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PawPrints Magazine's Homeless cover Model Faith is all about believing, you don t know how it will happen, but you know it will. My name is Amy and I have faith that a forever family will come for me. I m a 9-month-old, spayed Tabby girl who is short-haired and just over 7 pounds. The shelter employees describe me as a rose which means that I am a very affectionate kitty. I am a snuggle bug and I will pamper you by sweetly massaging your aching muscles after a long day of work. I crave human interaction and attention and would love to be your lap cat. If you are looking for a furry companion to keep your lap and your heart warm at the same time, I am the cat for you! My sweet meow will even massage your heartstrings. Please call New Hanover Humane Society at 910-763-6692 to adopt me. The shelter is open Monday - Saturday from 10am to 2pm and is located at 2405 North 23rd Street in Wilmington. You can also visit us online at www.nhumanesoc.com to view other adoptable animals. Purry, unconditional love goes out to my friend, Mike, of Michael Cline Photography for using his talents to capture my beauty. Photo by: Michael Cline Photography

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 My name is Angel. I am a beautiful and sweet senior lady of 12-years who is looking for that special family to take care of me. I have a heart murmur and take medication with meals to keep things in check. My owner became ill and was no longer able to care for me. Another pet in the home is ok with me. I lived in a home with a small dog but never with another cat - perhaps a senior companion would be ok. I prefer a home with no small children as I need my beauty rest and like a quiet environment. Please call April with Furever Friends Animal Rescue at 910-383-0287 if you are interested in adopting me. You may also complete an adoption application at fureverfriendsnc.com. I am sponsored by Cole and Slate Mayew. Thank you! Hi, I'm Buddy (that's me on the right) and with me is my best buddy, Max (on the left). We're Lab mixes who are 5 to 6-years-old, neutered and vaccinated. We were rescued separately from bad situations. We play, sleep and eat together and it would break our hearts to be separated. We're hoping we can find a new home together because our caregiver's situation has changed. I'm very outgoing and some might say a little goofy, but I love attention and want to be close to humans. My buddy, Max, is a little more laid-back but he's a really good dog, too. We're not house-trained and haven't walked much on a leash, but we're pretty smart and eager to please. To give us a good home, call Pet Friends of Duplin County at 910-271-3101. We are sponsored by Top Toad in the Cotton Exchange in Downtown Wilmington, NC. Thank you! DOGTRAIN, INC. Instruction for People Training for Dogs 910-395-4399 Office Hours: 9-6pm Tues-Sat Classes: 9-9pm Tues-Thurs 9-6pm Fri-Sat PUPPY PRE-SCHOOL THROUGH COMPETITION OBEDIENCE Private Instruction Available 3101 N. Kerr Ave. Wilmington, NC Less than 3 miles off I-140 and convenient from many locations * * Spacious 4,000 sq. feet Indoor/Outdoor Training Areas NEW Day-Training Program 4 www.pawprintsmagazine.com August 2018

My name is Patsy and I a dilute Tortoiseshell cat who is 1 to 2-yearsold. I was rescued from outside of the College Diner in a box with a litter of kittens. We had been dumped. All of the kittens have been adopted and I am patiently waiting my turn. I would like a calm, quiet home with older kids (if any at all). If I could choose my dream home, I would prefer to be the only pet. Of course, I would take anybody who has a patient heart because I can learn to get along with anyone. I am having a hard time continuing to live in a pet store week after week. I am SOOO ready for my home so I can finally rest. Call Jill at 910-620-3783 to meet me or come see me at Petco. For more info on the adoption process, call Adopt-An-ANGEL at 910-392-0557 or visit us at www.adoptanangel.net. I am sponsored by Perry Davis. Thank you! Hi, my name is Tally and I am the sweetest Beagle girl you will ever meet! I am 5-years young, heartworm negative, spayed, house -trained, cratetrained, and I LOVE other dogs and meeting new people. I m around 17 pounds which makes it easy for me to go with you around town if you like! I ended up in a shelter due to a non-contagious skin condition that can make me itchy and pretty miserable if not managed. The good news is that with the help of my rescue and foster mom, I am feeling much better. I am a wonderful girl who deserves a family to call my own. Please email Rescue- Connect at rescueconnectnc@gmail.com or call 910-302- 7290 if you would like to meet me. I am sponsored by Cindy Meyers in loving memory of Harley and Murphy. I m Caroline, a 1½-year-old female who had babies last year. I am just looking for a home where I can relax and enjoy life. I am alright with other cats and dogs and kids, too. It's been a tough year competing with all the kittens and other cats looking for a home. I have definitely paid my homeless dues. Please call my foster mom, Jackie, at 910-523-9719, call Adopt- An-ANGEL at 910-392-0557 or visit www.adoptanangel.net to adopt me. Sponsored in loving memory of Roxy. August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 5

We are sponsored by the Miss Avis Davis Fund in loving memory of Maryrose Miller. Miss Avis Davis, 1990-2005 A Shelter Friend My name is Spot. I have energy to spare and would love to share it to keep you motivated in your New Year resolutions. I am a lovely spotty girl, healthy and about 4-years-old. My best friend, a male dog, was adopted a few weeks ago and now I am lost and depressed. I would absolutely give my whole heart to the right person! I have been spayed, am current on vaccinations and heartworm preventative. Please call Silvia at 910-876-0539 to learn all about me. Let s exercise our way through Summer together! Visit us online at www.ashelterfriend.org. FREE KITTY HUGS - NO LIMIT! I am Luna and my favorite spot is in your arms being held like a baby. Or sitting on your shoulder playing in your hair. I am a petite Calico girl with a sweet disposition and drop-dead gorgeous markings. I love children and don t mind catfriendly dogs, but I was bullied and am afraid of other cats. Of course, I have been spayed, am vaccinated and microchipped. Most importantly, my house manners are impeccable! To meet me, call 910-862-3000 and ask for Jennifer. Add lots of love and sweetness to your home, adopt a kitty today! My name is Stella and I am a 7-month old Labrador Retriever and Shepherd mix. I am small and just about knee-sized. I am ever so friendly and love my people. I am house-trained, leashtrained and pretty smart, too. I would make the perfect pet for even a first time dog owner. Please come meet me on weekends at Petco or call my foster mom, Jill, at 910-620-3783. For more information, give us a call 910-392-0557 or visit www.adoptanangel.net. My name is Duke and I am a happy-go-lucky guy who is part Jack Russell or Basenji. I need a home with someone who is familiar with these breeds. I am a 2½-year-old, 20 to 25 pound, neutered boy who would love an active home without other dogs or kids. Quick, sudden movements make me uncomfortable. Since I am active, I would love a family who is able to expend that energy either with long walks or playtime in a fenced in yard. I love all people I meet out in public. I am house-trained and already know how to sit! Come meet me at Petco (324 S. College Road) on weekends or call Jill at 910-620-3783. For more info, visit www.adoptanangel.net. Adopt-An-ANGEL Long Creek Animal Rescue My name might be Alaska but that doesn't mean I'm cold! I'm a fully vetted gray and white girl who's 1-year-old. I was rescued, along with my 5 siblings, from an empty house when I wasn't even weaned yet. Can you believe the owner wanted to put out poison to kill us all? That rocky start left me a little nervous around new people but I promise, once I get to know you, I'm just about the most loving, goofy, laid-back snuggle bug you'll ever meet. I even like dogs! It's not their fault they can't be as pretty as me, right? Please call 910-617-6290 or 704-682-2529 if you're ready to see just how warm Alaska can be! My name's Nevada, but you can call me Nevvy! I'm a little over 1-year-old, and ready to spend the rest of my life with a forever family. I can be a little shy sometimes, but don't let that fool you! I'm anything but demure. As soon as you give me some love you'll get to see the real me: feisty, funny, chatty and sweet as can be. I promise you won't be disappointed! My rescue moms say I've got a TON of personality. My ideal day would be spent playing with you until I'm all tuckered out and then settling down for an evening of snuggles. I just love to be loved. If that's your idea of the perfect day, please call 910-617-6290 or 704-682-2529.

