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2 PawPrints Magazine's Dog Cover Model Winner 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. Photo by Dick Parrott 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

3 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-yearsold. 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 cratetrained and I m soooo very friendly to people! I get along fine with other dogs and they say I have such a sweet demeanor 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 or jhorton@pendercountync.gov. I am sponsored in loving memory of Hank Harrington.

4 My name is Madilyn and I ve come a long way since I first came to rescue. 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 parents have done a wonderful job. I m a beautiful Chocolate Labrador Retriever 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 exercise 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 or go to our website at 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 someone's doorstep. 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 and click the donate button. For updates on me and my friends, please like us on Facebook at You can also call I am sponsored by Atlantic Animal Hospital who supports Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.). Dr. Ked Cottrell Pleasure Island Animal Hospital 1140 N. Lake Park Blvd, Suite J Carolina Beach, NC Phone: Fax: info@animalhospitalcarolinabeach.com 4 April 2015

5 It s me, PePe, the Shar Pei mix! Pardon me for looking at you so intently, but I need to ask you something: will you adopt me? I m a 6-year-old boy who is already neutered and vaccinated. And they don t come any friendlier than me! I ve grown up with kids and adults and we were all very happy together. 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 I am sponsored in appreciation of everyone who has rescued a homeless animal. 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 vaccination. 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 You won't regret it!

6 Just look at me! I m absolutely gorgeous and intelligent to boot! You just can t beat that special combination! 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 worries 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 company for the rest of my days whether it be sitting on your lap or giving you those sandpaper licks and lots of contented purrs. I m the purrfect cat! Onslow County Animal Services is located at 244 Georgetown Road in Jacksonville. To adopt me, please call I am sponsored by Dan and Sue Tuman in honor of all the cats who are waiting for homes at the shelter.

7 Volume 14 - Number 1 PawPrints Magazine Publishers / Editors Kelly Wall & Diane Pour Cover Photographer Dick Parrott Head Writer Kelly Wall Graphic Design Diane Pour How To Reach Us: We welcome comments, suggestions, article ideas, questions and subscription inquiries. Please send them to: PawPrints Magazine P.O. Box 4834 Wilmington, NC pawprints@ec.rr.com PawPrints Magazine is dedicated to saving the lives of homeless animals by promoting shelter adoptions. We provide an up-to-date pictorial directory of shelters, humane societies and rescue organizations in the Cape Fear area. Deadline for submissions is before the 15th of each month. Please call to verify date. PawPrints Magazine is published on a monthly basis by Zappareta Publications, Inc. All nonprofit organizations and individuals who are not in the business of breeding and/or selling animals are welcome to participate in the magazine. PawPrints Magazine cannot guarantee the health or temperament of any animal offered for adoption through this publication. We try to keep information as current and accurate as possible; however, we cannot guarantee the availability of a specific animal. Prospective pet parents must contact the shelter directly to make certain a particular pet is still available or to inquire about the adoption process In This Issue Features: Adoption Celebration Calendar of Events Pender Humane Society s Golf Tournament...25 Shelter News & Events The 2015 Dog Cover Model Winner & Runners Up Animal Shelters & Organizations: Adoption Options Adopt-An-ANGEL Brunswick County Sheriff s Animal Protective Services Cat Adoption Team Cat Tails New Hanover Humane Society. 19 New Hanover Sheriff s Office Animal Services Unit PAW S Place Pender County Animal Shelter.. 31 Pender Humane Society Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue Miss Avis Davis Fund Breed Rescues Disclaimer: Zappareta Publications, Inc. does not endorse or guarantee any products, services, or vendors mentioned in PawPrints Magazine, nor can it be responsible for problems with their products or services. Also, Zappareta Publications, Inc. reserves the right to reject, at its discretion, any advertisement. Views expressed by various authors are not necessarily those of Zappareta Publications, Inc Zappareta Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part without prior written consent of publishers is prohibited. Please Recycle April

