TAKE ONE - Critter Magazine
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TAKE ONE - Critter Magazine
TM TAKE ONE March 2010 Year 14, #159 animal adoption, rescue and education in athens and surrounding communities on the cover…. TM Critter Magazine TM is an animal adoption publication dedicated to improving the quality of life for animals by promoting awareness, and by showcasing homeless animals who are in need of loving homes. Although the majority of animals profiled are dogs and cats, we will feature any animal in need of adoption. We publish the first Thursday of each month and distribute in Clarke, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Madison, Jackson, Elbert and Barrow Counties. Advertising and editorial deadline is the last Thursday of the month. We welcome any comments and suggestions, as well as informative articles and stories which are relevant to our goals.Subscriptions are available for $24 per year. Critter TM cannot screen either potential adopters or animals. We urge all parties to be responsible in these matters. TM MAX ATHENS, GEORGIA AREA 54 Tucker Drive, Comer, Georgia 30629 (706) 783-5791 Bill Kelley, email: critbk@aol.com www.crittermagazine.com/Athens_GA Critter Magazine is a publication of Critter Communications LLC, based in Athens, Georgia Establsihed 1996 in Athens, Georgia ———————————————————————— ASHEVILLE, NC Elaine Lite- (828) 255-0516 - crittermagnc@charter.net CHATTANOOGA, TN Robin Keef - (423) 265-6644 - robinrescues@earthlink.net KNOXVILLE, TN Carmen Trammell - (865) 579-5164 - Knoxville@crittermagazine.com GREENVILLE / SPARTANBURG, SC Susan Bufano - (864) 322-7626 - crittermag@charter.net GAINESVILLE, FL Gene Cowell - (352) 495-5757 - P.O. Box 547 –Newberry, FL 32669 DANVILLE, VA Kathy Caldwell - (434) 799-4614 - danvillecritter@comcast.net COLUMBIA, SC If you would be interested in publishing “Critter Magazine” in your area Contact Bill Kelley at (706) 783-5791 or email: critbk@aol.com View Athens Critter Magazine online at: www.crittermagazine.com/Athens_GA PAGE 2 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 Beautiful neutered male Siamese-Tabby mix with blue eyes and pink nose. Really sweet and affectionate toward humans, but does not get along with other cats. He loves to be touched and would be a wonderful companion for someone who wants only one cat! We would love to keep him, but we have 3 others! He gets along fine with our dogs. He is current on shots and monthly Frontline, uses a litter box and has lots of love to give! Call (404) 403-2167 to meet him. SWEETIE JIMMY Jimmy is a male Terrier mix approximately 1 year old. He’s a very cute and friendly guy once he meets you and that takes about 10 seconds. He’s playful and gets along with other dogs. Will make a great family pet. Call Pup and Cat Company at (770) 867-1622. www.pupandcatco.com Her name says it all! She is a beautiful Pit/Lab mix, approximately one year old and up-to-date on all her shots. She is full of energy and would make someone a very loving companion. Please contact Fire Hall 4 Vet Clinic at (706) 583-9191 HOPE ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER Exceptional Care for Exceptional Pets Jenifer Hope Gustafson, DVM Sherri Leigh Turick, DVM Angela Gayle Dodd, DVM Lisa Stacy, DVM Loving Care For All Your Pet’s Needs 1150 Mitchell Bridge Road, Athens, GA (706) 546-7879 www.hopeamc.com 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday—Friday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 3 Carol’s Critter Corner Carol Koenigsknecht, Terra Ken Herbals How to make Herbal Oils and Salves for your Pet To make an oil infusion, such as an oil for treating ear infections or in preparation for salve-making, you can use the stove, an oven, the sun or an electric cooker. Although any carrier oil can be used, olive oil is one of the most medicinal choices. heat and light. Stored correctly, oils can last for years, though most herbalists prefer to make them annually for maximum freshness. Note that these oils are for external use only. Discard any oil that becomes rancid. Fresh chopped garlic and fresh or dried mullein blossoms are traditional ingredients in ear oils for dogs, cats and humans, especially children. Use either or any combination of both. Cover the plant material with olive oil and heat it gently in the top of a double boiler above simmering water or in a closed glass jar set on a rack in a pan of simmering water for one to two hours or longer. If using dry herbs, additional oil may be needed as the plant matter absorbs it. Use enough oil to cover the herbs well but not so much that your result is weak and ineffective. Start with 2 cups oil to 1 cup dried herbs and adjust the proportions as desired. Fresh herbs, which should be allowed to wilt before using, will absorb less liquid, so simply cover them with oil. To turn an herbal oil into an herbal salve, just add beeswax. One of the best all-purpose salves you can make begins with the favorite infused oil above (St. John's wort, Calendula blossoms and Comfrey leaf). This basic salve recipe includes 1 cup of the infused oil, 1/2 teaspoon tea tree oil, 1/4 teaspoon, grapefruit seed extract, 10 drops lavender essential oil and 1 ounce beeswax. Combine ingredients in a double boiler or over very low heat until the beeswax has melted. Test the salve by placing a spoonful in the refrigerator. As soon as it hardens, check to be sure the salve is soft but not runny. If it's too soft, add more beeswax; if too hard, add more oil. Pour into clean baby food jars or other appropriate containers. To make a solar infusion, let fresh plant material wilt slightly to reduce its water content, then loosely pack a clean glass jar with fresh herbs (or fill a jar half way with loosely packed dried herbs), then fill it to the top with oil, clean the top of the jar so that no oil or plant material interferes with a tight seal, put the lid on tight and leave the jar in the hot sun for several weeks or months. A favorite oil for salvemaking is a blend of fresh St. John's wort blossoms, calendula blossoms and chopped, wilted comfrey that stays outdoors from