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Priceless April 2015

We’ve come full circle. Now that George

graces the cover of this fine magazine, it’s sort of remarkable that it

was a PawPrints cover that led us to him in the first place. That cover

from August 2013 featured Rambler, a

hound dog with a sweet face. Turns out Rambler was a recent

graduate of the Pawsitive Partners

Prison Program, the wonderful offshoot of

Monty’s Home that places shelter dogs in local correctional institutions, where inmates train them in

basic obedience.

Since Rambler bore a striking resemblance to our then recently departed Rhodesian Ridgeback, Kizzy, a friend

suggested we look into adopting him.

While that didn’t work out, my wife, Mindy, and I fell in love with the prison program and wanted to support it. Soon we had our eye on a Redbone Coonhound who had just started his training. We attended an Adoption Fair and fell in love with “Sherlock” immediately. Mindy filled out a form and handed over a deposit, and all we

had to do was wait for our boy to graduate (we later found out that Sherlock/George was the fastest adopted

dog in the prison program - 10 days).

George came to us on Halloween Day, 2013 and our lives have been so filled with love since. Cover Dogs

are cool, but Rescue Dogs rule!

Written By: Ranald Totten, George’s Dad

PawPrints Magazine's Dog Cover Model Winner

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URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running

Out! I do hope my sad eyes are melting your heart - you see, I’m a fantastic girl and I’m running out of time at the shelter.

My name is Boo and I’m a brindle/white Terrier

mix who is just 2-years-old. I once lived with a family, but they moved and couldn’t take me. I

keep a very clean kennel which suggests I’m

house-trained or crate-trained and I’m soooo very friendly to people! I get along fine with other dogs and they say I have such a sweet de-meanor that I’d probably have no problem with cats. I can sit on command, too, as my photo clearly shows. Won’t you give me the second chance I deserve? Dogs arrive

every day at this shelter and there’s just not enough room for us all, so I hope you’ll hurry to come meet me! 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].

I am sponsored in loving memory of Hank Harrington.

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Dr. Ked Cottrell

Phone: 910 458-5800 Fax: 910 458-5802

www.animalhospitalcarolinabeach.com Email: [email protected]

Pleasure Island Animal Hospital 1140 N. Lake Park Blvd, Suite J

Carolina Beach, NC 28428

My name is Madilyn and I’ve come a long way

since I first came to res-cue. I was full of youthful exuberance that I didn't

know how to channel very well. For about the past year, I’ve been in a foster home and my foster par-

ents have done a wonder-ful job. I’m a beautiful

Chocolate Labrador Re-triever mix who gets along great with the other foster

dog here. I’m an easily trainable girl who is house-trained, eager to please and food motivated. I need plenty of exer-cise but also love a good snuggle on the couch. My ideal home would be an active one as either an only dog or a sibling for another large dog. I love all people, large and

small, and I really love dog toys! I have such a loving heart and would be a great buddy for an active person or

family. Please call Carolina Poodle Rescue with any inquiries at 864-489-3559 or go to our website at

www.carolinapoodlerescue.org.

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

Hi! I am Momma

June. I just showed up on some-

one's door-step. It was thought that I had been hit by a car since I was only using three of my legs. I also had ticks,

fleas, grain mites, intestinal parasites, and heartworms!!! I am

currently undergoing treatment and would love to have a family who will love me as much as I would them! If you would like to donate toward my care, please go to

www.carewilmington.org and click the donate button. For updates on me and my friends, please like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/carewilmington. You can also call

910-256-2624.

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

Hi, my name is Fudge and I am

a very affectionate

Siamese girl with beautiful

blue eyes. My human mommy went to

heaven and a neighbor lady found

me starving. She started feeding me and getting me healthy again. I am spayed and I’ve had my rabies vacci-

nation. I currently live in an outdoor cage, but I'm an older girl and would really love to be a house kitty. I deserve nothing

less! I promise to keep your lap warm if you will just give me a home. Worried about your furniture? Well, I don't mind having my nails trimmed. I mean really, what girl

doesn’t love a manicure? If you’re smart and would like to meet me, grab that smart phone of yours and call

Shay at 910-512-0652. You won't regret it!

It’s me, PePe, the Shar Pei mix! Pardon me for

looking at you so intently, but I need to ask you some-

thing: will you adopt me? I’m a 6-year-old boy who is already

neutered and vac-cinated. And they

don’t come any friendlier than me! I’ve grown up with

kids and adults and we were all very happy to-gether. I even

lived with a male Pit Bull and we got

along great! Sadly, my family had to give me up, but you can be the

lucky one to take me home. I’m house-trained, I come when called, I listen well and I sit on command. (Check out my

photo for proof.) I enjoy car rides and am a playful lover of toys. I enjoy going for walks and being outside as well as living indoors with my family. I just may be the one you’ve been searching for! For driving directions or adoption info,

call Pender Humane Society at 910-259-7022.

I am sponsored in appreciation of everyone who has rescued a homeless animal.

Just look at me! I’m absolutely gorgeous and intelli-

gent to boot! You just can’t beat that special

combina-tion! My name is

Duchess (A081871)

and I’m called a ‘Tortie’. I have short hair so I don’t make much of a mess in that regard. I am spayed and come

with great feline etiquette. I’m declawed, so I won’t tear up your furniture and I’m litterbox-trained so you have no wor-ries about accidents around the house. Also, I’m used to

other cats and even those crazy dogs that people seem so attached to! We all know that “cat’s rule” - not dogs.

However, I’ve been here at Onslow County Animal Shelter way too long now so y’all need to come and bust me out of

this place. I will be eternally grateful. I’ll keep you com-pany for the rest of my days whether it be sitting on your lap or giving you those ‘sandpaper licks’ and lots of con-

tented purrs. I’m the purrfect cat! Onslow County Animal Services is located at 244 Georgetown Road in Jackson-

ville. To adopt me, please call 910-455-0182.

I am sponsored by Dan and Sue Tuman in honor of all the cats who are waiting for homes at the shelter.

Volume 14 - Number 1

PawPrints Magazine™

Publishers / Editors Kelly Wall & Diane Pour

Cover Photographer Dick Parrott

Head Writer Kelly Wall

Graphic Design Diane Pour

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Adoption Celebration...……………………………………….....46

Calendar of Events……………………………………..………..41

Pender Humane Society’s Golf Tournament………………....25

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The 2015 Dog Cover Model Winner & Runners Up..…….34-35

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Adoption Options We are all from different Animal Rescues. Please read our stories!

SOUTHERN REPTILE SAVIORS RESCUE

My name is Dixie. I’m a female iguana and probably close to 4-years of age. I am definitely an alpha fe-

male and I do not get along with smaller iguanas. I was

adopted out once before to a nice couple. I loved it there

but something happened between my parents and I had to come back to the rescue. I’m very social and love to free roam the house. I have a huge appetite and as you can see, I like to pose for the

camera. I’m looking for someone to take me forever this time. To learn more, call Nicole at 910-470-6299. View other available iguanas at www.thepamperediguana.com

or check out our rescue on Facebook.

ONSLOW COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

My name is Carolina (A081290) and I’m 4-years-old. They tell me I’m called a Border Collie mix but all I know is that I have lots of love and kisses to give to my human family. I have

great qualities that you will truly appreciate. I am

spayed and vaccinated, and I’m very loving and

gentle. Yeah, I have an ID # but I’d truly like to be more than a number; I’m sure you know what I mean. Come on by and give me a try. You will be delighted with who I am and the happiness I will

bring into your life. This isn’t an empty promise - just pure fact! I’m a people pleasin’, truly lovin’ canine. The shelter is located at 244 Georgetown Road in Jacksonville. If you

would like to adopt me, please call 910-455-0182.

ALL 4 CATS

Hi! My name is Ruby. In case you couldn't tell, I am a girl. I love, love, love to play. I know someone will appreci-ate my sense of humor and

endless talents with a mouse on a string. You can't tell in my profile photo, but I have cute little white socks on my paws - I stole them from my foster mom while she was

folding laundry (snicker). I am not fond of little humans, they

scare me (don’t they scare you, too)? I am spayed, vacci-nated and microchipped. To adopt me, call 919-710-3872

or check out www.facebook.com/all4catsrescue for upcoming events where we can meet.

OPERATION TOPCAT

My name is Maya and I’m a very beautiful

female Siamese who is 2-years-

old. I really know what I like

and that is to be admired and pampered! I love to be the center of attention and would be best as an only cat. I love being petted and like my comfy beds and treats. I also love a tall cat tree to play on. I tested negative for FIV/FeLV and I’m vaccinated, spayed and microchipped. If you can pro-

vide me with the lifestyle I desire, please call 910-200-0612 or email [email protected] to schedule a visit with me.

I will return your love!

PENDER ENDANGERED ANIMAL RESCUE

Hello, will you give me a sec-ond chance? My name is

Rosebud and I am an Ameri-can Staffordshire Terrier. I am a young lady and just as

beautiful as I can be. I love to be around people and am full

of energy and love. I was dumped here at the rescue, just thrown away like I was

nothing. Luckily, the rescue wanted me and now I am

safe. I am up to date on all shots and ready for my new family. I won’t take up that much room and will give you

lots of attention in return. Please email my friends at [email protected] or call them at 910-675-0867.

FUREVER FRIENDS ANIMAL RESCUE

My name is Valentine and

I’m a 3-year-old girl who weighs 40 pounds. I’m

a loving and calm Shepherd mix who enjoys being around humans and other dogs. I

required surgery to repair a dislo-

cated hip after I’d been hit by a car. I’ve healed nicely and I’m feeling great now. I was diagnosed with heartworms but Furever Friends Animal Rescue will take care of and

pay for my treatment. Sure would be nice to have a family to love. I promise to never leave you alone on a busy

highway. Please call 910-383-2100 for more info.



Adoption Options We are all from different Animal Rescues. Please read our stories!

A SHELTER FRIEND

I plan to win the lottery this month - when you realize

that we belong together and take me home. My name is Cooper and I am intelligent and affectionate - in fact I

crave human contact! I am happy and healthy. I have SharPei in my heritage and when people meet me, they always comment about how gorgeous I am. I’ve had pro-fessional obedience-training and want to show you how proudly we can walk together for our daily exercise. Of course, I am neutered, vaccinated and on heartworm

preventative. Please call or text Emily at 910-862-1806 to learn even more about me today! You can visit A Shelter Friend online at www.AShelterFriend.org or on Facebook

at www.facebook.com/ashelterfriend.