Volume 17 - Number 5 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. 2018 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 15 18 Adoption Celebration........46 Calendar of Events.. 43 Shelter News...41 Paw ty of the Year.....27 Raise the Ruff: Casino Night Fundraiser.41 13th Annual Wilmington Fur Ball..12 Animal Shelters & Organizations: Miss Avis Davis Fund.............. 6 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 Humane Society.... 21 Onslow County Animal Services.. 29 PAW S Place....... 31 Pender County Animal Shelter..... 33 Pender Humane Society....... 35 Rescue Animals Community Effort.. 37 Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue..... 39 Breed Rescues........... 45 13 35 33 August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 7

Adoption Options We are all from different Animal Rescues. Please read our stories! PENDER ENDANGERED ANIMAL RESCUE (P.E.A.R.) My name is Sambo and they call me a lil Chiweenie! (That means I m likely a cross between a Chihuahua and a Dachshund.) I m an adorable baby boy, just a bit over 3-months-old. Like all puppies, I love to play with toys, I love to run around the yard and I love to be cuddled! I m looking for a family who will give me lots of love - I have lots of love to give in return! Please call PEAR at 910-675-0867 and let s arrange a meeting. For more information, you can also email dogadoption1@gmail.com. To see more photos of me, visit PEAR s Facebook page! COLUMBUS HUMANE SOCIETY I m Freddy, a 2-year-old mixed breed boy. I am young and energetic and love to play and run. I m calm and ready for snuggle time any chance I can. I m a perfect size for someone looking for a companion who s easy to walk and can easily be a lap dog. I m protective of my home but not in an aggressive way. I m a wonderful pup and would make someone a perfect companion. If you have lots of love to give, please call Columbus Humane Society at 910-499-1148 or visit www.columbushumanesociety.org. DAUNTLESS DOG RESCUE My name is Bo and I m a 4-year-old male Mini Poodle. When I came into rescue, I was so matted that I had to be completely shaved. My coat will be back with curls in no time. I am very affectionate with a silly underbite. I m just a little guy, maybe 12 pounds. I am neutered, up to date on shots, heartworm negative, microchipped and ready to find my forever home. If you are interested in meeting me, please complete an adoption application on ddrnc.org. For more info, please call 910-777-7186 or email ddrncinfo@gmail.com. OPERATION TOPCAT My name is Carmella. I m a sweet, gentle orange female cat who was rescued along with my babies. I was a good mom and even cared for some orphan kittens. I m a quiet gal who likes to be petted and held. I d prefer to be an only cat but I d be ok with a calm cat, too. I am spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and tested negative for Feline Leukemia and FIV. To meet me, call 910-200-0612 or email otopcatnc@aol.com. CAROLINA ANIMAL PROTECTION SOCIETY (CAPS) My name is Sheba and I m a very sweet and loving dog. I was found running down the highway totally lost! My rescuers were never able to find my former family. I am a Lab mix who is spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. I love to be around dogs my size but smaller dogs and cats are not my type. I love to go for long walks and I love to swim! I need a very active family who will take me for long walks and to the lake or the beach for a swim! If you would like to adopt me, please go to our website at capsrescue.com for an application or call 910-455-9682. RESCUECONNECT We are Stormy and Salem! We're staying with a foster family but it's time to find a family to call our own! We love to play, snuggle, climb and pounce! We are great with other cats and we are learning about dogs. We love people but like most babies, we can be shy at first. Once we get to know you, we love to be held. We are around 12-weeks-of age, neutered, microchipped and we are receiving age appropriate vaccines. We are also litterboxtrained. Please email rescueconnectnc@gmail.com or call 910-302-7290 if you would like to meet one or both of us. 8 www.pawprintsmagazine.com August 2018

Adoption Options We are all from different Animal Rescues. Please read our stories! PAWSITIVE PARTNERS PRISON PROGRAM Hi, my name is Cinnamon! I m a 3-year-old Chocolate Lab girl who was brought to the shelter when my owner died. I am vaccinated, spayed and microchipped. I come with my own crate when you adopt me, as well as 8- weeks of obedience training! Please check out my classmates in the Fall group on www.montyshome.org under the Pawsitive Partners Prison Program. I know I ll go fast so I just want to make sure my buddies get a home, too! For more information on any of us, give Laurie a call at 703-864-5754 or send an email to adopt@montyshome.org. COASTAL CANINE RESCUE I m Nova, a 4-year-old Pit Bull mix who weighs 45 pounds. 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, please email CoastalCanineRescue@ec.rr.com or call 910-470-5554. FUREVER FRIENDS ANIMAL RESCUE Hi, my name is Levi and I am a 16 pound, 3-year-old, neutered, non-shedding Havanese. I was found as a stray and no one has ever come looking for me. I am very smart, know tricks (roll over, speak, can do flips) and I love to be held and get belly rubs. I am 100% house-trained, good on a leash, LOVE going for walks, enjoy taking a bath and going for car rides. I am cautious of some people and, as of this writing, prefer men handlers over women. I am going through training to correct this issue. Interested adopters may contact April at 910-383-0287. ONSLOW COUNTY PARTNERS FOR ANIMAL WELFARE Hi, we are Scarlet (pictured), Harley, Captain, and Thorn. We are 5 to 6-week-old puppies (weighing in at 8 pounds for the largest one) who want to wiggle into your heart. Our mom had been wandering the streets for some time and was ill when she came to foster mom s farm for help. Thank goodness for all our angels who make donations to OCPAW who were able to help us all. Mom is better and we are eating on our own and have made our first visit to the vet. Please call Jean at 910-324-1650 or email ocpaw@yahoo.com. Visit our FB page (Onslow County Partners for Animal Welfare) to see more pictures of us. COASTAL ANIMAL RESCUE EFFORT (C.A.R.E.) Hello there! I m a sweet Hound mix named Archie and I m around 3-years-old. One of the first things you should know about me is that I m a HUGE lover! I just love to cuddle and get petted. I like to flop over when I m playing and get belly rubs. Secondly, I m in need of a great home with a yard to play in. So, could you be the loving family that supplies me with belly rubs, a cozy home and a nice yard? I m in great health and ready for you! Email carewilmington@yahoo.com or call 910-256-2624 to learn more about adopting me and NHC RABBIT RESCUE OF WILMINGTON Hello! We re Luna and Fiona and we were surrendered to the shelter by our family because they said that they could no longer keep us. We are a bonded pair and must be adopted together. We are both 8-months-old and spayed females. To know more information about us, please send an email to NHCRabbitRescue@gmail.com, call us at 910-686-9171 or visit us online at www.nhcrabbitrescue.com. August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 9

coastalpetfence.com 855-395-8260 910-395-8260 My name is Magic, and I have special powers. You see, when someone enters the room, they instantly suck in their breath and say, Wow, what a gorgeous cat! It happens every time. It may be my long, black fur and smokey-grey undercoat that captures their attention. It could be my plush feather-duster of a tail, or the silky wisps of hair that curl out of my ears. Whatever it is, their next impulse is to rub me. And I love that! My motor starts purring as soon as anyone comes near. I m just 1½-years-old, neutered, vaccinated and litterbox-trained. I d prefer to be your only cat, please. After all, who needs more cats when you ve got a loverboy like me to keep you company? Please call Pender Humane Society at 910-259-7022 and tell them you ve fallen under my spell! Sponsored in memory of Milo, the big black dog who stole our hearts! Mommy and Daddy miss you every day! Hi, I m Freddie. I m a Basset Hound mix who is approximately 3-yearsold. I haven t had a lot of attention, so I m kinda scared of new people at first. But I warm up after a few minutes, and I m finding out they don t want to hurt me, just pet me. These kind people are taking care of me and I really like them. And we re having lots of fun. I ve even gained a few pounds since I ve been here! I love to run and play in the yard. You should see how fast I can run after a ball! I need someone who will love me and show me what the good life is all about. Will you consider adding me to your family? I need a best friend on the other end of my leash. If you are interested, please call 888-909-2387 or visit our website at www.cbhr.com. Also, we are always short on foster homes! If you have ever thought about fostering, please contact CBHR for more details. I am sponsored by Top Toad in the Cotton Exchange in Downtown Wilmington, NC. Thank you! Convenience for you Comfort for your pet Ali s K9 Clips Pet Salon Before After 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. 10 www.pawprintsmagazine.com August 2018

Please call 910-392-0557 to adopt us! Adopt-An-ANGEL My name is Della and I am a wonderful, mid-sized, 5-year-old Pit Bull mix who weighs about 35 to 40 pounds. I am house-trained, sweet, loveable, demure, quiet and absolutely precious. I came out of a rural, overcrowded animal shelter and have some medical needs that are being taken care of. I had some mammary tumors removed and I m undergoing heartworm treatment at the group's expense. I seem to do well with calm dogs, but would love a home where I am the only pampered pet. If you would like to meet me, please call Jill at 910-620-3783. My name is Miley and I am an adorable tuxedo female kitty cat. I am 8-years-old and only homeless because my owner died. I am very sweet and friendly and I love my people. I do well with other cats and probably dogs, too. I live at PetSense in Wilmington so you can come see me there and introduce yourself. At my age, it's really, really hard to be homeless during the summer kitten season. I will need a very special someone to come through the door and tell me I am the one. Are you my special person? My name is CiCi and I don't always like to brag, but I am pretty much the cream of the crop when it comes to smart dogs. Just check out how nicely I m sitting and posing for my photo! Pretty smart, huh? I am an Australian Shepherd mix girl and medium in size. I hope you ll contact the shelter today and spend some time with me. I m simply terrific! My name is Trixie. I am a young Lab and Hound mix who weighs about 50 pounds. I am super-playful and I have a lot of energy. I need an active home with people who can be patient with me as I learn how to be a pet. I came out of an overcrowded rural animal shelter where I ran out of time. I seem to do well with other dogs and I am food motivated so that would be a useful tool in training me. Please come see me at Petco on weekends or call my foster mom, Jill, at 910-620- 3783. You can also call 910-392-0557 or visit www.adoptanangel.net. FLUFFY THE NORMAL CH KITTEN Some people may think CH kittens aren't normal. My name is Fluffy and I say that's fake news! Cerebellar Hypoplasia is a condition kittens are born with because our mom was exposed to a virus while pregnant. One part of our brains don't fully develop, and we have a problem coordinating movement. I may stagger a little and not be able to jump onto your counters, but I can protect my mousie from Batman, enjoy being petted, eat, drink, and entertain you like any other kitten. Can you see me fitting into your loving home? To meet me and consider adoption, text Adopt-An-ANGEL foster mom, Pat, at 910-262-6790 or email PatCBond@gmail.com. Our names are Mugsy and Hilley and we are a 10-year-old pair of Pekingese doggies. We are a bonded pair and would love to get a home together. Neither of us are more than 10 pounds and we love each other. Who is the girl and who is the boy you ask? I m Mugsy, the larger boy and Hilley is smaller. We are house-trained and great with other dogs, cats and kids. We are homeless because our owner died. Do you have room in your heart and in your home to help us heal? We are so easy-going and so darn cute! Please call Jill at 910-620-3783 if you are interested. P.O. Box 15095, Wilmington, NC 28408 http://www.adoptanangel.net August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 11