July through October. The unusually potent healing properties of this oil, which the St. John's wort colors a deep red, are probably due to its prolonged photosynthesis. This antiseptic, analgesic, soothing salve speeds the healing of cuts, burns and other wounds. Cats tend to dislike the fragrance of tea tree and lavender, and many dogs are attracted to the olive oil in the salve and lick it off as fast as you put it on, which may present a logistical problem! This mixture is not harmful if swallowed in small amounts (but do keep the animals and children away when you have the separated ingredients in the cooking process); in fact, this type of salve can be used on the sore nipples of a nursing mother without harming her puppies or kittens. Even if the salve stays in place for only a short time, it will speed the healing of most skin conditions. Another way to infuse herbs in oil is to use the oven. Pour olive oil over fresh or dried herbs in a stainless steel pan, cover with foil and bake at low heat (200 degrees to 250 degrees) for two or more hours. Check the pan from time to time to prevent scorching or burning. The oil is "done" when it takes on the color and fragrance of the herbs. Electric turkey roasters, slow cookers (crock pots) and other heat sources also work well. (This column is authored by Carol Koenigsknecht, Herbal Practitioner and Owner of Terra Ken Herbals. She is available for health consultations for both people and pets, and for lectures, classes and workshops. She can be reached via her website at www.TerraKenHerbals.net or by phone, (706) 7970091. She also owns and operates Carol's Critter Care, a pet sitting service.) When ready to use, strain the oil through cheesecloth and add a few drops of tea tree oil or grapefruit seed extract as a disinfecting preservative. Pour into a clean glass jar, label with ingredients and date of preparation and store away from PAGE 4 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 DISCLAIMER: This information is intended for educational purposes only. The information provided in this column is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please seek the advice of a QUALIFIED veterinarian or health care practitioner before using any herbs, supplements, diets or other natural approaches to health discussed in this column. FOR ADOPTION INFORMATION CALL: (706) 795-2868 www.moaspets.org P.O. Box 453, Danielsville, GA 30633 1888 Colbert-Danielsville Road Next to the Madison County Transfer Station Adoption Fee: Dogs $75, Cats $65 ($55 Seniors) Includes Spay/Neuter, vaccinations, and de-worming TUFFY HOTBALL SKYE A very handsome 4 yr. old Lab. As you can see, he just loves to eat! Great with other animals and amazing with children He is housebroken and obviously has been an indoor pet before. 3-4 month old male Cattledog mix pup. He’s so cute to watch him play. Enjoys playing with other dogs, cats and kids. He’s not a bit picky as long as he is getting and giving attention. Sweet little 12 wk. old female Terrier mix She and her 4 siblings were dumped & and were brought to us by the nice lady that found them. Only 2 of the little guys left. She is just the sweetest! SOPHIA SUNNY LEROY Beautiful 1 yr. old Collie mix, loves to run and play. She will fetch anything. She is terrific with children and loves her K-9 friends also. Very energetic and would make a perfect pet for kids. A very sweet 2 yr. old male Boxer mix. He loves other dogs and is great walking on a leash. Sunny is really great with children and is very gentle and patient. Sunny loves spending time with people. AKA Chance is a 1½ yr. old Lab/Pit mix. Turned into us as a stray. The owner never came back to claim him. He’s a great guy and loves kids. Is wonderful with other dogs as well. Everyone Needs A Home! Let me help you find that special place for you and your loved ones. (706) 255-8782 1121 Hwy 191, Danielsville, GA 30633 Sadie, Pete, and Inna Peter Zorbanos, Broker CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 5 7th Annual Doggie Easter Egg Hunt Spring is in the air, Easter is just around the corner, and the guys making their home at Helping Paws Rescue are having an Easter Egg Hunt! The event will be held at Pawtropolis on Saturday, March 27th. Registration will begin at 11:00am and the first hunt will start promptly at 11:45am. There will be lots of prizes for everyone, whether you walk on four legs or just two, so put your dog’s nose to work uncovering eggs containing everything for treats for themselves, to gift certificates to local restaurants and prizes from other local businesses for you. After all the eggs have been found, there will still be plenty of time for off-leash fun with games and tons of toys. So please join us for the afternoon! If you preregister by March 24th the cost is $15/first dog; $10/additional dogs. Cost the day of the event will be: $17/first dog; $12 additional dogs. All proceeds go to Helping Paws Rescue to cover veterinary expenses and medicines for the foster animals still awaiting new homes. Please fill out the reservation form below and return it to Pawtropolis by March 24th. If you will be unable to attend but would still like to help make the event a success, please send your donation to PAWTROPOLIS, 130 Whitetail Way, Bogart, GA or call (706) 227-7887. Please Spay/Neuter Your Pets If you are not part of the SOLUTION You are part of the PROBLEM PAGE 6 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 Animal Emergency Hospital 7530 Macon Highway Watkinsville, Georgia 30677 (706) 769-0229 www.vetemergency.net Providing compassionate emergency and critical care for dogs and cats Mon. - Fri. 6pm - 8am, Sat 8am - Mon 8am Holidays 24 hours Custom Pet Enclosures And All Your Other Construction Needs MISSING - “REMY” Remy is about 7 years old – a cream point Persian with blue eyes. He is on special diet and recently finished antibiotics for a urinary tract infection. He’s badly in need of grooming. He went outside after I returned from a two week trip on October 2 and never came back in the house (1050 Windy Creek Drive in Watkinsville, GA – right off Mars Hill Road and behind