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animal adoption, rescue and education in boone and surrounding communities
The Critter Calendar is a listing of animal and/or nature-related happenings in and around Boone, as well as other interesting
tidbits we discover in far-off places. Please send your event information by the 15th of each month for publication the following month to:
Critter Magazine, P.O. Box 111, Sugar Grove, NC 28679 or e-mail: crittermagazineboone@gmail.com.
Ongoing Events & Announcements
Rescue D.O.G. Non-Profit Rescue Group is accepting donations
at Mtn. City Antiques, Janie’s Video and Taylor Animal Clinic. They
also have items for sale at Mountain City Antiques Booth #803 to
benefit their non-profit group.
Paws of Hope Animal Wellness Center is a full service vet clinic
in Bluff City, TN. They offer low cost vet services and low cost
spay/neuter surgeries. For more information call 423-391-0224.
Pet Partner’s ‘Adopt-A-Pet’ adoption days every Saturday at
Tractor Supply on Hwy. 321 in Lenoir from 10 am-4 pm.
A Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic is available each Tuesday of
every month thru RVAS–Caldwell Spay-Neuter program. Pets are
dropped off at Rooster Bush Chevrolet, 2581 Hickory Blvd in Lenoir
on Hwy 321 and available for pick up the following morning. Call to
register your pet. 828-640-7700. Price for spay/neuter surgery is
$55 for dogs and $40 for cats.
A Low-Cost Rabies Clinic is held every 3rd Saturday from noon4 pm at Tractor Supply on Hwy 321 in Lenoir. $10. A current rabies
certificate is required for a 3-year booster vaccine.
Pet Adoptions will be held at Ashe County Humane Society,
1175 Old Hwy 16 in Jefferson, from 10 am-3 pm every Saturday.
Pet Adoptions will be held at PetSense in Lenoir (by Bo’s
Entertainment) for Caldwell Animal Rescue Group every Saturday
from 11 am-4 pm. Caldwell Animal Rescue needs foster homes
and dog food.
Boone Mall Pet Adoptions will be held every 1st and 3rd
Saturday each month for Second Chance Dogs of Ashe Rescue
Group. See all available pets at secondchancedogsofashe.org. The
mall is located at 1180 Blowing Rock Rd.
A ‘Pet Adoption Fair’ will be held every other Saturday from
noon-4 pm at PetSmart in Wilkesboro. Animals from Watauga
Humane Society and Humane Society of Wilkes will be available
for adoption.
Registration for Wilkes County Low-Cost Spay/Neuter
Program (“SNAP”) is available every Tuesday at the Wilkes
Public Library, 215 10th St. North Wilkesboro or the 1st and 3rd
Wednesday of the month at Ronda Town Hall at 123 Chatham St.
in Ronda, NC.
Watauga County Residents can register for state spay/neuter
assistance at Watauga Humane Society. All residents who are low
income or receive government assistance can get their pet spayed/
neutered for $20. Contact 828-264-7865 for more information and
to sign up.
Low Cost Spay/Neuter for Newland Residents will be offered by
Avery County Humane Society. Cats can be spayed/neutered for
free if you are a Newland Resident. Dogs can be spayed for $50.
They are also offering $10 spay/neuter for low income residents for
cats and dogs with proof of government assistance. For more
information, call (828) 733-2333.
Saturdays during Fall Season
Humane Society of Wilkes is having pet adoption days at
Wilkesboro PetSmart from 11am - 2 pm on some Saturdays during
the fall months. Come see animals available for adoption and
find your new best friend! PetSmart is located at 1514 Winkler Mill
Rd. Ext. in Wilkesboro. Contact Humane Society of Wilkes
for more information about the adoption schedule or to volunteer.
336-838-9588 or visit www.humanesocietyofwilkes.org.