PAWSITIVE PARTNERS PRISON PROGRAM

Spice up your life with some Paprika! Yes, my name is

Paprika and I am a beautiful, 1-year-old female Shepherd

mix. I am currently part of the Pawsitive Partners Prison Pro-gram where I am learning all

my basic obedience com-mands and good doggy man-ners. My friends say I am en-ergetic and playful, but also

quite gentle. For adoption info, visit Monty’s Home online at

www.montyshome.org, email at [email protected], or call 910-297-1338. “Like” Monty’s Home on Facebook at

www.facebook.com/montyshome.

PET FRIEND OF DUPLIN COUNTY

I'm Gray, a 15-year-old, declawed girl and this is my 10-year-old sister, Cheeky (pictured below me). We were the much loved pets of a couple who passed

away within one years time. We're now looking for homes and we can be

adopted together or sepa-rately. We are heartbroken over losing our parents and are eager to start loving on

our new families. We're affectionate, quiet girls who are both spayed and up to date on vaccinations. The vet has given us thorough examinations and we’re

very healthy with no medi-cal conditions. We have a

lot of wonderful years ahead of us. If you would like to adopt one or both of us, please call Pet Friends

of Duplin County at 910-285-4155.

COASTAL ANIMAL RESCUE EFFORT (C.A.R.E.)

Hello! My name is Hope and I am ready to go

home with you! I am a sweet, playful girl who likes activity. I love to play with toys, chase

strings and investigate new things. But I also like to curl up for a good nap!

If you are interested in adopting me, please call

910-256-2624. For updates on me and my friends, please like us

on Facebook at www.facebook.com/

carewilmington.

COLUMBUS HUMANE SOCIETY

Allow me to introduce myself - I am Booker T. Dogg and I have

been in foster care for over a year. I was

once returned from an adoptive home be-

cause I jumped up on the 3-year-old and

accidentally scratched him. I am a muscular guy and I didn’t do it

on purpose. I am sexy and muscular and chicks dig me - but my exuberance is a little too much for small children. I love them, though - I

really love humans great and small. I am capable of great, warm emotion when it comes to people. I love to run and chase balls, and I am crazy about big old chewing bones. I am better behaved when I am sufficiently exercised but I love me some snuggling on the couch and watching col-

lege basketball, too. I just love that Georgia bulldog, don’t you? Anyway, I am happy and healthy and crate-trained and I’m heartworm negative and up to date on shots. Be-cause I have been in foster care for a loooong time, my

adoption fee has been reduced if the right family will step up to take me. For information, please contact my Colum-

bus Humane Society foster mom, Jennifer, by emailing [email protected] or by calling 910-619-3015.

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URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running Out! I’m a happy, friendly and

playful boy - how can some-one who loves life so much be running out of time? I once was part of a loving family, but the landlord

wouldn’t allow me and my owner brought me here in

tears, telling everyone what a fantastic boy I am. My

name is Diesel (A015687) and I’m a 2-year-old Terrier

who is ready to brighten your life and make your house a home. I get along great

with everyone - adults, children, dogs and cats - and I love to go for walks. My former owner said I am great with the

neighborhood dogs. I’ve been melting the hearts of all who meet me because I have such a light-hearted and playful approach to life and I enjoy meeting everyone. Won’t you please give me a second chance at a loving family? Dogs

arrive every day and there’s just not room for us all, so please hurry! My adoption fee includes Distemper/Parvo

vaccine, Kennel Cough vaccine, Rabies Vaccine, deworm-ing, and 30 day flea/tick treatment. The shelter is now open on Sundays, from 1pm to 4pm, in case you can’t come dur-

ing the week. It’s also open on Saturdays from Noon to 4pm. For more info, call Pender County Animal Shelter at

910-259-1484 or email [email protected].

I am sponsored by Happy At Home Pet Sitting in memory of KARMA.


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

Please call 910-392-0557 to adopt us!

Adopt-An-ANGEL

►My name is Laney and I am a real doll. I am an older Walker Hound who weighs

about 40 pounds. I do well with kids, dogs

and cats. I am super lazy and low mainte-nance. I have been

with Adopt-An-ANGEL for almost 5-months

now, but being rescued by this group was the best thing that ever

happened to me. When Animal Control picked me up at the dump at 421, I was dying. They had to carry me since I was too weak to walk. I was in borderline kidney failure due to starvation. I was handfed small portions over the next few weeks. Adopt-An-ANGEL continued to meet my vet care

needs over the next few months. They helped me gain over 15 pounds, have done several bloodwork exams to monitor

my care, treated me for internal parasites, treated me for heartworms, had two teeth extracted and provided me with a dental. I am independent and don’t seek out attention. I am content to be quiet and next to my people. I find all kinds of

cute places to make nests to sleep in. I sleep in laundry bas-kets, car seats or anywhere cozy since I am a survivor and this is what I did when I lived as a stray on the streets. I am full of personality that will make you laugh. I am what a real rescue story is all about - and my story is still not finished. It

waits for that happy ending that only you can provide.

◄My name is Bella and I am 4-years-old. My mom is Precious

and she is 7-years-old. We are a bonded pair of Chihuahuas who

absolutely cannot be separated. We sleep together, eat together, cuddle together and

lost our home to-gether. Our mom is

88-years-old and recently went into a

nursing home. She would be devastated (and so would we) if we were placed with separate families. There have been lots of people willing to take one of us, but that's not what

we need. We are dainty, little dogs who are afraid of small kids, so we need a home with kids over 10. We were very afraid and under-socialized when we came into rescue, but that's all behind us now. We are really friendly and wag our

whole little bodies when we see people we know. We do well with other animals and are house-trained, spayed, and heartworm negative. Is there anyone out there who could

adopt the two of us? Our adoption fees have been reduced to keep us together.

►My name is Lou and I am a brindle Boxer mix. I am very sweet, but would be

best suited in a home without other pets. I am a bossy girl who wants you all to myself. I am house-trained, spayed and up to

date on my vaccinations. I am about 2-years-old and

weigh 55 pounds. I ran out of time at Pender Animal Shelter and a foster home

stepped up and took me in. I have an out-going, friendly personality and I aim to please.

◄My name is Blue and I am a purebred pale-blue Pit Bull. I am absolutely gorgeous. I weigh 65 pounds and I am very strong. I will need a home with a strong

person who can handle me. I am a love and am super friendly. I

was found running loose in Duplin County, was picked up as a stray

and then ran out of time at the shelter. I am neutered, heart-

worm negative and have all my vaccinations. Since I am so pow-erful, the rescue group would like

me to be an only pet. They do not know my history and can't be sure if I was raised with other pets or not. A home visit

will be required and the adopter must have previous experi-ence with my breed. Local adopters only (Wilmington, NC

area). You can come see me at Petco on weekends.

◄My name is Belle and I am a vision-

impaired Black Lab/Pit mix who is

homeless. I’ve had a rough life so far, having lived my life in a junk yard, but

you can help change that. I can’t see very well so I

can't find my family. Please share your eyes with me and help me. I cannot

see out of one eye and I only see shadows out of my other. I am a gentle, funny, easy dog who gets along with cats

and dogs. I do need a patient, stable, quiet family because of my rough start. I need someone who doesn’t have a lot

of company in and out. I like to carry tennis balls and hoard toys! I am house-trained, fixed, vaccinated and

heartworm negative.

Hello there, my name is Pepper!

I have a sad story to tell you, but I’m sure one day the ending will be a happy one! You see, I was found aban-doned in a ditch in Hampstead. When I got to

the vet’s office, they discovered that I am also

blind. But wait! Just like they say, there is a silver lining to every cloud. Mine is that I can still see

shadows and I can walk around just fine. I tilt my head in order to see better and sense what’s around me. I am a very sweet boy who absolutely loves all people. I do well with other dogs, too (girls especially), as long as we are introduced slowly. In fact, I would probably benefit from another dog in the home to act as my ’seeing eye dog’. I

am young, between 12 and 18-months-old, and I weigh 40 pounds. Contact Pender Humane Society if you are inter-

ested in adopting me! Their number is 910-259-7022.

I am sponsored by Mr. Peanut and Ginger Snap.


429 Greenswamp Road Supply, NC 28462 http://animalservices.brunsco.net

Please call 910-754-8204 to adopt us! OPEN SATURDAYS!

Brunswick County Sheriff’s Animal Protective Services

Please check our Facebook page for Adoption Fair events for April 2015.

Our FB page is: Brunswick Sheriff's Animal Adoption Page.

◄Howdy! My name is Kramer (A077604) and boy, oh boy, do I have some good news for you! I am available for adop-tion! This is cause to celebrate as I am a sweet puppy, just 6-months-old, and I’m smart as a whip if I do say so myself! If you’re in need of some puppy love, hurry on over today!

◄Hello, friends! I’m Jasmine (A077435) and I am a 70 pound Golden Retriever mix, just 3-years-old. If you are looking for a smart young lady with high ambitions and eagerness to please, then look no further! Every-one knows what great companions Golden Retrievers are, so I can’t quite figure out why I’m here. Come on over and let’s see if we’re a match!

◄Looking for a lover boy to fill your days and nights with purrs and cuddles? Well, come meet me! Hi guys! I am the handsome and friendly Johnny (A073564). My fur is a silky grey - not short and not long - just a nice medium length perfect for stroking. I would love to see your face at my door today. Come on over, please!

◄Hi, everyone! My name is Sam (A077339) and I am looking for a warm window sill to lay in and a friendly pat on the head from time to time. Can you do those things for me? If so, let’s have a get-together at the shelter real soon! I’m a 2-year-old orange Tabby boy who is already neu-tered. Let’s go!

►Hello there! I’m Princess Gloria (A077488) and if

you're looking for a silly young woman to keep your days youthful, look no

further! I’m a 2-year-old Calico beauty with stun-ning green eyes

that go so well with my multi-colored

coat! I hope you’ll hop in the car and come meet me. You won’t regret it!

►Hey! My name is Karma (A077216)

and I am a 45 pound German Shepherd mix.

I’m just 2-years-old and fully grown, so if

you’re looking for a ‘petite’ girl with the

look of a German Shepherd, I fit the bill!

