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July 2017 Expanding Families One Pet at a Time Priceless TM Celebrating the Bond Between Humans and Animals

PawPrints Magazine's Homeless cover Model Summertime is here and that can only mean one thing it s Kitten Season! Across the nation, millions of kittens are being born and are waiting for loving homes. My name is Elmer and I m one such kitten. I was once sitting at Brunswick County Animal Control, but Adopt-An-ANGEL found me and took me in. Did you know they have over ONE HUNDRED kittens in their foster care program right now? Kittens just as precious as me, in all colors, sizes and shapes. I m just 10-weeks-old and simply adorable. I love to play with toys, but I will also curl up happily on your chest and fall fast asleep. If you d like to give me a loving home, please call my Adopt-An-ANGEL foster mom at 910-471-6909. She can also tell you about the other kittens up for adoption. And don t forget, your county s Animal Control is full of kittens too, so please visit and please look through this magazine at all the kittens pictured. There is someone for everyone! I d now like to thank Michael Cline Photography for capturing my kittenish charm in my fruit-tastic cover photo and in the patriotic photo above. Being a cover model is quite exciting, but I d much rather be someone s beloved family member. Photo by: Michael Cline Photography

Not for profit service organization since 1971 IF YOUR DOG IS NOT COMING TO YOU YOU SHOULD BE COMING TO US! Classes begin July 31st $10.00 off with this ad (first time students only) 910-392-2040 Visit our website at www.adtc.us Looking for the perfect house companion? One who is small and well-trained? Well, your search has come to an end because here I am! My name is Shiloh and I m a 2-year-old Chihuahua mix girl, just 14 pounds. Perfect for holding! I am a house-trained darling who walks great on a leash. I love to get attention from all kinds of people and I m friendly with other dogs. I don t even mind cats! So what are you waiting for? Hurry on over and adopt me before someone else snaps me up! I m at Pender Humane Society and their phone number is 910-259-7022 in case you d like to ask them any other questions about sweet little me. I am sponsored in loving memory of Levi D. Hi, my name is Alice (35608354) and I m a Patchwork Siamese girl. I m gorgeous and have uniquely marked fur. Everyone here is perplexed as to why someone hasn t scooped me up yet. As always, it can be difficult for us older cats to compete with a shelter full of tiny kittens, but mature cats need love, too! If you are looking for a feline companion who has outgrown her kitten stage, I may be the one for you. I m at Onslow County Animal Services, located at 244 Georgetown Road in Jacksonville. For more information, please call the adoption desk at 910-937-1164 or 910-455-0182. You may also visit www.onslowcountync.gov/animalservices I am sponsored in honor of all the cats who are waiting for homes at the shelter. 4 www.pawprintsmagazine.com July 2017

A Not For Profit Service Organization Since 1971 Celebrating Over 45 Years of Service to Southeastern NC Agility Rally Obedience Traditional Obedience New Classes Starting July 31st Positive Training with Positive Results Practice Patience Praise For more information about Azalea Dog Training Club, please visit: Or call: www.adtc.us 910-392-2040

Volume 16 - Number 4 PawPrints Magazine Publishers / Editors Kelly Wall & Diane Pour Cover Photographer Michael Cline Photography 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 28406 910-264-3647 Email: pawprints@ec.rr.com www.pawprintsmagazine.com www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 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. 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. 2017 Zappareta Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part without prior written consent of publishers is prohibited. Please Recycle In This Issue Features: 38 14 19 Adoption Celebration......46 Calendar of Events....43 Paw ty of the Year....22 Spay/Neuter Options........23, 25 & 27 Animal Shelters & Organizations: Adoption Options... 8-9 Adopt-An-ANGEL........ 11 All 4 Cats... 13 Brunswick County Sheriff s Animal Protective Services... 15 Cat Adoption Team..... 17 Cat Tails.... 19 New Hanover Animal Services/Humane Society... 21 Onslow County Animal Services.. 29 PAW S Place....... 31 Pender County Animal Shelter.. 33 Pender Endangered Animal Rescue... 35 Pender Humane Society....... 37 Rescue Animals Community Effort.. 39 Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue..... 41 Miss Avis Davis Fund............ 42 Breed Rescues........... 45 39 37 36 July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 7

Adoption Options We are all from different Animal Rescues. Please read our stories! COLUMBUS HUMANE SOCIETY My name is Oswald and I m a great dog. I m a 1 to 2-year-old Shepherd mix who is good with other dogs and goats. I love to play and I love to be by your side. Once we ve bonded, I will be protective over our home. I love to run, I m easily teachable and I m eager to learn. I love to snuggle and play. I had an allergic reaction to some flea medicine and lost a lot of hair. But with the right treatment, I've gained it all back. I was diagnosed with Lyme Disease and I m being treated for it. I m a great dog and a wonderful addition to any loving family. To adopt me, please call 910-499-1148 today! CAROLINA ANIMAL PROTECTION SOCIETY Hi, my name is Bella. I am special because I am an orange Tabby female. I am about 9-years-old. I was turned over to CAPS in December because I was being bullied by other kitties. That means I would do best without any other animals but I really enjoy human company. Please contact CAPS if you are interested in meeting me or go to www.capsrescue.com and fill out an application to adopt me! If you have any questions, please contact my foster mom at 910-581-6398. ONSLOW COUNTY PARTNERS FOR ANIMAL WELFARE (OCPAW) My name is Sweet Annabell and my heart is filled with love for all of God's creatures. I am 3-years-old, 53 pounds and fully vetted. I am devoted and attentive and I love to please so much that I qualified for OCPAW's Guardian Angel Service Dog Program with trainer Sandra Harknett of Perfect Pooches. If you don't need a Service Dog, there are other programs like Therapy Dog, Agility Training or just being a Balanced dog with a Balanced owner. You will be able to choose one of these programs free of charge with my adoption fee. Please send me an application via our website at www.oc-paw.com or call 910-745-7930 to make arrangements to meet me. ANIMAL AVENGERS My name is Luca and I m a 1-year-old Husky and Border Collie mix. I am 40 pounds, vaccinated, neutered, on heartworm preventative, housetrained and crate-trained. I m in a foster home where I m doing great with clicker training. I would like an active family who likes to take me everywhere. I would be a great hiking buddy and would do great with agility challenges. I would not do well in a home with small children or other small pets that I would think are toys. To meet me, complete an application at animalavengersnc.org, call 910-777-7186 or email animalavengersnc@gmail.com. OPERATION TOPCAT I m Sabrina, a sweet Calico girl who is about 9-months-old. I was abandoned in a parking lot. An employee headed home, spotted me and took me home and contacted Topcat. I am spayed, vaccinated, and tested negative for Feline Leukemia and FIV. I m also microchipped. I m all ready for a safe inside home. I m ok with other calm cats but I haven t been around dogs. When I m happy, you can hear a trill that sounds like a little buzzing noise - it s really cute. It's my version of purring. If you are interested or would like to meet me, please send an email to otopcatnc@aol.com or call 910-200-0612. NHC RABBIT RESCUE OF WILMINGTON I m Pippin (RR84) and I m a 6-month-old Silver Fox Rabbit. I was dumped off at River Road park. Thankfully, a good Samaritan captured me. I was very skinny and almost a 0 on the body scale index. I only weighed 3.1 pounds. I was treated for mange, ear mites and a double ear infection. I ve been introduced to the litterbox and have progressed very well. I also gained weight rapidly once in foster care and have regained my health. I am very friendly and outgoing. Do you have it in your heart to adopt a sweet girl like me? Email NHCRabbitRescue@gmail.com, call 910-686-9171 or visit us at www.nhcrabbitrescue.com. 8 www.pawprintsmagazine.com July 2017

Adoption Options We are all from different Animal Rescues. Please read our stories! COASTAL CANINE RESCUE I m Nova, a 3-year-old Pit Bull mix who weighs 45 pounds. I had run out of time at a shelter, due to overcrowding, so CCR stepped in to save me! I am very friendly and love my foster brother. I m energetic and love to play. I ve been working on manners and leash walking but I m very smart and learn very quickly! I m very loving and have a great disposition. I m a fun, spunky little girl who will be a great family companion. I m up to date on shots, I ve been spayed, dewormed, tested negative for heartworms and am on monthly heartworm prevention. To meet me, email CoastalCanineRescue@ec.rr.com or call 910-470-5554. COASTAL ANIMAL RESCUE EFFORT (C.A.R.E.) Do you like redheads? Well, here I am! My name is Ludwig and I m a sweet young fella, orange in color, who was found by a good Samaritan after I was hit by a car. My broken leg is completely healed but I still have an eye defect from the accident. It doesn t stop me from playing and having lots of fun, though! I am very loving and friendly and I m ready to make Photo by Michael Cline Photography your family complete! Please call my friends at 910-256- 2624 or email care@aahpcr.com for more information or to submit an application for my adoption. SOUTHERN REPTILE SAVIORS RESCUE I am a 0.1 Lemonblast Ball Python. I am very docile and healthy. I came from a good home who could no longer take care of me. I'm currently hanging out at Southern Reptile Saviors Rescue and looking for my new forever home. Please call Bruce at 910-599-1418 if you would like to give me a home. You can see me and all my other reptile friends on www.southernreptile.com, or you can call Nicole from Southern Reptile Saviors Rescue Inc at 910-470-6299. A SHELTER FRIEND I am Tippy and I will speak for my look-a-like brother Tom. We are lucky kitties. Mom was a lady of the streets who will never appreciate the love of humans, but WE most certainly DO! We are loving snuggle-bunnies who are spayed (me) and neutered (Tom) and vaccinated and ready to add instant love and joy to your home! We can be adopted separately but would promise to entertain you forever if we were adopted together. Please call our foster mom, Sherry, at 910-231-4913 to learn more about us. Visit A Shelter Friend online at www.ashelterfriend.org and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ashelterfriend. FUREVER FRIENDS ANIMAL RESCUE My name is Jenny and I was born on February 9, 2017 and I weigh 3 whole pounds. I have no use of my right front leg. All of the nerves and tendons are torn on my right shoulder. It will require amputation when I m older. I can be adopted now and FFAR will pay for the amputation when it is time. I m a sweet, happy-go-lucky, little kitten who needs a home. I love everyone and will be a fabulous addition to a loving, caring family. If you're interested in adopting me, call 910-383-2100 or stop by Capeside Cat Care in Leland to meet me. PAWSITIVE PARTNERS PRISON PROGRAM I m Spruce, a 1½-year-old Shepherd mix boy who is a well-behaved and laid-back fellow. My inmate trainer, under the supervision of Monty s Home volunteers, are teaching me all my basic commands as well as a few tricks. They ll have me walking nicely on a leash and teach me my all-important doggy manners. I am microchipped, neutered, cratetrained, and vaccinated. Now all I need to make my life complete is a forever home. If you think you could be the one, visit www.montyshome.org, call 703-864-5754, or email adopt@montyshome.org. July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 9