Friday - October 11
Pet Partners Network, INC. is hosting “The Shelter Project:
A $100,000 Life Saving Animal Shelter Campaign” Golf
Tournament at Lenoir Golf Course today. Shotgun start at 1 pm,
door prizes, prizes for closest to the pin, longest drive and a
$10,000 prize for a hole in one! To sponsor, donate, register to play
or help, contact Pet Partners at 828-394-7490 or email
petpartners@charter.net. Tickets are $200 per team of 4 and go
towards a great cause. Lenoir Golf Course is located at
701 Norwood St. SW in Lenoir.
Saturday - October 5
Watauga Humane Society will host “Do You Speak Dog” a
workshop / lecture about dog behavior, health issues and more.
3 pm at the shelter, 312 Paws Way in Boone.
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IN THIS ISSUE
September/October 2013
Critter Calendar …..………………….……………….... 2
HAGEN Cartoon..……………………………………..... 3
Rabies Article……………………...……………..….…. 7
Kids Corner …..………………………………………… 11
2012 Euthanasia Statistics Release………………... 13
Dog Parks in the High Country ..…... .....….……….. 14
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Programs …………………... 14
High Country Rescues and Shelters .....….……….. 15
Happy Halloween!
ON THE COVER
NALA is an adorable kitten that was recently
adopted from Watauga Humane Society. There are
overwhelming numbers of black cats and kittens up
for adoption in shelters that are often overlooked.
Please consider adopting a black cat or kitten ...
they need your help more than ever!
Cover photo by Michelle McKee
It’s the law … be SURE your pets
are up-to-date on Rabies Vaccinations!
My Best Friend’s
Barkery
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improving the quality of life for animals through education, support of spay/
neuter efforts and encouraging responsible pet guardianship, as well as
helping to find loving homes for animals in need. Although the majority of the
animals profiled are dogs and cats, we will feature any animal that is in need
of adoption. We publish each month and distribute throughout Avery, Ashe,
Caldwell, Wilkes and Watauga counties. Advertising and editorial deadline is
the 15th of the month for the following month’s issue. We welcome letters
to the editor, comments and suggestions, as well as informative articles and
stories which are relevant to our goals.
Critter cannot screen either potential adopters or animals.
We urge all parties to act responsibly in these matters.
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Avery County
Humane Society
(828) 733-2333
www.averyhumane.org
A BIG Thank you to
My Best Friends Barkery
in Banner Elk for
sponsoring Avery
Humane Society’s page in
Critter Magazine!
Be sure to visit our new shelter at
279 New Vale Rd In Newland !
Phoebe is a
5 month old kitten who
is a keeper! She is
very laid back and low
energy. She is great
with other cats but
would prefer a home
without dogs.
Banjo is an
11 month old
German Shepherd/
St. Bernard mix. He
is a big gorgeous
boy who is looking
to find his forever
home will it be
yours?
Mambo is a 4 month
old kitten who is very
high energy. He is a
little shy but loves to
play with other cats!
Photos by Charlene Calhoun
Horse Helpers of
The High Country
Zionville, NC • HorseHelpersNC.org
Email: HorseHelpersNC@gmail.com
New Leash On Life is a partnership
with the AKC and The Mountain View
Correctional Facility. Dogs from
Avery Humane Society spend 8 weeks in
training at the correctional facility learning
basic obedience with a professional trainer
and their inmate. Putting the dogs through
training makes them more adoptable, and
helps prepare them for their forever
homes. This program has changed the
lives of all the inmates involved who care
for them. Look on averyhumane.org
for dogs currently enrolled.
Nevada is a 1 year old Shepherd/Hound
mix. She is full of energy and a very
sweet girl! She is leash trained, potty
trained, knows some basic commands
and agility! She would do great in an
active home where she can run and play.
Second Chance Dogs
of Ashe County
www.secondchancedogsofashe.org
336-877-3865
Twiggy (L) is a 6 month old
Rat Terrier/Chihuahua mix who
is a great little dog. She loves
to be with her people and
always want to be in your lap.
She weighs about 4 lbs but
needs to put on a little weight.
She is doing great with potty
training and loves other dogs,
cats and all people.
Gypsy is a 16 year old, 15 HH, registered American Paint Horse
with gorgeous blue eyes. She has had a rough past and experienced the “hard” training that many horse people consider abuse.
She was fearful at first but with lots of love and work she is now
great for pony rides and even did a trail ride with a beginner rider!
