8th North Carolina Week for Animals
April 2-10, 2016!
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The NC Week team is currently working with shelters and organizations across the entire state. Your ideas and suggestions are truly welcome as we all work together to build this exciting week designed to celebrate the amazing animals, people and communities of beautiful North Carolina. Contact us today!
We will be adding events up to and through the entire week!
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Ongoing
Thank you Ft. Bragg Working K-9's and their Handlers!
~An official North Carolina Week for the Animals event~
Fort Bragg
NC 28307
"Home of the Airborne"
Fort Bragg is known as the "Home of the Airborne and Special Operations Forces." Fort Bragg is the home for the XVIII Airborne Corps and the 82nd Airborne Division. The US Army Special Operations Command and the US Army Parachute Team (the Golden Knights) also call Fort Bragg home. God Bless Our Troops!
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Saturday, April 2nd 7:00 am- til
North Carolina Azalea Festival 5K/10k & 1 mile-Fun Walk
Try Sports Field
925 Town Center Drive Wilmington, NC 28405
North Carolina Azalea Festival 5K/10k & 1 mile-Fun Walk is an annual event hosted by the Cape Fear Volunteer Center. Kids, dogs, and costumes are welcome!
This event kicks off Azalea Festival week and is held on Saturday Mayfaire starting at the Try Sports Field. Check in time 7am, race begins 8am.
All proceeds from this event benefit the Cape Fear Volunteer Center Big Buddy Program. Big Buddy is a one-on-one mentoring program that matches “at-risk” youth ages 6-16 in New Hanover County and Brunswick County with positive adult role models. Youth are identified as “at-risk” due to the following circumstances: involvement with the juvenile justice system, excessive in-school and/or out-of-school suspensions, poor academic performance, and lack of positive role models. The Cape Fear Volunteer Center is a 501c3 and works to recruit and train volunteers, match volunteers with youth, offer support and guidance through case management, and provide monthly group activities.
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Saturday, April 2nd 8:00 am-12:00 noon
Chatham County Pet Adoptions! Save a life.
Chatham County Animal Shelter
725 County Landfill Road Pittsboro, NC 27312 919-542-7203.
Come out and save a life and take home your new best friend. See some of our loving adoptables. Time is of the essence. Our newest shelter arrivals, have usually 7 days or less after holding period. Help these babes find a home. : 725 County Landfill Road, west of Pittsboro off of US 64.
Ginny Jenrette, Front Office, ginny.jenrette@chathamnc.org
Krista Ritter, Shelter Manager, krista.ritter@chathamnc.org
Leigh Anne Garrard, Animal Services Director, Leighann.Garrard@chathamnc.org
SHELTER HRS: Shelter open to the public from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday and 8 am to 12 pm on Saturday PHONE: For info, pls call
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Saturday, April 2nd 8:00 am- 12:00 noon
The New Vance County Animal Shelter!
New Vance Shelter
165 Vance Academy Road Henderson, NC 27537 252-492-3136
Join us in raising funds for the NEW Vance County Animal Shelter. There will be raffles, professional photo sessions, food, games, a bounce house, hay rides, kid events, a kissing booth, ask the trainer, and more. Read heartwarming story on how this shelter is turning around. http://vancecountyanimalshelter.com/
vancepets@vancecounty.org
To Donate Money: http://www.youcaring.com/pet-expenses/vance-county-needs-a-new-animal-shelter/186485
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Saturday, April 2nd 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
SPCA 2016 K9-3 K Dog Walk & WOOFSTOCK
Create your team at the
SPCA 2016 K9-3K Dog Walk & Woofstock.
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
Regency Park Cary NC 27518 (919) 462-2025
Register NOW and get $10 OFF EACH registration with the early-bird
The SPCA of Wake County’s K9-3K Dog Walk & Woofstock is a benefit event to help homeless pets, plus a day of family-friendly, dog-friendly festivities. This annual event draws over 4,000 people and 1,000 dogs each year. More than 60 vendors and sponsors offer pet-related products, and participants enjoy food, music, demonstrations and contests. It’s fun for people of all ages and dogs love the opportunity to socialize, to sniff and to be sniffed. START HELPING PETS TODAY!
1- Register to participate with the TBR Team 2- Set a fundraising goal
3- Ask friends and family to sponsor you 4- Promote and share your efforts!
All the money raised at this event goes to support the work of the SPCA of Wake County. Being a part of this event is so much more than just a single day of fun. In fact, this event starts the moment you register and become an advocate and fundraiser to help homeless pets.
Triangle Beagles Has a Team! Join the walk because you love your pet and join the walk so other companion animals can have the chance to be loved the way you love and cherish yours. Your participation is so important! Did you know we are supported by donors, like you, who care about animals in need? You make this work possible. Thank you for being the difference in a homeless animal’s life. http://tribeagles.org/event/spca-2016-k9-3k-dog-walk-woofstock/
Put on your walking shoes, your rabbit shirt and some bunny ears and join us for the SPCA's K9-3K Dog Walk. Let's help them raise money to help animals in need while promoting the Bunny Buddy program. The walk is at a new location this year - Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Regency Park, Cary NC. There are usually food trucks at the event, so there is the option to stay for lunch in the park. Join our team! http://www.trianglerabbits.org/
Saturday, April 2nd 9:00 am -9:00 pm
Alley Cats and Angels Ladies Cat Adoption Day
Petsmart Midtown Commons Hinton Oaks Blvd.
Knightdale, NC 27545 (919) 266-1019
See all the adoptables and info & details! http://www.alleycatsandangels.org/
Alley Cats and Angels (Alley Cats) is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), all volunteer, foster home based, cat rescue dedicated to improving the lives of the stray, abandoned, and feral cats, as well as the overall reduction of homeless cats in the Triangle through our adoption, barn cat, and spay/neuter assistance programs.
Saturday, April 2nd 9:00 am – 10:00 am
New Hope Audubon Society Stream Watch
Harris Lake County Park 2112 County Park Drive New Hill, NC 27515
STREAM WATCH with the New Hope Audubon Society, Saturday, April 2nd. John Kent will lead a volunteer team conducting monthly water quality monitoring at several sites on New Hope Creek. If interested in participating, then please contact John at: jnkent25@gmail.com.
Note, because start time and place may change based on regular crew availability, new folks interested should send me an email by Wednesday, 3/30/16.
New Hope Audubon Society (NHAS) is the chapter of the National Audubon Society that serves Chatham, Durham, and Orange counties in central North Carolina--including Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Durham, Hillsborough, and Pittsboro.
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Saturday, April 2nd 10:00 pm-til afternoon
Canines for Service 2016 Walk & Dog Dash
HUGE MCRAE Park Shelters #5
1799 s College Wilmington, NC 28403
This FUN event is held annually to raise money and awareness for the programs and services of Canines for Service. The 2015 Walk & Dog Dash is the 9th annual event held in Wilmington, NC. What a fantastic organization! http://www.caninesforservice.org/
Lunch following the Walk provided by Mission BBQ! The Walk is approximately 1.5 miles around beautiful Hugh MacRae Park beginning between Shelters #5 and #6. The Dog Dash is an approximate 1.5 mile fun run with your best canine friend. There will be lots of activities!
This event is held annually to raise money and awareness for the programs and services of Canines for Service. The 2016 Walk & Dog Dash is the 10th annual event held in Wilmington, NC. It is a family and pet friendly event including a walk, dog dash, pet photographs, vendors and more.
For 2016 it is part of the "Save the Pups" Weekend April 1 - 3, 2016. It is a family and pet-friendly event including a walk, dog dash, pet photographs, vendors and more. information@caninesforservice.org Tel 910-362-8181
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Saturday, April 2nd 10:00 am 3:00 pm
Hounds 4 Heroes, Supporting Homes for Our Troops
Jamestown Park and Golf Course
7041 E. Fork Rd Jamestown, NC 27265 336-624-6912
This is a Pet Friendly walk/run event on April 2, 2016, where kids are encouraged to participate and bring their pet! If you don't have a pet, we will provide one from a local animal shelter. This event takes place at Jamestown Park Golf Course, which connects into the Bicentennial Greenway. There's even an option to walk/run Deep River trail, which courses along High Point City Lake. Pavilion #1 is reserved for this event.