Dineen Animal Hospital 1132 Floral Parkway - Wilmington, NC 28403 JEFF J. DINEEN, D.V.M. BETSY BURBANK, D.V.M. EVE MILLS, D.V.M. (910) 799-3400 Cats ~ Dogs Hello there! My name is SOL, and I would love to meet you! I was taken in by my friends at Wilmington Animal Healthcare, but now it is time for me to find my forever family! I am a loving and gentle lady; I would thoroughly enjoy curling up with my new human and providing them with plenty of snuggles and kisses! I am roughly 7-yearsold, spayed, and up to date on my vaccines and heartworm prevention. I really love all humans, but I would prefer to be the only dog in my new family. If you would like to meet me or would like further information, please call Wilmington Animal Healthcare at 910-791-7101, or stop by and say hi! I am sponsored by Wilmington Animal Healthcare. Thank you! My name is Zephyr and I am simply a joy! You ve just got to come visit and spend some time with me. If you do, you ll see what a well-trained and friendly boy I am. I ll sit on command for you, just like I m doing in my photo. And when you take me for a walk around the grounds, you ll see that I m leash-trained, too. And don t worry, I m also house-trained! They tell me I m a Shepherd mix, just 2-years-old, and I m already neutered and vaccinated. I do have heartworms, but Pender Humane Society has already begun the treatment and they are covering the costs so my new family doesn t even have to worry about that. Visit me today and let me show you why I m the best friend you re looking for. If you have questions, call Pender Humane Society at 910-259-7022. Sponsored by Your Friends at Pender Humane Society s Furry Friend's Re-sale Shop. We Care!! Best Pet Boarding Value in Wilmington! $25 per night for any size dog We board cats, too. -Now Offering-: Punch Cards: Stay 14 nights total and get 15th FREE Stay 7 consecutive nights and get a FREE bath! 910-622-6219 www.acountrykennel.com 6603 Market Street Unit 3, Wilmington, NC 10 www.pawprintsmagazine.com July 2017

Please call 910-392-0557 to adopt us! Adopt-An-ANGEL My name is Liesel. I am a very nice retired mother cat. I am also last year's kitten who was adopted on Craig's List as a free kitten. My owner didn't get me spayed and when I grew older and lost my kitten cuteness, she put me outside. I got pregnant and had a litter of kittens of my own. When that happened, she rounded us all up and took us to the animal shelter. That was a few months ago and luckily, Adopt-An-ANGEL had a foster home open and took me in. My foster mom raised my kittens, got them all fixed and found them homes. Now, I am fixed too, but I am still looking for my family. I spend week after week at adoption fairs and no one even gives me a second glance. They scoop up all the kittens and I m left behind to wish them well. I pray they found better homes than I did. It's hard to be just 1-year-old and considered too old. But, I don't let this get me down. I know that somewhere, someday, someone will be my hero. Please come see me at Petco in Wilmington on Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 5pm. We are Laverne & Shirley. I m Laverne and I m mostly white and pictured below me is Shirley. She is black and white. We are last year s kittens who were returned a year later. We are so sad to be sitting homeless again. We don t have to be adopted together, but it would be great if it happened. However, we know it s hard to compete with all the cute kittens at these adoption fairs. So, if even one of us could be adopted, we would be happy for the other and we would CHEER! We are friendly, quiet, and so loving and gentle. Please come meet us at Petco in Wilmington. We wait week after week for that special person who will actually commit to us for a lifetime - not just a year. Hi everyone! My name is Bernie! I m an amazing boy who is gentle, sweet, friendly, house-trained, easy-going, and wellmannered. I m even good with cats, dogs and kids, too. I am approximately 50 pounds and 5-years-old. I just know you will love me! If you would like to meet a middle-aged, settled dog, please call my Adopt- An-ANGEL foster mom, Jill, at 910-620-3783. My friends call me Dolph. I am a great dog. I am mid-sized with a fantastic, even temperament. I seem to do well with other dogs and kids, too. I haven't been around cats. I walk well on a leash with a moderate energy level. I am a well-socialized and an overall happy-go-lucky guy. Come meet me at Petco on weekends or call my Adopt-An- ANGEL foster mom, Jill, at 910-620-3783. My name is Precious and I m a 10-month-old Boxer and Pit mix. I came into Adopt- An-ANGEL after I was hit by a car. I had a broken leg and some road rash but that has all healed now. That means I m available for adoption today. I am a playful, friendly and typical teenage puppy. I love to cuddle and be near my family. I am crate-trained and leash-trained, too. If you would like to meet me, please call my Adopt-An-ANGEL foster mom, Sherry, at 910-523-1254. P.O. Box 15095, Wilmington, NC 28408 http://www.adoptanangel.net July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 11

Please call 919-710-3872 to adopt us! All 4 Cats Hello, I'm Gloria. I'm pretty much the purrfect cat - if I do say so myself. So what are you waiting on? Come and meet me and all of my adorable friends at the Monkey Junction Petsmart (Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 4pm). Call 919-710-3872 for more info or check out our Facebook page: All4CatsRescue. I m already spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. In addition to being a loving and protective mother, I m an energetic and playful young cat. My name is Snickerdoodle and I very much enjoy chasing cat teasers - like feathered fishing wands. I also like being rewarded with treats after I catch and drag my prey toy. I m not at all wild and I very much like to be picked up and loved on. I m even happy being brushed. My markings are distinct, including one hind leg that looks to be straight from a ginger or orange Tabby. I m elegant, slender and long and always love a window seat. I m Misty and I'm pretty much the purrfect cat - if I must say so myself, so what are you waiting on? I am waiting on a home without dogs. Cats are OK, if I have to share your attention (and as long as they leave me alone). Kids, well now, I LOVE little humans! Come and meet me and all of my adorable friends at the Monkey Junction Petsmart on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 4pm. Hello, my name is Charlie but you can call me Charming Charlie because that's what I am! Sweet and charming. I prefer human attention over anything, even food. I like to hang out inside or out...anywhere you are! I am neutered and up to date on my shots. Please call 919-710-3872 to set an appointment to visit with me. My name is Quiana and I'm pretty much the purrfect cat - if I do say so myself. I'm a great companion, I love attention and I m good with older kids. So, what are you waiting on? I am spayed, up to date on my vaccines and ready for you! Come and meet me and all of my friends at the Monkey Junction Petsmart on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 4pm. Are you looking for a ray of Sunshine? Well, here I am! My name is Sunshine and I will add a brightness to your day. I am spayed, up to date on vaccines, tolerate dogs and cats, but really love my humans. My name is Cato and I am a gentlemanly 14-year-old kitty. My owner died so I am looking for a comfortable lap to curl up in. I love attention, am neutered and up to date on my shots. Please contact 919-710-3872 to set a time to meet me. Visit us at http://www.facebook.com/all4catsrescue & http://www.all4cats.org July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 13

Hello friends. I am Bear, a handsome, loving, happy and gentle-spirited boy. I am a 60 pound Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Siberian Husky mix. My foster mom ran a DNA test on my sister. I was born 10/10/16. I am vaccinated, neutered, on heartworm prevention, and a big lover of treats. I have a lot of playful energy. I have been living in my foster home since 2/17, with three of my litter mates. I was shy and timid at first, but I have become very healthy and have more confidence now. I would be happiest in a kind family that would want to share loving attention and give me plenty of walks and exercise. I sleep indoors in a kennel at night, and alternate inside and outside during the day. I need work on my house-training and more one on one attention. My foster mom loves me dearly, but she already adopted 4 others and we each deserve our fair share of attention. A fenced in backyard would be great. I mostly prefer to be inside with my family with visits outside into the yard or on a walk. I will greet you with a smile and lots of licks every time you see me. My brother, Beau (on page 28), is also available for adoption. We do not resemble one another but we are full brothers. If you are interested in a playful pair of brothers, we get along well. We would also do well independently. Please call 910-264-7298 if you are interested in me. Johnsons Corner Grill and Convenience Store Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Served All Day Pay at the Pump Open 24 Hours 910-259-4367 9031 US Hwy 421, Currie, NC Open 7 days a week! Monday - Saturday 4:30am to 8pm Sunday 6:30am to 8pm Hey again, it s me, Marley man. By the time you read this, I will be recovering from surgery. I pulled my ACL earlier this year. I guess all my years of playing fetch so hard caught up to me. For now, I am recovering at Paws Place, but it would be extra special if my new family would be able to care for me in the comfort of my own home. I am a 3-year-old, Lab/Chow mix and I keep seeing friends at Paws Place come and go, wondering when it will be my turn. I would do best in a home without young children and with a family who has had a lot of experience with dogs. I will be relaxing in my kennel when you come see me, but that won t stop me from giving you a big wet kiss! For adoption info or directions to the shelter, please call Paws Place at 910-845-7297. I am sponsored in honor of all the people who lovingly care for the dogs at Paws Place.