As you can see, I come instilled with a lot of good qualities

but my best quality is my ability to impress everyone I meet with my attentiveness and

beauty. Come see me!

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My name is Ernie and I’m a genuine and

sweet guy with a gentle, kind and lov-

ing spirit. I am the kind of guy who appreci-ates a good pat on the

head. I’ll also lay my head so sweetly in your lap. I am a Labrador Retriever mix and I weigh in

at approximately 70 pounds. Do yourself a big favor and come meet me! If you’d like to adopt me, give Adopt-An-ANGEL

a call at 910-392-0557.

Sponsored in loving memory of Roxy.

Dachshund lovers, rejoice! I am right

here waiting for you. My name is Hershey and I’m a little sweet-heart, just 7-years-

old. I once was part of a loving family, but my human mom is in

the hospital and is hoping a very kind

and wonderful person will give me a new

home. I’m a little girl who is spayed and

vaccinated. I'm great on a leash and I love to go for walks. I’m very friendly to other

dogs and I even lived with a kitten named Luna. That’s her pictured on this page. (We can be adopted together or

separately.) All I want is to be held and loved. That’s not so much to ask, now is it? So when are you coming to

meet me? Please call Pender Humane Society at 910-259-7022 and let’s see if we’re a match.

I am sponsored by Top Toad in the Cotton Exchange

in Downtown Wilmington, NC. Thank you!

Adorable Kitten Alert! My name is Luna and I’m a

petite, 6-month-old Tortoise-shell girl who is - quite sim-ply - a lover. I adore people so very much. My purring motor gets started as soon

as you walk through the door. I was purring when this photo was taken! I

once lived in a loving home, but my human mom is now in the hospital. It’s her most

fervent wish that I find a wonderful person or family

to give me the forever home I deserve. I get along well

with dogs, too! In fact, I lived with Hershey, the Dachshund who is pictured on this page. (We can be adopted together

or separately, we’ll be happy either way.) I’m already spayed, vaccinated and litterbox-trained. All I need is a lap to cuddle in, arms to hold me and folks who will cherish me forever. Can we get started soon? Call Pender Humane

Society at 910-259-7022 today!

Sponsored in memory of Milo, the big black dog who stole our hearts! Mommy and Daddy miss you every day!


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

Please call 910-792-9014 to adopt us! We’re at Petsmart 7 days a week.

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VOLUNTEERS and FOSTER HOMES NEEDED!!!

Call 910-792-9014 for more information.

◄I'm Bert, a 7-month-old boy. Ernie, my brother, is pictured

below. We're best buds. Of

the two, I'm the more

playful one, but I'm also

sweet and loving. I'm a bit protective of Ernie because he's still a little shy. Please adopt us together! It would make me so sad to leave my brother behind. Will you

make a little space in your home for the two of us?

◄Black and white and cute and sweet. They call me Oreo. I'm a 1-year-old tuxedo female. I am a very sweet and friendly girl with excellent grooming habits. My fur is soft like a bunny. I get along well with others, too. I've been spayed and vaccinated, so I'm ready to go. If you're interested, please stop by Petsmart in Wilmington soon and take me home with you before someone else falls in love with me!

◄Hi, my name is Ernie! I'm a

7-month-old boy. My brother,

pictured above, is Bert. He's

basically my best friend and protects me just like a big

brother, so it's really important to

me that you adopt us together. I'm still really shy, but I was starting to come out of my shell in my foster home. I'm a very calm lap kitty, and I love taking naps! If you can be patient with me, you'll quickly see how very sweet I am. Hope you're ready to let two sweet boys into your life!

◄Hi, I'm Maggie! I'm a really playful girl with character. I'm not too

much of a snuggler, but I'm sure to keep you

entertained. I've lived with cats and dogs and have been around chil-

dren, too, but I'd do best in a home with children

ages 10 and older and no other pets. The volunteers here tell me

that it's about time that I get my forever home where I can receive all the love and attention I deserve! Let’s go!

►Hey there, I'm Silver! I'm a gray Tabby girl, about 1 to

2-years-old. I'm kind of

shy, but with lots of love, I can become

the wonderful cat the

people here know that I am. I also love playing and appreciate being petted, but I would

probably do best in a more mellow environment where I can warm up to you and your family at a pace that feels comfortable to me. If you want to see just how pretty

and lovely I am, visit me at the adoption center!

◄Hi, my name is Maddie! I'm a

3½-year-old white and brown Tabby. I'm extremely sweet and would love snuggling

with you on the couch. I also love playing and lying in the sunshine.

I'm a bit shy at first, but I'll warm up to you in no time! I'm a little sensi-tive to certain foods, so

I'll need you to pay a little extra attention to my diet. Just ask the friendly people here and they'll be glad to help. Also, being stuck in this

cage day after day is turning me into one sad kitty. I hope you're the one who will give me a home soon full of love,

warmth, and happy times!


My name is Banjo, and I am a proud graduate of the Pawsitive Partners Prison Program. That means I

am more than just a handsome, 1-year-old

male Plott Hound - I am also well-behaved and know all my basic com-mands, and I have a di-ploma to prove it! My in-mate trainers and the vol-unteers at Monty’s Home have all pitched in to get me ready for my forever

home. Want a top dog who graduated with top honors? Then I am the dog for you! For more information on adoption, please contact Monty’s Home online at

www.montyshome.org, email [email protected], or call at 910-297-1338. You can also “like” Monty’s Home on

Facebook at www.facebook.com/montyshome.

Special thanks to Connie at DogSpeak for helping me find my forever home!

Hello there! My name is Tripod Jack. I’ve not had an easy 5-years of life, but you would never know it by

my sweet disposition! I was living as an indoor/outdoor kitty when I was

attacked by a coyote! Un-fortunately, the doctors

were not able to save my back leg which had been

mangled in the attack. Also, while at the doctor’s office, it was discovered that I’m FIV positive. But all this is no problem for

me! I get along just great on three legs and I can live a long, normal life with FIV, just like any other kitty who is treated well in a loving home. I’m

just a big ol' love bucket who loves to play and get head rubs - so please come out and meet me! For driving direc-tions or more information about adopting an FIV cat, please

call SOAR at 910-457-6340.

I am sponsored by SOAR in loving memory of all their wonderful, furry friends who made it

safely to the Rainbow Bridge.


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

Please call 910-253-1375 to adopt us!

Cat Tails

◄Sid Vicious was so outra-geous, but I am the exact opposite, I’m quiet com-

posed, some say timid. But look out; be-cause once I get to know you there is no stopping

me! I am a bit of a prima donna and

like to be the only cat. I am

a youngster at just 5-month-old and even if you can’t see in a black and white picture, I am a ravishing shade of orange.

◄You would think with a name like Garnett that I would be an orange kitty, but nope, you’d be wrong. I am a lovely tuxedo female. I used to hang around with my sister Gussie, but she got too possessive of me, so I moved away. Now I am flourishing and everyone sees how friendly I really am. I am just 1-year-old so there is a lot of time for us to be together.

►Don’t confuse me with a chicken ‘cause all we have

in common is a name, Perdue. Chickens have feathers and I

have fur, chickens have beaks and

I have a cute mouth, and chick-ens don’t like to

snuggle as much as I do! I am a

9-month-old, white skinny kitty, who is

very playful and loves people but I’m not crazy about other cats. So leave

the other cats and chickens elsewhere.

◄Watson, come quickly I need you. That’s what Bell said but in reality, you need me. I

am a 6-year-old male who is black and

white, tall and thin, very

active and playful. I’ve been waiting

around quite awhile to find a home. I keep waiting for the phone to ring. Won’t you be the one to phone me home?

►Elvis has left the building, but I

really haven’t. I’m sitting here shak-ing, rattling and

rolling, singing my heart out! I’m a younger Elvis, before the fat days, a cute

self-reliant Tabby, once again before my over indulgent stage. I love at-tention, but like

Elvis, only when I want it. So at 30-months-old we have quite a bit of time to spend together.

►It’s spring-time so you should be

thinking of me, Buttercup.

We come out in the spring

and if you hold one of us un-der your chin

the orange will reflect onto you. Okay,

maybe since I’m a cat that won’t work, but you could try. I am a 6-year-old, female Tabby with white patches. Living with these other cats

stresses me out and so I occasionally pluck some fur out, but don’t worry it grows back. And if I get out of this

place, I promise I’ll stop.

URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running

Out! There’s something not

right with the world when a well-behaved girl like me

finds herself running out of time! I mean, just check

me out. This is what I look like when you ask me to

‘sit’ for a treat. That’s why my tongue is out - I really

wanted to taste it! My name is Misty (A010012)

and I’m a 2-year-old, blue and white Terrier girl who is al-ready spayed. I used to live in a home so I am also house-

trained! I am friendly to children and other dogs and I’m great on a leash. The shelter workers say I am also a

quiet, sweet girl. Won’t you come to the shelter and meet me? Bring some treats so you can see what a great lis-

tener I am. I will take them so gently from your fingers, too! But you must hurry - dogs arrive at the shelter every day 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].

I am sponsored in honor of Kathleen M. Langone.


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

New Hanover Humane Society Please call 910-763-6692 to adopt us! Open 10am-2pm Mon-Sat

◄My beauty will take your breath away! You’ll see what I mean when you come visit. My name is Sampson and I’m a 5-year-old Samoyed who is house-trained and friendly to children. I’ve never lived with a dog or cat. I’m used to sleeping inside with my family and playing in the fenced-in yard. I know basic commands, too. Let’s get together in the play yard real soon!

Please call about our low cost spay/neuter program.

910-763-6692

►Hello! My name is Penny and I'd love to have the chance to

meet you. I’m a 3-year-old, 76 pound, Rottie

mix girl who is already spayed, vaccinated and on heartworm preven-tion. I’m still getting

used to shelter life, but one thing they’ve no-ticed is I sure do love

stuffed squeaky toys! I don’t tear them up - no,

no - I’m very careful with them and treat

them gently. I would do well in a home with adults-only or teenag-ers (I’m a little big for small kids) and I have a special fond-ness for women. I like to keep my kennel clean, I do not dig and I play nicely inside a fenced-in yard. Bobby, pictured on this page, has become my best friend - we play together a

lot. I’ll be glad to take some time out to meet you, however!