There is a large playground, sand volleyball and basketball courts located next to the pavilion, which is open to the public, for plenty of fun after the event.
For more information, please call 336-624-6912 or email fundraisingfortroops@gmail.com http://www.bringfido.com/event/20301/
Admission: $25 adults & kids under 12 yrs free Benefiting: Homes for Our Troops
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Saturday, April 2nd 10:00 am - 12 noon
IRONDOG 5K Race & 1.5M Dog Walk
N.C. State Centennial Campus, Montieth Research Center
2410 Campus Shore Drive Raleigh, NC 27606
NC State IRONDOG is a charity that raises money for animals whose owners cannot afford their medical care. IRONDOG members raise pledges for completion of endurance athletic events. IRONDOG race registration fees and your generous donations are made directly to the fund and are used to sponsor selected cases of dogs and cats hospitalized at NC State's Veterinary Hospital at the College of Veterinary Medicine. Admission: $15-$30
Benefiting: http://www.ncstatevets.org/irondog/
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Saturday, April 2nd 10:00-am-3:00 pm
Sarge's Adoption Days
SARF Headquarters
256 Industrial Park Drive Waynesville, NC 28786 828-246-9050
Adoption days feature cats and dogs rescued from the Haywood County Animal Shelter and safely in foster care. They are all tested for heartworm and FeiV/FIV, given appropriate vaccinations and preventatives for heartworms, fleas and ticks and are spayed or neutered. Photos of available foster animals can be found on our Featured Pets page. http://www.sargeandfriends.org/events.html
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Saturday, April 2nd 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Asheville Humane Society Adoptions
Asheville Humane Society
14 Forever Friend Ln Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Asheville Humane Society has wonderful volunteers who dedicate their time to fostering animals in need. One of our greatest needs is fosters for kittens. If you'd like to learn more about caring for kittens as a foster family, please join us for this informational workshop.
Some of our kittens are in critical condition when they go home with foster families to recover and rest. This workshop will give you the tools to address some of these more difficult cases and help us save even more lives!
**If you are not a foster yet, you may fill out the foster application during the class. We always need more foster families! http://www.ashevillehumane.org/
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Saturday, April 2nd 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Paws Place Dog Rescue Meet & Greet at Zeetlegoos
Zeetlegoo's 1635 N Howe St, Southport, North Carolina 28461
Come out and be greeted by some adorable dogs from Paws Place. Paws Place Dog Rescue is more than just a no-kill shelter. Our goal is to find loving homes for every dog we rescue, no matter how long it takes. One life at a time. OUR MISSION
Paws Place is a no-kill, non-profit sanctuary dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and adoption of dogs. We operate entirely on donations, volunteers, and an unending love for animals. Upon arrival, each of our dogs is fully vetted and examined. Before they are available for adoption, they are spayed or neutered, given all age-appropriate vaccinations, started on heart-worm preventative, microchipped, and showered with love and affection. http://www.pawsplace.org/adoption/dogs/available/
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Saturday, April 2nd 10:30 am -4:00 pm
Catering to Cats and Dogs Adoptable Cats Meet n Greet
Petco
10017 Biddick Lane Huntersville, North Carolina 28078
See our adoptables on our website and come on out and meet us! Cats are shown from 10:30 to 3:30 and Dogs are shown from 11:00 to 2:00! And get the latest news. CTC&D is a feline and canine nurture center concerned for the well being and health of homeless cats, kittens, dogs & puppies in need of food, shelter and love. CTC&D takes abandoned and surrendered animals, places them into foster homes, ensures they have proper medical care, and adopts them out to permanent, loving homes. Visit http://www.c2cnd.org/
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Saturday (& thru Month of April ) 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Blue Ridge Humane Society 1/2 Cat Adoption Fee Special!
Animal Shelter 88 Centipede Lane
Hendersonville, NC 28792 Phone 828-685-7107
Announcing 1/2 off adoption fees for all adult cats for the month of April! We have some amazing cats looking for their new families, and starting tomorrow, you can bring home your own slice of feline heaven for $35. The reduced adoption fee still includes spay/neuter, microchip, vaccinations, dewormings, FIV/FeLV test, a month of free pet insurance and a free exam from participating vets. Check out all our available cats at www.blueridgehumane.org or come visit to see who you fall in love with! http://www.blueridgehumane.org/adoptions/
Please share! Shelter hours Tuesday - Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday - Sunday 10am - 5pm Closed Mondays
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Saturday, April 2nd 10:30 am-4:30 pm
The Animal Sanctuary at Poplar Grove
at Poplar Grove: Rescue, Rehabilitation, Education
Poplar Grove Plantation 10200 US Highway 17 N. Wilmington, NC 28411
Poplar Grove is humbled to be a rescue and foster site for neglected and abused farm animals and equines. We work diligently with law enforcement and rescue organizations, including the Cape Fear Equine Rescue. Our Animal Sanctuary was established to rescue, rehabilitate and protect the quality of life and well-being of abused, neglected or unwanted farm animals.
We offer care and a peaceful home, where our animals live in a safe, free-roaming well-maintained environment. Open 7 days a week. Call for special times & tours on Sunday. Visit http://www.poplargrove.org/
Saturday April 2nd 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
All Pets Considered Cat & Kitten Adoption Fair
with Triad, NC area Rescue Groups
All Pets Considered
2614 Battleground Ave. Greensboro, NC 27408
A pet adoption fair focusing on homeless cats and kittens fostered by reputable Triad, NC area rescue groups. Participants are: Tailless Cat Rescue; Sheets Pet Clinic Adoptions; Feline Friends of Ruff Love Rescue; Triad Independent Cat Rescue; and the SPCA of the Triad. Visit websites at http://www.taillesscatrescue.com/ http://www.triadspca.org/ Also visit http://www.felinefriendsnc.com/
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Saturday, April 2nd 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Monty's Home Meet & Greet
Trulie Dogs 8238 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28411
Come meet your next best friend and the wonderful folks at Monty's! Home.http://www.montyshome.org/partners/adorable-adoptables/
Inspired by the love and generous spirit of Monty – a once-in-a-lifetime therapy dog that succumbed to cancer on October 6, 2006 – Monty’s Home, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, currently serving Southeastern North Carolina.
Learn how to help .http://www.montyshome.org/how-to-help/
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Saturday, April 2nd 11:00 am-3:00 pm
Wake County Animal Center Unleashed Spring Fling!
NC State Fairgrounds 1025 Blue Ridge Rd Raleigh, NC 27607
Lots of rescue groups (including US!) with available pets for adoption. A HUGE doggie Easter egg hunt, raffles, prizes, a donation drive and MORE!
See loving adoptables https://pets.wakegov.com/
Saturday, April 2nd 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Pet Appreciation Day & Adoption Day
Pet Supermarket Sutton Square
6325 Falls of Neuse Rd Raleigh, NC 27615 (919) 878-7282
Pet Supermarket invites you and your furry friends out for our customer appreciation day. The event will be all day long but most of the rescue groups will be here 12-3. There will be several vendors including adoption groups, pet sitting, training, pet portraits, and more!
