Allies - Critter Magazine

Animal Control numbers:
Anderson County - (864) 260-5576
Greenville - (864) 271-5333
Greenville County - (864) 467-7595
Greer - (864) 848-5363
Laurens County - (864) 984-6812
Mauldin - (864) 289-8974
Oconee County - (864) 638-8798
Pickens County - (864) 898-5929
Polk County - (828) 894-3001
Simpsonville - (864) 967-9526
Spartanburg City - (864) 582-1558
Spartanburg County - (864) 596-3582
Low-Cost Spay/Neuter programs:
Anderson Co. Humane Society
(864) 225-9855
Anderson Co. UARFSC
(866) 479-0074
Anderson Co. Feral Cats
(585) 703-8477
Animal Allies
Greenville: (864) 235-SPAY (7729)
Spartanburg: (864) 576-6971
CCA - (864) 243-4222
Cherokee County Project Zero
(864) 488-1349
Greenville Humane Society
(864) 242-3626
Oconee County - (864) 888-2211
Pickens County - (864) 898-5997,
(Animal Allies) 235-7729
Spartanburg Humane Society
(864) 583-4805 ext. 115
Speak for Animals - (864) 421-0022
Feline Urgent
Rescue of the Upstate
1754 Woodruff Road #177
Greenville, SC 29607
www.FelineUrgentRescue.org
(864) 915-7622
See adoptables: www.FelineUrgentRescue.org
My name is Precious. I am
3-4 years old. I am very affectionate and loving. The vet
believes that I was hit by a car
so my face is a little different.
I am a beautiful girl though. I
was found when I was pregnant. I gave birth in foster care to five adorable kittens. I
would love to come home with you.
I am Simba, the most loving cat. I am
about 2 years old. I love to be picked
up and love laying on your lap. I am
a real teddy bear cat. I like dogs, and
most cats. You would be the luckiest
person to get me as your new addition to the family. If you are interested in getting a second addition,
check out my best friend Sammy!
Animal
Allies
AFFORDABLE
SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC
1097 Asheville Highway, Spartanburg
Please help us solve the problem
of too many stray and unwanted
cats and dogs. Neuter your pet,
and encourage your family and
friends to neuter their pets.
Average cost $20 - $60 depending on
income. Call Animal Allies to schedule
your spay/neuter appointment at
Spartanburg: (864) 576-6971
Greenville: (864) 235-SPAY
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www.SchnauzerLoveRescue.org
Concerned
Citizens for
Animals
P.O. Box 1332
Simpsonville, SC 29681
www.ccaweb.org
(864) 243-4CCA, Ext. 3
CCA, is a non-profit organization established in 1980 serving
Greenville & Pickens Counties.
CCA’s goals are dedicated to helping animals and educating the
public in regards to responsible
pet ownership and the humane
treatment of animals. CCA operates the oldest no-kill animal
shelter in the Upstate.
Email: ccawebadoptions@yahoomail.com
Hi! My name is Rosemary. I
am a Feist mix born in January,
2008. My littermates and I
were born in the van on the
way to the CCA shelter! I am
an active girl who needs lots
of exercise. I am looking at you
through this fence and asking
if you can give me a big yard
with lots of room to run and
maybe even some kids to play
with. I would do really well
with male dogs and passive female dogs. I’d love to
have a home this Christmas and am crate-trained
and ready to go! Please call (864) 243-4CCA and
make an appointment to meet me!
Download application at: www.ccaweb.org
Critter Magazine is an animal adoption publication dedicated to improving
the quality of life for animals through education, support of spay/neuter
efforts, as well as helping to find loving homes for animals in need. Critter
cannot screen either potential adopters or animals. We urge all parties to act
responsibly in these matters.
Publisher and Editor
Art Director & Design
Proofreader
Distribution Team Susan Bufano
Jane Bird
Evelyn Balsiger
Critter Team Volunteers
Critter • 314 Yorkshire Drive, Greenville, SC 29615
(864) 430-1142 • crittermag@charter.net 
Critter Magazine cannot guarantee the health or temperament of any animal offered
for adoption through this publication. Individual rescues, shelters, and individuals
provide us with information monthly, and we cannot guarantee the availability of each
animal. Please contact each group individually for information on the animals listed.  All
animals adopted through Critter Magazine must be spayed/neutered.
