groups andadoption events.”

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3 Town & Country Veterinary HospitalApex | tcanimalcare.com

“Never been a better place to take your animals! Thevets are kind, caring and thorough. The staff are allgreat - quick, friendly and efficient. I have been goingto Town and Country for ten years, after they helpedme save two tiny kittens. I couldn't be happier.”


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1Morrisville Cat Hospital – Morrisvillemorrisvillecathospital.com

“Dr. Wendy Simpson and her staff are awesome!”

“Gentle, thorough, and efficient, and the clinic isclean and pretty. No Dogs!”

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3 Southpoint Animal HospitalDurham | southpointpets.com


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1 Beth’s Barks N Bubbles – Durhambethsbarksnbubbles.com

“Beth has been our Standard Poodles' groomer for 15years, and she is as good with our current high-strung,high-energy girl as she was with our previous timid sub-missive boy. We looked a long time before we foundher, and now we would never switch.”

2 Pretty Paws – Cary 919 469-9913

3 Happy Tails Dog Daycare – Raleighhappytailsinraleigh.com

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1 Southpoint Animal HospitalDurham | southpointpets.com

“Great staff and wonderful, calming atmosphere ...great with dogs of all types.”

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“Dr. Rodgers is conservative when it comes to treat-ment and doesn't look to over do it just to boost thecost of the appointment.”

“I love my mobile services and Dr. Rodgers will cometo my house and have everyone vaccinated in lesstime then it would take me to get them all in the car.”

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Marbles is a very sweetboy with a great temperament.He loves kids gets along wellwith other dogs and just wantsto please. He is a smart boyand is easy to train. He wouldmake a great family dog andwants nothing more than afamily to love him and spendtime with him. He is potty trained and crate trained.

Malibu is a very lovingand happy little girl. She isenergetic and very curious soshe would do best in a fairlyactive home. She loves herfoster brothers and sisters, butcan be a bit overwhelmed atfirst with large dogs, but shesettles in quite nicely withsome time. She is coming along well with her housetraining and loves her chew toys.

Rafael is a darling cuddlyboy! He is quite curious andfull of puppy energy so hewould do best in an activefamily. He loves to followaround his foster mom andwatch everything she does. Hedoes well with other dogs andloves his toys!

Mirakel needs a newhome where he isn’t cratedquite so much as he’s anactive boy and loves to play.Another active canine siblingwould be awesome for himalong with a fenced yard.Mirakel loves people andwould do well with older chil-

dren. He still has too much puppy in him for toddlers.

Kekoa is an energetic andfriendly boy and when you bringhim home, he will be your bestfriend forever. Kekoa was apuppy from a litter of 12 that wasabout to be put down. Kekoa isdeaf, but he doesn’t let that gethim down and has no troublelearning commands by sight

instead of sound. He is great on the leash, which isgreat since he needs to get out and get lots of exercise.

Glinda is a very sweet dog.She has been progressing wellwith obedience training, isalmost housebroken and isimproving every day. She is ahigh energy dog who loves peo-ple, other dogs and going onlong walks or jogging. She lovesplaying fetch and is learning to

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Simone is a sweet beauti-ful calitabby-and-white kitten.She’s one of over 50 kittensavailable for adoption at theGoathouse right now. Thesebabies need homes! We like forour kittens to be adopted inpairs, or for a single kitten to goto a home with another young

cat to play and cuddle with. Your new kitten will befully vetted (spayed or neutered, tested. vaccinated).

Saki is an adorable little kit-ten, mostly white with a graycrown on her head. She’s oneof over 50 kittens available foradoption at the Goathouseright now. These babies needhomes! We have calicos,orange tiger babies, beautifultabbies, torties, tuxedos – you

name it, we’ve got ’em. Your new kitten will be fullyvetted (spayed or neutered, tested. vaccinated).