All 4 Cats Call or text 910-707-4372 or email monica@all4cats.org to adopt! Hi, I'm Marvin. I'm a cool cat who is 4-years-old. I love to lay down with my people. If I find a box, it is impossible for me to resist - I must sit in it. I also love to play. Kittens! Kittens! And more Kittens! There are lots of kittens. Tuxedos, All Black, White/ Black, White, Tabby, Orange, etc. Please watch our Facebook page for sneak peeks at these cuties. Remember: it's always more fun to adopt in pairs. To meet any of our cats or kittens in their foster home, please email foster@all4cats.org or text 910-707-4372. All 4 Cats holds adoption events at the PetSmart in Monkey Junction on Saturdays from 10am to 4pm. My name is Bert and I m 13-years-old. I m a very handsome Russian Blue. My owner passed away so I'm looking for a quiet home. I still have lots of love to give. I love treats - maybe a little too much. I'm coming out of my shell more and more everyday. Do you need a movie buddy? Be sure to ask about the All 4 Cats Seniors for Seniors program. Hello, my name is Rogue and I love to talk. That's one of my babies behind me. They are all grown up and no longer need me so I'm ready for my forever home. I'm a sweet girl who loves good head scratches. I am 2-years-old, spayed and vaccinated. Now, I'm ready to chill and I want to cuddle up with you. Hi, my name is Pema and I m a regal Maine Coon mix. I m a lovely lady who has medium length fur. I like to be in charge. I m spayed and vaccinated and my 4th birthday is August 20. I would love to be celebrating with my new family. They tell me my name is Kimchee and I enjoy a good sunbeam. I'm a quiet, 2½-year-old gal who is spayed and vaccinated. I still love to play like a kitten but do enjoy a few long naps every day. Visit us at http://www.facebook.com/all4catsrescue & http://www.all4cats.org August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 13

Train to Become a Pet Therapy Team Hands-on Training for You and Your Dog Allowing You to Volunteer in Your Community Classes ongoing throughout the year including AKC Canine Good Citizen preparation + Knowledgeable trainers + + Providing pet therapy training since 2002 + Canines for Therapy is a program of Canines for Service Inc. 910-362-8181 information@caninesforservice.org Hi! My name is Atlas but my rescue family calls me Atty May. I'm a big, goofy, adorable Pit Bull. I m a 1½-yearold, tan and white female, but don't let my silliness fool you - I'm smart as a whip! I was rescued on Memorial Day and am fully vetted and ready for a new, forever home. I'm spayed, vaccinated, heartworm negative, and microchipped. Even though I had to live outside for most of my life, I learned all about living in a house very quickly. I'm house-trained, I know basic commands, and I've even learned a trick or two. I have lots of energy, love to play and fetch my squeaky ball, but I love to cuddle even more! I'm good with kids and would love to have one of my own. I'd do best with an active family who'll give me lots of love and attention in a home without cats or small dogs. If you're looking for an extremely smart, loving, and beautiful addition to your family, please call Long Creek Animal Rescue at 910-617-6290. I am sponsored by Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar in Carolina Beach and in loving memory of Bess. My name is Peewee and this is my second time in rescue. I thought I had found my forever home but they were not a good fit for me psychologically. I came from a backyard breeder in Florida and lived in a crate with my mom and sister most of my life. I went off to live in Virginia, but the family did not always like me. I am deaf. I was born deaf so I know no other life. Loud noises and fireworks do not scare me, but this also means I have no recall and cannot hear you if I get out. I am 10 to 11-years-old, up to date on vaccines, neutered, and heartworm free. I would prefer to live in a home with no other dogs (I have lived with dogs before but I am picky with my friends) and with a doggie door. I love to lay outside in the sun (and while I like to go on walks, I do not do well meeting other dogs while on a leash)! I need extra TLC and patience, and would love a person who is home more often than not. Are you looking for your forever family member? I could be the one! To adopt me, call Russell Rescue Inc. - Carolinas at 910-821-3504 to leave a message or email mcbburton@alumni.unc.edu. You can also visit us online at www.russellrescue.com. I am sponsored in loving memory of Bella and Sugar Singleton.

Brunswick County Sheriff s Animal Protective Services Please call 910-754-8204 to adopt us! OPEN SATURDAYS! KITTENS, KITTENS, KITTENS!! We adorable babies are here to represent the multitude of kitten friends who are waiting for you at the shelter! It s Kitten Season, so there are lots and lots of kittens being born and, sadly, many of us do not have loving homes. We come in all shapes, colors and sizes and each one of us is more darling than the last. Your precious sweetheart is waiting! Monkey (A106384) Tamale (A107279) I may still be a puppy, but look how great I am at sitting on command! I walk very nicely on the leash, as well! My name is Warren (A107144) and I m a 6-month-old Lab mix boy who is already neutered. I enjoy playing with other dogs and, of course, I adore humans! There s nothing I d like more in the world than to be your best friend and loyal companion. Hurry over today and adopt me! Seth (A106933) 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 Latte (A106970) Jenny (A106802) Granger (A106799) Hello to ya! My name is Booker (A107170) and I am a Fox Hound boy with a sweet soul and the kindest Spencer (A106599) heart. My large floppy ears and big brown eyes will give your heart the flutters every time! I am gentle, I walk slowly on leash and I sit on command. I enjoy being with other dogs and my personality has been described as calm and loving. I m a young fellow at just 3-years-old. Don t I sound like the perfect match for you? If so, please hurry on over to the shelter and meet me. We can take a stroll in the yard and get to know each other. You ll be so glad you did! 429 Greenswamp Road Supply, NC 28462 http://aps.brunswicksheriff.com August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 15

Just 21 pounds and full grown, that s me! Folks think I m a Dachshund mixed with a miniature, smooth-haired breed. I m definitely beautiful, petite and very sweet, and young at just 1½-yearsold. My name is Stella and I really like the other dogs here. I also love to play with the humans and, boy, are these stuffed toys fantastic inventions! I was probably in a home before my journey here because I am very well-behaved and I know some commands. Please come out to meet me, I d love to win your heart and become your forever furry companion! Call Paws Place at 910-845-7297 for adoption information or answers to any other questions. I am sponsored in loving memory of Grace Harrington. 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 your family complete! Please call my friends at 910-256-2624 or email carewilmington@yahoo.com for more information or to submit an application for my adoption. I am sponsored by Atlantic Animal Hospital who supports Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (CARE). Coastal Engraving Full color pictures of pets or other photos on mugs, mouse pads, coasters, refrigerator magnets and more. Pet ID Tags Trophies Plaques Signs Pet Memorials Rubber Stamps Name Badges South Kerr Business Center 118-A South Kerr Avenue Wilmington, NC 910-392-5340 www.coastalengraving.com 16 www.pawprintsmagazine.com August 2018

Please call 910-792-9014 to adopt us! CAT: Cat Adoption Team We re at Petsmart 7 days a week. I m Gucci and I m one of the 30 adoptable cats that Cat Adoption Team saved from a hoarding situation. I m 8-yearsold and I m the sweetest, most affectionate Calico that you ll ever have the good fortune to meet. I am OK with other cats but I d also be perfectly happy as an only cat. I am quite calm, laid-back and loving but I will still chase my toy mice. I am spayed, vaccinated and well-loved. Please consider adopting an adult cat! LAP CAT ALERT! My name is Hanna and I love nothing more than to sit in your lap and purr. I have the silkiest gray coat and gorgeous eyes. I m 2-years-old and, like Gucci pictured above me, I m one of the sweet and adoptable cats that Cat Adoption Team saved from a hoarding situation. I am spayed, vaccinated and well-loved. Come visit me today! I m Murphy, a wonderful (but young) Mommy Cat. I m a petite, 1-year-old, stunning black and gray Tabby. My foster family describes me as a sweet, energetic, inquisitive and playful mother of five. I come when you call me and I love being petted as much as I love sitting on your lap. We young adults often get overlooked during Kitten Season, but please give me a chance. I just want to be part of a loving family! Hello! I m Harmony, a 2-year-old medium-haired brown Tabby girl. My foster family describes me as sweet and social. I like being with other cats and I am already spayed and vaccinated. Adopt me and give me a very loving home! Hello there! My name is Blanche and I m a 1-year-old gray Tabby girl who loves to snuggle and follow you around. I m very affectionate and just love to be close to my people. If you pet my little head and sweettalk me, I ll be your best friend. I m also friendly to other cats and small dogs, too! I m Maggie, a 12-week-old Tabby kitten, and I m one of many, many, many kittens that Cat Adoption Team has saved so far this kitten season. My brother Marlow (not pictured) and I came to the rescue as tiny babies with bad infections in our eyes. One of my eyes was saved but the other, despite all efforts, was damaged beyond repair. Thanks to wonderful volunteers and many donations for my surgery, my eye was removed and I m feeling so much better! I am sweet and playful and I love my brother. It s my wish that he and I can be adopted together. Please contact Cat Adoption Team if you d like to meet us! Wilmington, NC http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/nc55.html August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 17