►I’m ready to settle right in because I’m so well-

trained! My name is Bobby and I’m a 5-year-

old Walker Hound mix boy who is house-trained,

friendly to children, friendly to cats, friendly to

dogs and I’ll even sit for treats! I play nicely in a fence and, if you adopt

me, I have two beds, some heartworm preven-

tion pills and some flea prevention stuff that

comes with me. Nice!

◄Yes, this is what a talking cat looks like. My name is Lily and I was so happy to see folks at my cage door that I couldn’t stop giving sweet little mews. I’m a 2-year-old, spayed girl with beautiful gray fur. I am such a good girl - I like other cats, I like children and I even get along with friendly dogs! As for my health, I’m spayed, litterbox-trained and up to date on shots. Visit me and let’s fall in love, okay?

►Hello! My name is Candy

and I’m a 5-year-old, spayed girl who is ready to

find a loving home with

wonderful folks. You see, my

owners moved away and

brought me and my brother, Panther, to the shelter. He’s also pictured on this page. I’m used to being inside-only and lived with a 12-year-old child. I sure would like to show you what a terrific new family member I would be. Visit me today!

►I’m a sleek, handsome,

black-haired boy so it’s no wonder

my name is Panther! I

arrived at the shelter with my sister, Candy,

also pictured on this page. Our owners had to

move away and couldn’t take us with them. I’m used to living indoors-only and I get along well with other cats and older kids. I purr and purr while being petted. Won’t you come visit me?

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◄Would you be interested in adopting an inside-only cat who is spayed, vacci-nated and has lived with other cats? My name is Frannie (A319197) and I’m 6-years-old and ready to move in with you today. My owner surrendered me because they could no longer afford a pet. I’m a sweet and loving girl and I really enjoy being held. Please consider opening your heart and home to me. I really need you.

►My name is Charlie (A318990) and I’m a Chesa-

peake Bay Retriever mix with a huge list of fabulous qualities.

I’m good on a leash, I’m a great listener, I will sit and lay down on command, I’m kennel-trained, I’m already neutered and vaccinated, and I’ve got a wonderful disposition and gen-tle nature. When I came to the

shelter, I had an infection in one of my toes. The wonderful

staff took care of me for the past several weeks, even giv-ing me foot baths and massages. I’m all healed up now

and ready to find a forever family. I’m a happy fellow who is good with other dogs and cats, I love playing in water, I

enjoy showing off in agility courses and I’m quite the enter-tainer. I’m also what some folks call a ‘leaner dog’ meaning

I will sit next to you and lean in for love. Call the shelter and tell them you’re the one for me.

► My name is Golden (A319864) and I’m a 1-year-old

orange Tabby. I’m a playful, spunky and handsome guy.

My family had to surrender me because they could no longer afford to care for a pet. They brought me here to the shelter with the hope that I’ll be able to

find a forever home. I love playing with toys and having

fun, I’m goofy and very entertaining, and I’m a social

butterfly who loves to be rubbed. I’ve only lived as an inside cat and I’m familiar with dogs. If that all sounds

good to you, I hope you will come adopt me!

►My name is Kori (A319596)

and I’m the mother of

Bowie (pictured on the left). I

had a home but was left to fend

for myself when everyone moved away. I’m a beautiful Calico who’s

3-years of age and I’ve been spayed and vaccinated. Unfortunately, I’m having a much harder time than most abandonded pets.

I’m so upset by it that I pulled some of the hair off of my tail (insert sad face emoticon here). When I do feel safe, I’m a purry girl and expert biscuit maker. I’m also one of those

kitties who will lift up to meet your hand to be petted. Please save me and help heal my broken heart.

►Please don’t overlook me because I

have black fur. That

would be very shallow and unfortunate

because you will be miss-

ing out on one amazing com-

panion. My name is

Edgar (A319722) and I love to be petted. I’m laid-back and cuddly, I’m a pro at making biscuits, and I’m a handsome love bug. I’m a purr machine and the kind of kitty who will

seek you out to show you love. At only 2-years of age, we’ll have lots of time to love on each other.

◄Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes. My name is Bowie (A319599) and I’ve had some pretty big changes in my life. To sum it up, I was abandoned and it sucked but I haven’t let it stop me from being the uber friendly and playful guy I was meant to be. I love to be rubbed and will lift my head up to nuzzle into your hand. I’m a 1-year-old boy who’s a very nice guy. If you can provide me with love and lots of kitty toys, let’s make this adoption happen.

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deductible. We consist of individuals who are highly motivated animal advocates who maintain a program of low cost spay and

neuter certificates for qualified Onslow residents who adopt from any shelter. Provide insight and information regarding affordable spay/neuter clinics for domestic animals and feral cats. Offering

continued emphasis on education and public awareness of current legislation regarding animal welfare issues. A commitment to

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My name is Molly Girl. Do you see the sadness in my eyes...it’s because I just don't understand why I do not have a home any-

more. Situations change, I guess, and my family preferred a new puppy along with a new baby over having me in their lives. I am a

beautiful girl of 7-years and 25 pounds who is calm, house-trained, leash and crate-trained, fully vetted and a top of the class graduate of Petsmart Training Center. I get along with other dogs and all I want is to be your devoted loving companion. If you love Cockers, you will certainly love me! Call my foster mom, Laura,

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My name is Snuggles and I'm looking for my forever home! My previous owner abandoned me when I was injured and I had no food or shelter. Thankfully my foster mom was able to work with OCPAW

to get medical care for my sprained leg that is all better now! I'm neutered, tested negative for any feline diseases, and up to date on all my shots. Despite all I've been through, I'm such a sweetie! The veterinarian who treated me couldn't stop bragging about how, even

though I was hurt, I never tried to scratch her or got upset. I was even calm during all my shots and tests! I just kept purring! I'm very affec-

tionate, and at close to 2-years of age, I like my naps! Don't let my sleeping fool you though, I still love to play and I even like riding in the

car! To give me my forever home, contact Kyla at 662-372-1427.

Sato is a Puerto Rican slang term referring to a mixed breed dog. Due to a combination of economic, social, and cultural factors, Puerto Rico has a terrible problem of animal overpopulation, abandonment, abuse, and neglect, meaning that abandoned satos can be found everywhere, struggling to survive on the streets, beaches, and commercial centers. Because of satos' out-of-control numbers and people's view of them as

a public menace and are sometimes the victims of abuse such as burning and drowning. Myra adopted Jennifer, a certified & licensed therapy counselor who was living in Puerto Rico for the past year, but

will be coming back home to New Jersey in a few weeks with her adopted Sato Angel. She is doing all she can to help this other dog Mya who has been abandoned and will have no hope if not adopted. Can you help us help get her find a forever home here where she will be loved and safe from harm? Myra is a sweet 7-month-old, 45 pound female Red Dobie Mix who is regal, friendly, happy, and has shown no aggressions. She is spayed, crate-trained, leash-trained, house-trained and on flea and heartworm preventative. She is highly intelligent and

learns commands quickly. She loves to run in big open spaces and gets along well with other dogs. She is thriving with lots of love and companionship and will make a super companion.

Call OCPAW at 484-883-3552, visit www.oc-paw.com or email [email protected].

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Hey there! My name is Haley and I’d like to tell you a little bit about my-self. Brunswick

County Sheriff’s De-partment came and rescued a bunch of dogs from a hoard-ing situation and I

was one of them. I then came to Paw’s Place with several

other dogs. The vet places my age at about 5-years-old.

Since my arrival I’ve had my teeth

cleaned and I’ve been microchipped and spayed. I’m a small Shepherd mix

girl who loves people and other dogs. It is so wonderful to romp and run around after being in a crate most of the time. I

have beautiful coloring and a very soft coat. I know a loving family is out there looking for me – they just need to

come to Paw’s Place to find me! The shelter is open every day from 9am until Noon. You can also call 910-

845-7297 for driving directions or more info on me.

I am sponsored in loving memory of Grace Harrington.

Three Orange Tabbies and One Calico Need

Loving Homes!

We are Dog Lovers, Cat Lovers, Kid Lovers…

there’s practically nothing we won’t cuddle with! We are Tang, Naval and Sunkist,

9-month-old kitten boys who are laid-back and affection-ate. Confetti is our sweet Calico friend. Our foster mom has had us spayed/

neutered and vaccinated. If a friendly, purry, family lap cat is what you’re looking for, call our foster mom Jackie at 910-389-3540.

She’ll be happy to tell you even more about us!

I know you have not seen anything cuter than me - my foster

mommy tells me so all the time! I am Poppy and I am 10-years-old. I had a really rough life

before the rescue found me. I was skin and bones and had to get some teeth pulled - but I am so happy now. I like to talk (I don't call it barking - I converse if

you will listen!), eat treats, sleep in the sun,

and run around the house. Recently, I developed a cough

and did not feel well. My foster mom found out I had congestive heart failure. I

was put on medication and have never felt or sounded better. I have a new ‘leash on life’ and I will enjoy every

moment because I’m moving and shaking better than ever. Okay, so maybe it wasn't the greatest news but I

won't let that get me down - and it shouldn't stop you from meeting me! To adopt me, call Carolinas Russell Rescue at 910-821-3504 and leave a message or you can send an

email to [email protected].

I am sponsored in loving memory of Oscar and Madison Pour, two very special,

life changing Jack Russell Terriers.

My name is Bella and I am a wonderful cat. I am calm, low-key,

and will be a little shy until I gain confidence

in my new home. I am playful but don't

demand to play. I like to be petted and to cuddle, but I won’t

demand your atten-tion. I like to spend much of my day in a

comfortable spot look-ing out of the window,

especially on nice days when there are birds and lizards and bugs to watch. For a while, there was an-other cat in my foster

home. He thought that we should play and roughhouse together. I was really happy when he found his forever

family. Even though I would rather be an only cat, I do OK with well-behaved dogs. It took me about 2-weeks to get comfortable being around the two big dogs who live in my

foster home. Now I am pretty sure that I’m the boss of them. If you’d like to know more about me, give Adopt-An-

ANGEL a call at 910-392-0557.