8 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 female 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 View other available iguanas at or check out our rescue on Facebook. 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 appreciate 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, vaccinated and microchipped. To adopt me, call or check out for upcoming events where we can meet. 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 dislocated 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 for more info. OPERATION TOPCAT My name is Maya and I m a very beautiful female Siamese who is 2-yearsold. 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 provide me with the lifestyle I desire, please call or otopcatnc@aol.com to schedule a visit with me. I will return your love! PENDER ENDANGERED ANIMAL RESCUE Hello, will you give me a second chance? My name is Rosebud and I am an American 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 my friends at dogadoption1@gmail.com or call them at ONSLOW COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES My name is Carolina (A081290) and I m 4-yearsold. 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 April 2015

9 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 professional 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 to learn even more about me today! You can visit A Shelter Friend online at or on Facebook at 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 For updates on me and my friends, please like us on Facebook at carewilmington. 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 Program where I am learning all my basic obedience commands and good doggy manners. My friends say I am energetic and playful, but also quite gentle. For adoption info, visit Monty s Home online at at adopt@montyshome.org, or call Like Monty s Home on Facebook at 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 because 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 college 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. Because 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 Columbus Humane Society foster mom, Jennifer, by ing jdw7512@yahoo.com or by calling 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 separately. 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 medical 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 April

10 Kenneth E. Layton, DVM Natalie-Anne Reinhart, DVM And Welcoming Dr. Johanna Burnette-Parker Special Discount Spay Neuter Thursdays! Have your spays and neuters done at a full service hospital (910) Longstreet Drive Wilmington, NC Ask about our puppy & kitten vaccine packages! PineValleyAnimalHospital.com Proud to support PawPrints Magazine URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running Out! I m a happy, friendly and playful boy - how can someone 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, 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 info, call Pender County Animal Shelter at or jhorton@pendercountync.gov. I am sponsored by Happy At Home Pet Sitting in memory of KARMA.

11 Please call to adopt us! Adopt-An-ANGEL 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, heartworm negative and have all my vaccinations. Since I am so powerful, 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 experience with my breed. Local adopters only (Wilmington, NC area). You can come see me at Petco on weekends. 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 housetrained, 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 Belle and I am a visionimpaired 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. 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 together. 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 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 maintenance. 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 baskets, 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. P.O. Box 15095, Wilmington, NC April

12 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 abandoned 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 interested in adopting me! Their number is I am sponsored by Mr. Peanut and Ginger Snap.

13 Brunswick County Sheriff s Animal Protective Services Please call to adopt us! OPEN SATURDAYS! 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! Howdy! My name is Kramer (A077604) and boy, oh boy, do I have some good news for you! I am available for adoption! 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! 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! Spot Hello, friends! I m Jasmine (A077435) and I am a 70 pound Golden Retriever mix, just 3-yearsold. If you are looking for a smart young lady with high ambitions and eagerness to please, then look no further! Everyone 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! Please check our Facebook page for Adoption Fair events for April Our FB page is: Brunswick Sheriff's Animal Adoption Page. 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 stunning 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! 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 neutered. Let s go! 429 Greenswamp Road Supply, NC April

14 DOGTRAIN Instruction for People Training for Dogs Office Hours: 9-6pm Tues-Sat Classes: 9-9pm Tues-Thurs 9-6pm Fri-Sat 1038 S. Kerr Ave. Wilmington, NC PUPPY PRE-SCHOOL THROUGH COMPETITION OBEDIENCE Private Instruction Available Dineen Animal Hospital 1132 Floral Parkway - Wilmington, NC JEFF J. DINEEN, D.V.M. JAN BATTEN, D.V.M. EVE MILLS, D.V.M. JOANNE THOMPSON, D.V.M. (910) Cats ~ Dogs Adorable Kitten Alert! My name is Luna and I m a petite, 6-month-old Tortoiseshell girl who is - quite simply - 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 today! Sponsored in memory of Milo, the big black dog who stole our hearts! Mommy and Daddy miss you every day! Dachshund lovers, rejoice! I am right here waiting for you. My name is Hershey and I m a little sweetheart, just 7-yearsold. 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 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! My name is Ernie and I m a genuine and sweet guy with a gentle, kind and loving spirit. I am the kind of guy who appreciates 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 Sponsored in loving memory of Roxy April 2015

15 Please call to adopt us! CAT: Cat Adoption Team We re at Petsmart 7 days a week. 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! 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 sensitive 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! 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? 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! VOLUNTEERS and FOSTER HOMES NEEDED!!! Call for more information. 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 children, 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! Wilmington, NC April