Hi, I m Bodhi, an approximately 7 to 10-year-old special needs Sheltie who weighs 30 pounds. I am a very sweet, handsome boy with anxiety issues and I m looking for a calmer home environment than my current multiple-pet home. Older kids are okay, but it would be good for me to be an only pet or with another calm, older dog in a home with no small children. I am good with cats. I am non-aggressive, but I bark and spin when other dogs bark! I m also very scared of thunderstorms and fireworks. But everyone falls in love with me as soon as they see me! I m neutered, walk well on a leash, and am house-trained. I have a history of seizures and thyroid issues, but I'm currently on medication for the thyroid and have not had a seizure in over 5- years. I am undergoing a physical and blood work to be sure I am healthy for my new home. If you would like to know more about me or would like to set up a meeting with me, please contact Eva Bordeaux at 910-622-5200. I Need A Hero! My name is Shamir and I am a petite female, adult kitty cat. I came out of an overcrowded animal shelter with a litter of kittens. Of course, they have all been adopted. And in a tale as old as time, I, the mother cat, am left behind struggling to find a home amidst the sea of homeless kittens at every adoption fair all summer long. I feel like an abandoned boat wandering adrift in the vengeful ocean during an impending storm. How will someone ever find me? I am sweet, friendly, calm, patient and I lovingly adopt any kitten they place in my cage to befriend. I take them in and then watch them get rescued, but no one has thrown me a life boat yet. Please call my foster mom, Jill, at 910-620-3783 if you will be my hero. For more info about me or the adoption process, please call Adopt-An-ANGEL at 910-392-0557 or you can visit us online at www.adoptanangel.net. I am sponsored in honor of all the wonderful foster mommies & daddies who care for homeless animals.

Please call 910-253-1375 to adopt us! Cat Tails I m Daryl and this black and white kitten is my sister, Demi. We re two of Dijon s kittens (she s pictured below) and we have even more toes than she does. The record for toes on a cat is 28 and I might be pretty close to that. We re very sweet and very pretty but most people just look at our feet. If you adopt us, you can count our toes and stare at them every single day. I m a 2-yearold girl who is named Dijon because I m kinda the color of spicy mustard. My five kittens and I came to Cat Tails together so we could find new homes. I m a polydactyl cat. That means I have great big feet with lots of extra toes. If you adopt me, you would have something in common with Ernest Hemingway. He had lots of polydactyl cats! Are you searching for the perfect pet for your family? Well, here I am! My name is Alf. I m only 19-months-old. I m handsome, eat neatly, and have good litterbox habits. I m very playful and I love everyone. I think I m perfect, wouldn t you agree? Please come and get me! I m already fixed and I m current on all of my vaccinations so I m ready to go home with you today. Let s get this party started! Hi! I m Panda and this is my adorable sister, Amanda. She is gray and white and I m sure you can guess, I m black and white. We re 4-month-old kittens. We lived in a foster home before coming to Cat Tails so we have good manners. Now, that we re fixed and ready, wouldn t you like to take us to your home? My name is Lester and I m a 16-monthold boy. Most people think I m older because of my size. I m a really, really big boy. I don t think I m fat but well, a diet wouldn t be a bad idea. I get along well with people and other cats. All I am searching for is a soft place to sleep and a little attention. Can you help me? My name is Cricket and I m just 5-months-old. I m a very soft, longhaired, black kitten with a perfect white bib. I love to be cuddled and I go crazy for feathered sticks and toys. I ve been spayed and tested and vaccinated and now I just need to be spoiled. Does that sound like a job for you? 6622 Beach Drive SW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469 www.cattails.org August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 19

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 My name is Gucci and I am an awesome cat. I am a drop dead gorgeous, pretty little Calico kitty. I do fine with cats, dogs and kids, too. Would you believe that I am a leftover mother cat from last year? Yes, I had a litter of kittens last year and they all have been adopted. I have been struggling to overcome homelessness for over a year and it is unbelievable that I have not been scooped up yet. Why? Because at every adoption fair, there has been a cuter kitty who won someone over instead of me. I don't let it get me down though. I know my special someone is out there somewhere. I thought about hiring a special detective, but I can't afford it. Will you help me find them? I bet they don't even know they want a cat yet. We have to convince them how important cats are. We are constant companionship, we even talkpurr which is a really special language that only happens between cats and people they love. If you think I may finally be the one, please call Jackie at 910-523-9719. 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! URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running Out! It was sad when my owner died and now I m in another sad situation. Is there someone out there who will rescue me? My name is Sugar (A030057) and I arrived at the shelter on June 22nd. I m a beautiful and sweet 5-year-old Coonhound girl who really wants to be part of a family again. I have done GREAT here with the other dogs, and I m VERY clean in my kennel which suggests I m house-trained or crate-trained. As for my personality, I m simply a LOVEBUG! I weigh around 55 pounds, I m already spayed and, listen to this, there is NO COST to adopt me thanks to my friends and they ve even included gifts to go with my new family. But please hurry! Dogs arrive at the shelter every day and there s 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. I am sponsored in loving memory of Hank Harrington.

Please call 910-763-6692 to adopt us! New Hanover Humane Society Open 10am-2pm Mon-Sat Hi, my name is Thomas! I m a peaceful, gentle soul with a laid-back personality. I enjoy spending my day curled up at the foot of your bed or at the window with the warm sunshine passing over me. I d love a home with a laid-back lifestyle like mine where I can meditate to the sound of the birds singing outside. At just 4-years-old, I m already neutered, vaccinated and litterbox-trained. If a happy and goodnatured kitty is your desire, I m the one for you! Stevie here, and I m ready to make your life a whole lot happier! At just 10- months-old, I m a neutered Lab mix boy who is up to date on shots, house-trained and I know basic commands. I m very attentive and friendly to people, including children, and I d be happiest in a home with no other pets, so I can get ALL the cuddles. Come meet me! Please Visit and Like Our New Facebook Page! I m an extremely friendly girl named Charity and I ll be sure to bring joy into your life. My former owner loved me, but sadly, her health failed, so now I m looking for a new family to love. I m spayed, vaccinated and litterbox-trained. Visit me today! Am I a vibrant beauty or what? My name is Boots and I m a 3-year-old Tortoiseshell girl who is already spayed, litterbox-trained and vaccinated. I just love getting attention from humans and my former owner wants you to know that I like other cats. Visit today and let me win your heart! Hello! My name is C.J. and I m a very handsome peachcolored Tabby boy who is neutered, vaccinated and litterbox-trained. I can be a little shy at first, but I warm up nicely and purr and purr as you pet me. I ve been shuffled around lately and I really want to find my new forever home. I have so much love and gratitude to give! Well, shoot. Why is a friendly, declawed beauty like me at a shelter? I m Cassie, a black and brown Tabby with a snow white bib. At 5½-years-old, I m spayed, vaccinated, and litterbox-trained. I ve never met a dog, but I know I don't care for cats. I guess I want to be the center of attention...rightly so! 2405 North 23rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 www.nhumanesoc.com August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 21

I m Bow Wow (38544006), a sweet pup who has been waiting more than 2-months for a family to love. That is far too long for a great guy like me. I am the shelter s longest resident, and though I m a happy-go-lucky kind of boy, all this waiting has really got me down. I m such a good dog, I love my people, and I love to play in the yard. I adore a good game of fetch and have never met a squeaky toy I didn't like. Nobody here knows how I ve been overlooked for so long. I would make such a fun and loving family companion. I ve been waiting so long in the kennels that I can let my excitement get the better of me when meeting potential adopters. I m just so happy to meet new people that my wiggles and jumps of joy may be a little overwhelming. But I m very treat motivated and though I haven t polished up my puppy manners, I am very eager to please. In fact, I learned how to sit on command in no time. I have such potential and I promise to win your heart. Onslow County Animal Services is 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 us online at www.onslowcountync.gov/animalservices. I am sponsored by Atlas and Bonnie Mayew. Thank you!