I am sponsored in honor of all the wonderful foster mommies and daddies who care

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Everyone was so surprised to see an adorable dog like me wander-ing the street all alone. They tell me I’m a Cocker Spaniel and Poo-dle mix - quite a beautiful combo! Pender Humane Society now has

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▲Everyone loves puppies, right? We are Oreo and Romeo, two adorable boys waiting for puppy-loving

adopters. We’re not sure what we’re mixes of, but we’re darned cute! We are microchipped, neutered, vaccinated

and ready to go! You can come visit us any day from 9am to Noon. Just ask for the cute black and white pups!

▲These kisses could be for you! I’m Valentine and another Valentine’s Day has come and gone and I still don’t have my own family. I’m a 4-year-old Hound who loves frolicking around with other dogs, but I really love people. I have soooo much love to give, if I would just be given a chance. You can visit me any time at the

kennel between 9am and Noon, every day!

◄My name is Anna and we think I’m a Feist mix. In case you are not sure what that is, it’s a similar breed to a Jack Russell or a Rat Terrier. I was found on the streets with my sister. I’m less than a year old and

weigh about 25 pounds. I probably won’t get much

bigger. I love it when I get lots of attention. My sister

has found her forever home and now I’m hoping

that I won’t have to wait too much longer for my forever

family. Please come visit to find out more about me!

◄My name is Dudley and I came to Paw’s

Place in a round-about sort of way. A family rescued me from a county shelter and

brought me home to be part of their family. But

the other 4-legged animals in the house

wanted no part of me. I was very sad because I thought I now had regular play-mates. I am about 4-years-old, less than 25 pounds and still quite playful. I do get along with other pets, but the

people at Paw’s Place recommends that we should meet first. So what do you say – should we set up a play date?

◄Hello Dolly! That’s what everyone says when they meet me. I’m back at

Paw’s Place through no fault of my own. You see, my family went through a divorce and now I need a

new family. I’m about 5-years-young. I love

people, other dogs and I adore kids – I was even dressed in a tutu for a

birthday party once. So if you think I am the right match for your family,

come on out to meet me and sing the words to the song, “Well, Hello Dolly!”

◄Hi, folks! I’m Lady, a 1-year-old Beagle mix. My owner went off to school and real-

ized that she didn’t have time for me, so here I am at Paw’s

Place. I’m smallish, about 30 pounds, and I can be a cuddler as well as having lots of energy. I get along with most dogs, but I’m not too thrilled

with cats. Of course, if you have another

dog and you think you might want to adopt me, it would be a good idea for us to meet first. So come on out and

ask for the little Lady. See you soon!

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Please call 910-259-1484 or email [email protected] to adopt us!

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◄It felt so good to be out of my

cage for my photo! I laid my

head on this human’s shoul-der and hoped

the moment would never

end. My name is Elizabeth

(A015740) and I’m a 5-year-old

spayed girl who was found as a stray. Now, I’m begging you from my cage to please take me home so I can cud-

dle with you! I’m a purry girl who will make you so happy!

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◄Here I am sitting on command, waiting for a treat, and my tongue is out in anticipation! Hi, my name is Miss Blue (A015684). I’m a blue and white Terrier girl who has impressed everyone here with my quiet and sweet person-ality. I’m just 2-years of age and I’m already spayed. I was found as a stray, and I’m more than ready to be a fam-ily’s new best friend!

►Now how did a friendly, sweet boy

like me end up in this predicament? My name

is Morris (A015626) and I’m a 2-year-old,

orange and white Tabby who is quite handsome!

Like my namesake, I should be on TV or at least in a cozy home, not in a cage! I was

found as a stray but I like to be held and I’ll

even talk to you when you pass by. Adopt me!

◄I’m Handsome Sam (A015666) and I live up to my name! I’m a big, gorgeous boy with long, luxurious black fur. A gorgeous fellow like me should be lighting up someone’s home. In-stead, I’m hidden in a cage! I’m a fantastic cat who loves to be held and I’m as friendly as they come. Hurry over to adopt me, I’m great!

►I’m so perplexed at being here! My name is

Honey (A015767) and I’m a 1-year old girl who was found as a stray. I

have pretty red and white fur (just look at my unique markings!) and I give the sweetest, most

gentle kisses. I have only been here for a few days and I hope my new

family will come to me soon! I have so much love to give someone.

Visit me today, please?

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► I’m a declawed and neutered boy

who is just looking for someone to love me! You see, I was once part of a family but they moved away

and couldn’t take me with them. My name is Tyler (A015692) and I was so happy to be held while my photo was taken. I

purred the entire time and made biscuits on this person’s shoul-

der. I shouldn’t be in a cage - I’ll be a loyal,

loving member of a household! (I’ll need to be indoors-only since I’m declawed.) I’m just 3-years-old

and hope to make many happy memories with you!

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longer and I needed to have a dental and get all my vac-

cines. Carolina Russell Rescue got me all healthy

and up to date and I can't be happier! I am 10-years

young and a zippy, spirited and joy-filled boy! I love to run and if it squeaks, it is

MINE! I love my Kong, my chewies, treats - did I say

treats? Can you take me for long walks and snuggle? I love to snuggle! I do tricks to get my food, and I know

how to sit. I am a true Jack, so don't fault me for my en-

ergy, but I am just a lover of life! Are you ready to meet me? I would do best in a home with just a female, as I

may not have had the best experience with men. I can't wait to find my forever home! If you would like to know

more about me or how we can become best friends, please call Carolinas Russell Rescue at 910-821-3504

and leave a message or you can send an email to [email protected].

I am sponsored by Pine Valley Animal Hospital.

Thank you!

When my own-ers in Hamp-stead moved

away, I was left behind! Luckily, one of the volun-teers at Pender Humane Society saw my situation and fed me for several weeks until there was room for me at

the shelter. (She would have

loved to keep me, but her house was

already full.) They call me

Sweet Charlie because I have

the most laid-back and friendly personality that anyone could hope for in a kitty. It’s quite obvious that I’m used to

being taken care of and would be quite comfortable being a member of the family again. How anyone could leave me behind is a mystery! I am a boy, about 4-years-old, neu-

tered, vaccinated and litterbox-trained. I get along with the other cats at the shelter and I enjoy snuggling in cozy cat

beds and being petted. To find out if you and I are a match, call Pender Humane Society at 910-259-7022.

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◄Pet me, pet me! My name is Jasmine and I’m a true sweetheart. I prefer to sit in your lap or be held while you do your work. You don’t mind, right? I just love getting attention from humans. My purr does not stop! When I was a stray kitten, I walked up to a lady and began rubbing against her leg. Turned out she was a volunteer at the shelter! I’m now 9-months-old and cannot understand why I haven’t been snatched up.

◄My name is Levi and I’m a very loving boy, just 1-year-old. I weigh in at

a perfectly sized 45 pounds - not too big and not too small - and they tell me I’m a Shepherd/

Lab mix. I just know that I will make you happy because I’m friendly,

calm and I listen to com-mands, such as ‘sit’. I

play well with other dogs and enjoy taking walks in the sunshine with volun-teers. Please come to

the shelter and meet me today. We can get to know one another and fall in love!

►Talk about close calls! I was rescued on the very day I was

about to be euthanized at an Animal Control in another county. That

was a very lucky day for me, and now I’m hoping

for another fortunate day, the day when I meet my new family! I’m Cinnamon and

I’m a very sweet and friendly girl. I’d be great

in a home with kids ages 10 and older

(since I’m playful like a puppy) and I’m happy to be with other medium to large dogs. I’m just 1-year-old and ready to start my new life!

►Looking for a sweet

cuddle partner?

Ask for me, Ruby! I’m a 2-year-old spayed girl who is up to

date on shots and litterbox-trained. I just adore people, even though I was abandoned by my owner. A great neighbor kept me fed and warm until I could come to the shelter. I love

to be petted and enjoy meeting new people. I also interact happily with the other cats here. Won’t you be my next visitor?

◄They call me Champ! I’m ready to enjoy Spring with my new best friend. Are you? I’m a 1½-year-

old Shepherd mix who never meets a stranger. I am very friendly and I love to run and play. A

fenced yard would be great! I’m a big boy,

about 70 pounds, and I’m already neutered

and vaccinated. I know how to sit and stay on command and I learn very

quickly. I’ll be such a wonderful companion for any lucky person or family. Come to the shelter and meet me!

◄I’m a darling Calico kitten girl and my name is Sunshine! I’m a precious beauty who loves to play and be held. In my foster home, I adored my foster dad and would jump in the recliner with him for some lap time. Do you have a cozy spot in your house where we can cuddle? I’m healthy, friendly, purry and ready for home life again!


Feature Story

PawPrints Magazine’s 13th Annual Cover Model Search

The Judges’ Decisions Are In: Winning Cover Dog and Runners-Up

Winning Cover Dog “George”

Submitted by: Ranald & Mindy Totten George’s View: I was languishing in a Pender County shelter, all pent up energy and eagerness, when I saw an official looking woman with an experienced eye for saving pups like me. I knew immediately to be on my cutest behavior, which is not difficult for me because I am blessed with a face that melts hearts. She picked me to be one of two students in the Pawsitive Partners Prison Program at New Hanover County Correctional Facility. But first something awful happened: I tested positive for heartworms! I thought I was a goner, but that nice woman arranged for treatment. The shots were okay, but I wasn’t allowed to run around because dogs can die if they exercise too much after heartworm treatment. That was a serious bummer because I’m a hunter, and after food, running and sniffing are my favorite things. I’m a survivor, though. I made it through, and off to prison I went. Even though I was in a crate a lot, the program was great because my trainer worked with me for hours at a time. He taught me to sit, stay, come, and even to roll over in both directions, to fetch my leash, and to only eat a treat off my paw when he said so. Shortly after beginning the prison program, I went to an adoption fair, and became the fastest adopted dog in the program – ever! I was deliv-ered to my new family on Halloween Day, 2013, and I’ve been in heaven ever since. Dad’s View: About six months before George arrived, we had lost our best friend, a Rhodesian Ridgeback called Kizzy. Though George is a Redbone Coonhound, he reminded us a lot of her. When we calculated the timing of Kizzy’s passing and George’s ordeal, we started referring to Kizzy as ‘She Who Sent You’.