She will really blossom with a loving, experienced owner and is an
excellent, flashy horse that is smart, inquisitive … the whole
package! Her adoption fee is $500.
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Sadie (R) is a gorgeous
1-2 year old Collie/Hound mix
who is 25 lbs and full grown.
She is a love bug who gives
lots of kisses and is very
grateful to have been rescued.
She is hoping to find her
forever home soon!
Wilkes Veterinary
Hospital
1007 Second Street, North Wilkesboro,NC
(336) 667-1109
Lillian Royal DVM
Melissa Smith DVM
Find us on
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Audie Bloise DVM
Providing Services for Large
and Small Animals Including ...
• Dogs
• Cats
• Reptiles
• Rabbits
• Ferrets
Calling All Animal Lovers
Join Us Today!
Phone: (828) 263-4033 (EST)
info@holisticanimalassociation.com
www.holisticanimalassociation.com
• Horses
• Pigs
• Goats
• Llamas
• Alpacas & more!
www.facebook.com/TheHolisticAnimalAssociation
Twitter: @holistic_animal
Humane Society of Wilkes
PO Box 306 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
336-838-9588 www.humanesocietyofwilkes.org
Please consider fostering to save a life! Wilkes Humane is completely volunteer
funded. Low-cost Spay/Neuter Programs are available.
Sam is a gorgeous
Australian Shepherd/Collie
mix. He is very friendly,
good with other dogs and
affectionate. For more
information about Sam contact
whisperinwilowz@gmail.com.
Portia is a 1 year old
mixed breed dog with pretty
markings. She is a little shy
but great with cats and very
sweet once she gets to
know you. For more info:
coandjo@earthlink.net.
Available cats
may also be
seen at
PetSmart in
Wilkesboro!
Sonali is a gorgeous,
1 year old cream Tabby.
Contact Mary at
maryshow@gmail.com for
more information about her.
Witchywoman (R)
is an adorable
8 week old Tabby.
You can meet her at
Wilkes Vet Hospital
336-667-1109.
A BIG thank you to PARTNERS! Canines for sponsoring the Humane Society of Wilkes page in Critter Magazine!
CRITTER MAGAZINE • SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2013 • PAGE 5
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Clinic
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(828)-963-6641
Please Call For An Appointment
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334-2 Hwy 105 Bypass Boone, NC
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PARTNERS! Canines Needs YOUR Help
PARTNERS! Canines, a High Country Shelter Dog Rescue group that has
saved the lives of over 1500 dogs and puppies from area shelters so far
this year, is in urgent need of assistance with our veterinary bills.
Several recent unexpected emergency situations have
jeopardized our budget and the future of our transport program.
$5, $20, $50 . . . any amount will help ensure that we will
have the funds to continue to rescue great shelter dogs.
You may donate at any of the following veterinarian offices (just let them know to apply
it to ‘PARTNERS!’ account). Or donate by visiting www.partnerscanines.org.
Animal Hospital of Boone
2773 N Carolina 105
Boone, NC 28607
828-264-7113
Blue Ridge Veterinary Clinic
106 Clubhouse Drive
Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-963-6641
Animal Emergency Clinic
1710 Hwy 105
Boone, NC 28607
828-268-2833
Wilkes Veterinary Hospital
1007 2nd St
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
336-667-1109
Thank you for helping
us help them!
PARTNERS! Canines
a 501c3 charity organization.
All donations are tax deductible.
PARTNERS! Canines
www.partnerscanines.org
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The Importance of Rabies
Vaccines for ALL Pets
By Kary Sanders
Kary Sanders is a local animal lover and volunteer for
PARTNERS! Canines. Thank you for your help with
submitting articles to Critter Magazine and your
volunteer work for High Country transports!
Rabies vaccines are important, even for inside
pets! Growing up, my parents always warned me with stories about the dreaded raccoon staggering
down the street, foaming at the mouth and freshly
infected with rabies. Not only could the animal
bite me but knowing that the animal was suffering
made it even sadder. Now that I am older I worry
about my own animals getting infected by rabies.