Disclaimer: Critter Magazine of Greenville does not endorse or guarantee any products,
services or vendors mentioned in Critter Magazine, nor can it be responsible for
problems with their products or services. Also, Critter Magazine reserves the right to
reject, at its discretion, any advertisement. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole
or part without prior written consent of publisher is prohibited.
To publish Critter Magazine in your area, contact Elaine Lite at
crittermagnc@charter.net or call (828) 255-0516.
Diamond in the Ruff
Rescue & Rehab, Inc
Do you want a life worth meaning?
Adopt a rescued dog.
(864) 885-1494 • mdoneza@bellsouth.net
My name is Sandy and I’m a two
year old Jack Russell Terrier. I would
love a home that would let me
snuggle with them, but I love to
run and play too! If you had a four
legged friend for me to play with,
that would be great. I would like
older teenage children perhaps,
but not small children.
I’m spayed, fully vaccinated and housebroken, leash
trained and crate trained.
If you could give me a good home go to our new Web site
www.diamondrescue.org and fill out an application for
me... Sandy! Hope to hear from you soon.
Diamond in the Ruff Rescue has many large and
small dogs available. Check out our new Web site:
www.diamondrescue.org
Diamond in the Ruff Rescue & Rehab, Inc.
Is a non profit 501(c)(3) corporation
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Oscar is a Spaniel mix found as a stray that is available for
adoption. He is
about 2 years old
and is very smart
and has been
learning obedience at his foster
Mom’s. Oscar
was heartworm
positive and has
been treated and
is healthy and
ready to go to his
forever home.
All About
Pets, Inc.
Critter
Connection
www.critter-connection.
petfinder.com
(864) 578-9226
critterconnectionsc@gmail.com
Marisol is a sweet and loving baby
born around the end of April. She
was found in the county with no
home in site. She settled in very
quickly... she loves to play with her
companions as well as chase balls
and her squeaky mouse. She is litter box trained and
would love to have someone to snuggle with.
Salvatore is a beautiful Plotthound mix who has a
personality of gold. He is approximately 1 year old
and weighs about 30 pounds. He quickly won over
his foster family including his dog and cat siblings.
He has a very sweet nature and
is looking for a forever home
where he can play in the safety
of a fenced yard with a doggie
companion but still spend lots of
quality time inside with his family.
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Veterinary Services
Jeanne R. Fowler DVM
• Conventional & Alternative Veterinary Medicine
• Acupuncture • Homeopathy
• Chinese Herbal Medicine
• Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation
409 Old Buncombe Rd. • Travelers Rest, SC
(864) 834-7334
Rabbit
Sanctuary, Inc.
P.O. Box 80036
Simpsonville, SC
29680
Our sanctuary’s unique
“Home for Life” policy ensures
a permanent home for approximately 70 rabbits, all fugitives
from local shelters, commercial
breeders, labs, and unfit homes.
adoptarabbit@hotmail.com
(864) 963-4389
Boiling Springs Realty
Ashley Stone REALTOR®
Mention this ad and a percentage
of my commission will be donated
to the charity of your choice! Also,
a percentage goes to any referral’s
charity that buys or sells with me.
Be sure to Spay & Neuter your pets
(864) 680-3650
buyorsellwithbsr@yahoo.com
110-C Rainbow Lake Rd. • Boiling Springs, SC 29316
A FEW MINUTES IS ALL IT TAKES
321 – Use your time, talents or funds to make
a difference for the groups and animals in
Critter Magazine
Morgan and Eve’s story…
GO!
People will come and go out of our
lives. Have you ever thought about
saying that with animals instead of
people? I never have. That is, until I
came to volunteer at the Greenville
Humane Society. I first had the desire
to work there after adopting my own dog, Eve.
My sisters and I had come to pick out a small little
puppy we had seen earlier in the week, but found out
she had already been adopted. I was disappointed,
but decided to give the other dogs a chance. We
walked into the room of older dogs and I noticed
Eve immediately. She was with the older dogs even
though she was only seven months old. She looked so
small and lonely in the cage and she was very shy. We
walked her around the courtyard and found that she
would stay with one person for a long time. She got
attached easily, and so did we. We asked my parents
if we could get her, they said yes and we adopted her.