I love to play tennis but couldn’t immediately after Kizzy died because of a shoulder injury. Miraculously, the pain subsided enough to play again right after George arrived (never to underestimate the power of mind, body, and spirit, and an awesome dog). Mom’s View: We call him George, but his full name is Chicken George Sherlock Dixon Boo Totten. When we went to the adoption fair, our eyes met, and I immediately knew -- George had found us. Second chances come along so infrequently, and George’s second chance had tremendous impact on so many: his prison trainer with whom we still stay in touch; us, his adoring parents whose lives have been so enriched by his sweet face, silky fur, and gentle and playful manner; and most important, George himself, who now has a loving home after a rough early life. Why should George be on the cover of PawPrints? Not only is he smart, athletic, and a total clown, all in one, he is also a wise old soul, which you can see from his photo here. Anyone who looks into those eyes will know that everything is going to be just fine.

1st Runner-Up

“Princess Daisy” Submitted by: Daniel Tilgner

I am writing to submit my sweet bearded girl Princess Daisy. When my wife and I started dating she already had a dog named Yoshi who was just amazing. We often talked about getting a second dog, but decided that we would wait until we bought a house and had more room than our small one-bedroom apartment. Well, a few years later we got engaged and moved

into a new home but we didn’t decide to get another dog right away. After a few months, my wife came home from work one day and told me that they had gotten a rescue dog in at work (she works in a vet hospital) and that she “is just so cute and sweet!” She just kept repeating that phrase over and over through the course of our conversation, regardless of what I asked her. “Do you want to adopt this dog?” I would ask. “She’s just so cute and sweet!” was her reply, which is really no answer at all. Eventu-ally I just said that I would stop by work the next day and meet this cute and sweet dog that she wouldn’t stop talking about. So I went in and she brought out Daisy for me to meet and, just like she said, she was just so incredibly cute and sweet. She was very timid about meeting me though. You see, Daisy was about a year old and had spent the first year of her life locked up outside in a small pen with many other dogs and fed basically nothing but table scraps. We decided right then we would adopt her and brought her home that very same day to meet her new brother. They got along great, although they didn’t play much together because Daisy didn’t know how to be a dog. She was frightened by everything (not least of all the small squeaky toys Yoshi was playing with). Luckily though, Yoshi was able to teach her everything he knew about playing and using the bathroom outside. She took after him so much that she now lifts her leg to pee like a boy dog because she saw him do it. Daisy was the flower girl at our wedding a few months after we got her and we’ve been an extremely happy family ever since. When we lost Yoshi last June, Daisy was sad and lethargic and lost her appetite for a while. Eventually we decided to look for another dog for our family and after several weeks of looking for the right one we found a new brother for her. Tyrannosaurus joined our fam-ily, her new little brother. They instantly took to one another, and just like Yoshi did with Daisy, Daisy taught Ty (for short) everything she knew. They play and wrestle all the time, and love each other. Daisy has brought so much joy to our lives and we couldn’t be happier.


Feature Story

Please check out the May issue for the Cat Cover Model Winner and Runners-Up !

2nd Runner-Up “Ellie”

Submitted by: Jenny Moore

This is Ellie, a Corgi/Shepherd mix who was found abandoned on an isolated, dirt road. A good friend picked her up on a hot August after-noon in 2011. Ellie was very pregnant (belly dragging the ground) and 3 days after she was found she had 9 puppies in an empty stall at the barn. Over the course of the next 8-weeks my friends found homes for all the puppies and Ellie then came to live with me. When we took Ellie to be spayed the vet esti-mated her age at 5-years and said this had been at least her second but possibly her third litter. Despite having such a rocky start in life; Ellie is one of the sweetest dogs you will ever meet. She gets along with dogs, cats, horses, cockatiels and even a raccoon that was being rehabbed on the farm. She does well with all types of people, too. She is one of those dogs who could fit into just about any type of family. She is a laid-back girl who loves to ride in the car and snuggle on the couch. I am entering Ellie in the cover model contest because I believe she is an excellent example of how wonderful rescue dogs can be. I think peo-ple sometimes view rescue animals as damaged or in some way lacking. They may be afraid to adopt an adult dog because of the perceived baggage that comes along with them. Everyone who meets Ellie sees that this is far from the truth. She came from a tough background and fit into my life effortlessly. There is NOTHING wrong with this little dog. She has been a dream to train and has no vices. Wherever I take her people always comment on her cute looks and joyful personality. The irresponsible person who abandoned her thought of Ellie as a disposable problem but to me she is a once in a lifetime dog. A lot of people have said they would like to find a dog like her. I always tell them to check out their local shelters/rescues and publications like PawPrints because there are so many more won-derful, one of a kind pets out there in need of a good home.

3rd Runner-Up

“Grady” Submitted by: Lin Edelen

Ahoy Mate! This is Grady, rescued (without a day to spare) through Friends of Lincoln County Rescue when his owner's home was foreclosed and he wasn't welcome in her temporary housing. Rehoming him proved impossible because Grady had been isolated in a crate for much of his 5-years and totally lacked socialization. No one wants to adopt a potentially aggressive dog, and Grady snarled at everybody and everything. Having just retired and recovering from can-cer, I wasn't really looking for a dog...but I heard his story, thought Grady deserved a chance, and drove the 200 miles to Charlotte to get him. With a trainer and over many months, we learned communication and trust; and through lots of walks and outings, I introduced him to the world outside his crate. Once lunging in fear of pine cones and falling leaves, gradually Grady learned how to be a dog. He now eagerly sniffs the ground during walks, happily trots alongside as I ride my bike, and enjoys the breeze out the opened car window. Wherever we are, Grady attracts attention and I inevitably hear "that dog oughta be in pictures." I'm frequently asked about his "pedigree" and though Grady easily passes as Portuguese Water Dog, he's likely English Water Spaniel and American Cocker Spaniel mix. He's very protec-tive while with me, but when his leash is handed to a stranger, Grady responds to commands like he's their dog. He has high energy and performs lots of tricks (for treats, of course), recognizing both voice and hand signals. With impeccable house manners, Grady can't hide his excitement for the rustle of a potato chip bag, playing fetch, or discovering just what makes a "squeaky toy" squeak! Whether he cocks his head to the side to listen, invites you to play with a well-chewed tennis ball, jumps into a lap for hugs and reassur-ance, or runs fast circles to go out, Grady is a lovable dude with a boatload of personality!

Facebook Favorite #1 “Walter”

Submitted by: David & Sharon Luther

I rescued WALTER from Friends Fur Life K 9 Rescue in late October. Our previous rescue dog passed away in March and obviously it was devastating. We have a tour boat and pirate ship in Surf City and Tiger (my previous dog) entertained the passengers by jump-ing through hoops and doing tricks. Not bad for a puppy mill dog rescued at 6-years-old! Anyway, I have had Jack Russell's and my husband used to have Basset Hounds and one day while searching we found the perfect compromise, WALTER! We were told he is a mix of the two breeds. He is 2-years-old and is ex-tremely affectionate and hopefully can take up where Tiger left off. He is currently in training, but it is a little complicated as we have three parrots (rescues) and while I say "Sit" the one bird tells him to "Roll over”. Although the bird does say, "WALTER, sit...good boy". As I said with Tiger I will repeat again. We did not rescue him, he rescued us!

Facebook Favorite #2 “Bentley”

Submitted by: Melissa Baldi

This is Bentley He is almost 9-months-old and my husband and I rescued him from the New Hanover County Sheriff's Office Animal Services unit in Wil-mington, NC when he was just 7-weeks-old in August of 2014! Him and his siblings were neglected for the first few weeks of their lives and then left on the side of a highway in a cardboard box. I've always had a dog so my husband promised that after we got married and I moved to his duty station, we would get a puppy so I wouldn't feel such a void from leaving behind my entire life. Rescuing has always been very important to me, so I refused to look anywhere but the shelters. It was love at first sight! Mr. Personality here has made every day such a joy. His love for everyone, whether 2 legged or 4 legged, is so heartwarming. I believe he would be the perfect cover model because he LOVES the camera, and does his infamous head tilt whenever he see's one! He's become the star of our neighborhood and he just bright-ens everyone's day, including mine!! I hope that he can help brighten up some more lives and put smiles on more of the worlds faces!!!!!

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Hey! Would you like to live with me? My name is Daisy and I'm only 8-months-old. I'm a lovely

black and white kitty who reminds every-one of "Daisy" the

cow. Three siblings and I went up for

adoption. My sisters and brother got

adopted, but I didn't like being in a cage-

and it showed. I returned to my foster home where I love to follow my foster

mom and dad around and sit in their laps. The other cat members of the family are jealous, and that's why I need a new home. I

have a sweet temperament and love to play. To meet me, please call 910-278-4437. If you would like to know more about me or inquire about the adoption process, you may

also call Adopt-An-ANGEL at 910-392-0557 or visit www.adoptanangel.net for more details.

I am sponsored by Perry Davis. Thank you!

Hey there! My name is Mandolin, and I am the rarest of all breeds - a well-behaved puppy! Seriously, I am an

8-month-old female Boxer mix, on the small side and with beautiful markings including my white “boots”, who just

graduated from the Pawsitive Partners Prison

Program. Of course, I am up to date on shots, neutered, and house-trained. Bet-ter still, I know all my basic commands, walk well on a leash,

and have good doggy manners. Not many puppies can make that claim! Here is a photo of me wearing my mortar-

board on Graduation Day at Pender Correctional. This graduate is now looking for a full time job in a forever home.

To give me an interview, contact Monty’s Home online at www.montyshome.org, by email at [email protected],

or by calling 910-297-1338.

A woof and a thank you to Connie at DogSpeak for sponsoring me!


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◄I’m declawed, friendly, loving and handsome! Won’t you adopt me and

take me home? My name is Frankie and I’m a 3-year-old, orange Tabby

boy who is also neutered, vacci-

nated and litterbox-trained. It takes me a day or two to get accustomed to new

surroundings but after that I’m a

great addition to the family! Come meet me!

◄Hi! Can you see I'm smiling? That's because I'm so excited to be in PawPrints Magazine! My name is Layla

and I'm the sweetest Shep-

herd mix girl! I'm just 2½-years-old and unfortunately my mom got sick and couldn't keep

me anymore. But I'm house-trained (with a

doggie door) and though I'm a little shy at first, once I warm-up to you - watch out for all my puppy kisses!

►Put your head on my shoulder! That will be my favorite song for you to sing to me, be-

cause that is my favor-ite thing to do. I love

to lay my head on your shoulder! My name is Sassy and I’m about

5-months-old and one of the sweetest little

girl you will ever meet! I'm spayed, up-to-date

on all my shots and litterbox-trained.