the medical park). Please help me bring him home! I can be reached at: C 706-248-4809; H 706-769-6693; W 706-546-2165, x. 5904. Remy is very loving and very intelligent. Please help me bring “Expert Carpentry at a Fair Price” Repairs ● Re-modeling ● Add-ons Decks • Sun/Screen Porches Call Buz and Blue (706) 369-7113 LOST “TIGROS” 1 year old neutered male, 12 lbs. and is a long haired orange tiger with some white on his chest. Microchipped, last seen at our home near the intersection of Harve Mathis Rd. and Hull Rd, Hwy 72 on June 25th. He is quite docile & we have reason to believe he was picked up by someone We miss him terribly. Please Call (706) 207– 5923 Four Seasons Pet Resort Boarding and Training (706) 353-7497 5978 Nowhere Road. 9 Minutes North Of Downtown Athens Fourseasonspetresort.com $1000 Reward for missing Timmy Male Rottweiler mix, 6½ years old, 66 pounds, black with brown markings, two small white spots on chest, long bushy tail. Missing since September 2003 from south Jackson County. Please call (706) 206-7584 with any information. CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 7 Magi-Cat Adoption Network (706) 769-4624 www.magi-cat.org “ADOPTABLES are not kept at the clinic - Call for more information about applying for/visiting our adoptees. Adoption Fee.” ELTON CLARENCE LINDSAY Solid white long hair young man with 1 green eye and 1 blue. (he is not deaf) Came from Winder - showed up at a good Samaritan’s home starving. Very sweet and loving, just 6 months old. This young man was an abandoned feral originally who has decided he loves people and wants to ‘belong” in a home. 18 months old. Very big with crossed eyes. Neutered, vaccinated, microchip. 6 month old chocolate black young lady was a pregnant feral. She has a perminant scar on her left cornea from retained papillary strands (congenital defect) Is petite and perfect now. STACEY EMMETT and ROSALIE This 5 month old solid chocolate black young lady came with Lindsay but fortunately was not yet pregnant, although she already has a few battle scars from unfriendlies in the neighborhood. Brother and sister. Both are stunning Sealpoints with blue eyes. They were abandoned and alone at just weeks of age. They are now 9 weeks old and doing very well. They have obviously been around people before they were left on a good Samaritan’s doorstep. Will not be ready to place into a new home until the end of March. They would make an ideal pair! PET TRUSTS Liquor * Beer Wine * Lottery Absolutely the Coldest Beer Anywhere Free dog treats at the drive-thru! Hwy 72, around the corner from Athens Tech PAGE 8 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 ESTATE PLANNING ALSO MEANS TAKING CARE OF YOUR PETS AFTER YOU’RE GONE At the Law Office of Jeffery T. Totty, P.C. We can assist you in creating PET TRUSTS AND OTHER PET CARE DOCUMENTS TO ASSURE THAT YOUR PETS ARE PROPERLY PROVIDED FOR AFTER YOU HAVE PASSED Call today for a free consultation JEFFERY T. TOTTY, P.C. (706) 540-1035 www.tottylaw.com jtotty@tottylaw.com PUP AND CAT CO. (Formerly Barrow Co. Humane Society) FOR ADOPTION INFORMATION CALL (770) 867-1622, www.pupandcatco.com SUZIE Q JOHNNY CASH A little Beagle girl, approximately 45 years old. She’s cute as a button, gets along with other dogs, crate trained and housebroken. Small children make her nervous. Will need a secure fence. Male Tuxedo cat, around 1-2 years old. Very beautiful big boy that is laid back and very sweet. He respects other cats and although a little shy, comes out of it quickly when given love and attention. KIRBY JAKE Kirby is a male Chihuahua mix, 1 year old. He’s a little guy weighing in at about 11 lbs. He’s the sweetest little guy and very smart. He’s crate trained & housebroken and is learning commands. He’s looking for someone to snuggle with. DAISY Female rough coated Jack Russell mix, 2-3 years old. Daisy is cute as a button and a friendly loving little girl who gets along with other dogs and wants to sit in your lap. A fenced yard is required. JESSICA Male Shepherd mix, 5 months old. A real cute guy, full of himself as most puppies are. A very sweet and loving pup and likes the companionship of people and other dogs. Extremely smart and a personable fella. Learns quickly. Female Bassett/Beagle mix, 2 years old. This poor girl got lost in a shelter situation for a year. Finally she was sprung and transported here. She is a sweet girl and is looking for a family to love and appreciate her. Summer Camps And Classes Sign Up For Winter Classes Call Today “Visit or volunteer with available animals any day of the week” (706) 227-7887 PAGE 10 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2008 (706) 769-1177 www.depassstudioofdance.com 1041 Park Dr. - Watkinsville (across from the Publix Shopping Center) CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 9 Athens/Clarke County Animal Control FOR ADOPTION INFORMATION CALL 613-3540 For a list of dogs currently available please visit: www.athensclarkecounty.com/animalcontrol/dogs.htm The list is updated daily during the week or also visit: www.athenspets.net FEMALE CHOW MIX ENGLISH POINTER FEMALE MALAMUTE Approximately three years old, a gorgeous red color with a solid purple tongue. Really friendly and gentle. Has been at the shelter too long. (#29959) Female, three years old, an elegant dog. Would make a great running partner but also happy just to lay at your feet. (#29962) 1½ years old, surrendered by her owner. An amazing dog at 86 pounds, loves people but would be best suited s an only dog in household. (#29967) AUSSIE/SHEPHERD MIX MALE BOXER MIX RALPHIE Female, four months old, a smart girl with a sweet temperament. A real cutie, growing up quickly and having fun doing it. (#29968) Three years old, a laid back guy with a sweet personality. A perfect dog to hang around with, he loves the volunteers that come to play with him. (#29985) Male Collie mix, 7 years old, already neutered, good with children and other animals, loves car rides, excellent manners. (#29988) MEMORY GARDENS Offering The Best In Veterinary Care Dr. Maxwell Sidner CROSSROADS VETERINARY SERVICES Nicole Ferguson, DVM 706 