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Featured Orphan Pets
In need of a loving home!

Visit Chatham Animal Rescue & Education (C.A.R.E.)'s website to see pets available for adoption.

C.A.R.E. Pets of the Month - Available for Adoption (as of Nov. 1, 2009)

MaeMae
Number: d09097lv
Breed: German Shepherd Dog/Labrador Retriever
Sex: Female
Weight: 50-65 lbs adult
Born: 7/1/09 (4 mos)
Color: Sable

 

Chloe
Number: d09108lm
Breed: Schnauzer/Poodle
Sex: Female
Weight: 11 lbs
Born: 09/01/2004 (5 yrs 2 mos)
Color: Silver with Salt & Pepper

Hi. We’re Luke, Logan, Ziggy, Sarah and MaeMae, and we’d love to meet you! One by one or all together, we’re ready to play, play, play. If you don’t want to, we’ll find something or someone who will. Learning everything we can about this thing called life, we’re ready to sniff, dig, eat, play, run and sleep our young lives away. At day’s end, we cuddle up next to each other and dream about our life to come, when we meet our forever family. It’s a very happy dream, indeed.



These babies have been vaccinated and will be spayed/neutered and micro-chipped before adoption.

 

Sugar and spice with everything nice; that is little Chloe. She is such a loving pooch; she simply adores being with her people. Chloe has the spunk and spark that will make you laugh out loud; you will always have a smile on your face watching this clown of a pooch! Though we haven’t been able to get a confirmation on this, we are fairly certain that when they say, “it is the little things in life that mean the most”, they are speaking about Chloe! She would just love to help you celebrate every day by reminding you that there is always a silver lining. This princess just loves to take a stroll and strut her stuff, and she adores to be doted on.

To look at this beauty now, you couldn’t even imagine the horrid condition in which she was found. Her coat was a tangle matted mess, she was transformed into a different dog the day she entered CARE. A true “diamond in the ruff”, she has been restored to her appropriately beautiful state. Chloe will require professional grooming for the rest of her life, if you are unable or unwilling to provide this service to her, please choose a more appropriate breed for a companion.

Weighing in at 11 lbs, she is a pint sized partner and therefore, would do best in a home with children who are 10 years of age or older. Chloe gets along with dogs, both large and small, and she behaves appropriately with cats. She is doing well with her housetraining and she rides well in a car, though she is currently most comfortable riding in a crate. She has been spayed, micro-chipped and is current on all vaccines and is on monthly heartworm & flea and tick preventative.


Pets Available for Adoption

(Orange County Animal Shelter)

UPDATE:  In July 2009 there are some adorable PUPPIES and DOGS available for adoption!  Take a look at the earnest & faithful-looking dog named "Brite" (white and brown labrador retriever mix) and lots of ADORABLE labrador retriever mix puppies (one is black and white; others are browns with whites -- makes us want to go and bring one home right now!)  Check out the Puppies and Dogs available for adoption at the Orange County Animal Shelter.  If you adopt (or have adopted) a pet from the shelter, please Email us a photo of your new family member (along with a description if you would like): we would be happy to feature a photo of your pet here.  Our hope is that more people may consider adopting when they see the happy testimonials and photos here.

Visit www.petharbor.com to see many more wonderful pets for adoption at the Orange County Animal Shelter, or visit the shelter.


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Liza is a ten week old, female kitten with some Persian in her family tree. She is quite elegant in her sophisticated black and white attire but she is also very much in the moment. When she plays, she goes full speed, but when she is picked up she loves to cuddle and rumbles with a loud, continuous purr.  Liza and other aristocats are available for adoption at the  Orange County Animal Shelter.

Little 3-month-old Flint is a terrier and pointer mix with one brown eye and one blue! His sisters are much bigger than him, so he might be the runt of the litter but that doesn't slow him down!  Flint and other pups are available for adoption at the Orange County Animal Shelter.

Wanted:  A Good Companion and Home!  Moonlight is an adorable white male kitten in search of someone to form an everlasting bond with. Enjoys chatting on the internet, scrapbooking and knitting.  Free lance photographer in spare time.
Moonlight and other pretty kitties are
available for adoption at the Orange County Animal Shelter.

 

Visit www.petharbor.com to see many more wonderful pets for adoption at the Orange County Animal Shelter, or visit the shelter.   NEW center as of June 1, 2009, located at 1601 Eubanks Road in Chapel Hill.  (919) 942-PETS (7387).

 

PET CARE REMINDERS

Rabies Raccoon Epidemic - Have your pet vaccinated!  Orange County has had 11 positive rabies cases in 2005 (as of July 2005), and authorities say that unvaccinated pets could be required to be quarantined for six months or be euthanized if bitten by a rabid animal.  Make sure that your pets' vaccinations are up-to-date!  Click her for Rabies Clinics info.