We will have fun games for kids and prizes they can win as well. There will be some fun activities for dogs as well. Keep checking back for updates! We hope to see you there! If you are a pet related vendor and would like to set up outside our store please contact for more detail. If the event is full we can always work out other weekends. ___________________________________________________
Saturday, April 2nd 11:00 am-2:00 pm
"Homeward Hound" Pet Adoptions for
Guilford County Animal Shelter
Camp Bow Wow 6207 Chimney Center Blvd Greensboro, NC 27409
(336) 323-3133
Pet Adoption event benefiting the Guilford County Animal Shelter to be held at Camp Bow Wow Greensboro. The Guilford County Animal Shelter is the only public shelter in Guilford County. We are operated by a non-profit organization the United Animal Coalition. The United Animal Coalition has operated the Guilford County Animal Shelter since 1998. All donations made to the Guilford County Animal Shelter are tax deductible. Shelter Hours of Operation: - Monday-Saturday: 12pm to 6pm - Sunday: 1pm to 5pm Phone: 336-297-5020 http://www.adoptshelterpets.org/
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Saturday, April 2nd 11:00 am-3:00 pm
Johnston County Animal Protection League Adoptions
PetSmart White Oak/Shenstone Blvd 265 Shenstone Boulevard
Garner, NC 27529 Phone (919) 773-0376
JCAPL Mission Statement – To promote animal welfare through: Advocacy
Protection Humane education Reduction of pet overpopulation
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Saturday, April 2nd 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Second Chance Adoption Center Cat Adoptathon
Second Chance 6003 Chapel Hill Road, Suite 133 Raleigh, NC 27607
Come out and adopt one of loving cats or kitties. Visit website at https://www.secondchancenc.org/adopt-a-pet/adopt-a-cat/
Second Chance's mission is to rescue abandoned and stray cats and dogs, provide excellent care for each pet and match each pet with the best home for its needs, in order to ensure a long lifetime of safety, love and companionship. Second Chance also encourages responsible pet ownership through education, advocacy, programs and services. http://www.secondchancenc.org/
Phone 919 851-8404 E-mail: secondchance@secondchancenc.org
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Saturday, April 2nd 11:00 am-4:00 pm
TARA Shelter Animals ( Tilted Acres Rescue & Adoptions) Cat Adoption Day & Cumberland Cty Cats
Petsmart 4721 Ramsey St. Fayetteville, NC 28311 (910) 853-7148
Friends FB https://www.facebook.com/CCACanimalfriends
Our mission is to advocate for, promote and support the animals in the Cumberland County Animal Shelter in order to decrease euthanasia rates and to promote responsible pet ownership. Come out and save a life!
See loving shelter adoptables and shelter hours. Animal Control
4704 Corporation Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28306 Phone: 910-321-6852 · Director: Dr. John Laubyhttp://www.co.cumberland.nc.us/animal_
Tilted Acres Rescue and Adoption, Inc. Dedicated to helping the homeless pets of central North Carolina. We are a non-profit, no-kill, foster based rescue committed to finding loving, permanent homes for the homeless animals of Hoke and Cumberland Counties and the surrounding areas.
Our adoption fee of $120 (any animal) includes spay or neuter, microchip, rabies vaccination, all other age appropriate vaccinations, and 30 days of free pet health insurance. http://tararescue.org/adoptable-pets.html
Saturday, April 2nd 11:00 am-2:00 pm
Lincoln County Animal Shelter Offsite Adoption Day
Petco
10017 Biddick Ln. Huntersville, NC 28078 (704) 895-7643
The mission of Animal Services is to promote and enforce the humane treatment of our animal population, rabies eradication, reducing animal euthanasia and controlling the pet population through a cooperative effort with the community and our Community Care Programs and volunteers. Mr Workman mgr. Shelter address. 50 John Howell Memorial Dr. Lincolnton, NC 28092 Ph: (704) 736-4125 Pls visit to see loving adoptables. http://www.lincolncounty.org/index.aspx?nid=702
Saturday, April 2nd 11:00 am- 3:00 pm
Paws Place Animal Rescue Meet n Greet
Mayfaire Town Centre Wilmington, North Carolina 28405
Come meet our loving adoptables today & Sunday! Paws Place Animal Rescue was organized as a no-kill, non-profit domestic animal rescue due to our founder's deeply felt desire to reduce the number of animals that were being euthanized annually in our county. https://www.facebook.com/pawsplace
Paw's Place is situated on five acres in Boiling Spring Lakes. Each dog is fully vetted upon its arrival. Before they are adopted they will have been spayed or neutered, given a rabies shot , started on heartworm preventative and microchipped. (910) 845-PAWS (7297) Visit http://www.pawsplace.org/
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Saturday, April 2nd 12:00 noon- 3:00 pm
Fayetteville Animal Protection Society Fundraiser
Dash of Chic Boutique
4411 Ramsey St, Ste 102, Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311
We hope that you and your friends can make it out to Dash of Chic Boutique Saturday for this fundraising event for the Fayetteville Animal Protection Society.
10% of all proceeds made on this day will be donated to FAPS & we will also be having a donation drive for items needed at the shelter. Please click on the link below for a full list of items needed. http://www.fapspet.org/#!inkinddonations/cm3i
Adoptable puppies will also be making an appearance at Dash of Chic between 12-3! **FAPS does not do on site adoptions as all adopters must go through an interview process** https://www.facebook.com/fapspet/
Saturday, April 2nd 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Second Chance Pet Adoptions Cat Adoptathon
Second Chance Pet Adoptions 6003 Chapel Hill Road, Suite 133
Raleigh, NC 27607
Second Chance Pet Adoptions is the oldest no-kill rescue organization in Wake County. At Second Chance, our mission is to champion homeless cats and dogs who are healthy or treatable in the quest to find their forever home and engage with our community to promote responsible pet ownership-ultimately reducing future generations of homeless animals. Website: http://www.secondchancenc.org
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Saturday, April 2nd 12 noon-6:00 pm
Tri-County Animal Rescue Adoptions
Gastonia PetSmart 3698 East Franklin Boulevard Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 824-5010
If you are looking for an addition to your family, please come out and meet these girls this weekend. Other available pets will be at the Gastonia PetSmart located at 3698 East Franklin Boulevard this Friday from 6-9 pm, Saturday noon to 6 pm and Sunday 2-5 pm. Tri-County Animal Rescue, INC. touches the lives of thousands of people and their pets every year. Your charitable donation helps us continue the critical hands-on work we do for the animals that are a part of our rescue each day. Loving Adoptables. http://www.tcar.us/pick-me.html
Saturday, April 2nd Call for time
Pawfect Match Rescue Adoptions
Pawfect Match
PO Box 171 Holly Springs, NC 27540
At Pawfect Match Rescue we believe that ALL dogs deserve a second chance regardless of their breed or age. We take a different approach to rescue. We don’t try to save the masses; we just save ONE at a time and make them the best dog they can be by the time they find their forever homes. phone (919) 522-1307
By that we mean that we take them into our homes where they live amongst us and our pets and are treated as one of the family, not as a foster dog. We accomplish this by limiting our fosters to one or two per household. pawfectmatch@gmail.com Website http://www.pawfectmatch.org/info/
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Saturday, April 2nd 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Charlies' Angels' Adoption Day
Charlie's Angels Animal Rescue
5526 Hendersonville Road Fletcher, NC 28732
Come out and meet your new best friend(s). We have some loving animals waiting for their forever homes. Charlie’s Angels Animal Rescue began as commitment to rescue animals from the high-kill animal shelter in Transylvania County. In 2008 records show that 71% of the animals brought to the Transylvania County animal shelter were euthanized. By 2009, 80% were being saved thanks in large part to the efforts of the CAAR volunteers. It is only getting better every year!
What began as a small group of volunteers has evolved into one of the leading animal rescue groups in western North Carolina and now rescues adoptable animals in Transylvania, Henderson, and Buncombe Counties. Since it's inception in 2009 CAAR has saved nearly 1,100 animals from certain death and has established networks with other rescue groups throughout the eastern US. Monday/Wednesday/Friday 11:00 am - 4:00 pm.
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Saturday, April 2nd 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
"Bark in the Park"
Charlotte 49ers Baseball with Your Dog!