548-4486 Small, Large & Exotic Animal Medicine Office Hours: M, T, Th -Fri 8a-5p, W & Sat 8a-12p drferguson@crossroadsvetservices.com 6300 Jefferson Rd. ATHENS, GEORGIA (706) 224-3200 or (706) 743-7614 www.crossroadsvetservices.com 210 W. Main St. Lexington, Ga 30648 PAGE 10 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 FOR PETS Crematory - Cemetery Funeral Home (706) 769-7386, (800) 925-6117 24 HOURS Serving Pet Owners Who Really Care!! Private Individual Cremation Starting at $39.00 www.crittermagazine.com/Athens_GA For more information please visit our website at www.catzip.org, call 706-2071013, or e-mail Kelly at feralcatcaregivers@yahoo.com. Cats directly sponsored by CZA will be spayed/neutered, vaccinated against rabies and distemper, combotested, and de-wormed (Courtesy listings may or may not have vet care covered). No adoption fee, but donations are always appreciated! Healthy young spayed/neutered & vaccinated cats are also available as mousers for your barn. CHLOE MING BEAN Chloe is a young adult female Tabby/ Dilute Calico mix. Courtesy Listing. Conact Deb Stanley (706) 542-0656 or dstanley@uga.edu Handsome 4-5 yr. old male, a huge teddy bear. Very laid back, loves cuddling and doesn’t mind being dressed up in doll clothes! Indoor home only. Petite & very affectionate young adult female recently diagnosed with diabetes urgently needing a home with someone willing to care for her special needs. JEFFREY ORANGE MALE KITTEN FEMALE GRAY TABBY Jeffrey is a handsome 2-3 year old orange and white Tabby. Courtesy Listing. Contact Sue Jordan at (706) 546-0433. Courtesy Listing. 8 month old, fluffy orange male kitten, very cuddly! Contact Sue Jordan at (706) 546-0433. Courtesy Listing. 6-8 month old Gray Tabby Female. Contact Sue Jordan at (706) 546-0433. UPHOLSTERY MASON INTERIORS & UPHOLSTERY • Custom Furniture • Fabrics • In-House Designer • Window Treatments • Free Pick-Up and Delivery CUSTOM PET BEDS Jo Mason • (706) 543-5979 CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 11 TRUE LOVE CANINE RESCUE ATHENS, GEORGIA Call (706) 206-7127 • www.truelovecaninerescue.com GIZMO CHIP LOUIS What a cute little guy! A Brussels Griffon mix about 9 months old. He is a bundle of energy that loves all people, cats and dogs. He would be a wonderful running buddy! What a cute under bite!!!! Chip is about 4 months old and is a very striking pup! He’s white with gray patches and his ears cannot figure out if they want to fold over or stand up! A typical happy, sweet pup, will be 45 lbs. Gorgeous Black Lab with a happy go lucky personality. Gets along well with his foster canine sisters and seems to love every human that he comes in contact with. About 2 years old. YONAH MORGAN FRIDA Morgan is approximately 5 months old. She is a very sweet and laid back pup. She’s doing very well with crate & potty training. We estimate that she will be about 60 lbs when full grown Little Miss Frida is a Chihuahua/Pug mix. Absolutely adorable! She loves cats, dogs and humans of all ages. This little girl is very sweet, 1 year old and weighs 12 lbs. She would be a wonderful addition to any family. A Border Collie mix, 4 months old. Cute little guy, extremely smart!! He’s doing well with crate and potty training and spends his days playing with all his Canine foster brothers and sisters He should be about 45 lbs. when full grown. Barbara Bendzunas Claylady46@gmail.com Come Have Fun In The Mud! Clay and Pottery Classes Benefit from her almost half century of playing in the clay 11 Gholston St. Comer, Georgia (706) 352-4306 PAGE 12 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 SILENT VIGIL FOR PEACE EVERY TUESDAY 5-6 P.M. AT THE ARCH DOWNTOWN ATHENS Please Join Us PUP AND CAT CO. (Formerly Barrow Co. Humane Society) FOR ADOPTION INFORMATION CALL (770) 867-1622, www.pupandcatco.com SHADOW PRISSY Male Border Collie mix, 3 years old. His family moved and could not take him. He gets along with other dogs, cats and kids. Oh yeah, grownups too! Lots of energy so he will need a fence. Gorgeous Persian/Maine Coon mix. A female senior citizen needing some very special attention and special person. She would do best as the only pet with adults. Sweet & loving and loves to be petted. Aka “Mustache, is a male domestic short hair, black and white, 2 years old. Very interested in being petted and loves and wants to be pampered. He is a very happy boy looking for a forever home. SADIE CAMRYN BRODY Sadie is a 1½ year old beautiful Lab mix girl. She is full of energy and loves to play. Gets along with other dogs, housebroken & crate trained. Fencing required. A very beautiful Coonhound mix, approximately 7 years old. She’s sweet and laid back & very friendly with people. She picks and chooses her doggie friends. Fenced yard. DOMINO NORTH OCONEE ANIMAL HOSPITAL “Quality pet care in your home for your peace of mind” Patricia Carol / Owner & Sitter (706) 546-8816 E-Mail: patti@peacepetsitting.com Pet Sitters Associates Member Insured - Licensed Young male Tabby and White cat, as friendly and sweet as can be. Likes to be petted, loves to play and is just full of himself. (770) 725-6624 Edward R. Pinson, DVM Debbie A. Pinson, DVM 1091 Talus St., Bogart, GA 30622 Highway 78 and Pete Dickens (Across from Prince Avenue School) We Offer: Surgery, Medicine, Dentistry, Digital Radiography, In-House Lab, Emergency Care, Boarding & Grooming Hours: M-F 7:30am-6:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 13 EST. 1988 BUSTER I T A L I A N C A F E Buster loves people, dogs, kids, toys, and treats. He's a fun loving dog who enjoys playing fetch, and sharing his toys with other dogs. He's nearly 1 year old now, and has been in foster care since he was only 6 weeks old. Isn't it time this sweet guy got a forever home with a puppy playmate? Housebroken, crate trained, neutered and up to date on all vaccinations. Adoption Fee. Email barenakeddoggies@gmail.com for info. • EASTSIDE • • DOWNTOWN • • HOMEWOOD • ATHENS GEORGIA “The Caring Touch” You Know You Want It. The best chicken salad in the universe! We can’t prove it, but we’re pretty sure. www.fivepointsdeli.com 2 locations 1650 S. Lumpkin St. • Epps Bridge Pkwy. (across from Lowe’s) Athens, Georgia • (706) 546-8915 PAGE 14 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 Buying or Selling Real Estate in Florida? Contact Gail McCallum @ (772) 288-0107 BLEU (MISSING) 283 BAR Miss Bleu has gorgeous bright blue eyes! She’s been missing since May 2nd. She’s a Terrier mix, black and white, 2 years old, spayed, and microchipped (4A27672F4E) She went missing from Bethlehem in Barrow County. If you see her call (770) 401-9324. 