 



Before you adopt a dog or puppy
:  Remember that dogs need plenty of exercise, play time, companionship, and obedience training.

 

Choose a breed of dog that will fit your home and space.  Larger breeds need a lot of space, while smaller dogs may be better if space is limited.

 

For safety, dogs need a fenced yard; identification tag or tatoo identification, and a leash.  Pets should wear a personal ID tag with their owners' name, address and phone number so that lost pets may be returned to their homes.

 

Dogs and cats need annual vaccinations, heartworm medicine, and regular checkups; flea and tick treatment.  NC law requires all dogs and cats over 4 months of age to be vaccinated against rabies.

 

Many North Carolina counties, including Orange County, require dogs to be licensed.  Check with your county about licensing requirements.

 

 
Pets for Adoption

APS Adoption Center
6311-A Nicks Rd., Mebane, NC  27302  (Just off Mebane Oaks Road, a quick ride from Hwy 54 or I-40/85).
www.animalprotectionsociety.org
(919) 304-2300.

 

Chatham County Animal Rescue and Education, Inc.  (CARE)
P.O. Box 610, Pittsboro, NC  27312.  
www.chathamanimalrescue.org
(919) 542-5757.  

Chatham Animal Rescue and Education, Inc. is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit humane society.  All the animals in the C.A.R.E. system are fostered in volunteer foster homes.  C.A.R.E. pays for food and routine medical expenses such as spay or neuter, rabies vaccinations, deworming and vaccinations.  Chatham Animal Rescue and Education, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt organization.  Adoption fees cover the very basic medical expenses of animals, but they do not cover additional treatments that some animals require, so donations are needed and appreciated!  Save an animal's life!  CARE needs foster caregivers for homeless cats.  Click here for more information.

 

Orange County Animal Shelter
1601 Eubanks Rd., Chapel Hill 
http://www.co.orange.nc.us/animalservices

(919) 942-PETS (7387)

ADOPTIONS:  Orange County Animal Shelter's "Petfinder" database of adoptable pets.  
At the time of adoption from the Orange County Animal Shelter, all cats will be temperament-tested, spayed/neutered, microchipped, dewormed, vaccinated, rabies vaccinated (if of appropriate age), and feline leukemia tested.  At the time of adoption, all dogs will be temperament-tested, spayed/neutered, microchipped, dewormed, vaccinated, rabies vaccinated (if of appropriate age), and heartworm tested.

VOLUNTEERING:  Volunteer orientations at the Orange County Animal Shelter take place from 10-11:30am the first Thursday of every month, and from 6-7:30pm the second Thursday of every month.  Call (919) 967-7383 for more information.  One-time group volunteer events may also be arranged, by calling Sarah Fallin at (919) 967-7383, ext. 11.

 

Pets for Adoption - further afield:

Durham County Animal Shelter (Animal Protection Society of Durham)
2117 East Club Blvd., Durham, NC.
(919) 560-0640.

 


Wake County Animal Shelter
820 Beacon Lake Dr., Raleigh, NC.
(919) 250-1475.

 


Wake County SPCA
327 Hwy. 70 East, Garner, NC
(919) 772-3203.

 

Triangle Beagle Rescue of NC
6329 Saybrooke Drive, Raleigh NC 27604
Adopt or foster a beagle - a wonderful companion for a lifetime!  TriBeagles helps find families for homeless Beagles through a network of foster homes.
www.tribeagles.org

 

New York Horse Rescue
Not quite a "pet," but it's a great cause and we couldn't think of a better place to list this organization.  New York Horse Rescue organizes the adoption of horses, including ex-race horses, and mares and foals.  (Orange County locals have adopted foals with the assistance of this organization.)  New York Horse Rescue also accepts contributions and sponsors to help rescue injured, abused, and unwanted horses and foals; visit New York Horse Rescue to learn more.
www.nyhr.org

 
Puppy & Dog Training Classes

The APS Learning Center offers socialization and obedience classes for puppies and dogs.  4311 Nicks Rd., Chapel Hill.  (919) 304-2300 ext. 233.

 

Bark Busters Home Dog Training - "World's Largest Dog Training Company" offers convenient in-home dog training using humane methods.  Dog Behavioral Therapists and Trainers Paul and Veronica Duncan offer in-home training in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Carrboro.  Visit the website for more details about this internationally acclaimed company.  "Any Dog, Any Age, Any Problem - Guaranteed for the life of the dog."
www.barkbusters.com
(919) 260-3540;
(877) 280-7100.