Brunswick County Sheriff s Animal Protective Services Please call 910-754-8204 to adopt us! OPEN SATURDAYS! Hello! I m Fern (A097220) and I m a 1-year-old spayed girl with a beautiful and silky long-haired grey coat. I am simply stunning, settled and easy to handle. I m young enough to be playful yet old enough to be content lying in the sun. I love human company and will be a great addition to just about any family! At just about 2-months-old, I m a spectacular black and white kitten boy named JoJo (A097258)! My markings are beautiful, my sweet personality is just coming through and all my friends at the shelter think I'll be a great personal assistant" for just about anyone. It s me, Figaro (A097773)! I m a Black Lab mix and I don t mind telling you that I m as sweet as pie. I love to give kisses and HUGS!!! I m a gentle boy, easy-going, smart (I learned how to sit on command in just one hour) and I m great with other dogs! I am also drop-dead gorgeous. Hurry on over today and let s get acquainted! Hi there! I m a really good boy and my name is Finn (A097633)! I m a Bloodhound and Red Tick mix, just 3-years-old. I m sweet as a Hound knows how to be and will be a great all-around family dog. Come on over to the play yard and let s toss a few balls around. You ll see what an adorable, good-natured and friendly fellow I am. Next thing you know, we might be riding back home in the car together! Visit our Facebook page for Adoption Fair events and to see other animals up for adoption. Our Facebook page is: Brunswick Sheriff's Animal Adoption Page I m one of the cutest kittens around and my name is Nick (A096942)! My fur is a silky grayish-black and my age is just 8-weeks-old. Like all kittens, I am very silly and very sweet and there s nothing I want more in the world than to be part of a loving family. Hey guys! My name is Betsy (A097688). I am a 3-year-old, spayed Chihuahua mix girl with a full figure and a full heart. I am a little shy when you first meet me, but after a couple treats and a short walk, I open right up and am ready to make sweet bonds. I d love to be part of a calm home with wonderful folks. Are you looking for someone to bond with? 429 Greenswamp Road Supply, NC 28462 http://aps.brunswicksheriff.com July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 15

ORRELL & REINER, P.C. Certified Public Accountants P.O. Box 4054 Wilmington, NC 28406 Robert H. Orrell, III, CPA Anne W. Reiner, CPA Tel. 910-799-3611 Let me help you provide for ALL of your family, INCLUDING your pets! When you aren't here to help them, you can still provide for them with a pet conscious Will/Trust. Jeffrey R. Baker, Attorney 33 years Experience All Family/Domestic/Divorce/Custody Wills, Trusts and Estates 910-763-3448 jeffb28451@yahoo.com Waiting and......dreaming of a home. I m Conor, a sweet baby Beagle who will steal your heart! I was born with a cleft palate and was unable to nurse from my mother. The volunteers of CARE and the staff at Atlantic Animal Hospital signed up for rotating care and late night feedings to make sure I had the best chance to survive. As you can see, they succeeded! I m now a 13-week-old Beagle mix boy and I m almost ready to have surgery to repair my nose and palate. Once I'm healed, I ll be ready for a forever home. During my time with CARE volunteers, I have been around other dogs, cats, kids and bunnies, so I m prepared for just about anyone in your home. Email carewilmington@yahoo.com or call 910-256-2624 to apply for my adoption or for more info. I am sponsored by Atlantic Animal Hospital who supports Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.). My name is Spanky and I am a 4-year-old pudgy Tabby who you will absolutely LOVE. I have an amazing personality and I get along well with everyone and everything. I am already fixed and vaccinated. I am homeless because my owner died. Please come meet me at Petsense in Wilmington. If you d like to know more about the adoption process, call Adopt-An-ANGEL at 910-392-0557 or visit us online at www.adoptanangel.net. I m sponsored in honor of all the wonderful foster mommies and daddies who care for homeless animals. A portion of the proceeds from every real estate closing goes to local animal rescues. SHARI CUTTING ABR, CNE REALTOR / BROKER 910.859.1089 shari@sharicutting.com 16 www.pawprintsmagazine.com July 2017

CAT: Cat Adoption Team Please call 910-792-9014 to adopt us! We re at Petsmart 7 days a week. Bailey is my name and I m a beauty! At 1-yearold, I m a dilute Calico girl who recently arrived at the CAT Adoption Center. My owners were evicted, so I needed to find a new home on short notice. I m a well-adjusted cat who is sweet, curious, and I love to play with catnip toys. I m also spayed, litterbox-trained and up to date on vaccinations. I am ready for my new forever home! Give me a chance, and you will be repaid with lots of love. Foster homes needed for MOMMA CATS and KITTENS, just until they re weaned! Call 910-599-2755 for more information. Hi, we re Emerson and Jack, and we re 3-month-old gray Tabby brothers. Our sister Sophie, in the background, has been adopted. We two precious babies are lively, sweet, and good with dogs! We hope we will get to stay together or, at the very least, go to a home where we have another playmate for endless fun and company. We are now at Petsmart on New Centre Drive, so come visit us and all the others waiting here! Hello, my name is Penny! I m a black and white girl, about 2 to 3-yearsold. I m shy at first, but once I warm up to you, I will sit on your lap to be petted. I like giving kisses and will talk and chirp when I play. I love hiding and sleeping underneath blankets and bed sheets. I get along with other cats, I love canned food, and I have excellent litter habits. Please, won t you give a sweet and loving girl like me the wonderful home I deserve? Hello! We re Eliza and Emily, two adorable Calico kitten sisters, just 3-months-old. We were recently adopted together by a lovely family, only to be returned because the daughter turned out to be highly allergic to cats. We are as sweet as can be, lively, playful, and a joy to have. We re back at the CAT adoption center at PetSmart on New Centre Drive, so hurry and meet us, we re such a lovely pair! We two gorgeous girls are both growing so fast and are ready to love you for the rest of our lives. I m a sweet mommy cat named Melrose! I ve done a fine job raising five beautiful kittens. I deserve a home of my own, and you deserve me as a loving companion! I m a beautiful orange Tabby who is sweet and affectionate. I may be fine in a multi-animal household if introduced slowly. If you are interested in meeting me, please call 910-599-2755. I m Nissan, a 3-month-old buff orange Tabby boy. I was found under a car with my right ear partially burned off. I probably took a ride in the car's engine and I m lucky to be alive, unlike my sibling, sadly. Despite my close call, I m hopeful about being adopted by a loving family who will bring much joy and love into my life and help me forget this terrible experience. After some TLC at my foster home, I ll soon be available for adoption. You can visit the Cat Adoption Team's Facebook page or call 910-599-2755 for an update. Wilmington, NC http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/nc55.html July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 17

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Please call 910-253-1375 to adopt us! Cat Tails My name is Tink. Someone asked Cat Tails if they could take in a little orange kitten. It must have taken them a long time to drive here because I m about 1-year-old. Fortunately, Cat Tails could still take me in. I am too sweet and too beautiful to send away! I have a dark orange, marbled coat with white trim and I love attention. If you sit down for a single minute, I ll be on your lap until you push me off. I m Dapple. I m a beautiful, brown-spotted Tabby girl who looks a lot like a Bengal mix. I m 9-years-old, but I m in great shape! My problem is that I m a little shy. I love people but I m scared of dogs and other cats. I don t fight, just hide, so I need an adopter who will give me the time and space to adjust to my new world. Finally, I ve retired! I raised three of my own babies and then I raised two foster kittens. That was a lot of meals, a lot of baths, a lot of naps and a lot of playing but it was worth it to see all of those babies going home with their adoptive families. Enough of that, it s my turn now! There will be no more babies! I m a 2-year-old Torti named Dixie who is exceptionally sweet. I d love to be part of your family. I was really in trouble! I had a bad upper respiratory infection. My eyes were glued shut and I could hardly breathe. I had a high fever and was emaciated. Oh, and with all this, I was wandering around a gas station. Luckily, someone scooped me up before I was hit by a car! Now, I have a name, Zandy, and I m a beautiful, healthy, 4-month-old Calico kitten. My only worry now is finding a forever home. Hello, my name is Watson and I m the 4-month-old brown Tabby pictured on the left. I m a quiet, gentle, wellbehaved boy. The flashy looking Tabby with the white blaze and white feet pictured on the right is my brother, Widget. He is a wild child. He isn t bad, he just needs to be reminded about how to behave when he s playing with other cats because he sometimes gets too rough. We re sort of the yin and yang our room at the shelter - opposites but we complement each other. Having the two of us at your house would really be fun. They call me Katze. My name is German for cat but I m not German, I m really from around here. I m a 5-month-old Calico and Tabby mix. Around Cat Tails, I m known for my cat tail. I should be the mascot because my tail is bushy and very long even longer than my body! When you come to meet me, you ll love it. If you take me home, you can admire it every day. 6622 Beach Drive SW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469 www.cattails.org July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 19

Jack Jill Hi, my name is Jack and this is my sister, Jill! As you can see, I m an above average looking boy. I love cramming myself into boxes and I ll snuggle with just about anyone. I ve even been known to play the cello on occasion. I m not one bit shy, and I m used to a lively household. By the way, I m pretty dog savvy but I ve been declawed so you ll have to keep me indoors only! My sister, Jill, has the bluest eyes ever and her fur is long and silky soft. She s an active girl who likes to practice yoga whenever a mat is left out. She can often be found perched on top of cabinets and refrigerators. Some may say she s prissy but I think she just has high standards and deserves a lot of attention from humans (she a lap cat who loves to snuggle). We are both 3-years-old, tested negative for FeLV/FIV, vaccinated, fixed and declawed. If you or someone you know is interested in adopting either one of us sweet babies, please contact Carolina Beach Animal Hospital at 910-458-3000, or submit an adoption application directly online at www.carolinabeachanimalhospital.com. We are sponsored by Carolina Beach Animal Hospital. Thank you! Hi, my name is Diamond and I am a 6-year-old male Great Dane. My previous owner surrendered me to a shelter and the nice people at Great Dane Friends of Ruff Love took me in. I have settled into my foster home and boy, is it awesome! In my foster home, we have this thing called a couch. I didn t know anything could be so soft and comfortable! I don't enjoy riding in the car as much as I enjoy lounging on the couch, but my foster dad says I'm still a good boy. I am drawn to men more than women, but hey, if you want to pet and love on me, then I'm not too picky. My foster dad has this thing called a cat, but I don't see what the fascination is with it. I would rather just lay on my couch and get loved on. I don t like being left alone at home for long periods of time, so I m looking for a loving and structured forever home where my new parents will take the time to continue loving me and helping me trust people. For an adoption application, please email greatdanefriend@yahoo.com, call 704-584-9257 or visit www.greatdanefriends.com. I am sponsored by the Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar in Carolina Beach. Thank you!