283 E. Broad St. 208-1283 View Critter Magazine Online At www.crittermagazine.com Would like for you to come out and celebrate 24 GREAT YEARS Of Service with daily specials Mon-Sat 11am-6pm 1016 E. Broad St. Athens, Georgia (706) 353-7797 Oglethorpe Animal Clinic ED ROWAN, DVM Boarding • Grooming • Dental Care Geriatric Care • Surgery “YOUR HOMETOWN VET” 1562 Athens Rd, Crawford 743-8021 MILLY & TILLY 2 females, already spayed. They are negative of all things and are two months old. They are twins and are healthy. They are a buff background with orange stripes. They must stay together as a pair, they love each other very much. Indoor only home. Please call (706) 613-9490. They love to purr up a storm & love humans. PHARMACY Hwy. 78 Lexington,GA 30648 (706) 743-5477 Carlos Rodriguez-Feo, RPH Manager/Owner Sandra Mathews, Technician DRIVE THRU WINDOW INSURANCE ASSIGNMENT HEALTH AND BEAUTY AIDS Wooden Doghouse Insulated walls and floor. Removable roof for easy cleaning. Rust and dark brown $185 (706) 424-5458 CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 15 GEORGE George is very sweet and loving, as well as crate and housetrained. George is neutered male Beagle/Jack Russel mix? He's about 2 years old. He has been vaccinated, heartworm tested (negative), and dewormed. His adoption is $80. Contact Laurè at Hope AMC (706) 569-7879 or hamcpets@yahoo.com “The Greatness Of A Nation And Its Moral Progress Can Be Judged By The Way Its Animals Are Treated.” —— GANDHI DUKE Duke is a male lab mix approximate 5 -6 months old. He's had a horrible start in life having been a hit an run case and left in a ditch for several days before found. He suffered head trauma and has lost the sight in one eye and limited vision in the other. He also was unable to walk a straight line but now is doing great with that. He's like any other pup as far as energy and playing but still needs a little more healing and someone to love him. He's a very very sweet and happy boy. Fence required. Pup and Cat Co. (770) 867-1622. PAGE 16 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 Join us for FAMILY FUN DAY! April 17 - 10 am-4 pm Oconee Heritage Park (441 South of Farmington) Petting Zoo & other Fun Activities A benefit for Oconee County Animal Shelter Bring your pet in to say HI! 4860 CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 17 OCONEE COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL FOR ADOPTION INFORMATION CALL (706) 769-3956 www.oconeecounty.com (then go to “pet corner”) CHENOA BERTHA MAYBELINE Female DLH, black/white and red kitty. She is laid back, gentle and quiet. She’s a big cat, maybe Maine Coon mix. She’s 2-3 years old. Please come by and meet her today! Maybeline is a female Boxer mix, about 5 months old. Very sweet and playful. She gets her name because she looks like she’s wearing make-up. Please come by and meet her today. Female Lab/Dalmatian mix. White with a few black spots. 1-2 years old and weighs around 65 pounds. She will sit for a cookie. She has been here at the shelter too long. Come adopt her today. LOLA TWIX Lola is a Lab mix, black in color. 8-9 months old and full of love. She knows how to sit and walk on a leash. She is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on her shots. BROCK Female German Shepherd mix, spayed & current on all shots. Likes to bask in the sun and have her belly rubbed. Please come by and meet her today. She’d make a great addition. 1-2 year old, 40 lb, black & white male Lab mix. Has been at the shelter since December and would really like to find a home. Came to the shelter as a stray. Friendly & current on vacs. (#9-12-11) PIEDMONT ANIMAL CLINIC “Personalized Compassionate Pet Care” Nancy K. Geren, D.V.M. FLEXIBLE HOURS CALL AHEAD FOR APPOINTMENT EARLY DROP-OFFS & WALK-INS WELCOME 1870 Hog Mountain Rd - Watkinsville (706) 769-4624 PAGE 18 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 D E S I G N W O O D W O R K & L A M I N A T I O N, L T D. PATRICK J. QUINN 712 SAWDUST RD • HULL, GA 30646 • (706) 548-4341 FAX (706) 548-4330 Help Us Stop The Killing! The Madison-Oglethorpe Animal Shelter located next to the transfer station on Colbert-Danilesville Road in Danielsville has an in-house spay-neuter clinic open to serve the general public for low-cost sterilization of puppies, kittens, dogs and cats. As a shelter we deal with thousands of unwanted and stray animals every year, many of whom don’t find homes. You can help cut down on those numbers by sterilizing your pets. We understand that the expense of having this done is often a factor so we offer drastically reduced prices on all sterilizations. We do pediatric sterilizations on puppies and kittens as young as eight weeks of age. Call Today to schedule your appointment- (706) 795-2868. SPAY/NEUTER SURGICAL FEES: over 25# $55 Dog Neuter under 25# $45 over 25# $75 Dog Spay under 25# $65 Cat Neuter $30 Cat Spay $50 Feral Cat Spay….$40 Feral Cat Neuter….$25 WINSTON Winston is all the fun of a kitten, with none of the work. He loves to play, especially with tennis balls (we will even send home a tennis ball)!!! Winston would love to chase a tennis ball around your living room. He is a male, neutered DSH, 1 1/2 yrs old, microchipped, current on vaccines, and felv/fiv neg. His adoption is $80. Contact Laurè at Hope AMC (706) 569-7879 or hamcpets@yahoo.com SHELTER HOURS AND ADOPTION FEES Open Wednesday through Sunday Noon to 5pm CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC MONDAY & TUESDAY - SURGERY ONLY Kittens/Cats: $65, Puppies/Dogs: $75, Senior Citizens over 65: $55 (Fee includes worming, vaccinations, and spay/neuter) Ask about our multiple adoption discount and our multiple adoption discount and SENIORS 4 SENIORS PROGRAM! 