Our photo is featured on the cover of this issue.
Today, she is happier than ever. She has gotten used
to people and is no longer the shy puppy we first
adopted. Eve is always playing and having fun chasing
her tennis ball, running with us in the backyard and
trying to chase squirrels when we go for walks. She is a
sweet addition to our family.
Now I go to volunteer once a week and I see animals
that need and want a home. I want to take them all! Of
course, I can’t. But with your help, we can give them
all good homes. I hope you consider adopting from
shelters or rescues in Critter Magazine. The animals are
checked over to make sure they healthy then they are
spayed or neutered. Make a New Year’s Resolution to
adopt an animal that needs you!
You may not be able to adopt an animal right now…..
but, what about donating some time? Your gift of $10
may not seem like much but it would mean a lot to a
group in Critter. There are so many ways that you can
help…. the benefits outweigh the effort!
- Morgan Hindman • Greenville, SC
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Woodruff Road
Animal Hospital
Deborah Perzak, DVM
Lynn Bowden, DVM
Mission Statement: To provide compassionate
personalized veterinary care for our clients and their
beloved pets in order to strengthen the human-animal
bond and service the community at large.
Featuring:
Preventive & Wellness Care for Small Animals
Nutrition Counseling • Weight Management
Pet Dentistry • Surgery • Senior Pet Care
Behavior Counseling & Training
Convenient Drop-off Service Available
Pain Management • Wound Healing
Rehabilitation
Woodruff Road Animal Hospital-The First in
South Carolina to offer a Class IV Laser(K-Laser).
Numerous studies
have shown that Laser
Therapy can help with:
• Hip Dysplasia
• Post Surgical Pain
• Chronic Wounds
We have staff members specifically trained in K-Laser use and
application. They are ready to answer your questions about
K-Laser as an option for your pet.
Further information on the use of the K-Laser in veterinary
medicine can be found at www.k-laserusa.com.
Woodruff Road
Animal Hospital
2709 Woodruff Road • Simpsonville, SC
(Next to Spice Diner across from Publix at Five Forks)
Monday-Friday: 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Starting January, 2010, NEW extended hours:
Monday, Thursday: 7:30 am to 7:00 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
(864)234-5995 • www.woodruffrdah.com
Dr. Kevin Elliott
Dr. Toni Bannister
Dr. Anna Hoeft
• Osteoarthritis
• Post Traumatic Pain
• Burns
2709 Woodruff Road
Simpsonville, SC 29681
www.woodruffrdah.com
Call: (864)234-5995 • Email:scullycat@charter.net
Dr. Brent Goodson
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295-3047
Barkery Bistro
236-1503
Scales ‘n Tails
ScalesnTailsEasley.com
Paws & Claws
242-3738
Saluda River Pet
Food Centers:
Easley 855-9942
Greenville 235-3939
Seneca 888-2200
Simpsonville 962-8200
www.naturalbalance.com • 800-829-4493
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Questions About the Canine Flu
and How it Affects Your Dogs
Advice Corner...
What is the Canine Flu?
Canine influenza is a contagious viral infection of dogs,
caused by Influenza Virus A subtype H3N8.
What does the Canine Flu do to dogs? The canine
influenza virus can cause mild to severe illness. Mild
effects include a soft, moist cough with or without
a low grade fever that lasts 10 to 30 days despite
treatment, along with yellow/green nasal discharge
if a secondary bacterial infection occurs. More severe
illness can result in high grade fever as well as rapid/
difficult breathing, which is usually caused by secondary pneumonia.
Is Canine Flu fatal? Typically, most infected dogs
develop mild to moderate signs that resolve within 10
to 30 days without problems. As with other flu viruses,
fatalities can potentially occur, but are not common
and are generally due to secondary complications
such as bacterial pneumonia.
How easy is it for my dog to catch? The virus is
contagious—spread via aerosolized respiratory secretions. Thus far, most outbreaks have occurred between
dogs who are kept in large numbers in relatively close
By Barbara Lee
quarters. However, because this is a recently emerged
disease, there is no natural or vaccine-induced immunity—so all dogs are susceptible.