New Hanover County Humane Society Looking for a sweetheart to spend your life with? How about me! I m Little Sister and I m a 1½-year-old spayed girl with beautiful jet black fur. I am friendly to people and I like other cats and even dogs! I live inside-only and am vaccinated and litterbox-trained. Please come to the shelter and get to know me! What s that up in the sky? Is it a bird, a plane, or...no, it s a toy! I want it! My name is Willie Nelson and I m a 4½-year-old orange Tabby boy who never met a toy I didn t like. I m a very social, out-going and friendly cat who is ready-made to slide into your family and be right at home. I m not one of those kitties who hides under the bed. I like to be out and about with my people! And I don t just reserve my friendliness for humans, I get along well with other cats and dogs, too! I am used to living indoors-only and am neutered, vaccinated and litterbox-trained. I d love to be On the Road Again in a car on the way to my new house! The 2017 Attractions Dining and Value Guide is available for purchase at the New Hanover Humane Society. Each book features hundreds of your favorite places and thousands of dollars in savings. $25.00. It s a great birthday gift! Call 910-763-6692 to adopt us! 2405 North 23rd St. Wilmington, NC 28401 www.nhumanesoc.com Sheriff s Animal Services Unit My name is Brandy Ann (A357330) and I m looking for a committed, loving relationship. I was picked up as a stray. When I was scanned for a microchip, the shelter was able to contact my family - only to find out they could no longer care for me. I m an 8-year-old girl who is vaccinated and spayed. I would be happiest being your only dog so that I can give you all of my heart. I ve been super sad being in a cage but when you visit, take me in the play yard and watch me come to life. I m very sweet and would love it if you d come out to the shelter during the hours of 11am to 3:30pm Monday through Friday or 10am to 2pm on Saturdays to adopt me. My name is Max (A359706) and I m a handsome fellow who is happy-go-lucky. I do well with children, other dogs, cats and kids but I will need to see a trainer as my former family didn't spend time training me. I ll also need a fenced in yard to play in. If my sweet face has caught your attention, please do stop in and meet me. I m a terrific girl named Ember (A349242). I m a 2-year-old German Shepherd mix. I m dreaming of finding a wonderful family. I have not had as much training and socialization as I should have and therefore, I m looking for someone with German Shepherd experience. I am eager to please and want to continue my training. I would like my new home to have a fenced back yard. I m a great pooch, I just need some extra attention to smooth out the rough edges! Please stop in and ask shelter staff about me. I ve already been fixed and vaccinated so we can get this party started now! Call 910-798-7500 to adopt us! 180 Division Dr. Wilmington, NC 28401 www.petfinder.com/shelters/nc700.html July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 21

Are you looking for a sweet companion to relax with? My name is Caroline and I m an older lady who just enjoys the company of my human and relaxing in the sun. I am 13-years-old, spayed, and up to date on vaccinations. I love to snuggle with you in bed and want nothing more than your attention. My current family is moving and they are unable to take me, so I m looking to find a new loving home. I am a frequent boarder here so the folks here can assure you that I m a sweet girl! I do not like to be around children and it isn t known how I will be around other animals. I am predisposed to urinary issues but that is easily managed with a urinary tract friendly food. If you or someone you know is interested in adopting me, please submit an adoption application directly online at www.carolinabeachanimalhospital.com or contact Carolina Beach Animal Hospital at 910-458-3000. I am sponsored by Cindy Meyers in loving memory of Harley and Murphy.

My name is Sweet Annabell. + + + + + I was either tied with a small piece of rope on the porch or kept in a small pen 24/7 regardless of the weather. My heart is filled with love for all of God's creatures. I am just so happy to be with kind people, children and other animals that I sometimes think my heart is the only thing inside my body. I am 3-yearsold, 53 pounds and fully vetted. I am devoted and attentive and I love to please so much that I qualified for OCPAW's Guardian Angel Service Dog Program with trainer Sandra Harknett of Perfect Pooches. If you don't need a Service Dog, there are other programs like Therapy Dog, Agility Training or just being a Balanced dog with a Balanced owner. You will be able to choose one of these programs free of charge with my adoption fee. That's why I think I'm one lucky dog! Please send me an application via our website at http://www.oc-paw.com or call 910.745.7930 and leave a message to make arrangements to meet me at PetMart in Sneads Ferry. + + + + + + + + + + OCPAW can help you find a home for those lost and abandoned animals plus our low cost Spay/Neuter Program for Onslow residents is available.

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Hi, I m Beau, a gorgeous brindle boy. I am Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Siberian Husky mix. My foster mom ran a DNA test on my sister. I was born 10/10/16. I am vaccinated, neutered, on heartworm prevention, and a big fan of treats. I have a lot of playful energy and adjust easily. I have been living in my foster home since 2/17, with three of my litter mates. I would be happiest in a kind family that would want to share loving attention and give me plenty of walks and exercise. I sleep indoors in a kennel at night, and alternate inside and outside during the day. I need work on my house-training and more one on one attention. My foster mom loves me dearly, but she already adopted 4 others and we each deserve our fair share of attention. A fenced in backyard would be great. I mostly prefer to be inside with the family with visits outside into the yard or on a walk. I am 45 pounds and I have beautiful, unique fur and amazing eyes. My brother, Bear (on page 14), is also available for adoption. We do not resemble one another but we are full brothers. If you are interested in a playful pair of brothers, we get along well. We would also do well independently. Please call 910-264-7298 if you are interested in me. Voted Best Pizza & Best Late Night Eatery Largest Tequila Selection in Wilmington Dine in or Take out - Lunch Dinner & Late Night 11:30am until 3am 7 days a week - 365 a year! THREE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS 125 Market Street Historic Downtown Wilmington 910-251-9444 Pine Valley Corner of 17th Street Extension & College Road 910-799-1399 1437 Military Cutoff Rd. Next to PT's Grill on the way to Wrightsville Beach 910-256-2229 www.grabslice.com Look into my eyes, what do you see?! My name is Arlo and my big blue eyes could put you in a trance! I am a Husky/Coonhound mix boy. I lucked out and got those famous Husky eyes! I was surrendered to Paws Place at the end of May and I am already neutered, up to date on all my shots, and even microchipped! The last thing on my check list is a family to call my own. I am 8-months-old and attach myself to my humans and can be protective of my person. Looking for a by you dog? Come see these big blue eyes for yourself, it will be hard not to get lost in them! For driving directions or adoption information, please call Paws Place at 910-845-7297. I am sponsored in loving memory of Grace Harrington.

PAW S Place Send inquiries for adoption to info@pawsplace.org or call 910-845-7297. Nova here! I am what the ladies at Paws Place call a wiggle but!!! I am only 7-months-old so if you are looking for a puppy (but not too puppyish), I am your gal! I get extra excited when humans come into my kennel but don t let that scare you! I listen well and would do great with training. I am a Black Mouth Cur/Shepherd mix, newly spayed. Did I mention I get along with other dogs? Come see me at the new Paws Place facility soon! I am Bernie, one of several precious puppies here at Paws Place. I was named Bernie because I look kind of like a Bernese Mountain Dog but I am not! Me and my siblings are Blue Heeler mixes. Recently we had our first ever bath. I was not a huge fan but I am sure I will get used to it as I get older. The older we get, the more our personalities start to show! I love to wrestle and chew toys but my most favorite thing to do is snuggle up with my brothers and sisters on a big stuffed animal. Our humans say it is so cute! Come to the kennel and check us out in action! Soon we will be spayed and neutered and ready to go home with our lucky new families! Oh, Micki, you re so fine, you re so fine you blow my mind. Hey Micki! You guessed it! Micki is my name and I am pretty much your typical mutt. Although, I do have features similar to a Basset Hound or maybe a Beagle? Yeah, sure, let s go with that! I am 2-years-old and the perfect size. I weigh around 40 pounds but am still considered a small dog. I do great with other dogs and even cats! I have lived in a home in my previous life and have very nice manners. I would be a great family dog and all I want is some love. Come meet me! Greetings! I m Zena, a 2-year-old Lab/Pointer mix girl with loads of energy. I would love to go home with a family who has a big back yard. Even though my energy level is high, I enjoy a good cuddle. I wiggle my booty when I see you at my kennel and when you are in with me I melt in your lap. It is simply irresistible and you must come out to see for yourself. Looking for an energetic dog with a lot of love to give?! I am your girl! Mugsy the Pugsy is what they call me. My humans at Paws Place think I am so funny but I don t see it, for me it is just another day in the life of a senior Pug. I am 11-years-old and boy, do I love attention. If you know the noises Pug s make, that is what I do when my humans leave my side. I have a lot of separation anxiety but I just can t help it. I was in my forever home until my owner passed away. Paws Place is helping me find my next family to live out my senior years with. I am fully vetted and microchipped and I would do best with a family that is home most of the day. Are you a Pug lover? I get to hang out in the office at the kennel so that is where you ll find me! I will be waiting! Hank is my name and being super handsome is my game! I m a 1-year-old Yellow Lab mix who is up to date on shots and already neutered. My human friends here tell me that I look and act like a former Paws Place resident named Sally. They say I am just as sweet as her and I have the energy level to match! I m now accepting application for my new family, so please come on out to the kennel real soon and let s meet! 242 George II Hwy, Winnabow, NC 28479 www.pawsplace.org July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 29