16 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! Unfortunately, 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 directions or more information about adopting an FIV cat, please call SOAR at I am sponsored by SOAR in loving memory of all their wonderful, furry friends who made it safely to the Rainbow Bridge. 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 commands, and I have a diploma to prove it! My inmate trainers and the volunteers 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 adopt@montyshome.org, or call at You can also like Monty s Home on Facebook at Special thanks to Connie at DogSpeak for helping me find my forever home! 16 April 2015

17 Please call to adopt us! Cat Tails 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 chickens 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. Sid Vicious was so outrageous, but I am the exact opposite, I m quiet composed, some say timid. But look out; because 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. Elvis has left the building, but I really haven t. I m sitting here shaking, 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 attention, 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 springtime so you should be thinking of me, Buttercup. We come out in the spring and if you hold one of us under 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. Watson, come quickly I need you. That s what Bell said but in reality, you need me. I am a 6-yearold 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? 6622 Beach Drive SW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC April

18 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 already spayed. I used to live in a home so I am also housetrained! 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 listener 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 or jhorton@pendercountync.gov. I am sponsored in honor of Kathleen M. Langone.

19 New Hanover Humane Society Please call 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! 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? Hello! My name is Penny and I'd love to have the chance to meet you. I m a 3-yearold, 76 pound, Rottie mix girl who is already spayed, vaccinated and on heartworm prevention. I m still getting used to shelter life, but one thing they ve noticed 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 teenagers (I m a little big for small kids) and I have a special fondness 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! Hello! My name is Candy and I m a 5-yearold, 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! Please call about our low cost spay/neuter program I m ready to settle right in because I m so welltrained! My name is Bobby and I m a 5-yearold 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 prevention 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? 2405 North 23rd Street, Wilmington, NC April

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21 New Hanover Sheriff s Office Animal Services Unit Please call to adopt us! OPEN SATURDAYS! My name is Charlie (A318990) and I m a Chesapeake 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 gentle 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 giving 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 entertainer. 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. 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. 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! Would you be interested in adopting an inside-only cat who is spayed, vaccinated 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 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 missing out on one amazing companion. 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. 180 Division Dr. Wilmington, NC April

22 Onslow County Partners for Animal Welfare, Inc OCPAW Onslow County Partners for Animal Welfare (OCPAW) is an all volunteer non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation of Onslow County NC, that is funded entirely by donations and fundraisers which are tax 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 facilitate and empower our county residents, acting as an animal welfare liaison providing food, vaccines and needed medical assistance to help with re-homing of the animals in their care. Low Cost Spay/Neuter Certificates Behavioral Consulting & Training OCPAW Southern Division Training Consultant PURRFECT POOCHES - New to the area! Sandra Harknett, Certified Dog Trainer & AKC Evaluator offers group classes, private lessons and free phone consultations. Low rates and will work within your budget. Call or saandra@aol.com OCPAW Northern County Division Training Consultant Laura Zappia Crystal Coast Sitters Professional Trainer & Advisor Call or cccsitters@yahoo.com 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 anymore. 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, housetrained, 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, at Professional Photography by 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 affectionate, 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 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, leashtrained, 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 , visit or ocpaw501@gmail.com. Opening in the Spring of 2015: Holly Ridge Veterinary Hospital 324 US Hwy 17 N, Holly Ridge, NC

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24 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 affectionate. 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 She ll be happy to tell you even more about us! Hey there! My name is Haley and I d like to tell you a little bit about myself. Brunswick County Sheriff s Department came and rescued a bunch of dogs from a hoarding 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 for driving directions or more info on me. I am sponsored in loving memory of Grace Harrington.

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26 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 attention. I like to spend much of my day in a comfortable spot looking out of the window, especially on nice days when there are birds and lizards and bugs to watch. For a while, there was another 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 I am sponsored in honor of all the wonderful foster mommies and daddies who care for homeless animals. 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 and leave a message or you can send an to mcbburton@alumni.unc.edu. I am sponsored in loving memory of Oscar and Madison Pour, two very special, life changing Jack Russell Terriers.