I think my dog may have caught Canine Flu. How do
I know for sure? The symptoms of canine influenza
closely resemble those seen with other respiratory
diseases, such as kennel cough. Because of this, kennel
cough can potentially be mistaken for canine flu. While there is currently no reliable rapid test available
to veterinarians for diagnosing canine influenza, tests
are available at certain diagnostic labs. For more information, contact your local veterinarian.
Can people get Canine Flu? There is no evidence to
date demonstrating that the canine influenza virus can
be spread from dogs to humans. It is typically uncommon for a virus to “travel” from one species of animal to
another, and then become infectious among individuals of the second species with normally functioning
immune systems.
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We are a non-profit volunteer organization run by
a board of directors dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of needy and abandoned
Golden Retrievers in Upstate SC.
PO Box 9077 • Greenville, SC 29604
(864) 234-9739
www.fhgrr.com
Sunny may be 9 years old,
but is really active for her age!
She has some arthritis and her
coat was in bad shape when
she came to us, but now her
coat is coming back in soft
and shiny. She’ll need to be
on meds the rest of her life for
the arthritis but she’s come
so very far. Now she trots thru
the house with her young foster siblings. She is fine
with cats and other dogs.
Sunny is the perfect dog for someone who wants
a calm happy dog who is no trouble. She loves to
be petted and will lay at your feet just resting. She
will give you more love than anyone could possibly
hope for. Are you the true love of her life?
1994
96 Orchard Park Drive
(864) 987.0618
www.appoutfitters.com
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Foster Homes Needed: When fostering for FHGRR
we pay all pre-approved vet bills, supply heartworm
and flea preventative. All you need to buy is their
food. It’s a rewarding experience! If you are interested, please email rescue@fhgrr.com, visit fhgrr.com
or call (864) 234-9739 (leave message).
Critter Calendar
December ‘09 - January ‘10
All phone numbers are area code 864
unless otherwise noted
Month of December
Upstate Veterinary Specialists is having a Pet Food Drive for
Harvest Hope Food Bank through December 24. Tuesday, January 12
Kickoff meeting for Bark in the Park 2010. Time & location TBA. Email coleenkennedy@yahoo.com or go to www.ccaweb.org.
Every Sunday
Kitten Action Team at the PetSmart at The Shops at Greenridge
at 1125 Woodruff Rd. in Greenville from 1:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Speak for Animals Monthly Meeting. Join us at the Hawthorne
Inn on Haywood Road (in the activity room) at 6:30 p.m. For more
information visit www.speakforanimals.com or call 430-1142.
Saturday, January 16
Spay-Mania – 10:00 a.m. Speak for Animals monthly quest to
spay/neuter and help animals in need. Contact 430-1142.
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Every 3rd Sunday of every month
Pet Tender Angels will have dogs for adoption at the PetSmart
at 6019 Wade Hampton Blvd. 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Every 3rd Tuesday of every month
CCA Greenville County Volunteer Meeting, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at
Greenville Tech Brashier Campus.
Every 2nd Thursday of every month
CCA Pickens County Volunteer Meeting, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at
Pickens County Library in Central.
Every 1st Saturday of every month
Pet Tender Angels will have dogs for adoption at the Petco in
Greenville. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 5
House of Paws is having a Holiday Drop-in and Pet Photos with
Santa from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Come by and get into the holiday spirit with treats for people and pooches! Bring your camera
and take pictures of your pet with Santa! This event is FREE! 1162
Rutherford Road, Greenville. 370-8040.
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Shelter Orientation for Sunday Shelter Work for Concerned
Citizens for Animals at 10:00 a.m. Please see www.ccaweb.org
Saturday, January 23
Diamond in the Ruff Rescue Adoptions at PetSmart at The
Shops at Greenridge at 1125 Woodruff Rd. in Greenville, from
10:00am to 4:00pm.
Friday, January 29
Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction at Zen Greenville, 924 S. Main St.
Benefits Kitten Action Team (KAT). Call 234-8826 for more info.
Month of February Have a Heart for Animals! Details at www.speakforanimals.com
Sunday, Feb. 7
Cupids and Canines at Camp Bow Wow from noon – 3:00 p.m.