Robert and Mariam Hayes Stadium
8711 Phillips Rd Charlotte, NC 28223
Bring your dog out to Robert and Mariam Hayes Stadium and catch a college baseball game between Southern Miss and the Charlotte 49ers! Admission is $5 and free for fido! Dog owners will have the opportunity to bring their furry friend to the game and hang out with other dog lovers on the grassy hillside on the first base side of the stadium, as well as participate in contests and a post-game dogs run the bases. Fans bringing their dog to the game must complete the registration information below. Tickets for the game are $5 for the general public and UNC Charlotte student admission is free with a valid student ID.
To purchase tickets in advance contact the 49ers Athletic Ticket Office at 704.687.4949. Please note that adverse weather conditions can affect the start time of the game. For updates, check Charlotte49ers.com. For more info, please contact Kelli Eklund at kelli.eklund@uncc.edu http://www.charlotte49ers.com/
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Saturday, April 2nd ongoing
Check out the North Carolina Pit Bull Rescue Orgs
Carolina Care Bullies- CCB -is 501(c)3 non-profit organization made up of between 25 – 30 foster homes. CCB’s foster families span the entire state of North Carolina, predominantly in the Charlotte, Triad, and Triangle areas. See Pit Bull Rescues
AniMall Pet Adoption & Outreach Center has adoptions and is a locally-run, independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization. AniMall offers rescues & shelters a place to showcase their adoptable animals inside a public mall to increase their chances for adoption. Contact 919-779-3813 http://www.animall.org
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Ongoing
Adopt and Save a Life! Transport
North Carolina Animal Shelters:
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Saturday, April 2nd 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Alley Cats & Angels Adoption Day
PetSmart 220 Hinton Oaks Blvd Knightdale, NC 27545
Come out and adopt one of our angels. Alley Cats and Angels (AC&A) is is dedicated to improving the lives of the stray, abandoned, and feral cats and the overall reduction of homeless cats in the Triangle.
Alley Cats and Angels' adoption program places cats and kittens into indoor-only homes. http://www.alleycatsandangels.org/
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Saturday, April 2nd 6:30 til
Triangle Vegetarian & Vegan Meetup
Solterra Vegan Potluck - Durham
Solterra Common House 98 Solterra Way Durham, NC 27705
A group for vegetarians and vegans (and the veg-curious) to meet, share food ideas, socialize & eat some great veg food! We meet at different veg-friendly restaurants & have a bimonthly vegan potluck (on the 3rd Saturday). We have various other events, so keep your eyes on the calendar!We also have a message board where we share information and answer each others questions! Learn how tobecome involved!http://www.meetup.com/triangleveg/
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Saturday, April 2nd 7:00 pm- 11:00 pm
Coastal Animal Rescue Effort (CARE) Pawty of the Year
The Terraces 1826 Sir Tyler Dr
Wilmington, NC 28405 CARE phone (910) 256-2624
The 5th annual CARE event is going to be a blast Music, Food, Fun, Dancing!!Don’t miss out!! The World's Shortest Live Auction. Check it out! 2016 AUDI Q5 Raffle! Visit http://www.carewilmington.org/events/
This will be a great event with lots of live auction packages that include Disney World vacation, A full pet care package, A trip to Boston with box seats to the Red Sox and more. Follow the event on Facebook to see what great items will be available.
While there are many excellent non-profit groups in our community that rescue and re-home dogs and cats, they lack the funds and facilities to treat and injured or ill pet until it is well enough to be placed up for adoption. That is why Atlantic Animal Hospital established the Coastal Animal Rescue Effort apart from other rescue organizations. The mission of C.A.R.E. is to treat these needy animals, restore their health, find them loving new homes. http://www.carewilmington.org/index.html
Sunday,April 3rd 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Mass O’ Danes RALEIGH
Lafayette Village 8450 Honeycutt Road Raleigh, NC 27615
Pet Adoptions Day. Please see some of the available Great Danes (WOW) ....visit http://greatdanefriends.com/category/available-dogs/
Great Dane Friends of Ruff Love was started by a group of volunteers dedicated to saving Danes and other dogs, especially one’s that may be passed up by other rescues due to special needs. We are an extension of Ruff Love Rescue, a 501(c)(3) non profit based in Thomasville NC.
Great Dane Friends helps people to:
Determine the right breed for their lifestyle. Find healthy, compatible dogs who fit their wants and needs. Find new homes for dogs whose families can no longer keep them. Provide all necessary medical care to return the Dane to good health.
Ck out the great website and learn more about the unique Great Danes. http://greatdanefriends.com/about/
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Sunday, April 3rd Ongoing, see calendar
Coalition to Unchain Dogs
The Coalition has grown to include 4 chapters in North Carolina: (Durham, Raleigh, Charlotte, and Orange County) ! Read and vist website to see the awesome work they are doing! Want to get started in your area? Download our "How to Build a Fence" PDF. Watch our "How to Build a Fence" video.
If you are interested in starting a chapter in your area, please contact Amanda Arrington at director@unchaindogs.net Website http://www.unchaindogs.net/
The Coalition has been building free fences for dogs in the Triangle area since March of 2007, providing free spay/neuter for every dog we build a fence for. In April, 2011, we freed our 1,000th dog from life on a chain, and we have inspired the formation of similar fence-building groups all over the country.
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Sunday, April 3rd 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Juliet's House Animal Rescue-Cat Adoption Day
PetSmart Lawndale Crossing Shopping Center 2641 Lawndale Dr.
Greensboro, NC 27408
Adult cats and kittens available for adoption. All animals have been spayed or neutered and have had all required immunizations Adoption Fee: 45.00 (each adoption includes a PetSmart coupon book for pet food, toys and other supplies)
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Ongoing See scheduled times
Triangle Vegan Social Club Events
Different locations Durham, NC 27712
The Triangle Vegan Social Club provides a forum for vegans to meet, greet, eat, and socialize! This group is for vegans, aspiring vegans, and anyone interested in learning more about plant-based living. http://www.meetup.com/Triangle-Vegan-Social-Club/
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Sunday April 3rd 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Mass O’ Danes Charlotte
Promenade (Starbuck's)
5349 Ballantyne Commons Parkway
Promenade on Providence, Charlotte, NC 28277
Pet Adoptions Day. Please see some of the available Great Danes (WOW) ....visit http://greatdanefriends.com/category/available-dogs/
Great Dane Friends of Ruff Love was started by a group of volunteers dedicated to saving Danes and other dogs, especially one’s that may be passed up by other rescues due to special needs. We are an extension of Ruff Love Rescue, a 501(c)(3) non profit based in Thomasville NC.
Great Dane Friends helps people to:
Determine the right breed for their lifestyle. Find healthy, compatible dogs who fit their wants and needs. Find new homes for dogs whose families can no longer keep them. Provide all necessary medical care to return the Dane to good health.
Ck out the great website and learn more about the unique loving Great Danes. http://greatdanefriends.com/about/
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Sunday, April 3rd 12:30 pm- 3:30 pm
SPCA of the Triad Adoption Fair!
Petco 4217 Wendover Avenue Greensboro, NC 27407 (336) 294-2681
Join us for a pet adoption fair. Each week we will have adoptable animals for you to meet. You may just meet your new best friend! We will be providing dog washes for cash and $1-$2 from all food sales comes back to the SPCA! Dog adoptions too!
Join us EVERY Sunday at the Petco Costco Shopping Center). We have adoptable puppies and kitties to "show off" as well as members of our staff if you have any questions. Petco has been donating food and other goodies to us for years and we truly appreciate their support! Sign up to volunteer if these hours work for you- we could really use the help! The more volunteers we have, the more animals benefit.
The SPCA of the Triad is a 501(c)3 non-profit animal rescue organization, dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of abused, neglected and injured animals. We have three missions in the Triad Community: The rescue of animals, the education of the community and an aggressive spay/neuter program. http://www.triadspca.org/
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Sunday, April 3rd 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
Guilford County Animal Shelter Adoption Fair
PetSmart
Lawndale Crossing Shopping Center
2641 Lawndale Dr Greensboro, NC 27408 (336) 545-6225
Adoption Fair being held at PetSmart on Lawndale Dr. You will see some wonderful dogs here today. Stop by and meet them. Donations welcome!