Kitty is a handsome silvertabby boy with amber eyes.We don’t know why Kitty’sowner surrendered him to apublic shelter, but we’re gladwe were able to rescue himfrom death row. Kitty lovesbeing petted and sitting onlaps. This fellow deserves asecond chance at having a forever home. Comemeet Kitty soon! DOB March 2010

Fred is an experiencedhouse cat whose owner losther home and could no longertake care of her pets. He’s anadorable and talkative guy withgreat markings and amazingeyebrows! This sweet boyloves people and would reallylike to be someone’s specialcat again. Come meet Fred soon! DOB July 2008

Poppy is a truly magnificentcat, a beautiful Maine Coon girlwith amazing green eyes. She’san experienced house catwhose owner surrendered herto a public shelter for unknownreasons. Poppy is a big girl butvery gentle and sweet. Sheloves to cuddle on your lap, andbe petted and brushed. Poppy gets along with othercats but she loves people more! DOB 2007

Lil Bit has a broken heart.She had a home and a personshe loved, but then her ownerhad to go into assisted livingand couldn’t take her kitty withher. Lil Bit misses her homeand her person, and beingaround so many other cats atthe refuge scares her. Thissweet, loving, and gentle girl just wants a secondchance at having a forever home. DOB 2008


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Sweet Tarts: I amfrom Orange County and havealready had a litter of kittens.Recently I had hernia surgerybut have recovered quite well.Although I was initially veryshy when I arrived, I am nowfriendly and am happy to bewith other cats. If you let me

jump in your lap, I’ll be happy to be loved, but I don’tlike to be picked up. (2-year-old, female DSH)

Marissa: I am a one-year-old female Shepherd andI love to play in puppy pools. Ilove to play with other dogs,too but I don’t like cats. Thestaff here say that I am a goodleash walker and that I am verysweet. If you would like anactive companion who is

always ready to do what you want to do, I am yourdog. (1 year, female, Shepherd)

Thora: I am a four-year-old female and I was at theDurham shelter before I cameto Paws4ever. Because I amFIV positive, my adoption feeis waived. I can live the rest ofmy life without issue, as longas I am the only cat in thehousehold. I am a sweet cat,and I love attention. (DSH)

Nala: I am a very sweetkitty with very unusual mark-ings that make me uniqueamong other cats. I have beenfront declawed. My humanfriends tell me I have quite thelittle purr motor, which comesout instantly when you pet me.I am affectionate with lots oflove to give. I get along great with other cats, but Idon’t like dogs. (12 years, female, DSH)

Seven: I love to leap aroundand play outside, and I lovespending time with my humanbuddies because they canscratch all the right places. I dolove to show my affection andsometimes it just gets the bestof me. The things I enjoy arewalks with my humans, snug-gling on the couch and maybe catching a late nightmovie (and I like kitties!). (6 years, male Shepherd)

Duncan: I am a hound,and am pleased to say I’vepassed Family Dog 1 Trainingclass! I am house-trained, andI have already spent some timein a foster home learning howto live with a family. If you havea fenced-in yard, I will be veryhappy and we will be a greatmatch. I absolutely love my belly to be scratched,and appreciate toys and treats. (6 years, male)



DDeeaarr WWiilllliiee: I currently own a four-year-old cat that wasfound as a kitten after her mom had passed away.Unfortunately, she has never been the most affectionatecat, but did manage to bond closely with the 15-year-oldcat I had at the time that showed her much patience andtolerance. Several years later as he became terminally ill,she groomed him and herded him towards his water andfood bowls to help him indicating a special connection

between them. My senior kitty passed awayin September of 2010 and I am just now ableto entertain the thought that maybe my cur-rent cat is lonely and would like a new felinefriend. I am curious as to what kind of friendyou would recommend for a kitty that tendsto be more dominant in nature? I have beenadvised by many to consider getting a youngmale and sequestering them to separateparts of the house until they get used to

smelling one another. What does Willie think?

AA: Willie is sorry to hear of the passing of your kitty and un-derstands the heartbreak associated with such a loss. Williethinks it is wonderful that you are considering getting anotherfeline family member to keep your kitty company. Willie hasfive feline brothers and six feline sisters in his house and Williegets along well with all of them as long as they follow all ofWillie’s household rules. Willie thinks either a male or femalekitten would work out fine in your situation. Willie agrees thatinitially separating the new feline family member to his or herown room so that he or she can become accustomed to thenew environment is wise. Willie believes this will also allowyour current feline family member to adjust to having a newfurriend in the house in a less stressful manner.

DDeeaarr WWiilllliiee: My veterinarian is recommending giving mycat monthly heartworm prevention. I thought this was a dis-ease only dogs could get?