Milo Mitzi Please allow us to introduce ourselves! We are siblings Milo, Mitzie, Mandi and Mia. We are all looking for our furever homes. We four kittens have been neutered, spayed and vaccinated by All 4 Cats. However, we all Mandi tested positive for FIV and Feline Leukemia except for Mandi who is FIV positive only. We really would like new homes with other cats who are positive or in homes where we are the only cats. Given care and kept indoors, we can live long and Mia happy lives! To adopt one, two, or all four of us, please call our sponsor at 910-262-8890. We will give you all the love you need! I am Milo, a ginger and white boy. The pretty, long-haired Tortie is my sweet sister, Mitzie. The taller Tabby with white fur and the fuzzy tail is my very active sister, Mandi (who is FIV positive only) and the little orange and gray ticked Tabby is my sister, Mia. Please give us a chance!! We are sponsored by Sharon Harmon and Barbara Blandine. Thank you! Coastal Engraving Full color pictures of pets or other photos on mugs, mouse pads, coasters, refrigerator magnets and more. South Kerr Business Center 118-A South Kerr Avenue Wilmington, NC Pet ID Tags Trophies Plaques Signs Pet Memorials Rubber Stamps Name Badges 910-392-5340 www.coastalengraving.com Hi, I'm Brady. I'm as sweet as they come and love to give kisses. The house life is new to me but I'm trying really hard to make my foster mom happy. I love my people and if I had my way, I'd never leave their side. This cuddling thing is new to me but I think I really like it! All I want to do is please them. I know to potty outside, I like the comfort of my crate, and I m working on what they call manners? I'm not sure why but I can't help myself to snacks. They feed me really well though and I'm working on waiting for treats instead of finding them on my own. I also like to show my love and excitement for people when I meet them. I love going on walks in the neighborhood, there are so many little humans who love to pet me and give me attention - I'm always up for a good belly rub. I currently live with my son and a foster brother and think playing with puppies is the best! My foster brother is young and barks at me all the time but I do my best to ignore his antics because I know my foster mom gets upset with him for being annoying. I've also had a weekend getaway and got to meet other mature dogs and they were super fun to hang out with. I can't wait to give my furever family lots of kisses! For an explanation of our adoption process, application, and fees, visit www.meritpitbullfoundation.com, email info@mpbf.org or call 336-618-PITT. I am sponsored by Robyn Davis in memory of Lilo.

Onslow County Animal Services Call 910-937-1164 or 910-455-0182 or email animalcontrol@onslowcountync.gov to adopt! My name is Blue (35320454) and I m waiting patiently for a family to give me a second chance at happiness. It has been more than a month since I arrived at the shelter. I m such a good boy. I know how to sit and take treats gently and I'm working very hard on improving my leash manners. I m doing wonderfully on a harness! I m always happy to get attention and wag all over with joy when someone stops by my kennel. At 6-years of age, sometimes I do not understand my own strength and size, so a home with older, respectful children would be best for me. I do well with other dogs and I m really hoping for a family to love. Are you the family for me? Hi, I m Karla (35351896)! I am a super sweet, little lady full of love. My tail is always wagging and I absolutely adore my humans. Do not try to tell me that I am not a lap dog, because I won t believe you. I love getting love and am a cuddly young pup! I am a playful girl, I like to play fetch and I would be a great walking partner. I am very well-behaved on leash, too! I am looking for an active, affectionate family to share my heart. Will you bring me home? Like all Hound friends, I m a sweet and gentle boy named Rasputin (35407115). As a pack loving Hound, I need a home with other dogs to best succeed. I will also need a home with a big fenced yard where I will be free to run, explore, follow my nose and nap in the sun. If you are looking for a loving, loyal companion, ask for me! I tested positive for heartworms and they will need to be treated. The good news is that the cost of treatment will be sponsored by Friends of Animal Services. Please call the shelter if you would like to know more about me. My name is Fern (35423748) and I m a beautiful girl in need of some TLC. I am calm, gentle, and love to be loved. I may not look perfect right now, but with just a little love and care, I will shine. I walk nicely on a leash with no jumping or pulling. I know how to sit for treats, and even though I love them, I am very patient and gentle when taking snacks. I am looking for a lap to lay my head in and a safe, loving home to call my own. I haven t had things easy in life so I really want to find the happiness and love I deserve. I m a sweet, little girl named Zuni (35465599) and I m a playful, active, zippy little pooch. I am looking for a family who will take me on adventures, play endless games of fetch and shower me with lots of love! I do well with other dogs, I love everyone I meet, and I m filled with a love for life. A family who will allow for lots of activity will be best. If you are looking for a little dog with a big personality, I m your girl. I m a 4-year-old Hound who is full of surprises. My name is Kala (35497120) and while I may not appear to be an active pup, I can leap a 5-foot fence in a single bound! Hounds need to run and explore, so a large fenced yard with a 6-foot fence is required to keep me happy and safe. I will need to go to a home with a canine sibling (or two, or three), and someone experienced with the quirky Hound breed would be a plus. I am ready and waiting for my family to come. Meet me today! 244 Georgetown Rd., Jacksonville, NC www.onslowcountync.gov/animalservices July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 31

I am a gorgeous kitty named Boo. I am a 7-year-old Himalayan. I am gorgeous, but I can be feisty! I am looking for that cat person who would absolutely love me and understand typical cat behavior. I am probably not suited for a home with kids or dogs, but I do well with other cats. Please come meet me at PetSense in Wilmington. If you d like to inquire about the adoption process, call Adopt-An-ANGEL at 910-392-0557 or visit us online at www.adoptanangel.net. I am sponsored by Perry Davis. Thank you! Don't let the sad expression give you the wrong impression! My name is Holly and I'm the sweetest, most affectionate girl around! Yes - I can be a little "excitable" sometimes - but I am doing really well on my leash walking as well as my commands. I have been working extra hard on the agility course and I'm doing great with it, too! I would definitely prefer a big fenced-in yard to play in but, if you don't mind, no cats or small dogs, please. I am 2½-years-old, spayed and vaccinated. All I need now is a new home! If you d like to meet me and need driving directions, please give SOAR a call at 910-457-6340. I ll be ready and waiting for you! I am sponsored by SOAR in loving memory of all their wonderful, furry friends who made it safely to the Rainbow Bridge. 32 www.pawprintsmagazine.com July 2017

Pender County Animal Shelter Please call 910-259-1484 or email jhorton@pendercountync.gov to adopt us! Now this is the kind of face you d like to wake up to in the morning, isn t it? It s so kissable! My name is Tiffany (A025814) and I m a young, mixed breed girl of smallish stature who would love to be the best friend you re searching for! Please hop in the car and take a ride to the shelter. We can visit and get to know one another in the play yard! OPEN ON SATURDAYS! Noon to 4pm OPEN ON SUNDAYS! 1pm to 4pm Please Adopt! WE RE OVERCROWDED AND NEAR CAPACITY. Oh, how I d love to find myself at home with you, cuddling on the couch or taking a walk around our fabulous neighborhood! I m Tucker (A025715) and I m a 2-year-old Walker Hound boy. Adopt me now so we can spend lots of years making tons of memories. I m such a friendly and sweet fellow and I ll be so grateful to you for being my rescuer! I m such a beautiful girl with my soft, brown eyes and satin ears. How can it be that I have no family to love me? My name is Blaze (A025762) and I m young at just 3-years-old. They tell me I m a Walker Hound and everyone knows that I m one of the sweetest girls you could adopt. Hello there! My name is Guinness (A025670) and I m a black and tan Coonhound with a sweet and friendly personality, not to mention handsome good looks! Just think what a fine pair we ll make as we stroll though the neighborhood together or go for a walk on the beach. Wow, I m looking forward to it! So please hurry! And guess what, I AM SPONSORED which means that there is no cost at all to adopt me! I m Bogart (A025522) and my shelter friends would like you to know that I m a HUGE love bug and EXTREMELY friendly. So why am I alone in a shelter rather than at home with you? Won t you come adopt me? I m a 7-year-old Lab mix found as a stray and I m a nice, medium-sized boy at 60 pounds. The truth is that I m simply adorable and a great companion! I am house-trained and a great friend to other dogs, so how did I end up as a stray? It is obvious to everyone that I was once a house pet. So you are in luck! I will Spot slide on in your home and heart with ease. My name is Sophie (A025611) and I m a 7-year-old spayed Pit/Lab mix girl who wants nothing but to be loved. I AM SPONSORED which means there is no cost to adopt me! 3280 New Savannah Rd., Burgaw, NC Pendercountyanimalshelter.petfinder.com July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 33

DOGTRAIN 395-4399 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 My name is Irie and I am a lucky 13 pounds large. My other lucky number is 7 because I m 7-years-old! I am a wonderful companion cat but I do not like other cats at all. I would probably hiss at myself in a mirror, but I am very content to be surrounded by adoring people. I am at Pet Supermarket in Wilmington. Come quick for a visit, as I am a very popular girl. For more information on the adoption process, please call Adopt-An-ANGEL at 910-392- 0557 or visit us online at www.adoptanangel.net. I am sponsored by Perry Davis. Thank you! Looking for a running companion, beach buddy or copilot? Well, so am I! My name is Rickie Bobby and I m a 4-year-old Lab mix who is certain to be a great addition to your active lifestyle. I love playing with other dogs, going for long walks, strolling on the beach and riding in the car. I am a healthy young man who needs a great family to call my own. Come visit me at C.A.R.E., 1808 Sir Tyler Drive in Wilmington, or call 910-256-2624 for adoption details. I am sponsored by Atlantic Animal Hospital who supports Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.). Dr. Christian Bolz Dr. Debbie Bolz Dr. Colleen Peat 910-313-3326 6005 Carolina Beach Road (1 mile south of Monkey Junction across from Harris Teeter) 34 www.pawprintsmagazine.com July 2017