Whether domesticated or not, any animal can
become infected. Some people may decline to
vaccinate their indoor pet, thinking they are
protected. They are not! Vaccinating for rabies is
required by law, since rabid squirrels or raccoons
have even been known to climb down chimneys.
Chances of this happening are slim, but if it did, your
household pet would be held in strict quarantine for
six months or possibly even euthanized.
Raccoons, squirrels, skunks and other wild
animals should run from you, especially in the
daytime. If any wild animal is walking towards you in
the daylight, one should assume it has rabies. If you
have a concern about an animal, whether wild,
domesticated or feral, call Animal Control. If you are
ever bitten by a rabid animal, wash the wound with
warm soapy water and report the bite to Animal
Control, as well as the Poison Control Center, the
Health Department, and of course your physician.
Contact your local veterinarian or animal control to
get your pet up-to-date on their rabies vaccines. We
should not be scared of the disease but work to
prevent it.
Vaccinate Your Pets Against Rabies!
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Pete is a gorgeous, 3 year old male American Bulldog. He
is very social and enjoys the company of other dogs. Pete
has a pure white body, with the exception of his black eye!
He has been in foster care for several years and hopes he
can find a home of his own. He is a high energy dog and
loves to play hard. He has also had training as a search/
narcotics dog with one of our local rescue squad officers.
He is neutered and UTD on shots! He would do great in a
active home that can continue his training.
Rescue D.O.G.
Mountain City, Tennessee
saveonelife@yahoo.com
www.RescueDog.Petfinder.org
CRITTER MAGAZINE • SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2013 • PAGE 7
The Shelter Project
A $100,000 Life Saving Animal
Shelter Campaign Golf Tournament
October 11, 2013 • Shotgun Start at 1 pm
Lenoir Golf Course
Golf • Sponsor • Donate
By Pet Partners Network, Inc. Call 828-394-7490
or email petpartners@charter.net to sponsor/register
Pet
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$200
Per Team of
4 Players
Prizes for:
• Longest Drive
• Closest to the Pin
• $10,000 Hole In One
• Door Prizes
Annie is a 5 month
old Brittany Spaniel
mix. She is very sweet
and loving once she
gets to know you.
Wont you take this
sweet girl home
today?
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828-851-0681
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Dr EJ Kennedy DVM
Rutherford College, NC
Caldwell Animal Rescue
(828) 572-3227
www.caldwellanimalrescue.org
A BIG thank you to CAR for
sponsoring their page in
Critter Magazine!
Gracie (L) is a 1 year old
Beagle/Feist mix who is very
calm and sweet. She is great
around other dogs, and
kids. She is a gentle soul
who is still hoping someone
will come adopt her!
Elvis is a
kind hearted
LabraDoodle who
is very sweet, and
good with other
dogs and kids!
Pet Partner’s Network
www.PetPartnersRescue.org
(828) 394-7490 Foster Homes Needed!!
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Lana (R) is a
sweet, energetic
Australian Shepherd.
She does well with other
dogs and would do great
in a home with a
fenced-in yard.
Wilkes County Animal Control
(336) 903-7688
408 Call Street Wilkesboro, NC
Shelter Hours: 10:30 am-5 pm M-F Sat. 10:30-Noon
Pets available for adoption are also listed on
www.humanesocietyofwilkes.org under the “Shelter” tab
Kittens!
If you are looking to adopt a friendly, loving kitten
please come visit our shelter. We have various
ages and types of kittens for adoption that will
purr their way into your hearts! We’re sure
you’ll find one (or more) you will love.
Zeus is a 10 month
old Siberian Husky mix
who is very friendly
and pretty! Vet
Records are available.
Black Lab mix is a
1 year old friendly girl
who is in need of
a forever home.
A BIG thank you to Woofpack Pet Services for sponsoring the Wilkes Animal Control page in Critter Magazine!
Sammy is a handsome
tabby cat who is
looking for a home.
He is UTD on shots,
very sweet and fun
to have around!
Patches is a gorgeous
1 year old Bully mix.
She is very friendly and
playful … and hopes
she will get adopted
soon!