AA: Willie is so glad you asked this question! Willie has found itto be a common misunderstanding among humans thatheartworm disease affects only the canine population. Catscan become infected with heartworm disease. The diseaseaffects cats differently than dogs, but is equally serious.Heartworm disease is transmitted by mosquitoes. It takes justone mosquito to infect a cat. Since mosquitoes can getindoors, both indoor and outdoor cats are at risk. In oneNorth Carolina study 28 percent of cats diagnosed withheartworm disease were indoor only cats. Since Willie doesnot want to become sick from this disease, Willie makes sureto take his heartworm preventive every single month.

DDeeaarr WWiilllliiee: are there any local events coming up thatyou plan to make a guest appearance at? I have nevermet you before and would love the opportunity to do so!

AA: Willie is honored that you would like to meet him! Willieloves meeting new furriends. In less than a month Willie ismaking a special appearance at Cary’s 2012 ScavengerHunt on Sat., Sept. 15. Willie hopes you visit their website forevent information or to sign up a participating team, at:http://carycitizen.com/2012/08/15/sign-up-for-the-2012-cary-scavenger-hunt/. Willie is so excited about his opportunity toplay Purrlock Holmes with his brand new magnif-eye-ingglass and hopes to see you there!

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Willie answers all questions with the help of his mom, Dr. Jenn, owner of the Cat Clinic of Cary. You can follow Willie’s daily adventures more closely on Facebook.

Send your questions to [email protected]

Last month NC senators Kay Hagan and Richard Burr introduced theCorolla Wild Horses Protection Act (S. 3448) in the U.S. Senate.This federal bill impacts North Carolina in particular because it aims toprotect the free-roaming wild horses in and around the CurrituckNational Wildlife Refuge, a wild herd of horses traced back to the arrivalof Spanish explorers on the Outer Banks in the 16th century.

This legislation will expand the allowable population of no fewer than110 horses from the previous cap of 60 with a future increase to 120-130.

The Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act has already passed in theU.S. House of Representatives (introduced by Rep. Walter Jones Jr.[R-NC3]) and now awaits a vote in the U.S. Senate. According to gov-track.us the Senate bill has an uphill battle as only three percent of allSenate bills in 2009-2010 were enacted. (Source: ASCPA). . .

Independent Animal Rescue announced that its 2012 PaintedChair & More Auction raised a record-breaking amount of over$22,000 to support their animal welfare programs. Over 200 animaland art lovers attended the auction on July 28 in Durham. . . .

The Animal Protection Society of Durham no longer acceptsanimals from outside of Durham County as of August 6. According toAPS, the move is designed to help more animals and people inDurham County. Only animals belonging to Durham residents andstray animals found in Durham County will be admitted into the shel-ter. People surrending pets will be required to show proof of address. . . .

B.A.R.K.S. Book Buddies is looking for dogs/pets and theirowners to help children improve their reading skills in the Trianglearea. For more information and requirements, please contactB.A.R.K.S. Book Buddies at: [email protected]. . .

Pet theft is on the rise according to the The American Kennel Club,which has been tracking pet thefts since 2007. The AKC reported a 32%increase in dog thefts last year. While some animals are snatched fromtheir yards or during home invasions, opportunistic thieves most com-monly steal dogs left in cars or tied up outside stores. (Source: AKC). . .

The Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital has announced thearrival of a new CT Scanner for pets. The Durham pet hospital isexpected to offer CT imaging services in September. . . .

U.S. retail sales of non-food pet supplies totaled $11.1 billion in2011, up 2% over 2010.. From a high of 5% in 2007, annual sales gainsslowed during the economic recession of 2008-2009 and its after-math but still continued to make gains. (Source: Packaged Facts)

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THE PAWS4 EVER WAGGIN’ WAGONmade it’s debut in Durham in Augustoutside the Performing Arts Center to thesound of clapping paws.

The former mini school bus and icecream truck’s design was donated by the

international McKinney ad agency’sDurham office. (McKinney is the agencybehind the Travelocity Gnome.) TheDurham employees chose Paws4Ever tobe the nonprofit recipient of it’s “PimpYour Cause” donated talents and for thepast year they have been redesigning therescue group’s web site (paws4ever.org)and created a new Paws4Ever logo.

The truck sports a smiling dog designwith paws and bones and all the trappingsof a food truck that features ice cream andtreats from Raleigh’s Gourmutt’s Bakery.

Besides treats, the Waggin’ Wagon willbring outreach materials and even a fewadoptable pets to local pet events.