Pender Endangered Animal Rescue (P.E.A.R.) Please call 910-675-0867 or email dogadoption1@gmail.com to adopt us! I m Daisy, a young American Staffordshire Terrier girl who is looking for a loving home. I was thrown out on the road with my brothers and sisters. They have all found homes and I m still waiting! I can t understand it because I have a fun and playful personality and am full of love. I am spayed, vaccinated and on heartworm prevention. All I need is someone to visit with me and fall in love! Hi, I m an American Staffordshire mix named Sparky! I m a young boy who is full of spunk and energy. I love attention and I love to run and play fetch. I especially love getting in your lap! And talk about handsome! Just look at my beautiful face and this stunning mixture of cream and brindle fur. As for my health, it s excellent! I am already neutered, vaccinated and on monthly heartworm prevention pills. I just want a loving home to call my own and a family I can cuddle with. Let s go! My name is Goochi and I m a beautiful lady who would love to be part of your family! I m an American Staffordshire Terrier with a stunning reddishcolored coat. I m very loveable and am certain to be the loyal, affectionate and attentive friend you ve been searching for. I am spayed, up to date on shots and on heartworm prevention. Do yourself a big favor and meet me today! Hi! My name is Beyoncé and I m a wonderful girl who just wants to have fun! I enjoy playing catch and fetch and, when I m done, I ll happily crawl into your lap for some cuddling. You see, I simply adore humans and am delighted to get attention from them. Can t you tell by this big smile on my face as I pose for the camera? I m a young girl, spayed and up to date on shots, and I d love to meet you soon! I am the lovely Merry! You ll never believe this, but someone threw me away on the street and I was found wandering alone. But now I m safe with PEAR and I m waiting for my forever family to come get me! I am happy to say that I m house-trained and I get along well with other dogs. I m also spayed, up to date on shots and on heartworm prevention. I m a young American Staffordshire girl who loves to play and receive attention. Let s arrange a get-together real soon! I m Suki and, oh yes, I will be a wonderful family companion to whoever adopts me! In fact, I m ready to move right on in with ease. Just listen to these traits and you ll see why: I m house-trained (yay), excellent with all people, excellent with other dogs, spayed, vaccinated, on heartworm prevention, easy to take walks and loving! P.O. Box 582, Rocky Point NC 28457 www.petfinder.com/shelters/nc551.html July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 35

DB PLUMBING, INC. NEW CONSTRUCTION COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL REMODEL / REPAIRS LICENSED & INSURED www.wcleeuwenburg.com DONALD BARNHOUSE LIC. #24406 910-470-1527 910-253-5868 Save lives please spay or neuter your pets! If you re guessing I m a very friendly boy, you d be right! Did my happy smile give it away? My name is Joker and I m a 1-year-old Blue Tick Coonhound who never meets a stranger. I guess you d say I m a typical Hound who just loves people and having fun. I sure was happy to meet the folks who took my photo, they gave me treats and told me what a wonderful fellow I am. Now I m hoping you ll soon be here to do the same thing! I am vaccinated and neutered and I ve begun heartworm treatment. Don t worry, I'll soon be rid of those heartworms and Pender Humane Society is covering the cost. In the meantime, you can come meet me and fill out an application for my adoption. Call 910-259-7022 for more info! I am sponsored by Top Toad in the Cotton Exchange in Downtown Wilmington, NC. Thank you! Hi friends! My name is Delila (A097540) and I am simply a SPECTACULAR girl. At just 6-months-old, I m a Black Labrador mix who is a bit shy and oh-so-loving! I am an easy walk, I love to give tender kisses, I get the puppy zoomies at play and I m stunningly beautiful. I will gaze straight into your eyes as though I can see your soul. I m such a friendly, submissive girl that I m sure to get along with anyone, even dog-savvy cats. My adoption fee includes a physical examination, heartworm test, rabies vaccination and spay surgery. Come visit and let s see if we re a match! For more info, call Brunswick County Sheriff s Animal Protective Services at 910-754-8204. I am sponsored by Adam's Folly Pet Boarding, Bolivia, NC. Thank you! Convenience for you Comfort for your pet Ali s K9 Clips Pet Salon 910-470-6010 www.alisk9clips.com 3600-B South College Road - Wilmington Around the corner from Aunt Kerry s Pet Stop at the intersection of 17th Street and College Road Providing complete grooming services for your pet 6 days a week. Your pet will be groomed in a clean, comfortable, relaxing environment. 36 www.pawprintsmagazine.com July 2017

Please call 910-259-7022 to adopt us! Pender Humane Society Hello there! My name is Cindy and I m a very pretty girl, just 2-years-old. I arrived at the shelter with my sister, Sandy, who is also pictured on this page. I m a little bit shy the first time I meet someone but a tasty treat warms me up and then you can see what a super-friendly girl I am. I just love to run and play and would be a loyal, gentle friend. So if you d like to welcome a spayed and vaccinated Walker Hound girl into your life, perhaps I m the one for you! I m the kind of kitty who makes you feel loved! I m Gizmo, a 3-year-old Calico girl who absolutely adores being with humans. If you are lonely or need a friend, I m the one for you! I m a definite Lap Cat and will welcome your touch always. I purr and purr when given attention and will be your best buddy. Why not treat yourself to a lap-warming, lifecheering girl like me? I ll make you so happy. Just sitting by the window and hoping to see you on the steps outside! I m Jessie Jess, a loving and friendly girl who is ready to be adopted and light up someone s life. I was born on February 2, 2016 and have been at the shelter all that time. For some reason I have been overlooked which is quite a mystery as I m a sweet girl who loves to play with toys and be petted. I m also spayed, vaccinated and litterbox-trained. Visit me! Looking for a small and sweet pup you can hold and love on? How about me? My name is Biscuit and I m a darling boy, just 15 pounds or so. They tell me I m a mix of two dogs: Chihuahua and Terrier. I am so smart and precious, already house-trained and leash-trained and I get along well with other dogs. I m also up to date on shots and neutered. Could you be the one for me? Sandy is my name and I m very happy to meet you! I m a 2-year-old Walker Hound girl who arrived at the shelter with my sister Cindy. She is pictured in the top left corner of this page. We are a very lively pair and we can be adopted together or separately. Of the two, I am a bit braver when I meet new people. I will just paw at the fence until you pet me. I love to run and play and am already spayed and vaccinated. Come over and let s meet! Super-friendly and gorgeous! Now who wouldn t want to share their life with a great gal like me? I m Panda, a 2-year-old Border Collie mix. I adore people Smores and would be a terrific running or walking companion. I have lots of energy and would also enjoy adventures to the beach, mountains or dog park. I m spayed, up to date on shots and house-trained, too! P. O. Box 626, Burgaw NC 28425 http://www.penderhumane.org July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 37

My name is Chewbacca and I'm a Labradoodle who was found as a stray after Hurricane Matthew. When I first arrived at Carolina Poodle Rescue, I was pretty scared. I remained really quiet and just kind of watched what everyone was doing. I'm not a big fan of other dogs and there are a lot of dogs at the rescue. Since then, I've gotten used to being at the rescue and I've started making some big strides. I do know how to sit but sometimes I get distracted. I really need someone patient who will work with me and keep me interested in learning. I can be kind of nervous in new situations and can snap or growl. I just need to know that I'm okay and then I love to have attention. Getting a back scratch is one of the best things in life! I can be pretty picky about who I like in terms of people. Some people I like right away and others, well, I just don't know. And I think I already mentioned I need to be the only dog, right? I'm a great guy who is full of love! If you are interested in me, call 864-489-3559 or visit our website at www.carolinapoodlerescue.org. I am sponsored by Top Toad in the Cotton Exchange in Downtown Wilmington, NC. Thank you! Liam Shane We four orange Tabby kitten brothers are simply ADORABLE! Come play with us, cuddle us and pick the one who melts your heart. Since we are all red heads, we have Irish names. I m Liam and I think everything in the world is a toy, but I love people, too. Shane is the shyest of the bunch, but I m his best friend and Finley Finn I m showing him the ropes. Finley is the lover boy; he ll crawl into your lap and start purring. Finn adores people and thinks you should play with him all the time. We are just 8-weeks-old and furry balls of fun. Adoption applications are being accepted now so hurry on over!! You can call Pender Humane Society at 910-259-7022 for driving directions or any other info. We ll be waiting to welcome you with kitten kisses and purrs! Sponsored in memory of Milo, the big black dog who stole our hearts! Mommy and Daddy miss you every day!

Please call 910-579-0407 to adopt us! R.A.C.E. (Rescue Animals Community Effort) Hi, my name is Farrah and I can be a little shy with people, but I like to play and I like other dogs. I was found as a stray, but now I'm safe in a R.A.C.E. foster home. My main focus now is finding my forever home. I'm a Shepherd mix who is heartworm positive, but R.A.C.E. will pay for my treatment. Please come and meet me! Hi, my name is Shelby and I'm a funloving, little Chihuahua mix. I only weigh around 5 pounds and I like other dogs and cats. I did test heartworm positive and I do have a birth defect that means my back leg might need to be amputated - but don t you worry, R.A.C.E. will take care of both of those. I love to run and play and my leg doesn't bother me but the vet says it will in the future, so it's best to take care of it before I get adopted. Come and meet me and let's play!! I m Lexi and I love nothing more than being on laps. I m a tiny pooch who only weighs 5 pounds, so that s a perfect fit for laps. I like other dogs, I m already fixed and vaccinated, and I'm heartworm negative. Don't you want a little lap dog? I'm your girl!! I'm a friendly, super cute, older gentleman and my name is Jimmy. I'm approximately 10 to 11-yearsold and I m a long-haired Dachshund. I just want a lap to sit on and a home that I can call my own. I ve already been neutered and vaccinated so I m ready to go home with you today. Hi there! I'm Trevi and I'm a 3-year-old companion without a family to love. I m a Terrier mix who is 22 pounds and I've been told I have the cutest ears ever! I am pretty calm, and am good with other dogs. Won't you come meet me? I ve already been fixed and I m current on vaccinations, too. Hi, my name is Radio and yes, I'm a kitten!! I love to play and I'm good with dogs, too. Bet you didn't think you'd see me through R.A.C.E. since they mostly take in canines, but here I am. I'm an orange Tabby boy looking for a home - hopefully with some friendly doggy playmates. P.O. Box 3370, Shallotte, NC 28459 www.raceshelter.org July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 39