602 Airport Rd, Suite A, Greenville. Goody bags and fun for all.
Monthly Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. at
Spartanburg Humane Society. Rabies $5; DHPP for dogs $7; Bordetella for dogs $5; FVRCP for cats $7; Perm. microchip ID $10.
Santa Photos and Adoptions at PetSmart at The Shops at
Greenridge at 1125 Woodruff Rd. in Greenville, From 10:00am to
4:00pm. Supports Diamond in the Ruff Rescue.
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Saturday and Sunday, December 5-6
Pet Photos with Santa at the PetSmart in Anderson from 11:00
a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Pet photo ornaments are $9.95 with $5.00 of each
sale coming directly to Anderson County Humane Society!
Santa Pictures and Adoption Day at PetSmart in Spartanburg
PetSmart at 150 E. Blackstock Rd.11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sponsored
by Critter Connection.
Tuesday, December 8
Speak for Animals Holiday Get Together. Not sure of location
as of Critter print time. For more details, call 430-1142 or
crittermag@charter.net
Saturday, December 12
Santa Photos and Adoptions at PetSmart at The Shops at
Greenridge at 1125 Woodruff Rd. in Greenville, From 10:00am to
4:00pm. Supports Diamond in the Ruff Rescue.
Saturday, December 19
Santa Pictures, Adoption Day, and Microchipping at Upstate
Family Resource Center in Boiling Springs 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sponsored by Critter Connection.
Spay-Mania – Speak for Animals goes on their special holiday
quest to talk about spay/neuter and help animals in need.
10:00 a.m. Call 430-1142 for more details.
Saturday and Sunday, December 19 – 20
Photos with Santa at the PetSmart at 2449 Laurens Rd.
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Proceeds benefit CCA.
Saturday, January 9
Diamond in the Ruff Rescue Adoptions at PetSmart at The
Shops at Greenridge at 1125 Woodruff Rd. in Greenville, from
10:00am to 4:00pm.
Spartanburg Humane Society Volunteer Orientation, 1:00 –
4:00 p.m. An overview of the SHS and discussion on the many
ways you can help homeless animals. Pre-registration is required. Contact Amy Freeman at 583.4805, ext.108 or
amyf@spartanburghumane.org.
Please contact the individual groups regarding event information.
Lovely Lucy & Lola
Need a Loving Home
Lucy and Lola
are two special
girls who need a
home where they
can live together.
They are litter
mates and have
been together
their entire lives.
Lucy would have a very hard time if the girls were
separated. The bond between these sisters is
incredibly strong. If you are considering adopting
two dogs Lucy and Lola would be so grateful!
The girls are two years old, house trained, spayed,
up to date on all shots, heartworm negative and
microchipped. If you can give them a home together,
please visit www.blueridgeboxerrescue.com
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Can I? Or Should I?
One of the most frustrating aspects of being a wildlife
rescue is accepting the fact that the average person
only asks themselves “can I do this” rather than asking
themselves “should I do this.” For example, “can I” try
to keep a baby deer? You can, but what you should be
asking yourself is “should I” try to keep a baby deer? If
you ask a wildlife rescuer, you would get a resounding
“NO you shouldn’t!” so fast it would make your head
spin.
The primary problem is that the “can I do this” person
fails to remember that this deer is going to grow into
a BIG DEER and when it does, the person will likely
call on Foothills Animal Rescue requesting one of our
volunteers to risk life and limb to transport a 70 pound
deer that has not only been domesticated to some
extent, but also has no way of knowing how to take
care of itself in the wild.
This concept of asking oneself “can I” or “should I”
really should be everyone’s process of questioning
themselves before adopting an animal or even tackling
the thankless task of rearing a wild animal for eventual
release back into the wild. That animal will become
sexually mature and at that time it will most likely hurt
you or someone else. By that time that animal becomes
too dangerous to keep and yet won’t have the survival
skills necessary to live as a true wild animal.
Adopting exotic birds is also a time for you to have the
“should I” talk with yourself. We get so many requests
to take exotic birds that have outgrown their welcome
in homes where they were once the center of attention.
Exotic birds make lots of noise at times – that is their
nature when out in the wild. These instincts don’t
go away simply because they are put in a cage in
someone’s living room. Over time most people just
can’t take the noise anymore and the bird ends up in
a closet or a back room sitting by itself, suffering from
loneliness and fear over the changes in its lifestyle.