Low Cost Spay/Neuter Programs Assistance with Lost & Abandoned Animals Guardian Angel Service Dogs Website: www.oc-paw.com Phone: 910.745.7930 Email: ocpaw@yahoo.com For more info on how we can become best friends, come check me out on page 9.

www.wcleeuwenburg.com My name is Happy and I am a very happy and energetic 1-year-old boy! I like to express my excitement for life by jumping and barking when you walk by my kennel. I simply just want to make sure everyone sees me, so please don t let this scare you off! The folks here at Paws Place tell me I m a Lab/ wirehaired Terrier mix, less than 40 pounds. A fenced-in yard would be perfect for me, because I love to run and play! I hope you stop by and see me, I d love to share my abundance of happiness with you! Call Paws Place at 910-845-7297 for adoption information or answers to any other questions. I am sponsored in honor of all the people who lovingly care for the dogs at Paws Place. Hello out there! My name is Harley. I m a 3-year-old Foxhound/ Beagle mix boy who is already neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and ready to go! I m a friendly, happy-golucky fellow who needs a loving family that will devote time to me. I just love to run and play and I have a lot of fun in the exercise yard at the shelter. My new home should have a fenced-in yard so I can keep up with my exercise routine! I hope you ll drive on over and spend some time with me. We can play in the yard and see if we re a match. For more information or directions to the shelter, please call the New Hanover Humane Society at 910-763-6692. I am sponsored in loving memory of Levi D. Forever number 1. Have You Heard? You Can Sponsor a Homeless Animal in PawPrints Magazine for Just $35. Call: 910-264-3647 Email: pawprints@ec.rr.com 28 www.pawprintsmagazine.com August 2018

Onslow County Animal Services Call 910-937-1164 or 910-455-0182 or email animalcontrol@onslowcountync.gov to adopt! I m Little Miss Hattie (38987097) and I m always on my best behavior, full of tail wags and wiggles and just as sweet as they come. I enjoy playing with other dogs and love to climb up on your lap for attention (and ear rubs!). At 4-years-old, I ve outgrown my puppy stages and I m ready to settle down with a family and get a second chance at happiness. I would be the perfect addition to a home that is looking for a smaller sized companion who loves to be loved. My name is Morgan (38908466) and I m a 2-year-old, gorgeous gray gal with lots of love to share. I have taken on the role of den mother to the shelter s kittens. I m very sweet, gentle and loving with the little ones as well as affectionate with humans. I would love a home with other cats and with a family that can provide me with lots of love. I m a 5-year-old, happy and energetic Hound named Nigel (38884504). I m friendly and I m great with other dogs. I m looking for a home with a big fenced yard where I can run and explore, a nice sunny spot and a family who can provide lots of time for play. I am mildmannered, do well on a lead and take treats gently. I enjoy naps, belly rubs and a good run. I would be a terrific addition to any active, loyal family. Howdy, I m Romper (38969954). If you are looking for a playful pup, full of energy and personality, I m your guy! I would do best in a home that will allow for lots of play and exercise and adventure. Couch potatoes need not apply. I do well with other dogs. A sweet, silly boy like me is sure to bring lots of fun and smiles to my new home. I m still a young pup and will need a patient family willing to teach me his puppy manners. Given a little time and TLC, I will make a fine companion and lifetime friend. Who doesn t love hash browns? Not scattered or smothered or covered. Just hash browns and nothing else. My name is Hash Brown (38952389) and I m a 4-year-old Dobie mix. I am a sweetheart and ham of a pup. I love my people, I love to play and I m a good-natured guy. I do well with other dogs, but seem to prefer the attention of humans. Please give me a good scratch or a tasty treat and you ll have a friend for life. My name is Chase (35171782) and I m completely bewildered by the fact that my owners moved away and left me behind. I m a 1-year-old guy who deserves far better than being abandoned. This time around, I m looking for a forever family and a safe, happy home where I can spend my days napping on the windowsill or soaking up attention from my humans. If you would like to give me a second chance, come meet me at the shelter. 244 Georgetown Rd., Jacksonville, NC www.onslowcountync.gov/animalservices August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 29

DB PLUMBING, INC. NEW CONSTRUCTION COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL REMODEL / REPAIRS LICENSED & INSURED DONALD BARNHOUSE LIC. #24406 910-470-1527 910-253-5868 Save lives please spay or neuter your pets! Hi there, I m Moose and I'm looking for a new best friend! At just 2-years-old, I m a neutered, microchipped German Wirehair Pointer mix. I m a real sweetheart who knows basic commands. I m very people-oriented and would prefer to be your only pet so that I can be the one getting all the cuddle-time! My home should have a secure fenced yard where I can play and get some exercise. Then, once I m done playing, you and I can chill out together and see what s on TV! Won t you please come meet me? I m at the New Hanover Humane Society and their number is 910-763-6692. I am sponsored by PawPrints Magazine in loving memory of Sugar Singleton, who was adopted from New Hanover Humane Society in 2009. She lived a happy life with her Mom and Dad and her best friend, Bella. Wouldn t you love to see this adorable face and quizzical head-tilt first thing in the morning? My name is Walker (A107138) and I am a rambunctious and totally fun Red Tick Hound mix boy. I listen well and sit perfectly on command. (Check out my photo for proof!) I walk excellently on the leash and I really enjoy playing with other dogs. I m totally handsome, too! If you are looking for someone to keep you smiling and join you for adventures, I am totally your guy. I m just 1-year-old and my adoption fee includes a physical examination, neuter surgery, heartworm test and Rabies vaccination. Come on over and adopt me! For driving directions or 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! Dr. Christian Bolz Dr. Daniel Houlihan Dr. Debbie Bolz Dr. Colleen Peat 910-313-3326 6005 Carolina Beach Road (1 mile south of Monkey Junction across from Harris Teeter) 30 www.pawprintsmagazine.com August 2018

PAW S Place Send inquiries for adoption to info@pawsplace.org or call 910-845-7297. Cute puppy alert! My name is Robbie and I was found on the side of the road with my two sisters, one of whom is pictured just below me. Her name is Skye. We are excited to be at Paws Place and we love getting cuddles and attention! I m a Black Lab mix, about 8-weeks-old, and I ll most likely be medium in size when fully grown. Please give me a chance at love and come and meet me. I can t wait to know what this furever home is all about! Another cute puppy alert! I m Skye and I was found on the side of the road with my brother and sister. We are so happy to be at Paws Place that we can hardly stop wagging our tails! I m a Lab mix girl, about 8-weeks-old, and I ll probably be medium in size once fully grown. Come by and get to know me! The other dogs here keep telling me about a furever family and it sure sounds like something I d love to be part of! I m Nikki, and I ve had a rough first 5 years of life, but I haven t let that affect my kind heart and loving soul. My owner surrendered me to Paws Place when I was hit by a car and he couldn t financially care for me any more. Paws Place took care of the surgery where one of my back legs had to be removed. I ve adapted quickly, and it hasn t slowed me down a bit! There is nothing more I love than a good walk! Well, I do also love spending time with the kind humans here and playing with the other dogs! I am a petite Coonhound/ Treeing Walker mix girl, and, yes, I do use my sweet hound dog eyes to grab your attention, make no mistake! I wasn t named King without reason! I am a regal, easy-going kinda guy (and very handsome!). I m also a perfect leash walker, as I m in no hurry to go anywhere. I am house-trained, I know some commands and I m just an all-around true gentleman. I am heartworm positive, but don t worry - Paws Place is taking care of the treatment. So if you re looking for a wellrounded, 5-year-old Black Lab with manners, look NO further - I am your guy! Come by and let me steal your heart! Hey everyone, my name is Lexi. Come and see how cute I am! I am new to Paws Place, so I am still a bit shy. The humans tell me I am a very sweet 4-month old girl and they believe me to be a Husky mix. They also say I am a people dog, as I love to follow my 2-legged companions just about anywhere! Laid-back, loving, and cute as a button - that is me! Please come meet me, I am just a pup and would love nothing more than a family to grow with! Don t you just love my sweet, sassy pose for the camera? I m Josie and I was transferred to Paws Place from Brunswick County Animal Services. The folks here believe me to be a Hound dog mix and about 2-years young! Everyone keeps saying what a pretty, sweet girl I am what do you think? I am medium-sized with good manners and I absolutely love meeting new people. Please give me the opportunity to have a family to call my own. I promise you won t regret visiting and meeting me! 242 George II Hwy, Winnabow, NC 28479 www.pawsplace.org August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 31

Hello, my name is Louise but my friends call me Weezer. I'm a young 9-year-old who loves lounging around watching TV or going for a drive. I'm looking for a lifetime commitment from a family who has a simple life style. I like to go for strolls on the beach but I'm also happy just hanging out at home. I'm completely housetrained, crate-trained, leashed-trained and know my commands. I have only spent one night in the crate at my foster home and that was my first night. I do perfect out in the house when you are gone. I just lay around and watch TV. I love to cuddle, eat, sleep and get belly rubs. I get along great with other doggies and my foster mom says that there isn't a dog that I have been around that I didn't get along with. I don't do well in the heat so I prefer the AC and I don't care for the wet stuff that is called rain. It's not that I'm a Diva or anything, I'm just a Princess. For an explanation of our adoption process, application, and fees, email info@mpbf.org, visit mpbf.org, or call Merit Pit Bull Foundation at 336-618-PITT. I am sponsored by PawPrints Magazine in loving memory of Steven James Whisnant.