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28 I ve got a heart full of love and I m ready to give it to you! My name is Danny Boy and I was picked up by Animal Control as a stray. Everyone was so surprised to see an adorable dog like me wandering the street all alone. They tell me I m a Cocker Spaniel and Poodle mix - quite a beautiful combo! Pender Humane Society now has me and we re looking for my future family. I m a 3-year-old boy who is neutered and vaccinated. I walk well on a leash, I haven t made any messes in my kennel, and I love people. I may be a tad shy for about a second, but then I ll climb up in your lap if you let me. I m quite the show-stopper with my Poodle-like hair and my Cocker Spaniel face. Wouldn t you like to take me home? Call Pender Humane Society at and tell them you re coming to meet me! A groomer has volunteered to spruce me up, so you can see my new look when you arrive! 15% OFF Pet Stain Cleaning in April orientalrugandcarpetcleaningnc.com I am sponsored in honor of Artie Singleton and Sugar. Thanks, Encore Readers, for voting us BEST PRINT SHOP ten years in a row! Dock St. Downtown Wilmington Free Off-Street Parking Hours M-F 8:30-5:00 "Woo-hoo! There are NO Fleas on us!" FleaMaxx breaks the flea life cycle in your carpeting for ONE full year, Guaranteed! HULA, KONA and KIKI enjoy a flea-free home environment. Hula, Kona & Kiki 5751 OLEANDER DRIVE #3 WILMINGTON, NC

29 PAW S Place Please call to adopt us! (Call for a pre-adoption application and adoption fee info.) 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 playmates. 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? 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! 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! 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 realized 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! 3701 Boiling Spring Rd., Winnabow, NC April

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31 Pender County Animal Shelter Please call or to adopt us! 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 personality. 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 family s new best friend! It felt so good to be out of my cage for my photo! I laid my head on this human s shoulder 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 cuddle with you! I m a purry girl who will make you so happy! NOW OPEN ON SUNDAYS! 1pm to 4pm Please Adopt! WE RE OVERCROWDED AND NEAR CAPACITY. 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. Instead, 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? Spot 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 shoulder. 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! 3280 New Savannah Rd., Burgaw, NC Pendercountyanimalshelter.petfinder.com April

32 doterra Essential Oils - Training Support - - Insect Repellent - - Immune Support - - Strengthen the Human/Animal Bond - Call Denise Schwendeman Natural & Safe Solutions for Your Pet's Healthcare Low Cost Spay/Neuter Call the New Hanover Humane And schedule an appointment N. 23rd St. - Wilmington, NC My name is Fletcher and I have recently moved to Wilmington from Georgia! You see, my former family was unable to care for me any longer and I needed to have a dental and get all my vaccines. 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 energy, 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 and leave a message or you can send an to mcbburton@alumni.unc.edu. I am sponsored by Pine Valley Animal Hospital. Thank you! When my owners in Hampstead moved away, I was left behind! Luckily, one of the volunteers 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, neutered, 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 Sponsored by Your Friends at Pender Humane Society s Furry Friend's Re-sale Shop. We Care!!

33 Please call to adopt us! 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. Pender Humane Society 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! 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! 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 commands, such as sit. I play well with other dogs and enjoy taking walks in the sunshine with volunteers. Please come to the shelter and meet me today. We can get to know one another and fall in love! 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 litterboxtrained. 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-yearold 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! P. O. Box 626, Burgaw NC April

34 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 delivered 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. 1 st 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 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. 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. Eventually 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 family, 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 April 2015

35 2 nd Runner-Up Ellie Submitted by: Jenny Moore 3 rd Runner-Up Grady Submitted by: Lin Edelen Feature Story Facebook Favorite #1 Walter Submitted by: David & Sharon Luther 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 afternoon in 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 estimated 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 people 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 wonderful, one of a kind pets out there in need of a good home. 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 cancer, 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 protective 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 reassurance, or runs fast circles to go out, Grady is a lovable dude with a boatload of personality! 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 jumping 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 extremely 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 Wilmington, 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 brightens 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!!!!! Please check out the May issue for the Cat Cover Model Winner and Runners-Up! April

