Doc

Doc is an 11 year old, AKC registered yellow lab in need of a home. He was a therapy dog at Patrick Harris Hospital in Anderson, SC since he was a puppy and has all of his papers. Because of his age and some mild arthritic issues, the hospital decided it was time for him to ‘retire,’ but nobody would adopt him. Rather than see him put down, he was taken in, but is unable to accompany his new family to their apartment. Doc is now looking for someone who can take care of him as he’s done for so many others his entire life. If you, or anyone you know, would like to take in a very sweet and gentle dog, please contact David Narramore at 864-242-9881.

UPDATE: We received word yesterday that Doc has found a new home. Thank you to all who helped.

Copio with a neighbor's Airedale

Runners, walkers, dog lovers, animal advocates and those who just want to celebrate spring are invited to the second annual “Pawz Too Run” event on Saturday,  April 14 on the Village Green in downtown Davidson.

The event, spearheaded by Cannon School ninth grader Joanna Copio, will benefit the local not-for-profit Friends of the Animals, whose mission is to promote responsible pet ownership, provide low cost spay/neuter services and promote adoption of homeless pets.

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There is exciting news at the Carolina Raptor Center! Savannah, one of the resident American Bald Eagles at the center, has laid the first egg of the 2012 nesting season. The event occurred Wednesday at 4:07 p.m. She and mate, Derek, now take turns caring for the egg. Read the full story

Cat lovers unite! This weekend the Dixieland Silver and Golden Fanciers cat show will take place at the Cabarrus Arena and Event Center in Concord, N.C.

Pedigreed cat representing over 40 breeds from all over the world will be competing for top prizes. In addition, many great vendors with cool cat toys, clothing, cat furniture and more will be on hand. Adoptable kittens and retired show cats will be available and  local rescue organizations will be on hand. There will also be a silent auction and raffle. Everything the kitty or cat lover could ever want will be at the Cabarrus Arena and Event center this weekend. Read the full story

Brooke de Gorter

Brooke de Gorter, a Cannon School sixth grader from Cornelius, believes that giving to others is the best birthday gift of all. She decided that instead of asking for presents she would turn her 12th birthday into an opportunity to help local animals in need.

In lieu of gifts, the de Gorter family and friends raised $540, which she donated to the Cornelius Animal Shelter in support of its animal welfare and adoption programs.  The shelter has used her gift to buy food and supplies for animals. Read the full story

Two of these Crested Caracaras moved to the Carolina Raptor Center this week from Texas.

Carolina Raptor Center received two rehabilitated Crested Caracaras from the Last Chance Forever (LCF) raptor rehabilitation facility in San Antonio on Monday. The birds, who will become permanent residents at CRC, will be available for viewing beginning on Wednesday, Nov. 30 in their new enclosure on the Raptor Trail. Read the full story