Pender County Animal Shelter Please call 910-259-1484 or email jhorton@pendercountync.gov to adopt us! I m a little kitten in a great big world and I hope someone will soon be taking me to a safe and cozy home! My name is Olive (A030122) and I m a tiny girl, 10-weeks-old, and as friendly as can be. Visit me at the shelter and hold me in your hands - I m sweet! This entire page is full of beautiful girls, already spayed, and I m no exception! My name is Autumn (A030116) and I m a very friendly, affectionate 3-year-old girl with the prettiest Tortoiseshell fur. I d love to be your cuddly companion! OPEN ON SATURDAYS! Noon to 4pm OPEN ON SUNDAYS! 1pm to 4pm Please Adopt! WE RE OVERCROWDED AND NEAR CAPACITY. I m a teeny-tiny, orange and white fluff-ball of fur named Buttercup (A030131). I don t know how I came to be all alone in the world, but I hope I won t be alone for much longer! I m such a joy, full of awesome cuteness, and I m just a baby at 12-weeks-old. Adopt me and you ll never stop smiling! Looking for an absolutely gorgeous, long-haired girl to beautify your home and add love to your life? Look no further than me! My name is Jasmine (A030128) and I am a very friendly girl who is already spayed. I will be a wonderful companion for the lucky person or family who adopts me. Hurry on over and let s get acquainted! Life is just better when you share it with a playful, happy, loveable kitten! My name is Little Darlin (A030124) and I m a 15-week-old baby girl who is beautiful, spunky and completely adorable! Please adopt me! Spot I hope these innocent round eyes of mine and this sweet expression is tugging at your heart! You see, I m a girl who was meant to be part of a family, not alone at a shelter! My name is Amber (A030159) and I m a 1-year-old Tabby who is spayed, friendly and ready to go home with you. Come on over! 3280 New Savannah Rd., Burgaw, NC Pendercountyanimalshelter.petfinder.com August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 33

Hi everyone! My name is Petunia! My favorite thing to do is cuddle on the couch! I m not sure when my birthday is but I m somewhere around 3 to 4-years-old but I still feel like a puppy! I don t get along with all dogs so my foster mom says I d be happy as the only doggie in the house. I don t pull my foster mom when she takes me on walks but sometimes I get a little nervous and have to stop to collect my thoughts. I potty outside all the time and that makes my foster mom happy. She also thinks it s pretty cool when I go in my crate and lay down but what else would I do in there? It s the perfect place to sleep! I ve met a couple furry things named cats and I do alright as long as they don t run from me because - what s better than playing tag? Nothing!! If you think you would be a good home for me just fill out an application!! Can t wait to meet you! For an explanation of our adoption process, application, and fees, email info@mpbf.org, visit mpbf.org, or call Merit Pit Bull Foundation at 336-618-PITT. I am sponsored by Robyn Davis in loving memory of Duncan. ADOPT A FOREVER FRIEND YOU WILL BE THEIR HERO Duplin County Animal Control Open Noon to 6pm for adoptions 117 Middleton Cemetary Lane Kenansville, NC 28349 Phone: 910-296-2159 Facebook: Duplin County Animal Services One would think I d be Gone in 60 Seconds because I m such a Family Man. How about you and I Face/Off and Honeymoon in Vegas. Just let me be The Rock in your life and you ll always be Moonstruck. My name is Nicolas Cage (38718452) and I m just a kitten at 7-months-old. Unfortunately, I am finding myself overlooked time and time again for smaller, younger kittens. I m such a laid-back and friendly guy and people are really missing out on a terrific companion by not giving me a chance. I would love a home to stretch out and nap, curl up on a lap, and get all the ear scratches. If you are looking for a young, handsome and sociable cat, I m the guy for you! Onslow County Animal Services is 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 us online at www.onslowcountync.gov/animalservices. I am sponsored in honor of all the cats who are waiting for homes at the shelter.

Please call 910-259-7022 to adopt us! My name is Chloe and I once was part of a loving family but a new person in the household with a feline allergy caused me to be brought to the shelter. I really want someone to love me and pet me and I can t understand why I m not sitting on someone s lap right now. I am friendly and loving to all I meet and I enjoy playing with toys. If you d like a 2-year-old, healthy, happy Tabby girl to be part of your family, come adopt me! Pender Humane Society Precious Puppy Alert! My name is Jeeze and I m a 4-month-old Hound mix girl who is very sweet and very curious about everything. I like to see and smell and explore, but I will also sit on command (just check out my photo!) I enjoy being with other dogs and meeting people. I m also in great health. I hope you ll be coming over to meet me! I m Nelly, a 3-year-old Pit mix girl. As you can see, I sit on command and I ll even tilt my head for extra cuteness. I m also very friendly and loving and I adore people, whether I ve known you awhile or just a few moments. I have a lot of personality and I do like to talk to you, especially if you are not paying attention to me! I m spayed, vaccinated and on heartworm prevention. Please come over and adopt me! Sable Back on April 4, I gave birth to some sweet pups who are now weaned and ready to live life on their own. I m also ready to see what the future holds for me. I hope you re in it! I m Bunny, a 5-year-old tricolor Walker Hound (but on the smaller side). My shelter friends say I m one of the most laid-back Walkers they ve seen. If you adopt me, we can go for a walk or hang out on the couch, it s fine with me. I m in great health, super-friendly and ready to enjoy a new life with my forever family! Dora the Explorer Cheddar Sable Darrel Daisy Dunkin Dana Garfield Darrel Darla Pumbaa Maggie KITTEN-PALOOZA! Did you know that if you visit the shelter you can enter a room that is filled with the most adorable, playful, curious and affectionate kittens on the planet? It s true! We eight sweethearts (six girls and two boys, just 12- weeks-old) are waiting to love you. We will run to greet you as soon as you walk in the door. Then, all you have to do is take a seat and watch us play, and be sure to cuddle and kiss us. You ll soon find the one who steals your heart away! P. O. Box 626, Burgaw NC 28425 http://www.penderhumane.org August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 35

Please call 910-579-0407 to adopt us! R.A.C.E. (Rescue Animals Community Effort) Hi, I'm Gizmo and I'm a 2-year-old Chihuahua mix and I weigh around 6 pounds. I was hit by a car, so I need surgery to correct my back leg and hip. That will happen soon and I'll also be neutered, too. I'll be available for adoption in mid August. I'm super sweet and enjoy being carried and snuggling. I like other small dogs and I'm OK with cats, too. I love to give kisses and clean out ears, so get ready for some wet willies. Hi, I'm Ivy and I'm a Poodle mix. I'm 8-years-old and around 8 pounds. I have cataracts and R.A.C.E. is taking me to the eye specialist soon to get them checked out. I like other dogs and I enjoy exploring, but I am cautious since I don't see very well. I'm gaining confidence every single day that I'm with my foster mom. Won't you fill out an application so I can meet you? Hi, my name is Jay and I'm a senior Poodle mix. I'm just a little guy who lost his mom recently. I only have one eye, but I'm sweet as can be. I want to find my furever home so I can lounge and snuggle with someone. Hi, my name is Dusty and I'm a senior Poodle mix. R.A.C.E. got my teeth cleaned and I'm ready to find my furever home. I'm a sweet boy looking for someone to love and snuggle with. My name is Penny and I m a 6-year-old, 12 pound, female Boston Terrier who was rescued from a breeder. I am very sweet, a little scared and not house-trained. My foster mom is great and has helped me become less scared of everything, but I'll need someone who understands how scary my life was and help me become self-assured. Hi, we are Brady and Brandy and we are a bonded pair. We are Dachshunds and we are both a bit overweight. Our foster mom and dad have done a great job helping us lose weight and we get to swim every day for exercise. We are looking for someone who s willing to continue our exercise routine and diet so that we can be healthy. We are 6-years-old and ready to love you. Hi, I'm Simon and I'm a 2 to 3-year-old Terrier mix and I weigh 23 pounds. I'm told I have a very expressive face and awesome ears. I'm a little shy at first, but it only lasts a couple of minutes and then I'm everyone's best friend. I like other dogs, too. Won't you come and meet me? P.O. Box 3370, Shallotte, NC 28459 www.raceshelter.org August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 37

Hi, my name is Perle and I am a 3 to 4-year-old female Great Dane. The nice people at Great Dane Friends of Ruff Love found me at a local animal shelter and placed me into one of their foster homes. I am great with other dogs and kids; I even love to go for car rides! I also love playing with toys, snuggling with my foster family, and lounging on comfy couches or dog beds. My foster parents think I may have had a few litters of puppies in my previous life, and boy, am I making up for lost time! I am very curious and expressive and attach easily to my people. I am learning to walk correctly on a leash while walking in the neighborhood. For an adoption application, email greatdanefriend@yahoo.com or call 704-584-9257. You can check out some of our other Great Danes available for adoption at www.greatdanefriends.com. I am sponsored by Mr. Peanut and Ginger Snap. The Pet Friendly People Friendly Print Shop Come See Us! We ll Make it Easier for You! 763-8476 110 Dock St. Downtown Wilmington Free Off-Street Parking Hours M-F 8:30-5:00 Toni Lily Hello! My name is Toni the Tortie and the tuxedo cat is my friend, Lily. We lived together with six other cats in a very small travel trailer until one day our human companion passed away. We had no place to go. Happily, we were taken in by a rescue until we can find a new home. I am a sweet, laid-back Tortie, about 3-years-old. I recently had some dental work done. I feel good and I am all healed up. Lily is also 3-years-old and is the more talkative one. She likes to tell you all about her day. We are spayed, vaccinated, treated for fleas, and FIV/Feline Leukemia negative. Won't you please give one or both of us a second chance at a home? Please call 910-262-8890 for information about adopting us. We are sponsored by Sharon Harmon and Barbara Blandine. Thank you!