Lincoln County Animal Services
650 John Howell Memorial Dr. Lincolnton, NC
(704) 736-4125
Mon-Friday 8 am-5 pm • Find us on Petfinder.com
Rugby Creek Animal Rescue
1314 Rugby Road Mouth of Wilson, VA
(276) 579-4215
www.rugbycreekanimalrescue.org
Meet Huck “Finn”
Finn is a gorgeous 2 year old Hound dog that would
make a loyal, loving companion for life! He was rescued
from a high kill shelter in WNC and is doing great in foster
care but is in a temporary foster home. He is very smart,
potty trained, crate trained for night time and loves to play
with other dogs. If you can foster or are interested in
adopting this sweet boy contact us! He would do
great in an active home that likes to run or hike but
also likes to lay around and keep
you company too!
CRITTER MAGAZINE • SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2013 • PAGE 9
Caldwell County Animal Control
St Francis of Assisi’s
Bully Breed Rescue
829 Fairview Drive SW Lenoir
www.CaldwellAnimalShelter.org
(828) 757-8625
Hickory, NC
1-800-778-3542 sfabbr@gmail.com
M-F 10-5; Every 2nd Sat. 10-2
JAYDA is a 3-year old
Boxer mix that has been
in foster care for over
two years. She is crate
trained, house trained,
spayed, micro chipped,
UTD on shots and
heartworm negative.
She is a sweetheart
who is still looking for
her forever home
SNOOPY is a beautiful
purebred Pit Bull. He is
neutered, heartworm negative,
micro-chipped, UTD on shots,
house trained, crate trained
and loves kids and other dogs.
He has not been around cats.
Mozart is a 4 month old Dalmatian
mix. This big guy is very happy-golucky and looking for a new home!
Call the shelter for more
information about adoption events.
RVAS Caldwell Spay/Neuter Program
Register Today!
828-640-7700
Help Caldwell County stop their pet
overpopulation problems.
Spay/Neuter your pet! It’s the only
solution to overpopulation.
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Available
Cats $40 Dogs $55
$8 Rabies Shots can be given before surgery
if pet is not UTD on rabies.
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We Have the Home for You!
For all your grooming needs ...
Sales: 828-733-9200
Rentals: 828-733-4599
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1074 George Wilson Rd.
Boone, NC 28607
828-268-0892
Phone hours: 8 am-5 pm
Monday - Friday
Your pet will pawsitively love it!
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Rentals Available
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Be Prepared
Fire Prevention Week - Oct. 6-12, 2013
In case of fire or other emergency, it’s important to get out of your home - quickly. Don’t stop to look for
your pets. Leave that to your parents and the professionals. Tell how many pets you have and where they
are in your home.
But what of you’re not home when there’s an emergency? You can still let emergency workers know
who’s inside. Fill in the form above. Then color the rest if it using bright, eye-catching colors. Laminate the
form or cover it in clear contact paper. Then place it in a window or on an outside door at home. If you don’t
have a pet, color and give this form to a neighbor.
Reprinted with permission from Humane Society Youth, publishers of KIND News,
67 Norwich Essex Turnpike, East Haddam, CT 06423-1736, © 2013, www.humanesociety.org/youth.
They’re already trained, with
no personality surprises for you …
and they need your love.
Won’t you consider
adopting a senior pet?
CRITTER MAGAZINE • SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2013 • PAGE 11
Queeny’s Pet Palace
(828) 773.7152
Professional Pet Grooming
by Lori Dugger
Proudly Supports
High Country Rescue Efforts!
Help us fundraise for local
non-profit PARTNERS! Canines.
PARTNERS! Canines has helped save over
1500 dogs this year and counting.
They always need donations for:
• Flea Preventative, De-wormer
& Vaccines
• Puppy food
• Treats & Toys
• Gas for transports
queenyspetpalace@ymail.com
Conveniently located in Boone near
Caldwell Community College
334-2 Hwy 105 Bypass Boone, NC
Watauga Humane Society
(828) 264-7865
adopt@wataugahumanesociety.org
www.wataugahumanesociety.org
Be sure to visit our new shelter in Boone at 312 Paws Way!