You will get a chance to see the Waggin’Wagon at this year’s P4E Seventh AnnualWalk for the Animals at Chapel Hill’sSouthern Village on October 6.

this food truck is for the dogsAfter being chosen by the ad agency employees of theDurham office of McKinney as their nonprofit pro-bonorecipient in May 2011, Paws4Ever has a new logo, web siteAND a food truck for pets.

1996 Chevrolet Mini Bus • Originally outfitted as a school busbefore a retrofit as an ice cream truck • The Waggin’

Wagon was overhauled and retrofitted as a mobile food truck by Southern TransitAccessories in High Point • Exterior design by McKinney and vinyl wraps by CapitalWraps in Durham • The Waggin’ Wagon has its own web page at www.paws4ever.org!

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DURHAM: Nanataco, Foster’s Market, CafeParizade, Vita, Bull McCabes, Toast, 604 WestMorgan/Cinelli’s

“ T hey are always SUPER friendly at Tyler’sRestaurant and Tap Room and always bring thepups water!”

“ At Only Burger, they have outdoor tables wheredogs are allowed and the staff always offer water.”

“Guglhupf has a nice environment for both dogs andpeople outdoors.”

CHAPEL HILL: The Spotted Dog, Southern Rail

“ Weaver Street Market is a beautiful scene underthe big oak tree with a wonderful mix of dogs, kids,and everyone else. I’ve never seen an altercationbetween a dog and a child in over 15 years and Ithink I’ve only heard a dog bark twice.”

“ Vimala’s Curryblossom Cafe has a nice court-yard with a water feature and fabulous food.”

RALEIGH: “ I like The Draft House in CameronVillage. The waitstaff is always so gracious and theyhave water bowls for the doggies. I hear that TheLondon Bridge is dog friendly too.”

CARY: “Cafe Caturra always offer treats.”

FUQUAY VARINA: “Aviator Smokehouse has anoutdoor seating area where you can bring your dog.”

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Best Place to Walk Your Dog?Downtown Raleigh, Cary’s Bond Park, “Cary’sGreenways are wonderful! Umstead Park is alsogreat fun for a more rugged walk. I do love theAmerican Tabacco Trail too.”

“ The Old Hillsborough Race Track because it’sflat but grown up so it’s shady and there are plentyof things for the dogs to smell.”

Best Getaway for You and Your Pet?“ Four Paws Kingdom in Rutherfordton, NC is acampground for dogs and their owners. There area few big dog play areas, a Rally-O field, a funagility field,a real agility field, a fenced in swimmingpond and a few trails to hike.”

Best Friend Pet Adoption www.bfpa.org 919 601 6990

Bella is a very sweet dog, she likes toplay as well as have her stomach rubbed.She has lots of energy so she loves a goodlong walk or a few short play times a day.She does great sleeping in her crate, butdoesn’t get into trouble during the day inthe house. She likes to either follow her

people or look out the window.

Harper is a fun guy who loves to play.His favorite toys are his stuffed animals andmini soccer ball. We have taught him tofetch and a few commands. He even has atrademark acrobatic move: he does somer-saults while playing with a bigger stuffedanimal or blanket. He would be great in a

home with kids or/and other young dogs as playmates.

Oliver loves people and dogs of allshapes and sizes. He’s still very much apuppy unaware of his size, but he managesto remain gentle and respectful most of thetime. He does well with cats and is excel-lent with children. He has great housemanners, never pulls and knows manycommands. He is the most mellow traveler you’ll ever meet.

Murphy is a wonderful, lovingdog. He is very handsome and we believea pure Chocolate Lab. He has excellenthouse and car manners and he is verygood in the crate. He loves being aroundhis humans. Like most Labs, Murphyloves to swim and play with a tennis ball.He knows basic commands like “sit” and “down.”

Heaven and Earth Animal Rescue Team (HEART) www.heartpetrescu.org

Chip is a nervous but extremely play-ful dog who loves his soft toys. He hasbeen in foster a long time, and is gradual-ly beginning to accept affection fromthose he knows. He walks nicely on aleash and loves going for adventures. Heis looking for a patient adult home that

will encourage him to bloom.

Mary Kate and Ashleyare two fuzzy Chihuahuas, about a year old,who are cheerful and friendly and lookingfor new families. They’re available sepa-rately, but look very much alike! They’relooking for an adult home or a family withteenage children who will help with their

housebreaking, take them on long walks and adventures.