The Guilford County Animal Shelter is the only public shelter in Guilford County. We are operated by a non-profit organization the United Animal Coalition. The United Animal Coalition has operated the Guilford County Animal Shelter since 1998. All donations made to the Guilford County Animal Shelter are tax deductible.
The United Animal Coalition is a professional, caring organization devoted to saving the lives of lost, abandoned and surrendered animals of Guilford County, N.C. We strive to humanely care for all the animals and work diligently to return lost animals to their owners. We are committed to making every adoption of every animal a positive, permanent experience for both the animals and the pet owner. Pls visit http://www.adoptshelterpets.org/
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Sunday,April 3rd 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Cat Adoption Team--Adoption Day!
PetSmart
4715 New Centre Drive Wilmington, NC 28405
We are located in PetSmart and adoption hours are Mon-Fri 5:30-6:30 pm and Sat and Sun 1-4. PetSmart is in the Target shopping center). NOTES: Adopters will need a pet carrier in order to take any adopted cats out of the store (this is Petsmarts policy, no exceptions!). We can only accept cash or checks for the adoption fee. http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NC55.html
CAT ADOPTION TEAM - Phone: 910-792-9014 (voice-mail box only - please leave us a message!). General Information Email: catadoptionteam@hotmail.com
PayPal Donations & Animal Pledges should be sent to: jwheeler1@ec.rr.com
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Sunday, April 3rd 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Paw Prints Animal Rescue Cat Adoption Event
PetSmart
Capital Blvd and Millbrook Raleigh, NC 27616
(PPAR) is an all volunteer nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing the population of homeless cats, kittens, dogs and puppies by maintaining two programs -- a Rescue and Adoption Program and a Feral Cat Management Program. Individual donations are our most important source of income as we receive no public funding. Also we are pleased to launch our new program, Spay It Forward Paw Prints! Visit website http://www.pawprintsrescue.org/
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Sunday, April 3rd 1:00pm 3:00pm
Vaccine Clinic & Meet the Breed, Carolina Boxer
Raleigh Community Animal Hospital
1108 Dresser Court Raleigh, NC, 27609
COMMUNITY CONNECTION Program Kick-Off. Our Community Connections events feature a local rescue group that is doing great work for our four legged friends. Mikki Hogan is leading this event at this brand new veterinary office. There will be a vaccine clinic going on as well as a meet the breed table for CBR! Come out and join us! Proceeds benefit CBR!
Carolina Boxer mission: To balance the health, safety, and welfare needs of Boxers in the Carolinas (and parts of Virginia) by providing a loving and safe environment for stray, abused, impounded and owner surrendered dogs by placing them in foster homes and ultimately - forever homes. (See the awesome website at http://www.carolinaboxerrescue.org/
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Sunday, April 3rd 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Pitt County Animal Shelter Open House
& Adoption Day
Open House
4550 County Home Road Greenville, NC 27858
(Right next to the Farmer's Market)
Petsmart Adoption day 600 Greenville Boulevard Southeast
Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 756-7706
Rabies and microchipping clinics, Shelter adoptions and tours, Games and door prizes.Refreshments provided, Pets welcome (must be on leash or in carrier). Note we don't have a bldg/location. Also at Petsmart today.http://www.pittfriends.com/
Another of Pitt Friend's missions is to make the public aware about heartworms, heartworm disease and heartworm prevention.
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Sunday, April 3rd 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Triangle Beagle Rescue of NC Rescue Event
AniMall at Cary Towne Center
1105 Walnut St Cary, NC 27511
See the beagle beauties. http://www.tribeagles.org/dogs Triangle Beagle Rescue (aka TriBeagles or TBR) is a breed-specific beagle rescue in the Triangle (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill) area of North Carolina. We are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and are an all volunteer organization run by a Board of Directors.
We do not have a shelter facility and operate solely out of foster homes.
Mary Smith 919-555-1212 Visit http://www.tribeagles.org/
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Sunday, April 3rd 2:30 pm -til
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
'Meet the Animals'
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
11 West Jones St. Raleigh, NC 2760
From alligators to opossums, come face-to-face with a new animal each week.
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is the largest museum of its kind in the Southeast.
Through our exhibits, programs and field experiences, we provide visitors with opportunities to get up close and personal with science and nature.
Mon–Sat: 9 am–5 pm Sun: 12 pm–5 pm Telephone: 919.707.9800
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Monday, April 4th 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Humane Society of Catawba County Microchipping Monday Madness
Humane Society of Catawba County
3224 20th Ave SE. Hickory, NC 28602
$15 Monday Microchip Madness! Every Monday microchips are only $15.00 (normally $25.00 – a savings of 40%) http://www.catawbahumane.org/
Phone 828.464.8878 http://www.catawbahumane.org/
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Monday- Thursday Monday April 4th 7:30 am til
Forsyth Low Cost Spay Neuter & Vaccine Clinic
Forsyth Spay Neuter Clinic 2780 West Mountain St.
Kernersville, NC 27284
Surgeries: By appointment only:Monday 7:30 - 5 p.m., Tuesday 7:30 - 5 p.m, Wednesday 7:30 - 5 p.m, Thursday-9:00-12:00 p.m, Friday - Closed.
Hours Vaccine Clinic: THURSDAYS from 9 am-12 noon. First come, first served. No appointment needed Thursday - 9:00-12:00 p.m.
Kernersville NC is a great small community that is between Winston-Salem and Greensboro. You can get to either in about 20 minutes and lots to do there!
The Forsyth Spay Neuter Clinic, provides low cost, high quality spay and neuter surgeries and vaccines for domestic and feral cats and dogs. We average 7800-8000 surgeries per year. Our mission will reduce the unwanted pet overpopulation and promote animal health and safety to the community. Phone: 336-723-7550
Email: forsythspayneuter@live.com
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Monday, April 4th 9:o0 am til
Watauga County Public Library Book Display
for NC Week for the Animals!
Watauga County Public Library 140 Queen Street Boone, NC 28607
Thanks to wonderful Lisa in Youth Services for creating a book display for NC Week for the Animals 2015. Check with Youth Services to see when Leo is returning to the Library aftert the winter break. Visit the library for all kinds of animal and pet books.
Reading is the greatest adventure you will ever take!
Read to 'Leo the Therapy Dog'
Leo, a Burmese Mountain Dog, is a great listener and provides children with a sense of comfort while reading. Children can boost reading skill and confidence by reading to him. Please sign up, limited to three 15 minutes sessions. Phone 828.264.8784
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Monday, April 4th 10:00 am- 11:30 pm
Asheville Humane Society Ambassador Class
Asheville Humane Society
4 Forever Friend Lane Asheville, NC 28806
Contact us learn more. We rescue, reunite, rehabilitate and re-home more than 5,500 homeless animals each year in our community. Over 25 years ago in 1984, a group of brave and dedicated private citizens uncovered inhumane practices in the public pound and persuaded the County to give their private organization (then Buncombe County Friends for Animals) the responsibility for animal related operations. Become involved. For more information, visit http://www.ashevillehumane.org/events-and-news.php
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Monday, April 4th 1:00 pm-4:00 pm (See hrs below)
Harnett County Animal Shelter
New Spay & Neuter Program & Low Cost Vouchers
Harnett County AC 1100 McKay Place Lillington, NC 27546
Animal Services starts our new spay and neuter program on March 3, 2015. The cost will be $70.00 for spay/neuter voucher to be use at any participating veterinarians, in addition to the $30.00 Adoption fee and the $6.00 Rabies vaccination. The spay and neuter voucher is good for all dogs and male cats 6 months and older only!