Daisy is a gorgeous
4 year old Pit Bull who
has had a rough start at
life. Despite her past she
is still a sweetheart. She
wants hugs and kisses
from everyone she
meets. She is 35 lbs,
spayed, and ready to
start her new journey
in a loving home with a
family who will take
good care of her!
Diablo is a 12 week old
English Spot rabbit with
gorgeous markings. He is
a very independent rabbit
who likes to do his own
thing and would love a
home to call his own!
Pumpkin is a 1-2 year old
Domestic Short Haired cat
who is very social and sweet.
He loves attention and is
great at cuddling. Pumpkin
is good with other cats and
is already neutered.
A BIG thank you to Nancy Coffey for sponsoring the Watauga Humane Society page in Critter Magazine!
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2012 Euthansia Statistics Released … Don’t Shop, Adopt a Shelter Pet!
Statistics are from the 2012 FY Public Animal Shelter Report
http://www.ncagr.gov/vet/aws/Fix/index.htm NCDA&CS Veterinary Division of Animal Welfare
The 2012 NC Animal Shelter Euthanasia Statistics are
better for High Country shelters compared to 2011 stats
(some shelters were at 93%+ in 2011), but some regions still
have very high euthanasia rates at shelters because of the
high number of incoming animals. Many times the lack of
space in animal shelters (and available cages/dog runs) is a
huge reason they have to euthanize so many. Shelters are
not required to hold owner surrender animals, puppies under
8 weeks old, or injured animals. Any animal picked up as a
stray is held for 3 days then put up for adoption or
euthanized depending on space available and if its deemed
an adoptable pet. Animals surrendered voluntarily do not
have any type of required holding period and may be
euthanized on intake if no space is available in the shelter.
**Note: any shelter whether "no kill" status or not has to
euthanize animals. Shelters have to euthanize animals that
aren't adoptable, aggressive or feral. They also provide
humane euthanasia for local citizens that cannot afford their
vet bill to have a senior or injured pet put to sleep. "No Kill"
shelters do not euthanize adoptable animals but still have to
put animals to sleep for the reasons listed.
The good news is many shelters are contacting rescue
groups to receive help. All shelters struggle with space
issues and cannot hold dogs or cats longer than a few days in
many areas. Please consider adopting from an animal shelter
to save a life and encourage community members and family
to be responsible owners and to spay/neuter their pets to
reduce overpopulation issues. Contact us at (828) 773-9112
or crittermagazineboone@gmail.com to find out ways you can
volunteer in your area to improve the lives of cats and dogs
that end up in shelters. Also make sure all personal pets have
an ID tag or microchip in case they are ever lost and end up
in a animal shelter. 90% of lost animals are never reclaimed
because they do not have an ID tag.
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Dog Parks in the High Country
Beech Mountain Bark Park is located at the
“Kite Field” on Beech Mountain. The Beech Mountain
Community is making contributions to build the park, and
have plans to develop the “Bark Park” in phases to
accommodate local pet owners. For more information and
to make donations to their non-profit organization, contact
Nancy Brunzon, Bark Park Chairwoman at 828-387-3835.
Watauga Humane Society Dog Park
The Dog Park is located beside the new Humane Society,
along Don Hayes Road, about four miles from Boone off Old
Highway 421 South. Application and proof of rabies vaccination
is required. The park is open from 6 am until sundown every
day and has 4 acres for your dog to run and play. Rates: One year annual pass (Includes 2 dogs, $10 per additional
dog) Regular fee - $60 Seniors (62+) - $50 Students $40 Day pass - $3 3 day pass - $5 1 week pass - $10
1 month pass - $20 6 months pass - $30
Wilkes Humane Society Dog Park is located at 206 South Bridge St. in Wilkesboro, NC. It is behind the
baseball field at Hidden Oaks park. Hours of operation are sunrise to sunset. A current rabies vaccination is required. It
is free for the public and all they require is that you clean up after your pet (doggy poop bags are provided). There are
separate sides one for larger dogs and for dogs under 25 lbs.