Please consider the above before trying to take in any
wild animal. Put the needs of the animal first and call a
wildlife expert who can give the animal the best chance
at being rehabilitated and returned to the wild.
Still standing even if my volunteers have to sell their
plasma, just not their plasma TV’s!
Piper the Raccoon
Foothills Animal Rescue
(A wildlife rescue under raccoon management)
(864) 282-1917 24 hours a day
Calling All
Volunteers!
The 2009 baby season is
just around corner. Join
the “Navy Seals” of all
wildlife rescues!
We are looking for a few
hard working people for
the toughest volunteer
job you’ll ever love.
Foothills Animal Rescue
Wildlife & Exotic Rescue Unit
Federally permitted to handle birds & animals
Educational Programs
& Special Events Available
Calls accepted 24 hrs., 7 days a week
(864) 282-1917•www.FoothillsRescue.com
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Animal Rescue
Pickens County
Adopt
email: animalrescuepickenscounty@msn.com
Plenty of great animals
looking for a great home!
WE NEED FOSTER HOMES!!! All you
supply is love, care, & food. Email us at
animalrescuepickenscounty@msn.com
if you can provide a good foster home.
Jackie and Blackie
Offer Twice the Love
Have you been considering adopting a cat? How
about two? Meet Jackie and Blackie, littermates
and friends. They are up to date on shots and have
both been spayed. They love other animals and
are housetrained. Jackie and Blackie are approximately one year old and since they are bonded to
one another need to stay together in one caring,
forever home.
For more information about these two loveable
kitties, email info@andersonhumanesociety.com
or call Anderson County Humane Society at
(864) 225-9855. Be sure to visit our website for
other adoptable animals and how you can help at
www.achsonline.com - we hope to hear from you!
www.animalrescuepickenscounty.petfinder.org
1-800-Save-A-Pet.com/shelter74406-pets.html
Join the
Critter
Team!
We can use help delivering
each month...
If you can help in Greenville or Spartanburg counties contact
Susan at (864) 430-1142 or email crittermag@charter.net
Speak for Animals’ Critter
Vittles Program would like
to thank the following for
their continuous support:
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Camp Bow Wow
Saluda River Pet Food
and Supplies
Foothills Golden Retriever Rescue
They have helped to provide food
for hundreds of needy animals in
our community.
For more information, contact
Alexis at (864) 242-0192.
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Thanks
to You!
DVM, CVA
Practicing Traditional Chinese
Veterinary Medicine Including:
Chinese Massage
Phone: 864-233-1012
Fax: 866-487-0578 • Referrals only
1 Chick Springs Rd., Suite 113 B
Greenville, SC 29609
Lookin’ for Double Trouble
and Double Fun?
Dachshund pair looking for a forever home
Meet Poncho and Lefty, two sweet natured, fun loving
dachshund brothers. They
are approximately one year
old, up to date on vaccinations, heartworm-negative,
neutered and ready for a
family to call their own.
Poncho, shown at top right,
has beautiful long hair and
is the more laid back of the
two. He loves to snuggle
and give puppy kisses. He
weighs 16 pounds and has
adorable bear paws!
Lefty, shown below Poncho,
is the rabble rouser in this
pair! He is a very well behaved dachsie, but if trouble is to
be started, chances are Lefty is involved. He is smaller at
13 pounds and has the cutest puppy face.
Both Poncho and Lefty are very friendly and love people,
including children who know how to properly treat
dachshunds. They do fine with other dogs as well. They
are crate trained and are learning housebreaking in their
foster home.
Could Poncho and Lefty be a good fit for your family?
Please visit www.DRNA.org to read more about them,
and to see Dachshund Rescue of
North America adoption policies
and fees. If you think these two
are for you, you can fill out an
online application and we will talk
to you more about them.
On behalf of Poncho and Lefty,
thank you!
Lefty gives puppy kisses to a child
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This holiday
season, SFA wants
to thank all of
our supporters!
Because of you, hundreds of animals and people have
been helped in 2009! Needy animals have received the
following ALL BECAUSE of YOUR GENEROSITY: food,
treats, toys, warmth-giving items, shots and spays/
neuters, while their families were given humane education materials.