Shelter is open for Public Adoptions & Drop Offs on: Mon, Tues, Th & Fri: 1 pm - 4 pm Shelter is open for Public Adoptions Only on: Saturday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Website http://www.harnett.org/ac/ Phone 910-814-2952
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Tuesday, April 5th 8:30 am- 12 noon
Mecklenburg Audubon field trip
Birding at Colonel Francis Beatty Park
Audubon North Carolina
400 Silver Cedar Court Suite 240 Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Phone: 919-929-3899
This under birded park in Matthews has woods, open areas and a large lake. Meet at 8:30 AM at the lake at the end of the main park road. 1/2 Day • Easy • Contact: Tom Ledford tledford1207@gmail.com http://meckbirds.org/trips/trips.html#beatty03
Mecklenburg Audubon field trips are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Please remember to contact the Field Trip Leader to let him/her know you are coming. This will insure that you are notified of any changes in meeting locations/times and/or cancellations. Plus it is less likely they will leave without you. Please read our Bird Walk guidelines. http://www.meckbirds.org/
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Tuesday, April 5th 12 noon-4:30 pm
Cabarrus County Animal Shelter
Cabarrus County Animal Shelter 244 Betsy Carpenter Place
Concord, NC 28025 Phone: (704) 920-3288
The public can view all adoptable animals on our website. We strongly encourage those interested in adopting to come in, get to know the animals, experience their personalities and open yourself to unexpected opportunities. Our trained staff will work with you to determine what pet is best for you and your lifestyle. Pls visit https://animalshelter.cabarruscounty.us/adopt
Shelter Hours 12 noon- 4:30 Monday through Friday.
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Tuesday, April 4th All day
Sign up for SPCA of Wake County's K9-3K
Pet Adoption Center 200 Petfinder Lane Raleigh, NC 27603
The SPCA of Wake County 3K is April 18th. See all the stuff you can do to sign up and have fun leading to the event. The guiding mission statement of the SPCA of Wake County remains as relevant now as it was when it was written in 1967: To protect, shelter and promote the adoption of homeless animals; to provide education about responsible pet ownership and to reduce pet overpopulation through spay/neuter programs. Visit our website http://www.spcawake.org/
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Ongoing 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Helping Paws International©/™ B.A.R.K.S. ©/™Program
(Bonding Animal, Reading, Kids, & Safety)©/™
Reading Assistance Dogs
Reading sessions
Various NC Locations
These reading sessions are for the students only.
No outside observation without prior permission from the school and Helping Paws.
Helping Paws International is a therapy and assistance animal training & certification organization headquartered in Raleigh, NC. Helping Paws has partnered with NC Schools since 2002 to use our highly trained and certified therapy dog teams to assist children (including autistics) with their reading & learning difficulties, and/or communication and interpersonal skills by providing a furry B.A.R.K.S. Book Buddy© in a non-threatening, loving, fun environment. Helping Paws also helps the children to learn the humane care and training of their own pets.
Additionally, Helping Paws trains every students and faculty member in the schools how to safe around pets at home and in public by presenting programs on how to read dog body language and what to do when approached by a strange dog.
Helping Paws’ has been able to document that children in our BARKS program finish the year reading an average of 1 to 3 grades above starting level. One student even tested 2 grades level higher after only 8-weeks in the B.A.R.K.S. program. B.A.R.K.S. ©/™ students also show improvement in class participation and grades; increased self-confidence and self-esteem and work better with teachers and classmates verses control groups. Helping Paws’ B.A.R.K.S. program is also use to work with adults (especially stroke patients) experiencing learning, communication, and interpersonal problems. Please visit our website at: www.helpingpawsintl.org
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Adopt and Save a Life! North Carolina Animal Shelters:
North Carolina Animal/Pet Transport
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Tuesday, April 5th 6:00 pm -8:30 pm
SPCA of Wake County New Volunteer Orientation
SPCA of Wake County
200 Petfinder Lane Raleigh, NC 27603
**Event at SPCA Curtis Dail Pet Adoption Center
Attending this Volunteer Orientation is a requirement for adults to become SPCA volunteers. As a volunteer you will be an ambassador of the SPCA and we want you to be knowledgeable about our procedures and programs.
The Volunteer Orientation includes an overview of the SPCA as an organization and the adoption facility, a review of the volunteering opportunities, information on scheduling volunteer tasks, and additional training requirements. Additional task training may be required prior to volunteering. It is requested that you plan on volunteering for a minimum of 25 hours per year.
The SPCA holds orientation sessions twice a month. Sign up to attend online. You will receive an e-mail confirming your space at the training. If you cannot make it, please let us know by signing back into this event to cancel your space.
Check out our volunteer opportunities For info, visit http://www.spcawake.org/
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Tuesday, April 5th 7:00 pm til
" Project Puffin: Bringing Atlantic Puffins Back to
Egg Island"
Reuter Center at UNCA
1 Campus View Rd, Asheville, NC 28804
EMAS will offer a special program this spring, in addition to our regular 3rd Tuesday of the month programs. The National Audubon Society initiated Project Puffin to restore the Atlantic Puffin to historic nesting islands in the Gulf of Maine. Derrick Jackson, co-author of a book on the project, will describe how this four-decade quest helped save birds around the world and raised fresh questions about preserving birds in the face of new threats, most notably, climate change. All EMAS programs are free and open to the public. We'll meet in the Reuter Center at UNCA on Tuesday, April 5 at 7:00 p.m. Everyone loves a Puffin! Please mark your calendars and plan to join us!
Visit http://emasnc.org/
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Wednesday, April 6th 8:00 am-12 noon
Humane Society of Charlotte
CRITTER CARE Wellness Clinic-----Low Cost
Humane Society of Charlotte 2700 Toomey Ave. Charlotte, NC 28203
704.377.0534
Don’t miss this great opportunity to take care of your furry family member’s annual vaccines at our CRITTER CARE WELLNESS WEDNESDAY Low-cost Clinic each week. 8am-12n on Wednesdays. Ck out low prices. See adoptables. Visit website http://humanesocietyofcharlotte.org/events/test_event_01/
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Through Week All year
North Carolina Department of Correction
"A New Leash on Life"
“A New Leash on Life” is a program that allows minimum and medium custody state prisons to partner with local animal shelters, animal welfare agencies, and/or private non-profit agencies to train dogs in preparation for their adoption. In turn, the inmates are given a chance to serve the community by training dogs to be well-behaved pets.
Each prison facility partners with a local partner or sponsor, a volunteer animal trainer, and local merchants or civic organizations that can support the program with needed supplies and services.
Selected dogs are placed with inmate trainers in a prison setting for eight to twelve weeks. The inmates teach basic obedience, house training, and socialization through positive reinforcement and repetition. Dogs are taught to walk on and off the leash and to respond to basic commands.
“A New Leash on Life” operates at these facilities. For more information on adoption of the dogs, please contact the participating community partners.
Amazingly enough, they partner with 20 prisons!
Check out and scroll website: http://www.doc.state.nc.us/dop/program/leash.htm
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Tuesday, April 5th 7:00 pm til
NC Museum of Natural Sciences hosts David Sibley -
'Sibley Birds East'
NC Museum of Natural Sciences 11 W Jones St Raleigh, NC 27601
Few people know birds like David Sibley, whose guides are the bibles of the birding world. The birding guide expert himself joins us on Tuesday, April 5, at 7 pm for The Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Eastern North America (2nd edition). Now completely revised and updated, this compact and comprehensive guide features 650 bird species, plus regional populations, found east of the Rocky Mountains. There will be a discussion and signing with a video presentation.
This event is at the co-sponsor, the NC Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones St, Raleigh. The event is in the museum auditorium, where displays and local ornithologists will also be available. There is ample free parking at the Museum after 5 pm. Admission is free. Receive a ticket for the signing line with the QRB purchase of Birds of Eastern North America.
A book purchase does not guarantee a seat in the auditorium for the program. Please plan to arrive early at the auditorium. http://www.quailridgebooks.com/
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Wednesday, April 6th 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Grandfather Mountain Nature Center
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway Linville, NC 28646
Wow! Glimpse a cougar in its natural mountain habitat. No need to run the other way.