Please call 910-457-6340 to adopt us! CUTE is an understatement! I'm Spencer, a 2-year-old Beagle Boy who loves hugs, kisses and snuggles. I also love to run and play - and I especially love splashing around in the pool in my kennel! The vet weighed me at 35 pounds and said that I am a healthy guy! I would definitely need a fenced-in yard with good security - you know Beagles are extremely wise when it comes to following our nose and figuring a way out. Anyway - I hope you will stop by and meet me! YEA!!! It's finally football season and I have my football ready! Hi, my name is Inky and I would be the best football game watching buddy you have ever had! I am about a year old and a real love bug! Cuddling and playing are two of my two favorite things! I do need to let you know that I am FIV positive - but it's really not that big of a deal! Cats with FIV can live just as long as other cats! Find out more about FIV online, talk to your vet or talk to my friends at SOAR. I m a wonderful boy - please don t pass me by! SOAR (Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue) Don't let my name fool you. I'm Brutus, but I am one of the sweetest guys you will ever meet. Everyone at SOAR is so nice to me! They love me and pet me and take great care of me, but absolutely NOTHING would be better than to have my very own furever home! After all, I am turning 1-year-old in August and a new home would be a great gift. Won t you please stop by and meet me? Did you say handsome? Well, if you did - you must be talking about me! I m Kahlua and I just came to SOAR as a stray. It's hard to believe that a boy as sweet as I am would wind up on the streets - but it's true. It's great being at SOAR and they are taking great care of me! I love to sit in the laps of the volunteers - so if that's what you like maybe I could come live with you! My birthday was in July and I turned 3-years-old. They think I am a Siamese mix but all I know is I would love to find my new forever lap - I mean, home! Hi, I m Daisy aka Daisy May. I'm a sweet girl, just 3-years-old. I m a Lab mix and a perfect size at about 40 pounds. The volunteers say I m a good people-dog and that I d probably do better in a one-dog family because I LOVE to get ALLLLLLLL the attention. I d also love a fenced-in yard because I am very energetic and enjoy playing with tennis balls. That s what I was doing when this photo was taken! I m smart and do great on my leash walks and the agility course. Visit soon and I can show you all my tricks! Why is everybody making so much noise? You woke me up - and kittens need their beauty sleep, you know! I'm Wendy and I came to SOAR with my sisters Wanda and Winnie and my brothers Winston and Wesley. We all look alike - the volunteers say we look like a litter of cheetahs! We are about 4-months-old and, though we love to play, we are pretty calm - for a bunch of kittens, that is! Come by and meet us - we ll just be hanging out at SOAR until you get here! 3376 St. Charles Place Southport, NC 28461 www.soar-nc.org August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 39

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 Not for profit service organization since 1971 IF YOUR DOG IS NOT COMING TO YOU YOU SHOULD BE COMING TO US! Classes begin October 8th $10.00 off with this ad (first time students only) 910-392-2040 Visit our website at www.adtc.us We are Porkchop and Brisket, two beautiful gray twin brothers! We boys are as sweet as can be, lively, playful, and curious. We love to be held and we have the loudest purrs! We are just 12-weeks-old and growing fast so please come see what a handsome pair we are. We are at the CAT Adoption Center at Petsmart on New Centre Drive in Wilmington, NC. Adoption hours are 5pm to 7pm on weekdays, 1pm to 5pm on Saturday and 1pm to 4pm on Sunday. All kittens with Cat Adoption Team have been socialized in foster homes and are spayed/neutered and vaccinated. So come on over and meet us! You know kittens are like potato chips...you can t have just one! If you have any other questions, please call Cat Adoption Team at 910-792-9014. We are sponsored by ECM Corporation. Thank you! My name is Veronica, and I am a very sweet, but shy, young lady. I was rescued from a dog-fighting ring, so hopefully you can understand why I am a little fearful of humans. My friends at C.A.R.E. and Atlantic Animal Hospital are helping me get over my fear by being very patient with me and rewarding me with lots of treats! I'm hoping to find a family that is willing to continue working with me to help me get over my fear. I am very interested in other dogs, although, due to my heartworm treatments, I haven't had the opportunity to play in a large group setting yet. Once I'm finished with my treatments, I want to be able to play with new doggy friends! I am very loving, 2-years-old, and can't wait to spend the rest of my life with a family of my very own! Call 910-256-2624 or email carewilmington@yahoo.com for more info or to submit an application for my adoption. I am sponsored by Atlantic Animal Hospital who supports Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.). 40 www.pawprintsmagazine.com August 2018

Shelter News & Events 10th Annual Paws by the River Pet Walk Pet Friends of Duplin County is holding the 10th Annual Paws by the River Pet Walk on Sunday, September 23. The group is looking for sponsors for the event. If you're interested, please email pfdcmail@gmail.com for more information. Sponsor deadline is August 24. Spay and Neuter Funds Now Available! Pender Humane Society can help you with the spaying and neutering of your personal pets or feral colony of cats you feed. Funds are currently available and open to all citizens of New Hanover, Pender and surrounding counties. Please give them a call at 910-899-0934 or send an email to pchsspayneuter@gmail.com today for your voucher! Save the Date for Raise the Ruff 2018! Mark your calendars and save the date for Raise the Ruff and Beyond 2018! Casino Night - Friday, September 21, 2018 from 7pm to 10pm at the Coastline Conference Center in Downtown Wilmington at 501 Nutt St. You ll enjoy a night full of entertainment and all for an amazing cause! There will be a cash bar and heavy hors d oeuvres served throughout the night. There will also be fabulous raffles, prizes, and silent auctions! Casino tables will be available for entertainment purposes only. Tickets are $75 in advance at www.pawsplace.org. Contact tony@pawsplace.org for sponsorship information. All of the proceeds from this event will benefit Paws Place, a non-profit, no-kill shelter dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption of dogs. See ad on page 32. For Our Furry Friends Thrift Store Come and enjoy one of the finest, largest thrift stores in the area. FOFF (For Our Furry Friends) Thrift Store is located at 102 US Hwy 117N in Burgaw and is operated by Pender Humane Society. The 5,000 square foot building is filled with clothes, furniture including antiques, fine glassware/dishes, small kitchen appliances, jewelry and a little of everything. The thrill of the hunt is part of the fun! Enjoy your thrift store passion and save animals as well. Poker for Puppies Have a fun evening playing poker and raise money for canine rescue at the same time! The event will be held on August 21 at 6pm at Hannah S. Block Community Arts Center, 120 S. 2nd Street. All proceeds benefit Monty's Home. For more info, call Steve at 910-409-8965. Calling all Law Enforcement, Fire-Rescue, and First Responders! paws4vets is excited to announce the inaugural battle of Arm Wrestling Challenge Series with the Battle of Wilmington. The event will be on Saturday, August 18 at the Battleship Park located in Wilmington, NC. Registration is now available. Regular entry fee for contestants is $30. Sign up by August 1st and receive a $10 discount! Check-in begins at 8am. Prizes will be awarded along with bragging rights. This is a family-friendly event with a Family Fun Zone open from 11am to 4pm. Try your luck at the dunk tank where you will have the opportunity to soak some Important New Hanover County Officials. The net proceeds from the Battle of Wilmington will help the group continue to place Dogs with Veterans in need. Your participation is also helping to spread awareness about Veteran suicide and how effective the K9-centric approach is preventing and/or reducing it. Paws4vets is using "right to bare arms" to reduce Veteran suicide by placing highly-trained, customized Service Dogs with Veterans battling PTSD, MST, or TBI. So, come out to Battleship Park and flex your muscles for a good cause! Register today at www.p4varmwrestling.org, sign up by July 28 and receive an exclusive event t-shirt and swag bag! Think your friends might be up for the challenge? Visit the website to download and share the AWCS Flyer. Win a Luxury Cruise and Help Dogs! Monty s Home invites you to take part in a fantastic raffle with a fabulous prize. After all, who wouldn t want to win a five day cruise for two to the Caribbean or the Bahamas on the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line? Your adventure includes an oceanview room, all gratuities, and port taxes. You can pick a departure date that works for you. Raffle tickets are just $5 or five tickets for $20. Tickets are available at all Monty s Home events including Wednesdays at the Poplar Grove Farmers Market. You can also visit www.montyshome.org to purchase raffle tickets online or to get further information. The raffle is part of the Players for Puppies Festival. The drawing will take place at The Satellite on September 22, 2018. You do not have to be present to win. August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 41

Hey Hey - my name is Billy Bob (grey and white Tabby) and this is my best friend Charlie (black and white Tuxedo). We have both been at SOAR for awhile now - not really sure why because if you ask us - we are both very handsome and supersweet. Charlie is a little less outgoing than I am - but he s still a really cool dude! As you can see, we love to hang out together and watch the bugs and birds fly by the window or just chill in the big, comfy bean bed that SOAR gave us. We don't have to be adopted together - but if you are looking for a pair of healthy and affectionate young gentlemen (I will be 3 in September and Charlie will be 2 in November) - look no further! Hope to see you soon! Please call SOAR at 910-457-6340 if you need directions or have any questions! We are sponsored by SOAR in loving memory of all their wonderful, furry friends who made it safely to the Rainbow Bridge. I m a darling boy named Caesar and I d love to be your new family member! My shelter friends are quite charmed by me - they say I m such a gentleman, very quiet and very sweet. I sit on command for treats and make friends with every human I meet. I was found wandering along the side of the road and was rescued by a very nice lady who says I got along well with her two dogs. Now I m at the shelter and need a little help. You see, while I was on my own, I tore my ACL and need to be crated for 4 to 6 weeks while it heals. The good news is that I m crate-trained and don t mind being in a crate. So if you ve fallen in love with my happy face and really want to adopt me, you can take me home as a foster-to adopt while my ACL heals. Once I m better in just a few weeks, the adoption will be finalized! To find out more, call Pender Humane Society at 910-259-7022 and please come get to know me! I am sponsored by the Furry Friends Re-sale Shop in honor and memory of all the animals who've passed through the doors of Pender Humane Society.