1888 Colbert-Danielsville Road, Danielsville GA 30633 www.moaspets.org or email: moaspets@gmail.com ADOPTED Stop by Daily Co-op and check out our pet supply section! We carry a wide variety of natural products for your dog & cat! Deli Items, Bulk Foods & Spices Natural Health & Beauty Aids Healthy Snacks & Juices Fresh Organic Produce International Foods ….and so much more! BUBBA Bubba is a neutered male American Bulldog or Pit Bull mix. 1 year old, has been heartworm tested (negative), dewormed and vaccinated for rabies, DHLPP and Bordetella. He will be microchipped before adoption. He’s super sweet and craves attention. He gets along great with the 4 other dogs in his foster home. His adoption fee is $150. For more information contact his foster mom Alana at the clinic. (706) 546-7879 or hamcpets@yahoo.com Winterville Animal Clinic Wayne A. Brubaker, D.V.M. Don Cole, D.V.M. Heather Terhune, D.V.M. 250 Henry Meyer Road • Winterville, GA (706) 742-5108 CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 19 ATHENS CANINE RESCUE See These Dogs and More On Our Website www.athenscaninerescue.com Meet our dogs at our Adopt a Pet Days At PAWTROPOLIS See Website For Dates For more information call (706) 549-4883 COOPER Cooper is a happy-go-lucky Cocker Spaniel that is about 5 years old. Cooper loves to go on walks and has excellent house manners. If you’re looking for a mellow little guy, Cooper is your man. ROMI Romi is about 25 lbs. at 10 months, and not likely to get much bigger. Romi is a congenitally happy cutie with one crazy ear. She loves playing with other dogs and humans alike. If You’d Like To Become A Foster Home Call 549-4883 Email: foster@athenscaninerescue.com pets are an adventure Daily, weekly, holidays & discount rates PetTrailsACC@aol.com (706) 614-2746 INSURED Lily is a 45 lb. Shepherd/Lab mix. She has nice house manners and aims to please. Lily loves to give kisses and cuddle in your laps. EDITH VINCE Edith is an 8 month old Lab/Pit Bull mix. Edith is more of a player than a snuggler, but she is great will all kinds of people, including children. 35 lb. Bassett mix. He loves to be with his people and has nice indoor manners. Hound that he is, he loves to explore the wide outdoors and playing catch. Pet Trails…. Canine, feline, aquatic, avian Walking, feeding, general grooming And Care LILY ‘Simply The Best Place For Lunch’ P.O. Box 895 40 Greensboro Highway Watkinsville, Georgia 30677 706-310-0888 KRIMSON BLACK - Owner PAGE 20 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 Heavenly Tails Dog Training (706) 369-0962 Melvin H. Cown, Jr., DVM 1400 N. Chase St., Athens, GA (706) 549-4320 2226 BARNETT SHOALS RD ATHENS, GEORGIA 30605 www.shoalcreek.com RALPH ASKREN, DVM CHRISTOPHER ELDER, DVM Becky White Trainer 678-425-5530 beck0228@yahoo.com In Home Training, Board & Train Classes - Puppy to Advanced Specializing in behavioral problems Winding Creek Kennels WINDER VETERINARIANS To find out how you can help Call Shari K. Cobb, DVM Mark J. Cobb, DVM Heather J. Fields, DVM Gail M. Davison, DVM PUP & CAT COMPANY (770) 867-1622 Buy A 2010 Pup & Cat Co. Calendar And Help A Homeless Animal Providing Insurance &Financial Services 43 Hill Top Drive Jefferson GA 30549 (706) 367-9871 Fax: (706) 367-2675 Sharon Sparrow CLU ChFC, Agent “Like A Good Neighbor, State Farm Is There”® sharon.sparrow.nxno@statefarm.com (770) 867-VETS (8387) • 20 Monroe Hwy AID- A-PET ANIMAL HOSPITAL DR. ELLEN JANE MAXWELL, D.V.M. (706) 353-1623 2040 S. Milledge Avenue Athens, Georgia 30605 (706) 353-8970 4120 LEXINGTON ROAD ATHENS, GA 30605 Mark D. Mosher, DVM Thomas Nemetz, DVM PhD CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 21 PAGE 22 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 Hwy. 77 North - P.O. Box 311 - Lexington GA 30648 Telephone (706) 743-5055, Fax (706) 743-5112 Complimentary catalogs are available upon request 156-A College Ave. • Athens, GA 30601 • (706) 546-7288 On The Road Again! Now Taking Appointments Call (706) 870-7111 Dr. Paula Loniak will provide House Calls for Dogs and Cats in Athens And Neighboring Communities Now Also Offering Veterinary Hospice Care Total Recall Dog Training Magic Does your dog come when called, every time under distraction and off lead? If you answered NO to any of these questions, you need our FULLY guaranteed training program! pacesettertrainingkennel.com pacesttr@alltel.net (706) 742-5743 Come train with the most accomplished and experienced dog trainers in the Athens area! Serving Athens For Over 30 Years DR. BRYAN HENDRIX Professional Emergency Care Separate Dog & Cat Facilities Large Indoor-Outdoor Runs Bathing—Boarding Call For An Appointment 2575 Atlanta Highway 543-5547 (across highway from K-Mart) CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 23 Athens Area Humane Society CALL (706) 353-CATS - www.athenshumanesociety.com COLE BIB Rice, Cole, and Bib are three siblings who are still getting used to being pampered by people. They are among our “Special Needs” kitties, indoor/outdoor homes. Cole is a diamond in the rough. It may take some time to see just what a sweetie this guy is, but trust us, he is a sweetheart. Please don’t overlook our “Special Needs” kitties. Give one of these guys a chance and you will be rewarded. SQUEAK SASSY KAT BASIL RICE This big, handsome guy has never met a stranger and takes no time settling into new situations. Visit with him at our adoption center. This plump princess will need a special home who’s willing to give her the proper care she needs and deserves. Ask about her at our intake shelter “The Zeus House.” PAGE 24 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 Basil is having a difficult time adjusting to life with us and will need an adopter who is patient and understanding. You can’t tell it by looking at her, but she’s a cuddler. SIERRA DERBY CALVIN A senior purebred Aussie looking for a home. Amazing dog, obedience trained, housetrained, loves the Frisbee and tennis ball! Derby is a 2 year old Chocolate Lab Super smart. Will make a great buddy. Loves other dogs and people! 