 

Basic Family Dog Training Class - Offered by the Orange County Recreation and Parks Department; Beginner and intermediate levels; Trainers must be at least 10 years or accompanied by an adult.  Call for more information.
(919) 245-2660.

 

Puppy Training Seminar - The Orange County Animal Shelter offers a FREE New Puppy Seminar class every First and Third Thursday of each month at 6:30pm, covering topics such as housetraining, crate training, raising a puppy, helping an adopted dog adjust, problem solving, how to teach "sit." (Demonstrations are with shelter dogs; do not bring your own dog for these classes.)  Orange County Animal Shelter, 1081 Airport Road, Chapel Hill. (919) 967-7383.  www.co.orange.nc.us/animalshelter/events.htm

 

 
Rabies Clinics
In the Summer of 2005, there have been many reported cases of rabies, not only of rabid wild animals, but also a rabid dog.  It is important to have your pets vaccinated! (Call your veterinarian or local animal services department for more information).

 

Rabies Clinics

The Orange County Animal Services Dept. offers rabies clinics for cats and dogs.  Clinics will be held on September 8, from 6-7pm at Efland Cheeks Elementary School and at the Caldwell Community Center.  The Orange County Animal Shelter will have clinics on September 10 from 9-11am.  The vaccination fee is $5 (cash only).  Bring your cat or dog's most recent vaccination certificate (if possible).  Dogs must be leashed and cats must be in carriers.  For more information, call the Orange County Animal Shelter at (919) 967-7383.

 

Low Cost Spay Neuter Programs

The Animal Protection Society
(919) 304-2337

 

The $20 Fix (919) 870-1660.  The $20 Fix provides financial assistance for low-income pet owners to spay or neuter their pets.

 

POP-NC - Pet Overpopulation Patrol, Mobile, Affordable Spay/Neuter & Vaccines Included
Cats:  $55-$85; Dogs:  $95-$125 
(919) 942-2250

 

SNAP (919) 845-0012

 

Friends Of Animals 1-800-321-PETS

 

 
Veterinarians

Falconbridge Animal Hospital

2226A Nelson - Hwy 54 (Next to Ecko), Chapel Hill, NC  27517.
Hours:  M-F 7:30 - 5:30pm; Sat. 9am-12pm.  NEW Satellite Clinic in Governors Club will be opening soon!
(919) 403-5591.

 

Four Paws Animal Clinic
Glenwood Square Shopping Center, 54 East & 15-501 Chapel Hill.
Mon - Fri 8am-6pm, Sat. 8:30am-12pm.  Drop-offs welcome; full veterinary & emergency services; professional grooming & Baths; pet supplies; appointments preferred.
(919) 942-1788. 

 

Timberlyne Animal
110 Banks Dr., Chapel Hill, NC 27514.  
Voted Best Veterinarian (Chapel Hill News 2005 Rose Award).
(919) 968-3047.

 

POP-NC (919) 942-2250

 

 
Pet Care & Other Services

ET's Pet/House Sitting
Bonded & Insured, Member Pet Sitters International (PSI)
eric_bredesen@excite.com
(919) 260-0478

 

Furry Little Feet
"Professional and loving pet care in your home - dogs, cats, exotic animals, insured & bonded ,Member of P.S.I.  Free Consultation." 
(919) 225-3609

 

John Marsh Photography
Specializes in pets, portraits, nature art, children, weddings, mobile studio, digital touch-ups, printing, matting, framing.  Turn your photographs into works of art!  Your photograph converted into a four-panel, Andy Warhol - style colorized print is a great unique and personalized gift idea! (see the website for examples).
www.johnmarshphotography.com
(919) 395-8576

 

Lynne Srba Pet & People Portraits
Offering portraits in a variety of media, including color pencil, ink, acrylic, and watercolor.  Gift certificates available.
http://L.srba.home.att.net
(919) 851-6496

 


Max's Dog Wash & Snack Shack
11624-B US 15/501 North, Chapel Hill, NC.
Come and celebrate the grand opening (August 2005)!  Wash your own dog at the self-service facilities, or drop your dog off for a full-service wash.
(919) 968-6000.

 


Paws and Claws Pet Inn, L.L.C.
5725 Normans Rd., Rougemont, NC  27572.
Boarding, grooming, bathing, training.
www.pawsandclawspetinn.com 
(919) 732-2979.  Contact persons:  Dean & Patricia Williford

Directions:  From I-85 in Durham, take the Guess Rd. exit.  Go north for 12 miles.  The Inn is on the left corner lot of Guess Rd. and Normans gravel road.

From Hillsborough, take Hwy 86 North to Hwy 57.  Turn right on 57.  Go 8 miles on 57.  Turn right at the light on 57.  Follow for 2 miles.  The Inn is on the right corner lot of Guess Rd. and Normans Gravel Rd.)