Take a walk on Grandfather Mountain, and you’re likely to spot squirrels, songbirds and other forest animals. But what about the more elusive wildlife? It only takes a visit to our seven environmental habitats to see cougars (which no longer live in the wild on Grandfather Mountain), white-tailed deer, black bears, bald eagles and river otters. Observing these animals up close in their native settings, it’s easy to imagine what it would be like to come face-to-face in the wild. The Grandfather Mountain Nature Museum has more than 24 excellent exhibits designed to educate guests about the natural history of Grandfather Mountain and surrounding region. Visit all weeklong.
The principal designer of the exhibits for the Grandfather Mountain Nature Museum was Dr. Rolland Hower, former Chief of Natural History Exhibits for the Smithsonian Institution. Events are included with park admission. For more information, please call 800-468-7325 or 828-733-2013. Visit http://www.grandfather.com/
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Wednesday, April 6th 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Humane Society of Charlotte
CRITTER CARE WELLNESS WEDNESDAY Low Cost Clinic!
HSC Spay/Neuter Clinic 2646 Toomey Avenue Charlotte, NC 28203
Don’t miss this great opportunity to take care of your furry family member’s annual vaccines at our CRITTER CARE WELLNESS WEDNESDAY Low-cost Clinic each week. For questions about our clinic, contact our Spay/Neuter Clinic at 704.333.4130. – Dog Spay (Female): $75 – Dog Neuter (Male): $60
– Cat Spay (Female): $50 – Cat Neuter (Male): $30
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Wednesday, April 6th call for time
Harnett Animal Welfare Coalition (HAWC)
Spay/Neuter Transport/Clinic
HAWC
PO Box 1324 Lillington, NC 27546
Scheduled spay/neuter clinic for transport to Spay Neuter Clinic of the Sandhills. For details, see http://harnettawc.org/programsservices/santa/ or call (910)808-1550.
Harnett Animal Welfare Coalition (HAWC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization formed to build a community partnership for the benefit of our county’s animals. A proactive partnership between our residents, county agencies, county leaders and advocacy/humane groups is the key to eliminating our unwanted animal population and ensuring a humane environment for our county’s animals.
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Wednesday, April 6th 12:00 noon - 3:00 pm
Hope Animal Rescue @ Duke University
Duke University - Bryan Center
125 Science Drive Durham, North Carolina 27705
Come relieve some stress, pet some dogs, and support animal adoption. Krispy Kreme donuts will be sold for $1 each, with donations accepted through Flex for HOPE Animal Rescue. Hope Animal Rescue is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to saving shelter pets in NC. https://www.facebook.com/HopeAnimalRescue/timeline
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Wednesday, April 6th Contact on How to Become Involved
Project Pets – Spay, Neuter, Love
Project Pets -Spay, Neuter, Love
1852 Banking St. 9163 Greensboro, N.C. 27408
Project Pet’s mission is to reduce the number of pets ending up in kill shelters by promoting owner responsibility and offering very low cost or free spay/neuter. We also help assist rescues and work with local shelters.
Project Pets: Spay, Neuter, Love is a 501C-3 Non Profit dedicated to helping lower the homeless pet population. Project Pets helps owners be more responsible so that their pets live healthier. Lack of funding should not stop people caring for their companion animals. Project Pets depends totally on your donations. We are all volunteers. Every nickel goes to help the animals. http://spayneuterlove.com/
Wednesday, April 6th 5:30 pm til
Saving Grace Animals for Adoption Volunteer Orientation
Saving Grace 13400 Old Creedmoor Rd Wake Forest, NC 27587
We are always looking for volunteers for a variety of shifts: day, afternoon, and bedtime, seven days a week. Interested and want to learn more? Then come join us for an orientation session where you can see the grounds and get a feel for what is involved with being a Saving Grace Volunteer:) To "rsvp", please visit our website and submit a completed volunteer application. Staff will then contact you with further details. Hope to see you on the Funny Farm! Please contact us via email or call (919) 518-1180. Website savinggracenc.org
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Wednesday, April 6th Ongoing /Call phone below
Hope for Horses
SOS... Foster Homes Needed Immediately!
Hope for Horses 584 North Turkey Creek Road Leicester, NC 28748
Due the overwhelming request for donations of horses and the shortage of adoptive homes currently, we are in dire need of finding responsible foster homes. We understand that not everyone is in a position to become a permanent adopter so we are looking for individuals that may be in a position financially and logistically to provide a safe and secure environment for even a short term of several months.
Hope for Horses would ask that you be willing to sign a foster care contract that clearly spells out the expectations for both parties. Safe fencing, suitable shelter, storage for feed and appropriate supervision are the main things we look for as with our adopters. If there is a possibility that you may be interested in making a difference, please contact us via email at hopeforhorses@aol.com Or give us a call at 828-683-0160.
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Sundays Ongoing See calendar 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue Pet Adoptions
PetSmart 150 Bleachery Blvd Asheville, NC 28805
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue is a No Kill organization based in Asheville, North Carolina and was founded in 2007 to provide the resources and life saving programs to build a No Kill community. (828) 505-3440 Adopt http://www.bwar.org/adopt/
As a grassroots organization, BWAR operates a one-of-a-kind adoption center that is open to the public 365 days a year making it easy to adopt, volunteer, and become involved in our No Kill mission. For more information email volunteer@bwar.org or call 828-423-2954. http://www.bwar.org/events
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Ongoing
United States Equine Rescue League
See website for various regions
The United States Equine Rescue League (USERL) is a non-profit orgn dedicated to the compassionate care of equines. Our mission is to save, protect, and rehabilitate equines in need.
We rescue abused, neglected, or abandoned equines; provide them with care and rehabilitation; and finally find them a compatible, loving home. We believe that education is the long-term solution to improving the lives of equines. Website is http://www.userl.org/USERL-Regions.html Email contact info@userl.org
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Thursday, April 7th 8:00 am -9:00 am drop off
Avery Humane Society
FREE Spay & Neuter for Avery County Residents**
Very low cost for out of county residents!
Avery Humane Society 1824 Stamey Branch Road Newland, NC 28657
We currently are offering FREE spay & neuters for Avery County residents ** on SS, Medicaid and/or food stamps -thanks to a generous and compassionate benefactor. We will continue this awesome promotion until funds run out. Call us for discounted spay and neuter clinics available every Thursday. All you have to do is call for an appointment. Wonderful staff!
Prices are as follows. Male Cats-Neuter $35. Male Dogs $50. Rabies shots are required for $8 if your pet has not already had one. Other shots and nail trims available upon request. Avery email adoptapet@vol.com
On your appointment date bring your pet to our shelter between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. Then come back on Friday to pick them up between 9:45 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.
Call 828-733-6312 for an appointment. Visit http://www.averyhumane.org/
Note. Newland is near Boone, NC right across Tennessee border.
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Thursday, April 7th 11:00 am- 5:00 pm
SPCA of the Triad Pet Pantry
SPCA of the Triad
3163 Hines Chapel Road Greensboro, NC 27405
We offer resources to the Triad community that help keep pets with their parents.
One of those resources is our pet food pantry, offered the first Thursday of every month. We require that all pets are spayed/neutered and that all pets are up to date on important shots, especially rabies. (336) 375 - 3222 Pls email: triadspcainfo@gmail.com http://www.triadspca.org/contact-us.html
Visit our website to learn how to help animals and have fun at the same time!
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Thursday, April 7th 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saving Grace
Monster Mutt Truck Appearance Meet and Greet
Townridge Shopping Centre
Glenwood Avenue Raleigh, NC 27612
Join us for Monster Mutt Truck Appearance and Saving Grace Dog Meet & Greet From 3-7pm a Monster Mutt Truck will be at Townridge Shopping Center on and we will have some adoptable dogs there too. What a fun event for the whole family - we hope you'll join us! Check our loving adoptable dogs at Saving Grace http://savinggracenc.org/dogs/index.php
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Thursday, April 7th 6:30 pm til
Wilmington Vegan's Italian Potluck!