Hi, my name is Henry and I am only about 8- weeks-old! I was found living outside and I am learning what it s like to live in a house with humans and other animals. I love to play with my foster siblings, a cat and small dog, and am already a pro at the litterbox. I'm looking for a family who will love me for the rest of my life. Please fill out an application at www.rescueconnectnc.com or call RescueConnect at 910-302-7290 for info or to schedule a meet and greet! Sponsored in loving memory of Roxy. Happy 4th of July! Remember to bring pets inside during fireworks. Every year animals run off and are lost due to the noise. Blue Tick Sugar Images 910.477.7498 renee@blueticksugarimages.com 763-8476 110 Dock St. Downtown Wilmington Free Off-Street Parking Hours M-F 8:30-5:00 Let me capture your dog's personality with a photograph. I shoot casual, outdoor portraits using natural light. Hi, my name is Charlie and I am around 5-yearsold! I was found as a stray with a rough skin condition, but I ve been on the road to recovery! At first, I was hesitant of my surroundings and growled at everyone. But within a few days, I stuck like Velcro to my foster mom. When I meet people, I need a little space. If you ignore me, I want to meet you! I will jump on you and kiss you until you pay me attention. But it needs to be on my terms. I love to snuggle as close as I can get to you and my foster mom says I am quirky! I think that means I am a funny guy. I think I am funny! I am on go-go-go mode and have a lot of energy, so I need to be in an active home. I am not big on toys but will hunt in the yard. For the most part, I just want to be near my human. I am 11 pounds, vaccinated, neutered, and sleep in a crate at night (I want to sleep in the bed, but my Jack Russell foster brother prefers that I not). I do have a 2.5/3 of a 6 heart murmur, but my vet wasn t too worried. Otherwise, I am just one amazing Jack Russell. Are you ready to meet me? To adopt me, please call Russell Rescue Inc. - Carolinas at 910-821-3504 to leave a message or send an email to mcbburton@alumni.unc.edu. You can also visit us online at www.russellrescue.com. I am sponsored in memory of Oscar and Madison Pour, two very special, life changing Jack Russell Terriers.

Please call 910-457-6340 to adopt us! SOAR (Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue) I'm so adorable I make you see stars! Bonjour - I am Minette and I'm about 3-months-old. It's hard to believe how my life began! I was found alone, during a rain storm, and a sweet lady found me and brought me to SOAR. They dried me off, warmed me up, fed me, and now I'm getting lots of snuggles and kisses and making everyone at SOAR laugh with all of my crazy kitten-ness! Come see me soon or it just may be toooooooo late! Its a party in the USA! Well, at least at SOAR! Every day is a party when I'm around! I'm Chloe and I would like nothing more than to celebrate the 4th of July with my new furever family. I just turned 3-years-old in February but I still have a lot of energy and definitely need a fenced-in yard so I can run! My friends at SOAR think I am a mix of Treeing Walker Hound, Whippet and possibly Greyhound! I'm a pretty girl who is smart, friendly and I love playing with other dogs. So if you think I would make a perfect fit into your family - come visit! I'm used to being the belle of the ball - well, with my beauty and charm - you can see why. But unfortunately, I have found myself at SOAR due to my person going into hospice care. I'm very sad about that - but the sweet people at SOAR have made the transition easy for me. I m Missy, and though I may be in the "autumn" of my life (I am 12-yearsyoung), I am one of the sweetest and most beautiful of the cats at the shelter. I ve been by myself so I would definitely like to keep it that way. Please don't let my age stop you from giving me a chance! Love has no age limit. Does this hat make my ears look big??? I'm Joey, and if you are looking for a sweet, handsome, affectionate, mediumsized lap dog - I am your boy! I will be 5-years-old in November but I still love to run and play. I seem to do pretty well with other dogs but what I love most is to sit in your lap and watch a movie, or watch it rain, or watch the sunset - as long as I am in your lap - I will be a happy puppy! I'm Winston and I have my best top hat on and I'm ready to help you eat the hamburgers at the 4th of July cookout! I am a mix of Basset Hound and Pit Bull - my legs and my temperament are definitely Basset Hound!!! I am a reeeaaaal people dog. I love to sit in your lap or roll over for belly rubs! However, cats are out of the question in my new home. Other than that, there's nothing stopping me from enjoying the rest of my life with you. Oh - I will be 3-years-old in October and weigh about 35 pounds! What a nice small size! Who can resist such cuteness? We have our hats and ties on and we are ready to rocket on out of here! We are two brothers, just 4-months-old. We are neutered and vaccinated. If you are looking for a set of kittens we would love to go home together - but if not, we would be fine separately - just as long as you love us. 3376 St. Charles Place Southport, NC 28461 www.soar-nc.org July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 41

We are sponsored by the Miss Avis Davis Fund in loving memory of Maryrose Miller. Miss Avis Davis, 1990-2005 Merit Pit Bull Foundation I'm Sasha and I'm a playful girl! I enjoy the company of other dogs, cats, kids, and people. I'm crate-trained and know basic commands. I love following my foster family around, if it s to the park, out for a walk, or just around the yard. I currently share my foster home with other dogs and enjoy playing with them and snuggling with them. I'm great on leash and love going for walks. For a full explanation of our adoption process, adoption application, and fees, please email info@mpbf.org, call 336-618-PITT or visit www.meritpitbullfoundation.com/how-to-adopt/. Hi, Elvis here! My foster mom tells me that I'm the sweetest boy in the whole world but I think she is biased. I know that I'm only supposed to potty outside, I don't love being in my crate but I'm slowly getting used to it. I live in a house with a small two-legged brother, and I adore him. I love going on walks and I walk like a gentleman when I have my harness on. Most of all I love laying on the couch with my people and getting as much love as they will give me! For an explanation of our adoption process, application, and fees, visit www.meritpitbullfoundation.com, email info@mpbf.org or call 336-618-PITT. I am the one and only Fonzi. People describe me as super laid back and very sweet. I just know that I am one cool dude. I am a young Hound dog who is gentle and would make a great family pet. I do well with cats, kids and other dogs, I m housetrained, and I m generally well-mannered. Please come meet me at Petco adoption fairs each weekends. For more info, call at 910-392-0557 or visit www.adoptanangel.net. My name is Carson and I am a shy Boxer mix who weighs about 50 pounds. I am approximately 8-months-old and I am absolutely wonderful with other dogs. I need a home with another dog, a fenced in yard, and some patient people who will give me time to adjust. I was adopted as a puppy and lived the next 4-months on a chain so I need to learn that life and people can be good. Will you love me? Come meet me at Petco on weekends or call my Adopt-An-ANGEL foster mom, Jill, at 910-620-3783. For info, visit www.adoptanangel.net. Adopt-An-ANGEL RescueConnect My name is Roy and I'm a good ole' Hound dog! I'm currently undergoing heartworm treatment while hanging out with my foster mom, other foster dogs and kitties! Once I get through this treatment, I'll be ready for my own forever home where I can get the love and attention I've missed all my life. I really like sunbathing during the day, playing with my toys and getting belly rubs! At night, I sleep quietly in my crate and just love being inside! I get along with everyone and I'm a low key guy! Wouldn't you like to add an easy-going guy like me to your family? If so, please contact RescueConnect at 910-352-5150 to learn more about my super sweet personality! My name is Theo and I am a Walker Hound who is 8 to 10-yearsold. I am neutered, housetrained, crate-trained and love going for walks! I get along well with doggies and kitties but I do need a human who is patient with me. You see, I am frightened easily but once I'm comfortable with my surroundings, I am a happy boy! Would you be willing to give me a chance to join your family? Please fill out an application at www.rescueconnectnc.com or call 910-302-7290 for more info or to schedule a meet and greet!

Calendar of Events July Adopt-An-ANGEL Adoptions Seven Days a Week! Adorable kittens and cats will be available for adoption at Pet Supermarket (3908 Oleander Drive) in Wilmington, Petco (324 South College Road) in Wilmington, Petsense (Long Leaf Mall) in Wilmington, and Petsense (110 Shallotte Crossing Parkway) in Shallotte from 9am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and 10am to 6pm on Sundays. All animals are spayed or neutered and current on vaccinations. For more information, please contact Adopt-AN-ANGEL at 910-392-0557 or visit www.adoptanangel.net. New Hanover Humane Society Adoptions 6 Days a Week Your next companion is available for adoption at the New Hanover Humane Society, 2405 North 23rd Street in Wilmington, from 10am to 2pm Monday through Saturday. For more information, please call 910-763-6692. Cat Tails Adoption Facility July 1, 2, 5, 8, 9, 12, 15, 16, 19, 22, 23, 26, 29 & 30 From 11am to 1pm on Wednesdays, 11am to 3pm on Saturdays, and 11am to 3pm on Sundays, cats and kittens are available for adoption (all are spayed or neutered and vaccinated). For more information, please call 910-575-4529. Adopt-An-ANGEL Adoption Fairs at Petco July 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 & 30 From 11am to 5pm, Adopt-An-ANGEL will have lots of adorable puppies, kittens, dogs and cats available for adoption on Saturdays and Sundays at Petco in Wilmington. Please call 910-392-0557 for more information. All 4 Cats Adoption Fairs Every Weekend July 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 & 30 Stop by the Monkey Junction Petsmart in Wilmington every Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4pm to meet adoptable cats and kittens. All animals are spayed or neutered and vaccinated. Please call 919-710-3872 for more information or visit www.all4cats.org. NHC Rabbit Rescue of Wilmington Adoption Fairs July 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 & 30 Stop by from 11am to 5pm on Saturdays and Sundays to meet adoptable rabbits. Adoption locations rotate between Petco (324 South College Road), PetSmart (in Mayfaire), PetSmart (4715 New Centre Drive) and PetSense (4310 Shipyard Boulevard). Please call 910-686-9171 ahead of time to confirm the location and date. Pender County Animal Shelter Weekend Adoptions July 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 & 30 Pender County Animal Shelter (3280 New Savannah Road in Burgaw) will be open Noon to 4pm on Saturdays and 1pm to 4pm on Sundays for adoptions. For information, please call 910-259-1484. Cat Tails Adoption Fairs July 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 & 29 From 6pm to 9pm on Fridays and 9am to 3pm on Saturdays, cats and kittens will be available for adoption at Petsmart in Wilmington. All are spayed or neutered and vaccinated. Please call 910-253-1375 for more information. Paws Place Meet and Greets July 1, 8, 15 & 22 Paws Place will have adoptable dogs to greet you at these locations from 10:30am to 1:30 pm: July 1 at First National Bank on Howe St. in Downtown Southport; July 8 and 22 at Unleashed at Landfall Shopping Center in Wilmington; July 15 at Family Dog Naturals in Brunswick Forest in Leland. To know which dogs will be attending, please go to www.facebook.com/pawsplace on the day of the event. Brunswick Animal Services Saturday Adoptions July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 From 10am to 1:30pm, Brunswick Animal Protective Services (located at 429 Greenswamp Road in Supply) is open Saturdays for adoptions. Call 910-754-8204 for more information. Columbus Humane Society Adoption Fairs July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 Columbus Humane Society will be at Petsmart in Wilmington on Saturdays from 11am to 4pm with adoptable dogs and cats. For more information, please call 910-499-1148. New Hanover Animal Services Saturday Adoptions July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 From 10am to 2pm, the shelter (located at 180 Division Drive in Wilmington) is open Saturdays for dog, puppy, cat and kitten adoptions. Please call 910-798-7500 for info. Monty s Home Meet and Greet at Petco in Wilmington July 8 From 9am to Noon at 324 South College Road in Wilmington, come to Petco and meet the newest bunch of adorable adoptables, the Friends of the Forest group! Each of these dogs is being trained to sit, stay, walk on a leash, potty outside, and lots more by their inmate trainers through the Pawsitive Partners Prison Program. For more info, call 703-864-5754, email adopt@montyshome.org, or check out the Adorable Adoptables at www.montyshome.org. Animal Avengers of NC Adoption Fairs July 8, 15 & 29 Adoptable puppies and dogs will be available for adoption from 11am to 2pm at PetSmart in Mayfaire. For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/animalavengersnc or call 910-777-7186. R.A.C.E. Adoption Fair at Aunt Kerry s Pet Stop July 15 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 Street). For more information, please call 910-579-0407. July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 43