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Programs
in the High Country
NEW* Spay/Neuter Hotline for ALL Counties
1-855-259-SPAY (1-877-259-7529)
This is one problem that HAS a solution! SPAY/NEUTER Your Pets!
**Note: Make sure that your pet is up to date on vaccinations
before surgery, especially Bordetella (kennel cough vaccine).
Watauga Humane Society works with the Humane Alliance of Asheville. To make an appointment for your pet, call the Watauga
Humane Society at 828-264-7865. Spay/Neuter Surgery: Dogs/$60; Female Cats$50; Male Cats $35.
Rabies (and all other vaccines) are $8 each. Rabies vaccinations are required by law. Without proof of current rabies, a rabies shot will
be given at the clinic for a cost of $8. They can also vaccinate your pet while they spay/neuter vaccines cost $8. Feline Leukemia tests
$20, and must be administered if requesting a Feline Leukemia vaccine.
Caldwell Humane Society Low Spay/Neuter - Reservation sessions: The first 2 Tuesdays of every month from 6:30-7:30 pm. at the
library in Lenoir. Costs: SPOT Program (Stop Pet Overpopulation Today) Surgery $25 and rabies shot if needed $5. Regular Program Surgery $50 and rabies shot if needed $7. I Care Program (when they funds) is for anyone on Medicaid or EBT. They pay for any shots
that are needed and spay/neuter if funds are available.
RVAS of Caldwell Spay/Neuter Program is available every Tuesday in Lenoir NC. Cats $40, Dogs $55. $8 Rabies Shot can be given
before surgery if pet is not UTD on rabies shot. Register your pet today by calling (828) 640-7700. Pets will be dropped off at Rooster
Bush Chevrolet at 2581 Hickory Blvd in Lenoir on Hwy 321. This program is completely volunteer funded and ran. Please make a small
donation when you spay/neuter your pet to help with gas expenses for their program.
Humane Society of Wilkes “SNAP” Spay/Neuter Assistance Program registration is held every Tuesday at the Wilkes County
Public Library from 6-7 pm and every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at the Town Hall in Ronda NC. Cats: $40 Neuter/ $50 Spay. Dogs: $55
Neuter ($70 if over 100 lbs)/ $55 Spay ($70 if over 100 lbs). Rabies Shots $7. Proof of Income less than $35,000 required.
www.humanesocietyofwilkes.org/SNAP_Flyer.pdf
Ashe County Humane Society offers Low Cost Spay/Neuter vouchers for Ashe County residents. They work in collaboration with
Animal Clinic in Jefferson for pets that have been adopted from ACHS Twin Oaks Veterinary Hospital and Animal Hospital of Ashe
honors the vouchers for both adopted and non-adopted pets. Dogs: Spay $65/ Neuter $55. Cats: Spay $50/ Neuter $30. If you are
unable to afford to spay/neuter your pet contact Ashe Humane Society at they may be able to assist you.
Paws Of Hope Animal Wellness Center - Local East Tennessee residents will have a low cost vet clinic for their pets! Paws of Hope
Animal Wellness clinic is a non-profit organization dedicated to offering low cost options for members in their community, animal rescue
groups and local shelters. Paws of Hope is located on 19E beside Dollar General in Bluff City TN. There will be a licensed vet and
groomer on staff and they will offer full veterinary services! Contact 423-2789-5548 for info about low cost spay/neuter
Johnson County Humane Society offers Spay/Neuter vouchers to low income Johnson County residents. Call their hotline at 423-727
-9286 for financial assistance if you cannot afford to spay/neuter your pets.
Avery Humane Society offers low cost Spay/Neuter every Thursday. Cats: $35 Neuter/ $50 Spay. Dogs: $50 Neuter/ $50 Spay. $6
rabies shots. Call 828-733-6312 to make an appointment. Also offers $20 Spay/Neuter for low income residents of Avery County and
they have a new federal program that makes spay/neuter $10 for citizens with proof of government assistance.
*Call Avery Humane for more information if you are a Newland Resident, you may be able to receive free spay/neuter for cats.