Please, come take me home with you before somebody

else takes me first!

►Hello, everyone! I’m Lyla, a 3-year-old female Boxer mix. I am very

athletic and don’t mind going to a

home with humans who like to be ac-tive. A home with another friendly

dog like me would be right up my al-ley, too! I am also very smart – I can sit, shake and give kisses. All these

qualities and sweet to boot, yet over

two years here and nobody seems to want me. I don’t get it. I’m truly a gem waiting to be found!

►My name is Addison but my friends call me

Addi! They say I am a sweetheart! I love to play ball but I also love to snuggle. I'm a

4-year-old girl who weighs about 55 to 60 pounds. I lived

mostly indoors, so I was house-trained when I

came to SOAR, but I also love to

play outside. I enjoy other dogs and would love to be your best friend!!

▲Orange tabbies are the best!!! Let me prove it when you take me home with you! I'm Nicole and I turned 3-years-old in March! I'm a little shy but I enjoy being petted and am a true sweetie. All I need is a chance!!

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Who doesn't like Labs? Well, if you are looking for a sweet female Lab, look no further. My name is

Dexi and I’ve been adopted twice and re-

turned. Now I know what you’re thinking, but it

wasn’t my fault! My sweet disposition had nothing to

do with why I was re-turned. Both previous

owners had personal is-sues and could no longer keep me. Won’t you help me find my REAL furever home? Come by and see me during business hours or call 910-256-2624 for

more information. You can visit www.carewilmington.org to fill out an adoption applica-

tion. If you would like to donate to C.A.R.E., click the donate button on our website. For updates on me and my friends, like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/carewilmington.

I am sponsored by Atlantic Animal Hospital who

supports Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.).

Hi there! My name is Charlie (A077333). I’m a

1½-year-old Pit Bull mix girl who weighs in at approximately 40 pounds. Isn’t

that a perfect size? Not too big and not

too small. I’m also a beauty, everyone

tells me so! If you’re thinking about

adopting me, there are three things you should know: 1) I

am FUN! 2) I enjoy your company. 3) I am EAGER to learn anything you are willing to teach me!

Hurry on over and let’s get to know one another. My adop-tion fee includes a physical examination, heartworm test, a rabies vaccination and spay surgery. For driving directions or more information, please call Brunswick County Sheriff’s

Animal Protective Services at 910-754-8204.

I am sponsored by Adam's Folly Pet Boarding, Bolivia, NC. Thanks!

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

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I'm Oliver and I’m a Shepherd mix who was rescued just in

the nick of time. I'm approximately

1½-years-old and am the friendliest

guy. I love everyone - whether it be

people, dogs or cats. I love you all! I've

been neutered and am up to date on my shots. I sure would like to have a family to call my own. Call

910-271-3101 and we'll arrange

a meeting.

My name is Lady and I'm a beautiful

black and white Border Collie and

Labrador Retriever mix. I'm about 3-years-old and

just as sweet as I can be. I love to

be around people, love to run and

play, but my favor-ite activity is swim-ming. I'm an ac-

tive girl looking for an active family. I've been spayed

and vaccinated and am on heartworm preventative. Please call 910-271-3101 to meet me.

Hi! My name is Simon and I am an energetic Corgi and

Shepherd mix who is looking for a forever home! I need a family who can provide me regular exercise and direc-tion on what is expected of me. I am currently entering into doggie 'boot camp' to receive some additional

training and structure to my routine. Once I'm finished

with my camp, I will have my bags packed and will be

ready to go to my new home! I'll be ready to provide you hours of entertainment and companionship. Please con-

tact my guardians with RescueConnect by visiting www.rescueconnectnc.com or calling 910-302-7290.

Hi! My name is Vega and I’m a 1-year-old spayed

girl. If you can say yes to these two questions, then I am the perfect girl for you! 1) Can you devote extra

time to put all of my energy towards learning new

things? 2) Can you open your heart to a young lady who is eager to please her human companion? If you

answered yes to these questions, I can't wait to see you! To know more

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My name is Brandy and I am a 36 pound, petite brin-dle Pit Bull and Labrador Retriever mix. I am super sweet, but very shy. I do great with other animals,

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quiet home without kids. I thrive with consistency

since I am routine bound. I am half-way through a

heartworm treatment which is paid for by Adopt-An-ANGEL. There will be no additional expense to my

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Adopt-An-ANGEL Adoptions Seven Days a Week! Kittens and cats will be available for adoption at Pet Supermarket (3908 Oleander Drive) and Petco (324 South College Road) in Wilmington and at Petsense (110 Shallotte Crossing Parkway) in Shallotte from 9am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and 10am to 6pm on Sundays. For more info, please call 910-392-0557. Cat Tails Adoption Facility April 1, 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, 15, 18, 19, 22, 25, 26 & 29 From 11am to 1pm on Wednesdays, 11am to 3pm on Saturdays, and 11am to 3pm on Sundays, adorable cats and kittens are avail-able for adoption. For info or directions, call 910-575-4529. Cat Tails Adoption Fairs at Petsmart April 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 & 25 From 6pm to 9pm on Fridays and 9am to 3pm on Saturdays, cats and kittens will be available for adoption at Petsmart. All felines are spayed/neutered and vaccinated. For information, please call 910-253-1375. Adopt-An-ANGEL Adoption Fairs at Petco April 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26 Adopt-An-ANGEL will have adorable puppies, kittens, dogs and cats available for adoption on Saturdays and Sundays at Petco from 11am to 5pm. All animals are fixed and vaccinated. For more information, please call 910-392-0557. Pender County Animal Shelter Open Weekends April 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26 Pender County Animal Shelter (3280 New Savannah Road in Burgaw) will be open from Noon to 4pm on Saturdays and 1pm to 4pm on Sundays for dog, cat, puppy, and kitten adoptions. For info, call the shelter at 910-259-1484 and see ad on page 30. P.E.A.R Adoption Fairs at Petsmart April 4, 5, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26 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 a non-profit organization in need of dog food donations, monetary donations, towels, bowls, leashes and collars. Find them on Face-book, call 910-675-0867 or email [email protected]. R.A.C.E. Adoption Fair at Aunt Kerry’s Pet Stop April 4 From 10am to 2pm, R.A.C.E. will have animals available for adoption at Aunt Kerry’s Pet Stop (3600 S. College Road next to Food Lion at 17th St. Intersection). For information, please call 910-579-0407. Paw's Place Meet and Greets April 4, 11 & 18 Paw’s Place will have adoptable dogs to meet you at these loca-tions: Saturday, April 4 at Four Legs Good in Southport (near the water tower) from 11am to 2pm; April 11 & 18 at Unleashed of Wilmington in Landfall Shopping Center from 11am to 2pm. There will be no Meet & Greet on April 25 as that is the day of the Annual Golf Outing. For more information, please visit www.pawsplace.org or www.facebook.com/pawsplace.

Saturday Adoptions at New Hanover Animal Services April 4, 11, 18 & 25 From 10am to 2pm, the shelter (located at 180 Division Drive in Wilmington) is open Saturdays for dog, puppy, cat and kitten adoptions. Call 910-798-7500 or see ad on page 20 for more info. Brunswick Animal Protective Services Open Saturday April 4, 11, 18 & 25 From 10am to 1:30pm, Brunswick Animal Protective Services (located at 429 Greenswamp Road in Supply) is open Saturdays for dog, puppy, cat and kitten adoptions. For more information, please call 910-754-8204 or see ad on page 12. Pet Friends of Duplin County - Huge Spring Yard Sale April 11 A fundraising yard sale will be held at the American Legion Building at the corner of Hwy 41 and N. Teachey Road in Wal-lace from 8am to 2pm. Lots of great donated items at bargain prices including household items, furniture, clothes, toys, books and more! Proceeds help support the Animal Care Programs of Pet Friends. For more info, please call Gail at 910-285-2850. P.E.A.R. Booth at Azalea Festival April 11 P.E.A.R will be at the Annual Azalea Festival on Saturday, April 11th all day long! Drop by the donation tent at the Old Wilming-ton City Market parking lot and meet their adoptable dogs. Call 910-675-0867 or email [email protected] for more info. Pawz in Park 2015 April 18 From 10am to 3pm, come out to Battleship Park in Wilmington and enjoy cold beer, hot food, pet related vendors such as Monty’s Home, a silent Auction, Raffle Prizes and Pet Contests. $5 entry fee (furry friends FREE!) See ad on page 10. Free Rabies Clinic for Pender County Residents April 18 Pender County Animal Shelter, 3280 New Savannah Road in Bur-gaw, will be holding a Free Rabies Clinic on Saturday, April 18 from 10am to 2pm. It is for Pender County Residents ONLY with dogs, cats or ferrets over 3-months-old. Cost is free for the first 1000 vaccines and then $5 each! For info, call 910-259-1484. TCBY Fundraiser for P.E.A.R. April 22 On Wednesday, April 22, 2015 from 4pm until 9pm, TCBY will give a portion of your purchase back to P.E.A.R. Come to 3804 Oleander Drive and state that you are there for P.E.A.R., then enjoy their delicious desserts while helping save a rescued dog. P.EAR will have a table set up with information about the rescue and brochures. For info, please email [email protected], call them at 910-675-0867, or find P.E.A.R. on Facebook. Mother’s Day Pet Portraits at Four Legs Good Boutique April 26 From Noon to 4 pm, professional photographer Mike Spencer of Furever Pet Photography will be taking pet portraits at Four Legs Good in Southport. Mother's Day themed sessions are $25, with 100% of the proceeds benefitting Adopt-An-ANGEL. For more information, please visit www.fourlegsgoodboutique.com and to reserve a time, please call 910-457-0115.

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My name is Stache and I’m a 7-month-old boy. You might rec-ognize me from my

Cover Model appear-ance on the March

issue! I’m still waiting for a loving family, which is quite per-plexing considering my loveable and af-fectionate nature. I just LOVE to cuddle and be held and will start purring as soon as I see you. I am on medication for a heart condition, but I’m doing so well that I may one day come off of it! Come by and see me during business hours or

call 910-256-2624 for more information. You can also visit www.carewilmington.org to fill out an adoption application.