We are Bonnie (left) and Clyde (right). We are about 6-months-old and were brought to Carolina Beach Animal Hospital by the wonderful Jeannie Mintz with Saving Animals During Disasters. Jeannie and her non-profit have been helping out a young woman in the area who is dealing with some health issues. Her neighbors left their many cats behind and she took them in, but before all of them could be spayed and neutered, they had kittens! We are just 2 of many cats and kittens needing homes. We are a little shy, but are slowly starting to acclimate to our new surroundings and come out of our shells. We get along so well with each other, we could potentially go to a home together, or be adopted separately. We tested negative for Felv/FIV, are up to date on all our vaccinations, and have already been spayed and neutered. If you or someone you know is interested in adopting either one of us sweet babies, please contact Carolina Beach Animal Hospital at 910-458-3000, or feel free to submit an adoption application directly online at www.carolinabeachanimalhospital.com/adoption-application. We are sponsored by Carolina Beach Animal Hospital. URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running Out! If only I could talk, I d tell you how much I need you. Since I can t, I hope my soft brown eyes are doing the job! My name is Darling (A025523) and I m a 5-year-old Pit Bull girl who is already spayed. I came to the attention of my friends at the shelter when someone called the animal welfare hotline to report that I was abused and abandoned. Now I m being treated with the care and dignity I deserve, but I still need you! I hope you ll come to the shelter and meet me. I m such a sweet and friendly girl and I m grateful for all the attention I m receiving. But please hurry! Dogs arrive every day and there s just not enough room for us all. I am sponsored SO THERE IS NO COST TO ADOPT ME. Hours are 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday, Noon to 4pm on Saturday and 1pm to 4pm on Sundays. If you need driving directions, please call Pender County Animal Shelter at 910-259- 1484 or email jhorton@pendercountync.gov. Thank you for caring and I hope to be meeting you at my kennel door soon! I am sponsored in honor of Kathleen M. Langone. URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running Out! I m great with kids...great with dogs...great with horses...great with people...so why am I still waiting for a family to adopt me? My name is Petey (A025326) and I m a 9-year-old neutered Yellow Lax mix boy who is simply a fantastic pet. I will move on in your house with complete ease. I m friendly, affectionate and loving. I would prefer a home with no cats or small animals but that s a small condition when you consider all the great stuff I bring to the table! We can make lots of memories together - trips to the beach, walks around the neighborhood, snuggles on the couch - and you will feel really good knowing you saved the life of a wonderful boy like me. And here s more good news: I AM SPONSORED which means that there is NO FEE TO ADOPT ME! Hurry, though, dogs arrive every day and there s just not enough room for us all. The shelter is open 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday, Noon to 4pm on Saturday and 1pm to 4pm on Sundays. For driving directions or more info, call Pender County Animal Shelter at 910-259-1484 or email jhorton@pendercountync.gov. Hope to see you soon! I am sponsored in loving memory of Hank Harrington.

Breed Rescues We are all from different Breed Rescues. Please read our stories! CAROLINA BOXER RESCUE My name is Taylor Sniff! I am 7-years-old, housetrained, crate-trained and good with children. My foster human tells me I look like Ed the hyena from The Lion King because we both have eyes that look outward and goofy grins. I love to cuddle and will do so any chance I get! I am very respectable in the house, though I do sometimes need reinforcement about not jumping on furniture. I would be a great addition to a family where I am the only pet! Call 910-799-5638 or email carolinaboxer@gmail.com to adopt me. Please visit www.carolinaboxerrescue.org for more information on adopting or fostering. CAROLINA BASSET HOUND RESCUE I m Elvis and I am a happy-golucky-guy! I am 10-years young, crate-trained and house-trained! I love to take walks with my foster mom and I would even like to run with someone who jogs! I am a very spunky Basset Hound! I love humans and I will immediately roll over for a belly rub! I do well with other dogs and cats but I am not fond of them getting in my space so I would do best as an only dog. If you are looking for a low key Basset Hound who can be a couch potato when you want to relax but also play and go for walk - I m your guy! To adopt me, contact my foster mom, Leslie, at 910-352-5150 or visit our website at www.cbhr.com. GREYHOUND FRIENDS OF NC - WILMINGTON My name is Devon and I m a 72 pound, 2½year-old, red fawn boy. As you can see, I am well built with all the muscles of a healthy Greyhound. I m a handsome guy and I m doing well in my foster home with another Greyhound and cats. I walk well on lead as I aim to please. Please contact Roy at 910-200- 6737 for more information on me. You can contact Barbara at 910-540-9644 for info on other available Greys and view them at www.greyhoundfriends.com. TARHEEL WEIMARANER RESCUE My name is Sammy. I'm about 3 to 4-yearsold and I m neutered, vaccinated and on heartworm prevention. I love to snuggle, play, and chase balls. I do get a little bit nervous when my people leave, but I have gotten much better about this. I would really like somebody to adopt me and give me a real forever home. Please call my foster mom if you d like to come visit me. To learn more about me or the other Weimaraners up for adoption, please visit our website at www.tarheelweimrescue.org or you can call my foster mom at 910-232-5910. MERIT PIT BULL FOUNDATION Hi, I'm Rufus! My heartshaped nose is a great indication of what a sweet boy I am. I enjoy the company of other dogs, kids, and adults. I was valedictorian of my recent training class. I have mastered sit, down, touch, watch me, leash walking, place, and leave it. When I'm not showing off my skills, I enjoy taking a break to be a big goofy snuggle bug. If you're looking for a pup who can be your sidekick while out for a jog or for an evening in watching TV - I'm your pup! For a full explanation of our adoption process, adoption application, and fees, email info@mpbf.org, call 336-618-PITT or visit www.meritpitbullfoundation.com/how-to-adopt/. SCHNAUZER RESCUE OF THE CAROLINAS I m Harry and I need a hero! I m an 18-month-old ebony Schnauzer mix boy who had a ruff start in life. I had pneumonia at 10-weeks-old, but my former owner saw to my every need so I have flourished - up to 45 pounds! I have a shiny coat that glistens in the sunshine, and a Schnauzer beard which gives me great character. Once I get to know you, I am very playful. Fetch is my favorite game. I am very active and exceptionally intelligent, as are most Schnauzers. To read more about me, visit www.schnauzerrescueofthecarolinas.org. Please call 919-723-7145 if you need an application mailed or faxed. July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 45

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URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running Out! Here s my story: I m a former house dog who once had a happy life but then things changed. My owner went into assisted living and I was told I couldn t go along! So now I m at the shelter, hoping and praying someone will see what a sweetheart I am and give me another chance to love and be loved. My name is Taz (A025733) and I m a 2-year-old, neutered Pit Bull boy who once lived with another dog. (He came here also and has been adopted, lucky guy.) Won t you come get to know me? But please hurry! Dogs arrive every day and there s just not enough room for us all. For more info, call Pender County Animal Shelter at 910-259-1484 or email jhorton@pendercountync.gov. You re gonna love me! I am sponsored in appreciation of everyone who has rescued a homeless animal. I m Callie, a beautiful Calico girl with the unique appearance of one brown tabby ear and one orange ear. I m a sweet lap cat who somehow survived in a colony of feral cats. I was rescued by a kind person and I recently arrived at the CAT Adoption Center at Petsmart. I m a lover and will be a wonderful companion. I am eager to be adopted, showered with love, and finally have a place to call home. I m also spayed, vaccinated and litterbox-trained. You can meet me at the CAT Adoption Center at Petsmart on New Centre Drive in Wilmington, or call Cat Adoption Team at 910-792-9014 for adoption information. Hope to see you soon! I am sponsored by ECM Corporation. Thank you! Dr. Ked Cottrell + Dr. Jeff LaCroix + Dr. Melissa Todd Pleasure Island Animal Hospital 1140 N. Lake Park Blvd, Suite J Carolina Beach, NC 28428 Phone: 910 458-5800 Fax: 910 458-5802 www.animalhospitalcarolinabeach.com Email: info@animalhospitalcarolinabeach.com July 2017 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 47