 


Second Line Quality Pet Care Services,
Catherine Towne, Owner and Operator.  Overnight stays, Home Visits, Play, Exercise.  Bonded, insured, PSI member.
 
www.secondlinepets.com 
(919) 933-7389 (PETZ)

 

ScoopaPoo, Inc. Dog Waste Removal Service
3825 S. Roxboro St., Ste. 136 PMB Durham, NC  27713-2799.
Local dog waste removal service; comes to your home to scoop the poop out of your yard.
www.scoopapoo.com
(919) 753-4097.

 


Sunny Acres Pet Resort
Hwy-70W near I-85, Durham, NC
Boarding kennel on 12 country acres located on the Durham/Orange County line has indoor/outdoor suites, a TV-sofa lounge for pets, digging patch, and doggie swimming pool.  Also accepts "doggie day campers" while their people are at work.
www.sunnyacrespetresort.com 
(919) 383-4328

 

Pet Supplies

Phydeaux - A Unique Pet Shop

103 W. Weaver St., Downtown Carrboro, NC
Specializing in Hard-to-Find & Unique Pet Products.  Hours:  Mon-Sat 10am-8pm; Sun 12-6pm.  Parking available.
www.phydeauxpets.com
(919) 960-3606

 

PupKiss - GIfts for Pets & People
114 S. Churton St., Suite 101, Hillsborouth, NC
Planet Dog, Life is Good, Burt's Bees, Tom's of Maine and more.  Hours: Tues-THurs. 11-6; Fri & Sat. 11-8.
(919) 644-0400

 

Southern States - Carries Pet Feed and Supplies
300 N. Greensboro St., Carrboro, NC
(919) 942-3857
Pet-Related Events & Fundraisers

October 2005
BowWowWeen Event Hosted by Whole Foods and the Animal Protection Society of Orange County
Whole Foods, 81 S. Elliott Rd., Chapel Hill, NC (parking lot at East Franklin St. and Elliott Rd.)
Friday, October 28, 2005, 2-6pm
BowWowWeen event features Halloween activities including pumpkin painting, a Halloween parade for kids and dogs (with or without costumes).  Another fun occasion for the kids (and dogs)  to get dressed up in costume!

 

September 2005

4th Annual Woof-A-Palooza Dog Walk to Benefit Chatham Animal Rescue and Education, Inc. (CARE)  Central Carolina Community College, (Hwy 64 West), 764 West St., Pittsboro NC 27312 (further afield).
Sat., September 17, 2005, 10am - 2pm.  Rain or shine!

Woof-A-Palooza is a one mile dog walk to benefit Chatham Animal Rescue and Education, Inc. (CARE). There will be activities, contests, prizes, refreshments, vendors, contests, demonstrations, and other activities for you and your pet.  To register for the walk or to be a corporate sponsor, download the application/pledge form or corporate sponsorship form from our website www.chathamanimalrescue.org under “Events” or send an e-mail with your name, address and daytime phone number to woofapalooza@chathamanimalrescue.org.
(919) 542-5757.

Proceeds from Woof A Palooza will be used to help pay the veterinary expense of animals in the C.A.R.E. system and will help with humane education and outreach efforts in Chatham County.

 

Parents' Night Out Idea:  "Animal House 2005:  Bucks for Beagles"
Bay #7 at the American Tobacco Historic District, Durham, North Carolina
Sat., September 17, 2005, 6:30pm - 10:00pm 
Live auction features c
www.tribeagles.org

 

Got Tortitude? Tortoiseshell and Calico Cat Adoption Event (Chatam Animal Rescue)
Sunday, September 25th, 2005,  noon to 4 pm
The AniMall at the Morrisville Prime Outlets.  Airport Boulevard and I-40 (exit 284)
Got Tortitude is a tortoiseshell and calico cat adoption event. Tortoiseshell and calico cats are known for their unique, loving purrsonalities as well as the knowledge that the world revolves around them (i.e. tortitude). They make great lap cats, as they need to continually remind their humans of this.  Please join the adoptable tortis and calicos of Chatham Animal Rescue and Education who would love to bring a little tortitude into your house today.

Did you know that tortis and calicos are almost always female?  All of the Chatam Animal Rescue adoptable girls are spayed, vaccinated, and FeLV/FIV negative.  If your torti or calico is not spayed, please visit www.chathamanimalrescue.org for more information on spay/neuter resources in Chatham County.
(919) 542-5757.

 

 

Lost and Found Pets
CHillKids will post photographs and descriptions of Lost and Found pets submitted by owners and those who have found pets.  If you would like to post a photograph and description of a pet you have lost or found, please .  Listings will be maintained in chronological order of receipt of emails.

 

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