We ask for your continued help so that more at-risk
animals can be provided free or discounted spay/neuter and shots in 2010. We are seeing more need than
ever and want to be able to say “yes” to their needs!
Consider sending an “Alternative Gift” this holiday
that benefits the community in which you live…
Give your friends or family members a gift
of a better life for an animal in need:
A gift to SFA of $50 will spay/neuter a
needy precious dog or cat
A gift to SFA of $15 will give shots to a
needy precious dog or cat
Send us the name/address of the person/persons you
would like to honor, along with your donation. We will
send them a beautiful card letting them know that a
gift was given in their honor. Mail to: Speak For Animals, PO Box 24185, Greenville, SC 29616.
Happy Holidays! And remember to make 2010
a great year for animals in need!
Pretty pit bull had endured
5 litters in her short life.
SFA spayed her at no charge
through our UMLC programnow she’s happy and healthy.
Spay-Mania clients
at our sign-up
booth in Judson
(Shep was transported to his neuter
the next week!)
www.speakforanimals.com
Get Involved! (864) 421-0022
1514 S. Hwy. 14 in Greer, minutes from GSP Airport • 2.5 miles off I-85 • (864) 968-5055 • www.Pooch-Palace.com
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Greenville’s Only
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Feline Medicine & Surgery • Dr. Carolyn Anderson
Fax: (864) 232-7531
Sweet Cammie Needs a Home...
My name is Cammie and I am a beautiful Catahoula/Shepherd mix.
I am approximately 5 years old. I was rescued with all my brothers
and sisters from people who neglected us, and so far everyone in my
family has a new home but me. I am a sweet, loving girl who is very
loyal and do not know why I am overlooked. I guess I am waiting for
the perfect family... could it be you?
I would do well with other dogs - I am fine with them once we get to
know one another. Since I have lived my whole adult life at the shelter, it’s probably best that I be placed with adults only. Please give me
a chance to show you I am worth having a loving family just like all
my siblings.
All of my vet care has been taken care of at my rescue organization’s
foster home. I am spayed, current on all vaccinations
and microchipped. To find out how you can adopt me,
email my sponsor Kathryn at jrp2001@charter.net.
BUSTER’S BUDDIES
Donations for my care and other
foster animals in our organization is appreciated. Send funds
to Pet Tender Angels, PO Box
6691, Greenville, SC 29606.
Thanks and have a wonderful
holiday season from all of us at
Pet Tender Angels!
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Endangered Animals Rescue
501(c)(3) Public Charity • Elizabeth Fant, CEO
Needs:
PetSmart Gift Cards
Wal-Mart Gift Cards
Lowe’s Gift Cards
Ingle’s Gift Cards
Monetary Donations
For:
Animal Food
Animal Bedding
Kennel Cleaning Supplies
Veterinarian Care
(864) 940-5227 • PO Box 423 • Belton, SC 29627-0423
SAVING
ANIMALS
ONE AT A TIME
www.spartanburghumane.org
150 Dexter Road
Spartanburg SC
29303
(864) 583-4805
Shelter Adoption Hours Ext. 101/102
Weekdays 11:00 – 6:00
Sat & Sun 11:30 – 5:00
Receiving/Lost & Found Ext. 111/117
Weekdays 8:00 – 6:00
Saturdays 8:00 – 5:00
Closed Sundays
Animal Behavior & Training Classes
Ext. 109
Volunteer Opportunities Ext. 108
Humane Education Ext. 113
SHS Low Cost
Veterinary Clinic
Spay/Neuter Surgeries from $25 - $55
(low income discounts available)
To schedule an appointment Ext. 115
Meet SHS pets available for adoption of see them online at www.spartanburghumane.org/featurepets
See pets for adoption at the PetSmart Love-A-Pet store in Spartanburg and at other locations around town.
Check our website for a schedule of PetSmart hours and mobile adoption events.
A Salute to Transporters!
Critter Magazine
wants to salute all the
transport volunteers!
They give up time,
gas and energy to
transport precious
dogs and cats to their
new rescues or homes.
Thanks to them,
thousands of animals
are saved every year!
I want to say a special
thanks to my husband,
Jim, shown here
transporting Duce
to Raleigh!
- Susan Bufano
Critter Magazine
Publisher & Editor
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