Kitchen & Lounge at South Front Apartments
1400 S 2nd St Wilmington, NC 28401
Let's get together and enjoy anything and everything Italian inspired. Bring your favorite vegan Italian dish such as spaghetti squash, zucchini pasta, eggplant parm, mozzarella sticks, bruschetta, gnocchi, garlic bread, pizza, risotto, fettuccine, penne, noodles n meatballs, lasagna, sausage, ravioli, pesto, etc.
The purpose of this event is to make (or purchase) a new or favorite dish to share with others, get together and socialize with other like-minded folks, and enjoy small samples of the yummy vegan dishes everyone else brings. Please bring a good amount of food to share and extra if you're bringing children or there's more than one person in your party.
Our potlucks take place the first Thursday of every month at 6:30pm at the Kitchen & Lounge at South Front Apartments. Use the gate located on Greenfield Street at 2nd Street, across the street from Satellite Bar. The gate is open until 7pm, after that you'll need to enter a code. The lounge entrance is on the opposite side (facing Front St). FB https://www.facebook.com/groups/wilmingtonvegan/
Wilmington Vegan is the vegan community organization serving southeastern North Carolina. Our purpose is to provide resources and information for both longtime vegans and new vegans and to cultivate a vibrant local community. Wilmington Vegan was founded in 2011 by local longtime vegan Sue Cag. Since then, over 500 members have joined the group and leadership is handled by a board of volunteers. Website http://wilmingtonvegan.com/about/#.VQbrUtLF_cM
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Thursday, April 7th 6:30 pm - 7:30pm
Edible Landscapes
Bur-Mil Park (Wildlife Center), 5834 Bur-Mil Club Rd.
Morehead, NC 27410
One of the hottest trends today is adding to your quality of life, and the enjoyment of your gardening space, by including plants that are both ornamental and edible in the landscape. Spring is a natural time to get started, so please join us for some ideas and inspiration on creating your own ‘paradise garden’. An NC State University Cooperative Extension program run by the Guilford County Center. Visit http://peanc.org/calendar/edible-landscapes
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Friday, April 8th Ongoing
Humane Alliance of WNC Low Cost Spay & Neuter
Humane Alliance Spay/Neuter Clinic
25 Heritage Drive Asheville, NC 28806
Humane Alliance of WNC, Inc. began as a small spay/neuter clinic in Asheville, North Carolina in 1994. We know that spaying and neutering is a key component in the fight against pet overpopulation. Sterilizing cats and dogs means fewer animals will crowd the shelters and fewer animals will be euthanized.
-Female Dog $65 -Male Dog $65 -Female Cat $50 -Male Cat $35
-Umbilical hernia repair $15 -Nail trim $5 -Cryptorchid No Extra Charge -Pregnant No Extra Charge -In heat No Extra Charge -Ear tip (feral cats only) No Extra Charge Canine Vaccines , Rabies (required) $10, DA2LPPv (distemper/parvo) $10
Bordetella (kennel cough) $10, Heartworm test $15, Feline Vaccines , Rabies (required) $10 , FVRCP (distemper/upper respiratory) $10, FELV (feline leukemia) $10 , FELV/FIV combo test $18 . http://humanealliance.org/
Vaccines are ONLY given at the time of surgery. Please call us at (828) 252-2079 for information on financial assistance.
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Friday, April 8th 9:00 am - til
Foothills “WELL PET” Vaccine & Low Cost Clinic
~Low Costs Tests and Vaccines~
Humane Society of Catawba County
3224 20th Avenue Southeast Hickory, NC 28602
For pet owners needing assistance with feeding their dogs and cats. Low-cost vaccines and tests are available at this clinic for pets showing no signs of illness. Rabies Vaccine, Distemper/Parvo, Feline Distemper, Kennel Cough, Felv Vaccine, Heartworm testing, Felv/FIV testing, & microchipping.
Please call for an appointment 828-464-8878. Mon -Sat, 11am-6pm. Check out our loving adoptables. http://www.catawbahumane.org/
Mission: To make our community a better place by serving as an advocate for companion animals. Our vision for the future is that no adoptable animal will be euthanized in Catawba County, and that animal cruelty and inhumane treatment of animals will cease to exist.
Friday, April 8th 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Asheville Humane Society Adoption Day
Asheville Humane Society 14 Forever Friend Lane Asheville, NC 28806
See and visit our dogs and cats Adoption Center Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 6pm become a volunteer. Sign up through the Volunteer Information Center online or e-mail us at volunteer@ashevillehumane.org with any questions.
Asheville Humane Society contracts with Buncombe County to operate the animal welfare program at the Buncombe County Animal Shelter. This private-public partnership is serving as a national model for other communities who wish to work collaboratively. About Us: We rescue, reunite, rehabilitate and re-home more than 4,500 homeless animals each year in our community. http://www.ashevillehumane.org/
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Friday, April 8th 7 days a wk 11:00 am-5:00 pm
Humane Society of Charlotte NC Adoptions
Humane Society of Charlotte
2700 Toomey Ave Charlotte, NC 28203 704.377.0534
Adopt your new best friend. See our website page for tips too! Visit website
For questions regarding our animal behavior & training program, please contact Humane Society of Charlotte Animal Behavior Manager, Chad Naile or call 704-494-7709. http://www.humanesocietyofcharlotte.org/
The Humane Society of Charlotte is working with you to create a world where there are no more homeless and unwanted animals. For every animal adopted, another animal comes in. The Humane Society of Charlotte was founded in 1978. The Humane Society of Charlotte Spay/Neuter Clinic opened in 1982 and was the first low-cost spay/neuter clinic in the Southeast.
Friday, April 8th Call for time
STAR Animal Rescue
~A Refuge for Abused and Neglected Horses~
STAR
970 Rabbit Skin Rd. Waynesville, NC 28785 Phone 828-400-4940
Jim and Karen Owens moved to Waynesville NC in 2005 and fell in love with all it had to offer. They soon learned that Haywood County loved horses, too.
In 2005, Jim & Karen Owens opened up their farm for horses and goats to have a place to be until they can be adopted. There just wasn’t room for those in need at the animal shelter! Sometimes a hoofed animal requires a little extra care and this is a place where he/she can find just that until a forever home is found. Visit http://star-ranch-rescue.com/adopt-a-horse-at-star-ranch-rescue/
Friday, April 8th 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Vegan Carolina
Meet up for Vegan Drinks at Happy Hour in Durham!
Location TBA!
Where do you want to meet? Share below! We are so super excited to invite you all to come and socialize for our monthly "vegan drinks" event. Vegetarians welcome too! It's easy - show up any time between 6-8 pm, have a beverage, and hang out at different locations throughout Durham, NC (and sometimes a field trip to Raleigh or Chapel Hill!). To follow events and specials, "like" our page here: Pls visit FB https://www.facebook.com/durhamvegandrinks
Friday, April 8th 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Golden Gala 2016....Together We Are Golden
Prestonwood Country Club
300 Prestonwood Parkway Cary, NC 27513
Our eighth annual gala will feature a silent auction, gourmet hors d'oeuvre stations, desserts and complimentary beer and wine bar. Join us and our golden ambassadors for an evening dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and adoption of our dogs.
Please purchase your tickets no later than Friday, April 1st. No tickets will be sold at the door. Cocktail attire, please.Individual gala tickets are $95.00 per ticket.
Buy your tickets now by clicking here. There are many sponsorship opportunities available. Click here to consider being a sponsor. Visit http://www.goldenrescuenc.org/events/events-golden-gala
Ongoing
Asheville Vegan Society
Asheville, NC
Our potlucks are well attended (30-50 participants is typical) as are our dinners out (avg: 20 participants). For more info email: veggieville@aol.com or visit our Facebook page. Meetup page below.
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Ongoing
Veg Guide Asheville
Managing Backyards and Other Urban Habitats for Birds
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North Carolina Week for the Animals is for Everyone!
2016 Calendar Below. 2017 calendar to be published May 2017.
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