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High Country Shelters & Rescues
Boone Area
- Horse Helpers Of The High Country
828-297-1833 Zionville, NC
www.horsehelpersnc.org
To volunteer contact Betsy at 704-607-9604
- Avery County Humane Society
828-733-2333 279 New Vale Road
Newland, NC www.averyhumane.org
M-Sat 10 am-5 pm Sun noon-3 pm Adoptions Only
- High Country Friends For Life Boone, NC
828-964-8828 www.hcfriendsforlife.org
- Watauga Humane Society
828-264-7865 312 Paws Way Boone, NC
www.wataugahumanesociety.org
Tues-Fri 12:30-6 pm Sat, Sun 12:30 -5 pm
Mon Closed
Mountain City TN Area
- Johnson County Humane Society
4125 Pine Orchard Rd. Butler, TN
423-768-0896 www.jchsi.org
Mon, Wed, & Sat 10 am-2 pm
- Rescue D.O.G. Mountain City, TN
Petfinder.com or saveonelife@yahoo.com
- Carter County Humane Society
253 Sycamore Shoals Dr Elizabethton, TN
423-547-6359 M-F noon-4:30 pm Sat 11 am-2 pm
www.petfinder.com/shelters/TN381.html
- Mountain City Animal Control
901 Tobacco Rd Mountain City, TN
423-727-7880 caet216@hotmail.com
8 am-noon, Mon-Fri and 8 –10 am, Sat.
Wilkes County Area
- Humane Society Of Wilkes
North Wilkesboro, NC 336-838-9588
www.humanesocietyofwilkes.org
All animals listed on their website are from
animal control or animals in foster care.
- Wilkes County Animal Control
408 Call St. Wilkesboro, NC
336-903-7688
M-F 10:30 am to 5 pm Sat 10:30 am-noon
Lenoir/Hickory Area
- Caldwell Animal Rescue Lenoir, NC
828-572-3227 Find them on Facebook, PetFinder or
visit www.caldwellanimalrescue.org
- Caldwell Animal Control
829 SW Fairview Dr. Lenoir, NC 828-757-8625
M-F 10 am-5 pm Every 2nd Sat 10 am-2 pm
Call the shelter for information about events.
- Pet Partners Network Lenoir, NC
828-394-7490 www.petpartnersrescue.org
- Rejondo Valley Animal Society
828-855-9263
Cats available for adoption at
Petco, 2239 Hwy. 70 SE in Hickory
(behind The Olive Garden)
- St Francis of Assisi’s Bully Breed Rescue
Hickory, NC 800-778-3542
sfabbr@gmail.com www.sfabbr.com
- Catawba County Animal Services
www.catawbacountync.gov/animal
100 Southwest Blvd # C, Newton, NC
828-464-7686 Mon - Fri 11am - 6 pm; Sat 10 am - 3 pm
Statesville/Lincoln County Area
-Lincoln County Animal Services
650 John Howell Memorial Dr. Lincolnton, NC
(704) 736-4125
Mon-Friday 8 am-5 pm • Find us on Petfinder.com!\
-Iredell County Animal Services
430 Bristol Dr, Statesville, NC
(704) 878-5424
Monday-Friday, 10:30 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Rabies Vaccination Clinic: 2nd Tuesday of each month,
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Ashe County Area
- Rugby Creek Animal Rescue
Rescuing Horses, Dogs and Cats
1314 Rugby Rd Mouth of Wilson, VA
276-579-4215 www.rugbycreekanimalrescue.org
- Friends Of Ashe County
767 Fred Pugh Rd. Crumpler, NC
336-982-4060 Available pets on Facebook
- Second Chance Dogs of Ashe County
336-877-3865
secondchancedogsofashe@aol.com
www.secondchancedogsofashe.org
- Ashe County Animal Control
336-982-4060
767 Fred Pugh Rd. Crumpler, NC
www.asheanimals.com
M-W-F 10 am-2 pm
- Ashe County Humane Society
1175 Old Hwy 16 Jefferson, NC
336-982-4297 ashehumane@skybest.com
www.ashehumanesociety.org
Tue/Thu/Fri 10 am-1 pm Sat-Adoption Days 10 am-3 pm
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