Guernsey is a wonderful JackRussell with an incredible love of life. Shehas a heart condition which thickens theheart wall. Her medications cost about$30 a month, and she will need them forthe rest of her life. This adorable littlesweetie loves everyone she meets. Let herchoose her own pace and she’s great.

Aurora is a pretty Pekingese prin-cess who is just now learning that peopleare for snuggling with and the world is funfor exploring. She came from a commercialbreeding facility, is housebroken and walksnicely on a leash, and is expanding the cir-cle of people she trusts and enjoys everyday. She’s very much a lap dog with people she knows.

Independent Animal Rescue www.animalrescue.net 919 403-2221

Camille is such a delightful puppy.She is super sweet and friendly to every-one she meets including dogs, cats, andpeople of all ages. She loves to explorethe back yard and run joyful circles.When she’s done playing, Camille is con-tent to curl up at your feet while you read

or work at your desk.

Snickers plays the part of a mostly-courageous little damsel in distress. Sheloves human and canine strangers alike andgraces both with welcoming cheer. Sheplays with large dogs like a trooper. She’sconfident during neighborhood walks and,though she gets a little nervous in busy pub-

lic environments, she’s easily encouraged and relaxes quickly.

Rosie is a young girl that has proba-bly given birth to more than one litter ofkittens in her short life. But no more!Now Rosie can enjoy a second kitten-hood and get to eat and play to herheart’s content. She was found on thestreets of Durham with a litter of one dayold kittens. She loves to be petted and brushed.

Midway was rescued from theNC State Fairgrounds. She is a sweetheartand loves to explore, eat wet food, playand then conk out for a good long snooze.Basically, she is a regular kitten. She andher siblings, Menou, Bikini and Arry getalong just great... maybe you’d like two?They are all healthy and ready for adoption.


Emily Eve Weinstein

Love Mutts Rescue www.love.petfinder.com 252 432-2307

Finnegan isnot only one beautifulfour-year-old Hound,he has beautiful man-ners to match hisgreat looks. This gen-tle boy is house bro-ken, leashes well, good with children,other dogs, and is a wonderful compan-ion. He is also very easy going. Finn is upto date on shots, neutered and chipped.

Honey is aBeagle, weighs 18 lbs,is about three-fouryears old, house train-ed, spayed and chipp-ed with all shots. Sheloves to be with olderchildren and adults to cuddle and play‘hide-n-seek’ (her happy tail will thumpon the floor when you find her). Leashedwalks or fenced yard are desired.

Kara is ateenager, who wasthe only one of her‘captured’ litter tobe saved at a shel-ter. She is beautifulwith sleek golden

short fur, loving,& shy, spayed,chipped, with all shots.

Angel will giveyou kisses. She is ateen Hound/Shepmix who can dance!She is spayed andchipped with allshots – 35 lbs. She

adapts easily and gets along with chi-dren and other dogs.

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ALFONSO WONDERS WHATHE HAS DONE to be strand-ed in the limbo he finds him-self – a glorified shed. Hisfoster mom, me, can’t under-stand why he was relin-quished by his original fami-ly despite the explanations.After all, he is a bright, per-sonable, affectionate hand-some cat.

Here, he is social, respect-ful of my other foster cat,grooming her when sheallows it, bouncing and toss-ing the cat toys around theroom, and displaying perfectlitter box manners. He isabout to experience anotherlevel of lonliness. The otherfoster cat whom he hasgrown to love is leaving.

She will live with children,dogs – too much activity forthe subdued Alfonso. Hewants peace, perhaps anoth-er cat, one or two people; areasonable home to call hisown.

As us animal people know,North Carolina has its shareof cats. The rescue group Iwork with, IndependentAnimal Rescue, has pro-grams that “fix” homelesscats and those from lowincome families, and anotherthat rescues cats and dogsfrom high-kill shelters toplace in foster homes; plus they have many volunteers thatstaff events from adoptathons to fundraising. With all thesehard working volunteers it can drive one insane to hear, “Wealready have a cat (or) dog.” JUST ONE?! Get another and pos-sibly a third! Or you hear, “We already have two.” I say, thenget a third!

With over 150,000 cats anddogs being euthanized a yearin this state, alone, everyoneneeds to stretch a little.