36 DB PLUMBING, INC. NEW CONSTRUCTION COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL REMODEL / REPAIRS LICENSED & INSURED DONALD BARNHOUSE LIC. # Save lives please spay or neuter your pets! ORRELL & REINER, P.C. Certified Public Accountants P.O. Box 4054 Wilmington, NC Robert H. Orrell, III, CPA Anne W. Reiner, CPA Tel Hey! Would you like to live with me? My name is Daisy and I'm only 8-monthsold. I'm a lovely black and white kitty who reminds everyone 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 cageand 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 If you would like to know more about me or inquire about the adoption process, you may also call Adopt-An-ANGEL at or visit 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. Better 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 mortarboard 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 by at adopt@montyshome.org, or by calling A woof and a thank you to Connie at DogSpeak for sponsoring me! For the Best Gourmet Cat Food Around Yaupon Drive Oak Island, NC (910) April 2015

37 Please call to adopt us! 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-yearold, orange Tabby boy who is also neutered, vaccinated and litterboxtrained. 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! Hello, everyone! I m Lyla, a 3-yearold female Boxer mix. I am very athletic and don t mind going to a home with humans who like to be active. A home with another friendly dog like me would be right up my alley, 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! SOAR (Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue) 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 Shepherd mix girl! I'm just 2½-years-old and unfortunately my mom got sick and couldn't keep me anymore. But I'm housetrained (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! 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 housetrained 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!! Put your head on my shoulder! That will be my favorite song for you to sing to me, because that is my favorite 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! 3376 St. Charles Place Southport, NC April

38 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 returned. Now I know what you re thinking, but it wasn t my fault! My sweet disposition had nothing to do with why I was returned. Both previous owners had personal issues 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 for more information. You can visit 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 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 adoption 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 I am sponsored by Adam's Folly Pet Boarding, Bolivia, NC. Thanks! A portion of the proceeds from every real estate closing goes to local animal rescues. SHARI CUTTING BROKER / REALTOR Multi-Million Dollar Club, ABR sharicutting@seacoastrealty.com April 2015

39 We are sponsored by the Miss Avis Davis Fund in loving memory of Maryrose Miller. Miss Avis Davis, RescueConnect 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 direction 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 contact my guardians with RescueConnect by visiting or calling My name is Mama Kitty and I was found as a stray along with my 2 kittens. A nice lady took us in and got us all spayed and vaccinated. I am a young lady who is litterbox-trained and very sweet. I love attention and will keep your lap warm! Could you please make me part of your family? Please contact Leslie with RescueConnect at for more information. 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 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 favorite activity is swimming. I'm an active girl looking for an active family. I've been spayed and vaccinated and am on heartworm preventative. Please call to meet me. Pet Friends of Duplin County Adopt-An-ANGEL 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 about me or to inquire about the adoption process, call Adopt-An-ANGEL at You may also visit for more details. My name is Brandy and I am a 36 pound, petite brindle Pit Bull and Labrador Retriever mix. I am super sweet, but very shy. I do great with other animals, but I am slow to warm up to people. I would do best in a 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 adopter. If you just give me some TLC and time to adjust, I am the kind of dog who will blossom. For more info, call Adopt-An-ANGEL at

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41 APRIL 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 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 available for adoption. For info or directions, call 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 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 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 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 Facebook, call or dogadoption1@gmail.com. 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 Paw's Place Meet and Greets April 4, 11 & 18 Paw s Place will have adoptable dogs to meet you at these locations: 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 or Calendar of Events 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 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 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 Wallace 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 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 Wilmington City Market parking lot and meet their adoptable dogs. Call or dogadoption1@gmail.com 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 Burgaw, 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 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 dogadoption1@gmail.com, call them at , 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 and to reserve a time, please call April

42 Not for profit service organization since 1971 IF YOUR DOG IS NOT COMING TO YOU YOU SHOULD BE COMING TO US! Classes begin May 18th $10.00 off with this ad (first time students only) Visit our website at 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 windows rolled down, toys to play with, and active companions 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 I am sponsored by Cindy Meyers in loving memory of Harley and Murphy. My name is Stache and I m a 7-month-old boy. You might recognize me from my Cover Model appearance on the March issue! I m still waiting for a loving family, which is quite perplexing considering my loveable and affectionate 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 for more information. You can also visit 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 carewilmington. I am sponsored by Atlantic Animal Hospital who supports Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.) April 2015