1 year old Spaniel mix, Cute as a button. High energy, sweet, smart, loving dog. HESTER ZACH TUX Hester is a purebred Cocker Spaniel; Amazing dog but does have a few behavior problems, read her full bio online. 1 year old Beagle/Whippet mix. A sweet, playful, gentle dog. Loves playing with other dogs and has the best personality. Great manners! Tux is a possible Pointer mix but on the small side at 35 pounds. Housetrained and loves to play. CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 25 Georgia Equine Rescue P.O. Box 787 • Locust Grove, GA 30248 (770) 464-0138 As sad as it is to imagine, there are many horses in Georgia needing loving homes just as there are cats, dogs, and other “pets”. The problem stems from “over breeding” and a lack of understanding of the requirements for care of these wonderful animals. Thanks to Georgia laws that protect horses, mules, and donkeys from starvation and other forms of abuse, the Georgia Department of Agriculture has the authority to impound equine that are in a critical situation in accordance with the Georgia Humane Care for Equine Act. Impounded animals are rehabilitated and many are sold at public auction to new owners which, hopefully, give them a second chance at a comfortable and useful life. Auctions are held at frequent intervals as horses become available. The Georgia Department of Agriculture provides information about each animal and the auction location on their website at www.agr.georgia.gov. New owners are requested to enter into an agreement that the equine may be monitored for one to two years after the sale. The Georgia Equine Rescue League, Inc. offers horses for adoption. These are horses which are donated to GERL for a variety of reasons by people who find that they are no longer able to care for them. There is a small “adoption fee” for these horses and they are monitored by GERL for a period of time until it is determined that the horse and the new owner are a good match. A current listing of available horses through Georgia Equine Rescue League may be found in their monthly newsletter or on their web site at www.gerlltd.org. TIGGER FOUND - 2 PIT TERRIERS Tigger is a one year old male neutered Shepherd/Boxer mix. He is friendly with children and loves other dogs. He wants to be loved and a part of things so he needs an indoor home. Current on vaccinations/HW negative. Call (404) 697-6407 or (706) 549-9965, laminack1@gmail.com Handsome, well balanced, aim to please and are very friendly. Found in Comer. Love attention and playing. All shots, spayed/neutered. Adoption fee. Excellent homes only. Call (706) 783-3812. or Email: cathypentz@hotmail.com PAGE 26 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 ADOPTED ZOOEY Zooey is a very gentle young female Spaniel mix who was found abandoned near Jefferson, Georgia. She is between 3 and 4 months old and currently weighs about 15 lbs. She likes other dogs and is very friendly and affectionate. She has been to a vet fir her first vaccinations, is on heartworm preventative, and has been treated for fleas. If you are interested in meeting Zooey, please call Rhonda at (706) 757-3696. JILL Jill is a female Shepherd/Boxer/Lab mix, approximately 9 months old, born under a deck with 7 other siblings. She’s pretty shy but learning to trust and is smart and eager to learn. Very easy going and laid back for a pup. Good with kids, other dogs and doesn’t care about cats. Very pretty good girl for a loving family. Call Pup & Cat Company at (770) 867-1622. New Puppy? Need a mid-day Walk for your pet? Going on business or vacation? Put the safety of your pet in the Hands of a professional In-home Visits/House Checks Start at $12 per visit PAMPERED PET SITTING, LLC (706) 817-0087 Licensed/Insured www.pamperedpetsittinggeorgia.com Offering The Best In Veterinary Care Dr. Maxwell Sidner 706 548-4486 6300 Jefferson Rd. ATHENS, GEORGIA My name is Tess, I am a mature girl. I enjoy days spent lounging on the couch. My favorite thing to do is eat. I will eat anything. I am housebroken, though I do have an accident on occation. I love attention from my humans. I get along well with other animals, although I'm a little nervous around big dogs. I don't like to be alone, I would like to have another dog or cat around if no humans are home. I get a little seperation anxiety if I'm alone. I don't like to get wet, don't want to go outside if it is raining!! I'm so sweet I just may melt. Baths are not fun at all, I behave, but I don't like it. I hope to find a home with lots of love and lots of food!! You can contact my current mommy at 678-733-1646 or email her at alishea@msn.com. Read Critter Magazine Online At www.crittermagazine.com CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 27 Monday $3.75 Classic Margarita Singles Tuesday • Professional Grooming • Boarding • Radio Wave Surgery Wednesday CONVENIENTLY LOCATED ON THE EASTSIDE & WESTSIDE $2.00 Off ALL Margaritas Pitchers • Small Animal Medicine • Surgery • Dentals • Laser Surgery Jeff Light DVM Bob A. Brewster DVM $1.95 Domestic Bottled Beer Thursday $3.95 60-oz. beer pitchers Eastside - (706) 546-9200 In-House Bloodwork Doggie Daycare Boarding Grooming Laser Surgery Preventive Medicine Digital Radiography Geriatric Medicine Dentistry Ultrasound MISSING “DUKE” Duke was lost May 4th, 2009, east Paoli Road in Carlton. He’s a 4 year old Blue Tick Beagle, black saddle, brown/reddish face, white dipped tail, orange collar. Very shy dog. Does not like loud noises. Contact: 706-224-4941. CONSTRUCTION AND ZONING INFORMATION Desert Condo Rentals & Sales, Inc. Spend some time this winter in sunny PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA THE HUNT LETTER Many Condos Are Pet Friendly FROM A WEEKLY PUBLICATION P.O. BOX 36 • Danielsville, GA 30633 Contact Us For Details E-Mail: dsrtcondo@aol.com PHONE: (706) 795-3223 Toll Free: 1-800-248-2529 EMAIL: huntletter@gmail.com PAGE 28 ▪ CRITTER MAGAZINE ▪ MARCH2010 www.desertcondorentals.com CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 29 Disaster Rescue Animal Relief Bill Koehike and Sue Jordan, (706) 546-0433 On behalf of D.R.A.R, we