If you would like to donate to C.A.R.E., click the donate button on our website. For updates on me and my friends,

like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/carewilmington.

I am sponsored by Atlantic Animal Hospital who

supports Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.).

PUPPY KISSES AVAILABLE HERE! The volunteers say my name should be Honey because I’m so sweet, but since I’m a boy I suppose Max (A077603) will do! I’m a friendly and playful Terrier

mix puppy, just 4-months-old. I am a pretty simple guy who enjoys a car ride with the win-dows rolled down, toys to play with,

and active compan-ions who can teach me new tricks so that I can impress all of my friends. Come on over to the shelter and give me a

cuddle. We might be destined to be best friends for life! My adoption fee includes a physical examination, heartworm test, a rabies vaccination and neuter surgery. For driving

directions or more information, call Brunswick County Sheriff’s Animal Protective Services at 910-754-8204.

I am sponsored by Cindy Meyers in loving memory of

Harley and Murphy.


Shelter News & Events

RescueConnect’s Annual Yard Sale It’s that time of year again! Beginning at 8am on Sat-urday, April 18, RescueConnect will be holding its next charity yard sale at 6042 Wrightsville Avenue in Wilming-ton! RescueConnect is very excited to announce it is now a registered 501c3 Federally recognized non-profit organi-zation! If you are interested in donating items before April 17, the group will be providing receipts for tax deductible donations. Volunteers will be available for local pick-ups for larger items you would like to donate. Items that sell very well are gently used clothing, kid’s items, home and holiday items, furniture, and outdoor/garden. No donation is too small! RescueConnect has been grow-ing over the last year and is thrilled to be a resource in the community for animals in need. Its success is only possible by its ability to step up and fill the gap for animals in need. This often-times means financial assistance for dogs and cats who would oth-erwise be too expensive for a res-cue to commit to help. Rescue-Connect is assisting several ani-mals right now, but Simon, a Corgi/Shepherd mix on page 39, needs some financial assistance currently beyond the group’s funds. Money earned at this sale will help provide much needed assistance. If you prefer to make a donation directly to Simon’s care, they can be made via PayPal to [email protected] or by mail to RescueConnect, 6042 Wrightsville Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403.

Paw’s Place’s 2nd Annual Golf Outing Save the Date! April 25, 2015. Join Paw’s Place in its effort to raise funds to support its organization. Paw’s Place’s 2nd Annual Golf Out-ing will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at the Oak Island Golf Club with a 9am Shot-Gun Start. Please contact Rick Mazur at 910-253-7662 or via e-mail at [email protected] to play, be a sponsor or to donate a product or service.

Adopt-An-ANGEL Seeks Volunteers Do you have some spare time? Would you like to help Adopt-An-ANGEL find homes for homeless animals? They are looking for some energetic, responsible, committed, passionate people to help out at

adoption fairs. They hold adoption fairs every Saturday and Sunday at Petco on South College Road in Wilming-ton from 10am to 6pm. Volunteer shifts generally run from 10am to 2pm or 2pm to 6pm one day on the week-end. You can sign up weekly so come when you can. It does require some manual labor such as lifting cages, cleaning cages and walking strong dogs. There are also a few weekly shifts open for cage cleaning at various pet stores throughout the week and some transport options, too. It can be very meaningful and rewarding to help a homeless animal find its forever home. For more informa-tion, please call Art at 203-994-3765. You may only be one person, but you can be one person who makes a differ-ence. Life is too short, do stuff that matters!

Derby 4 Dogs, City Club of Wilmington On May 2, join paws4people from 4pm to 7pm at the City Club of Wilmington. Derby 4 Dogs is a Garden Party charity event benefiting the paws4people foundation. This event will include cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, music, and a silent auction. Many paws4people Assistance Dogs and recipients will be present to demonstrate the life-changing benefits made possible by the generosity of our supporters (so please, no pets). Prizes awarded for best hat and bowtie. Register online at p4pderby15.eventbrite.com. For more information, please email [email protected] or call 803-727-5627.

Foster a Jack Russell Terrier in Need Russell Rescue, Inc. (RRI, a 501c3 non-profit) is a national network of volunteers dedi-cated to placing unwanted, dis-placed or abandoned Jack Rus-sell Terriers into permanent homes. All dogs entering res-cue are either temporarily placed in a foster home or must remain with their owners until a suitable home can be found. Foster space is limited and foster homes are in short supply! The Carolinas Region is headquartered in the Wilming-ton area and the rescue is in need of wonderful homes for rescued Terriers! The rescue provides all vetting for each Terrier. Please visit us at www.russellrescue.com/volunteer to become a foster parent, or email Bernadette, the Carolinas Regional Representative, at [email protected].

TCBY Fundraiser for P.E.A.R. On Wednesday, April 22, 2015 from 4pm until 9pm,TCBY will give a portion of your purchase back to P.E.A.R. Come to 3804 Oleander Drive and state that you are there for P.E.A.R., then enjoy their delicious desserts while helping save a rescued dog. P.EAR will have a table set up with information about the rescue and brochures. For more information, please email [email protected], call them at 910-675-0867, or find P.E.A.R. on Facebook.

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Are you ready for two teenage boys who will bring lots of fun and love into your life?! That’s me, Kyle, in the chair

and facing you. My brother, Pip, is showing you his hand-some profile. We look a lot alike, don’t you think? We're

1½-years-old with white and gray Tabby fur. I love playing and getting attention. Feel free to pick me up and cradle me! My brother Pip is a little more shy than me, but he's the biggest snuggler. We're both very loving kitties who would appreciate our forever home where we can relax,

play, and receive lots and lots of love. Come see us soon at Petsmart in Wilmington and get to know us! We’re

there seven days a week. You can also call Cat Adoption Team at 910-792-9014 for more information.

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PIP


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

Breed Rescues

My name is Pandora and I am the most well-behaved and loving little lady! I have soulful eyes that I use to get belly rubs and treats!

I am around 9-years-young, in perfect health, heartworm nega-tive, spayed and fully vaccinated. I never leave the house without my pink blingy collar and leash - after all, doggie fashion is every-thing! I do love to snuggle and

give kisses and will let you know when I am in need of attention! I am crate-trained and house-trained. If you would like to know more about me or how we can become best friends, please call Carolinas Russell Rescue at 910-821-3504 and leave a mes-

sage or you can send an email to [email protected].

I’m Maggie, and this is my brother Max, and we need

a loving home. We are 8-years-old, healthy, house-

trained and very well be-haved. Perfect little Minis!

We are also spayed/neutered, heartworm nega-tive and up to date on vac-cines. We used to be well cared for by our family but, due to hard times, we are up for adoption. I weigh 8 pounds while Max weighs 11 pounds. We are bonded and must be placed together. It would be pitiful to separate us. Life can be hard anyway, please help us stay together! To fill out an application, visit www.schnauzerrescueofthecarolinas.org.

Call 919-723-7145 if you need one mailed or faxed. Mention this ad in PawPrints and get $50 off our adoption donation!

I am Einstein, an 11-year-old male Jack Russell mix living in a

foster home with canine siblings. I’m a loving little man who is house-trained. When my mother lost her home (she had cared for me since I was a puppy), Russell Rescue took me in. I am diabetic but my

foster mom worked very hard to get my insulin reduced by 50%! I would love nothing more than to find my forever home where I can run in the yard and sun in the grass.

Call 910-821-3504 and leave a message or email [email protected] for more info.

CAROLINA BASSET HOUND RESCUE

My name is Annabelle and I’m an extraordinary lady hound. I love naps and any and everybody.

I'm very sweet and cannot wait to meet you. My foster mom has got-ten me all spruced up so

now I can begin the search for my forever

home. Call CBHR and find out more about me today. Could you be the one I’ve been looking for? To make me a mem-

ber of your family, please call 919-708-4247 or visit our web-site at www.cbhr.com. Also, we are always short on foster homes! If you have ever thought about fostering, please

contact CBHR for more details.

BOSTON TERRIER RESCUE TEAM CAROLINAS

Hi, my name is Tux and I’m a 5-year-old Boston Terrier who is

blind. I have a heart of gold and a personality to match. I am neu-tered, I’m up to date on all my vaccinations, I’ve already been

microchipped and I tested heart-worm negative. I love to play with

other dogs and snuggle on the couch. I need a family who un-

derstands I will bump into stuff at first while I map out my location

but once I have it down - no wor-ries! If you would like to adopt

one of the sweetest guys around, please send an email to [email protected] or call

828-778-2045. You can also visit us online at www.bostonrescueteam.com

My name is Bandit and I am a thief of hearts and sofas. I am a devilishly

handsome and wise fellow who is looking for a for-

ever home to call my own. I am about 9-years-old so I am past all that trouble-some puppy behavior. I love to hang out with my

foster mom on the front porch and soak up the sun and watch the world go by. I love going for long walks and hav-ing deep conversations. I am really friendly with other dogs and people and I am a great listener. If you are looking for a Super Senior guy to hang out with then look me up. To adopt

me, please call 919-708-4247 or visit www.cbhr.com.

CAROLINAS RUSSELL RESCUE

SCHNAUZER RESCUE OF THE CAROLINAS

Adoption Celebration



It’s rare for an orange cat to be

female, but here I am!

Hello there, my name is Glitter

Bug and I’m a

spayed and vacci-nated 2-year-old girl who

would love to be

yours. You’ll be so happy you adopted me because I love to snuggle and be with people. My golden eyes

and sunshine-colored fur will brighten everything! If you would like to know more about me or would like to in-

quire about the adoption process, give Adopt-An-ANGEL a call at 910-392-0557. You may also visit

www.adoptanangel.net for more details.

I am sponsored by Perry Davis. Thank you!

My name is Max and I am an 8-year-old Boxer mix. I am just so loving

and I get along with other dogs. I was found in horrible shape. I still

look a little rough around the edges but my time to shine is just around the corner. I need to gain a

little more weight but none of that really mat-

ters though because it’s what’s inside that

counts. I am very mel-low so if you are looking for a calm, cool and col-lected boy then I'm your man. If you give me a chance, I will melt your heart. I am fully vetted and weigh just under 60 pounds. Please call R.A.C.E. at 910-579-0407 to adopt me or

visit us online at www.raceshelter.org.

I am sponsored by Levi Donovan. Everybody wins with adoption!

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