What Now? Animal Lovers Unite: Approximately 4 million pet dogs and cats are killed each year due to overpopulation.

Source: http://www.campkitty.com/

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If you have contact info for a shelter in one of these places that does not have pets posted with us, please e-mail us and we'll contact them.

North Carolina: Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, Winston-Salem, Fayetteville, Cary, High Point, Wilmington, Asheville, Jacksonville NC, Gastonia, Greenville, Concord NC, Rocky Mount, Chapel Hill, Burlington NC, Wilson NC, Goldsboro, Hickory NC

#There are other areas listed, due to space limit the only state copied is NC.

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                           Source:Petfinder.com 

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For Georgia Cats (and Their Humans)
http://www.campkitty.comCamp Kitty
 supports the tireless work of some fantastic rescue groups in the Atlanta area.  These groups work hard in saving cats and finding them loving homes.  They also vaccinate them and spay/neuter them.  We fully support their efforts and hope that when you are looking to add a feline to your family or are interested in donating your time or money you check out the following groups:

Atlanta Animal Rescue Friends
Lifeline Animal Project
Animal Action Rescue
The Whiskers Project

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BeHumane.org 
A website to keep you up to date on the latest animal humane methods.
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Dog Walking Tips
Source: www.hoovesandpaws.org

If you have are a novice to dog walking here are a few tips from our dog rescue centers to help ensure a nice time out for you and your pet.
Things you will need for your walk:

Leash 5-6 feet long
Flat dog collar
Pet ID tag
Pooper bags (3)
Water bottle for longer walks
Crushable water bowl

1. Have a leash that is not too long, approximately 5-6 feet in length. The retractable leash is not a good idea if you are just starting to train your dog on walking.  It’s good for your dog to have boundaries on their walk, and makes it safer for you and others.
2. A flat collar is recommended for the comfort of your dog. You may have seen metal collars that have prongs protruding from them at a pet store, these are painful for your dog and does not create a positive experience for the walk.

3. Have your dog drink some water before the walk. This will help them from tiring too quickly or getting dehydrated. If you or going on a longer walk, it’s important to give your dog water at a break along the way, and once more when you return home.

4. Keep your dog somewhat close to you during the walk. You should have a nice firm grip on the leash but not so much that you are yanking the dog. The point of the walk is to be a fun experience for both of you, but dogs are happier when they feel like they are performing a job. The walk is their job. It’s okay for them to sniff a little, but not every few minutes.  You can help deter them with a small quick pull up on the leash, followed by a firm “No”, and continue walking.

5. If your dog starts pulling on the leash and you find yourself being dragged down the street, the best way to combat this is to give a quick pull, say “No”, and stop. Hold your stop for a few seconds until you are sure you have your dog’s attention. They should be focused on you and not looking for other distractions.  Once you have your dog’s attention you can resume the walk. If the pulling happens again, perform the same steps. Your dog will learn that pulling equals a stop and no further reward by walking if they misbehave.

6. Your dog will undoubtedly need to perform a bowel movement while on a walk. Actually a walk is an effective way to get your dogs bowels working.  If this happens simply stop and wait until your dog is completely finished then use one of your pooper plastic bags to retrieve the poop.  You just place your hand inside the plastic bag, grab the poop, and then turn the bag inside out. You can then tie the bag at the top in a knot securely.  Most large pet stores carry a pet pouch just for storing poop during a walk. They usually have a Velcro tie at the top that can be attached to your leash during the walk until you can dispose of the filled bag, and are washable.  There are also some that have plastic clip attachments.  A nice one can be found at: http://www.portapoo.com


7. If you come across another dog during the walk, stay calm, and continue walking at a nice brisk pace. If you wish for your dog to interact with the other dog for socialization, only do so if your dog has a temperament that is non aggressive and allows for meeting other dogs. In this case you would stop your dog and wait for the other owner to approach. Never directly approach another dog without acceptance from that dog’s owner. Their dog may be aggressive, so it is always good to ask “Can he/she say Hi to your dog?” and “Is your dog aggressive?” Once this has been established the pets can meet, but keep a firm grip on the leash and watch closely for any signs of aggression on either animal’s part.