want to thank our Mayor, Heidi Davison for Brining up the serious problem of feral cats in Athens Clarke County. She worked very hard and took a lot of heat from the “Cat haters’ but Trap Neuter Return was approved by the county commissioners. Only one commissioner voted against T.N.R. The colonies will have to be registered, and organized groups are now legally qualified to trap. Our thanks also go to all the commissioners and their staff, who took the time to look into the feral cat problem and did a lot of research with other states and counties to see how their programs were working. Speaking of “Cat haters”, these people were trapping stray and feral cats and taking them to the humane society and having them euthanized saying they were the owners. The Humane Society as you know got out of the feral cat business, thanks to these people. Not one of these cat haters stated “where and how” many birds were killed by feral cats. nations to be used for other type of vet visits and the medicine. We still have a lot of work ahead of us now that the TNR program is finally approved here in Athens. We thank those that have contributed cat food and money to our Victims of Human Beings. We need to also work on an educational program to get the word out about spay and neuter. To make a tax deductible donation of monetary value and / or a food donations or if you would be interested in adopting a cat or kitten call us. Donations can be dropped off or mailed to: DRAR c/o Pet Supply Plus, 191 Alps Rd Athens Ga, Phone 706-353-0650 or call us at 706-5460433. In six and half years, Bill can testify that he has never seen a deal bird or any other animal other than a dead rat. Feral cats are rodent hunters. One person, who took in 32 feral cats on her farm, will tell you that her rodent problem ceased with the feral cats and has not seen any dead birds. All of us dealing with the cats love the wildlife. You don’t do away with one species for the benefit of another! Bill found a beautiful white female cat in a sewer entrance at a feeding station. It appeared dead, but it was pretty sick. She had a lot of blood on her back; we thought she may have been hit by a car. We took her to the vet and they examined her and said it was caused by an infestation of fleas. Her ears were loaded with ear mites. All tests were given and she tested okay, nothing broken. She has since been given flea medicine along with an antibiotic, so she should be okay in a week or so. She is resting and eating like a little horse. If anyone is missing a white cat, please let us know. No question, this cat was dumped at this location. Who ever has been leaving bags of dry food for us at Pet Supply Plus for our feral cats, “Thank you” so very much. This helps us a lot. We still need farms, ranches or people with outdoor buildings to take our cats. They are “fixed” and given their shots. They make great cats at these locations and all we ask is to feed them and give fresh water daily. They do great in pairs. Donations are still welcome as we have 3 cats on medicine and kitten season is upon us. Already we see one kitten and a mommy. We still need monetary do- PAGE 30 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 Bill Koehlke with a sign promoting Spay And Neuter for all your animals. PLEASE Spay - Neuter Your Pets MISSING “MAXX” classifieds FREE LOST & FOUND ADS There is no charge for “Lost & Found” ads. We will also match reports with the local shelters. If you would like to submit a photo, there will be a $5.00 charge. (706) 769-5641 REWARD! MISSING BUB, Lost & Found Pro All other classifieds are $10 per month. If you would like to submit a photo for an animal for adoption, there will be a $15-$20 charge, depending on the size of the photo and length of copy. All copy and photos must received no later than the last Thursday of the month preceding the following month’s issue. Send copy and photos to: Critter Magazine, 54 Tucker Drive, Comer, Georgia 30629. (706) 783-5791 • E-Mail: Critbk@aol.com. LOST LOST Yellow Long Hair Female Tabby with yellow and white fluffy tail Was seen getting into a work truck on Laurel Drive Off Whitehead Rd. Missing over 1 year Very much loved And missed Please Call (706) 546-6967 With any information Maxx is a 9 year old gentle, friendly chow-black. The top of his coat has a reddish tint to it from the sun. He has an orange collar with a 2009 rabies tag .Our hearts are broken & is like a son to us. Has been missing from Colbert for 4 weeks now. Cream Colored Female Chow (With a Summer Haircut) Red Collar Missing from Danielsville Hwy. 98 East area Madison County If seen please call (706) 795-3223 Or (706) 296-3147 LOST DOG Black and Tan Dachshund Small Red/Brown Male Neutered male 7 years old Jefferson Road Oak Grove area Contact Julianna at Oglethorpe/Winterville area (706) 850-1433 Reward for Return Pinscher/Terrier mix No tail, black collar Lost May 26, 2008 (706) 742-2096 If you’d like to foster an animal for adoption, please call one of the rescue organizations in this publication or call 783-5791 LOST Large, black and red Doberman Pinscher, about 2 years old, one floppy cropped ear, one cropped standing up. He answers to the name of “Buddy” He is afraid of thunder and may have left home during a storm. Please let us know if you have seen or found a dog of this description. He is missed so very much. Call (706) 548-4941. “The Greatness Of A Nation And Its Moral Progress Can Be Judged By The Way Its Animals Are Treated.” —— GANDHI WANT TO HELP ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL HELP A DOG? We are looking for donations of rope toys and large durable, rubber chew toys This will help keep the dogs from going “Kennel Crazy” during their stay at our shelter. If you would like to make a donation or volunteer to play with the dogs Please Call Patrick at 613-3540 CRITTER MAGAZINE • MARCH 2010 • PAGE 31 Join us for FAMILY FUN DAY! April 17 - 10 am-4 pm Oconee Heritage Park (441 South of Farmington) Petting Zoo & other Fun Activities A benefit for Oconee County Animal Shelter 4860 PAGE 32 ▪ CRITTER MAGAZINE ▪ MARCH 2010 Bring your pet in to say HI!