And then this tired excuse,“My spouse is allergic”There are great drugs forthat while you acclimate tothe cats. Keep them out ofyour bedroom; wash handsafter petting; have an out-door cat fence and a smallbarn. A doctor that reviewedmy last statement suggestedI delete it, but I can’t.Homes are needed. At leastconsider a Poodle mix oreven a Greyhound. Homesare at a premium and rescuegroups will work with you tofind just the right compan-ion to add to your crew. Aswe step into fall, the litterskeep coming. Did I mention,homes are needed?

Neutering/spaying shouldbe law. If you’re low onfunds, there is the $20 FIX.Don’t qualify? There is POP,SNAP or our many excellentvets. You want your offspringto experience a litter?Become a foster home forone of the many homeless lit-ters. If your home would becomplete with a beautifullarge-sized cat like Alfonso,please check-out his link atwww.animalrescue.net/C-06-

392R . He would be very appreciative and develop into the mostremarkable companion and you will thank me for this article.

Emily Eve Weinstein is an artist/author that lives with herhusband, 5 cats, 2 dogs and 2 foster cats. You can view herartwork at www.weinsteinart.com.

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Alfonso is a fostered cat who is waiting for a permanent homeand his “happily ever after.” (www.animalrescue.net/C-06-392R)


Dog Olympics : Saturday, September 8 : 10 am - 4 pm

A great day of fun for the whole family at the NC State Vet School.

Auction for the Cats : Saturday, September 15 : 5 - 9 pm

Benefit auction for SAFE Haven Cat Shelter & Clinic at RaleighAuction & Estate Sales in Raleigh will feature antiques, furniture,jewelry and collectibles. For more info: safehavenforcats.org

Sound Pet Animal Rescue Silent AuctionSaturday, September 15 : 6:30 pm

More than 75 items to bid on includes food and drink at theKildaire Farm Racquet Club, 162 Pebble Creek Drive in Cary.Admission is $10 with proceeds benefittin SPARR.

Pooch Plunge : Sunday, September 16 : 2 - 6 pm

Let your dog enjoy a swim in the pool and help support thePositive Pit Bull at the River Rock Swim Club in Cary.

PawPrints for Your Heart : Sunday, September 16 : 2 - 5 pm

Have your dog paint a picture for you at Wine and Design in Cary.Event supports wags4tags.org that works to rescue and traindogs from kill shelters and gift them to Veterans in need.

2012 American Kennel Club Responsible Dog Ownership DaySat., September 22 : 10 am - 3 pm

Highlights the AKC programs and services that support responsi-ble dog ownership at Holshouser Building, NC State Fairgrounds.

Run For Their Lives : Saturday, October 6 : 8 - 11 am

Join SAFE Haven for its inaugural “Run For Their Lives” 5K race.Walk or run solo or with a team in North Raleigh. Register atwww.safehaven5K.org

Seventh Annual Walk for Animal ProtectionSaturday, October 6 : 10 - 2 pm

Family fun including a two-mile fun walk benefits Paws4Ever atSouthern Village in Chapel Hill. Contact: www.paws4ever.org

Woofstock : Sunday, October 7 : 10 am - 2 pm

Vendors, free dog massages and fun for the whole family atDurham Central Park.

Fur Ball : Sunday, October 7 : 6 - 10 pm

Support the SPCA of Wake County during their biggest fundraiserof the year at The State Club, Park Alumni Center in Raleigh.Cost: $125/person. Contact: www.spcawake.org

Music for Fences : Saturday, October 13

Listen to some great music while helping The Coalition to UnchainDogs in Durham. Contact: www.unchaindogs.net

Dog Day in the Park : Saturday, October 20 : 10 am- 2 pm

A fun day for the whole family at Womble Park in Holly Springs.

Down by the Tracks XI : Sunday October 21 : 2 - 6 pm

Help raise money for the SPCA of Wake County while enjoyinggreat food, live entertainment by The Stray Dogs, a silent auction,and you can bring along your beloved canine at the Shops atSeaboard Station in Raleigh.

Neuse River Golden Retriever Spooky SplashSaturday, October 27

Celebrate Halloween with Goldens swimming at Montague Pondin Cary Contact: goldenrescuenc.org

Second Chance Furry 5K Event : Saturday, November 3

A 5K run and 2K dog walk plus a 1K senior dog walk at Bond Parkin Cary. Contact: www.secondchancenc.dojiggy.com for infoand registration.

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