Calendar of Events August Adopt-An-ANGEL Cat Adoptions Seven Days a Week! Kittens and cats will be available for adoption at Pet Supermarket in Wilmington, Petco in Wilmington, Petsense in Wilmington, and Petsense in Shallotte from 9am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and 10am to 6pm on Sundays. For more information, call 910-392-0557. New Hanover Humane Society Adoptions 6 Days a Week Your next companion could be at the New Hanover Humane Society in Wilmington, from 10am to 2pm Monday through Saturday. For more information, please call 910-763-6692. Paws Place New Kennel Hours - Open 6 Days a Week Paws Place is open to the public Monday through Wednesday from 9am to Noon and Thursday through Saturday 10am to 2pm. The kennel is closed to the public on Sundays. Visit www.pawsplace.org or email info@pawsplace.org. Cat Tails Adoption Facility August 1, 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, 15, 18, 19, 22, 25, 26 & 29 From 11am to 1pm on Wednesdays, 11am to 3pm on Saturdays, and 11am to 3pm on Sundays, cats and kittens are available for adoption. For more information, please call 910-575- 4529. R.A.C.E. Adoption Fair at Aunt Kerry s Pet Stop August 4 From 10am to 2pm, R.A.C.E. will have animals available for adoption at Aunt Kerry s Pet Stop (3600 S. College Road next to Food Lion in Wilmington, NC). To confirm date and time, please call 910-579-0407. Adopt-An-ANGEL Adoption Fairs at Petco August 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26 From 11am to 5pm, Adopt-An-ANGEL will have puppies, kittens, dogs and cats available for adoption on Saturdays and Sundays at Petco in Wilmington. For more information, please call 910-392-0557. NHC Rabbit Rescue of Wilmington Adoption Fairs August 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26 Meet adoptable rabbits from 11am to 5pm on Saturdays and Sundays. 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 August 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26 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 more info, call 910-259-1484. Cat Tails Adoption Fairs August 4, 11, 18 & 25 From 9am to 3pm on Saturdays, adoptable cats and kittens will be at Petsmart in Wilmington. All cats are spayed or neutered and vaccinated prior to adoption. For more information, please call 910-253-1375. Brunswick Animal Services Saturday Adoptions August 4, 11, 18 & 25 From 10am to 1:30pm, Brunswick Animal Protective Services (located at 429 Greenswamp Road in Supply) is open Saturdays for adoptions. Please call 910-754-8204 for more info and to confirm dates. Columbus Humane Society Adoption Fairs August 4, 11, 18 & 25 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 August 4, 11, 18 & 25 From 10am to 2pm, the shelter (located at 180 Division Drive in Wilmington) is open Saturdays for dog, puppy, cat and kitten adoptions. Please call 910-798-7500 for info and to confirm dates. Dauntless Dog Rescue of NC Adoption Fairs August 4, 11, 18 & 25 Adoptable puppies and dogs will be available for adoption from 11am to 2pm at PetSmart in Mayfaire (6806 Parker Farm Drive). For information, please visit www.ddrnc.org or call 910-777-7186. All 4 Cats Adoption Fairs August 4, 18 & 25 Stop by the Monkey Junction Petsmart (5226 S. College Road) in Wilmington every Saturday from 10am to 4pm to meet adoptable cats and kittens. For info, please call or send text to 910-707-4372, email monica@all4cats.org, visit www.facebook.com/all4catsrescue, or visit our website www.all4cats.org. Adoption counselors will be on site. paws4vets Arm Wrestling Challenge Series August 18 Come out to Battleship Park and be ready to flex your muscles for a good cause! Check-in starts at 8am and all proceeds benefit paws4vets, a non-profit that pairs Service Dogs with Veterans. Register today at www.p4varmwrestling.org. For additional info, please see pages 41 and 44. Monty s Home Meet & Greet August 25 Meet the new Fall group of dogs enrolled in the Pawsitive Partners Prison Program. All five will be at Petsense on the corner of Shipyard and Market from 10am to Noon on Saturday, August 25. More info: www.montyshome.org, adopt@montyshome.org or 703-864-5754. August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 43

URGENT, LOOKING FOR A RESCUE GROUP TO TAKE ME IN! I m an 8-yearold, neutered Shih Tzu boy (A030028) who arrived at the shelter in sad shape, but I m improving. The veterinarian has looked me over and it s suspected that I have KCS, which is chronic dry eye. I also have a skin condition that the shelter is treating. It is preferred that a rescue group take me in because I need additional medical care and long-term medication for my eyes. There is NO COST for a rescue to adopt me thanks to a local donor. If your rescue has room for me, please call today! Dogs arrive all the time and there are not enough kennels for everyone. 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. I am sponsored in honor and celebration of Betty Quesada s birthday. URGENT, URGENT! My Time Is Running Out! I m a Husky mix named Hashbrown (A024548)! I bet you re wondering what a friendly sweetheart like me is doing here. I m wondering the same thing! After all, I m readymade for family life because I m house-trained, good with dogs, good with children, sweet and affectionate. I m neutered and I have been diagnosed with heartworms, so I m looking for someone to adopt me and get me treated at the vet. I m well worth it and I ll spend the rest of my life loving you and thanking you! There is NO COST to adopt me, thanks to my shelter friends. But please hurry! Dogs arrive at the shelter every day and there s 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.

Breed Rescues We are all from different Breed Rescues. Please read our stories! RUSSELL RESCUE INC. - CAROLINAS I m Dixie and I came to rescue after a breeder was finished using me. I had only known crate life and being free in the home was a new experience! I am deaf, but am a peppy lady! My foster mom calls me a Southern Belle. I may not hear but I have a strong sense of smell and I m very treat motivated! I am around 10 to 11-years-old with good teeth, all vaccines, and spayed. I am a happy lady and will give you tons of kisses. I would do best in a quieter home, and get along well with cats and dogs. I would love to live with someone who works from home or is retired. To adopt me, call 910-821-3504 to leave a message or email mcbburton@alumni.unc.edu. You can also visit us online at www.russellrescue.com. CAROLINA BOXER RESCUE My name is Jax and apparently, I'm the real deal, the cat's meow as they say. If big dogs are your thing, you're going to want to meet me. I'm a healthy 102 pounds of Boxer and Mastiff mix. My foster Mom calls me a gentle giant. She says I'm well-mannered and easygoing. I love to play with toys and play ball, but I like to sleep, too. I'll be good for an active family. I listen well, know to potty outside and don't mind being in my crate. Sometimes I forget how big I am and I crawl into my foster parents laps. I love to cuddle but will get right down when asked. To adopt me, call 910-799-5638 or email carolinaboxer@gmail.com. You can also visit www.carolinaboxerrescue.org for info. CAROLINA BASSET HOUND RESCUE My name is Elvis and I am a happygo-lucky guy! I am 11-years young, crate-trained, house-trained and my ears perk up every time I hear my name! I love to take walks with my foster mom any time she will go 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 any chance I can get! If you are looking for a lowkey Basset Hound who can be a couch potato when you want to relax but also play and go for walks - I m your guy! If you are interested in meeting me or hearing more, contact my foster mom, Leslie, at 910-352-5150 visit www.cbhr.com. CHIHUAHUA RESCUE & TRANSPORT - SOUTHEAST Hey, I m Snoopy, a long-haired Chihuahua who is 8-years-old and 8 pounds. My owners moved out of the country and couldn t take me with them. I can be super sweet but I don t like being touched much beyond my chin. If you are patient with me, this will improve as I begin to feel secure and trust my surroundings. I love sleeping in the bed with you. I will protect my food and may growl at other dogs in the home if they get too close. I am looking for an alpha in a parent. I am house-trained, vaccinated, neutered and on heartworm prevention. Call 910-297-6874, send an email to carolinascoordinator@chihuahua-rescue.com, or visit us at www.chihuahua-rescue.com/adoption-application/. MERIT PIT BULL FOUNDATION Hello, my name is Guinness and my foster mama says I m a love bug because I get along with everyone and everything. The neighborhood kids love to play with me and I always like to meet them at the bus stop to say hello in the morning. I like to show off my great manners on trips to restaurants and breweries. I live with a small senior dog who has no patience for me, but I am very kind to her. I also live with two furry things called cats. I love couch lounging, hugs, and just hanging around with my people. To learn more about me or the adoption process, application, and fees, please visit mpbf.org, email info@mpbf.org or call 336-618-PITT. SCHNAUZER RESCUE OF THE CAROLINAS I m Mitzi, a Schnauzer mix adult with the sweetest personality! I love everyone I meet and have yet to meet a stranger. I love car rides and spending time with my favorite person which would be YOU if you adopt me! I m vaccinated, heartworm negative and spayed. I will make someone a very loving family companion with my winning personality and charming ways. To adopt me, please visit www.schnauzerrescueofthecarolinas.org. Or email adoptions@schnauzerrescueofthecarolinas.org or call 919-723-7145 for an application. P.S. Mention this PawPrints ad for a $20 discount on my adoption donation! August 2018 www.facebook.com/pawprintsmagazine 45

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