43 Shelter News & Events RescueConnect s Annual Yard Sale It s that time of year again! Beginning at 8am on Saturday, April 18, RescueConnect will be holding its next charity yard sale at 6042 Wrightsville Avenue in Wilmington! RescueConnect is very excited to announce it is now a registered 501c3 Federally recognized non-profit organization! 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 growing 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 oftentimes means financial assistance for dogs and cats who would otherwise be too expensive for a rescue to commit to help. Rescue- Connect is assisting several animals 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 rescueconnectnc@gmail.com or by mail to RescueConnect, 6042 Wrightsville Avenue, Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington from 10am to 6pm. Volunteer shifts generally run from 10am to 2pm or 2pm to 6pm one day on the weekend. 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 information, please call Art at You may only be one person, but you can be one person who makes a difference. Life is too short, do stuff that matters! Paw s Place s 2nd Annual Golf Outing Save the Date! April 25, Join Paw s Place in its effort to raise funds to support its organization. Paw s Place s 2nd Annual Golf Outing 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 or via at rickmazur@aol.com to play, be a sponsor or to donate a product or service. 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 beth.p4p@gmail.com or call 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 dogadoption1@gmail.com, call them at , or find P.E.A.R. on Facebook. Foster a Jack Russell Terrier in Need Russell Rescue, Inc. (RRI, a 501c3 non-profit) is a national network of volunteers dedicated to placing unwanted, displaced or abandoned Jack Russell Terriers into permanent homes. All dogs entering rescue 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 Wilmington 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 to become a foster parent, or Bernadette, the Carolinas Regional Representative, at mcbburton@alumni.un.edu. April

44 PIP Now Open! Ali s K9 Clips Pet Salon! 3600 Unit B S. College Rd. Around the corner from Aunt Kerry's Convenience for you Comfort for your pet! (910) Dr. Christian Bolz Dr. Debbie Bolz Dr. Colleen Peat KYLE 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 handsome 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 for more information. We are sponsored by ECM Corporation. Thank you! Carolina Beach Road (1 mile south of Monkey Junction across from Harris Teeter) Coastal Engraving Full color pictures of pets or other photos on mugs, mouse pads, coasters, refrigerator magnets and more. Pet ID Tags Trophies Plaques Signs Pet Memorials Rubber Stamps Name Badges South Kerr Business Center 118-A South Kerr Avenue Wilmington, NC

45 Breed Rescues We are all from different Breed Rescues. Please read our stories! CAROLINAS RUSSELL RESCUE 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 and leave a message or mcbburton@alumni.unc.edu for more info. 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 negative, spayed and fully vaccinated. I never leave the house without my pink blingy collar and leash - after all, doggie fashion is everything! 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 and leave a message or you can send an to mcbburton@alumni.unc.edu. 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 neutered, I m up to date on all my vaccinations, I ve already been microchipped and I tested heartworm negative. I love to play with other dogs and snuggle on the couch. I need a family who understands I will bump into stuff at first while I map out my location but once I have it down - no worries! If you would like to adopt one of the sweetest guys around, please send an to contactbtrtoc@yahoo.com or call You can also visit us online at SCHNAUZER RESCUE OF THE CAROLINAS I m Maggie, and this is my brother Max, and we need a loving home. We are 8-years-old, healthy, housetrained and very well behaved. Perfect little Minis! We are also spayed/ neutered, heartworm negative and up to date on vaccines. 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 Call if you need one mailed or faxed. Mention this ad in PawPrints and get $50 off our adoption donation! CAROLINA BASSET HOUND RESCUE 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 forever home to call my own. I am about 9-years-old so I am past all that troublesome 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 having 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 or visit 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 gotten 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 member of your family, please call or visit our website at Also, we are always short on foster homes! If you have ever thought about fostering, please contact CBHR for more details. April

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47 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 vaccinated 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 inquire about the adoption process, give Adopt-An- ANGEL a call at You may also visit 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 matters though because it s what s inside that counts. I am very mellow so if you are looking for a calm, cool and collected 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 to adopt me or visit us online at I am sponsored by Levi Donovan. Everybody wins with adoption! April

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