The Pet Shop

12/04/2024

This sweet boy is more than a year old now, and still no one has made him their forever family member. Jerry loves other cats and loves to play. He

09/04/2024

My dog likes oranges, but I've never given him lemon. Anyone? https://www.facebook.com/reel/2682017425294707

09/04/2024

A ferret named “Mumbo Jumbo” from Boone, North Carolina, is in the running for a rather unusual recognition.

Each year, Nationwide’s pet insurance team celebrates some of the craziest names among its insured pets and Mumbo Jumbo is among the "Wacky Pet Names" finalists that were announced today. People can place one vote per category once a day between April 9-13 at petinsurance.com/wackypetnames.

23/02/2024

This shy pig likes to be the boss.

11/02/2024

After the chicks spend their first few weeks in a nest box, they graduate to “fish school,” where the endangered species learn to swim on their own and eat fish.

11/02/2024

Tina is a sweetheart!

07/02/2024

Valentine’s Day: 5 caring ways to let your dog know you love them

From Dr. Julie Buzby, an integrative veterinarian and founder of ToeGrips for dogs

1. Love your dog by taking a daily walk (or two) and making it part of your routine.
When dogs were in the wild, they traveled. They were on the move for miles and miles each day. Now in our homes, a dog’s only exercise may consist of running to the front door to greet us. But lack of physical activity is really hard on a dog’s body and spirit. The health benefits of walking your dog can’t be overlooked. Over 50% of American dogs are overweight or obese. This can be caused by a dog getting too many calories (overfed), not getting enough exercise, or a combination of both. In addition to the physical benefits of walking, it’s also emotionally and psychologically healthy–for both ends of the leash.

2. Love your dog by being consistent.
It’s important that we’re consistent in what we ask our dogs to do and the boundaries that we give them to live within. Recently, I hurt my dog’s feelings (and that may sound like anthropomorphism, but I could see it on my little dog’s face) when I expressed disappointment for a behavior that he didn’t realize was off-limits. I was inconsistent. One time I let him get away with a behavior and the next time I discouraged it. I’m not saying you can’t change the rules. What I am saying is establish the rules and be consistent.

3. Love your dog by giving her plenty of time to follow her nose!
If I had to give up one of my five senses, it would be an easy decision. I would give up my sense of smell. For dogs, however, their sense of smell is critical to their wellbeing. A dog’s sense of smell is many times greater than our sense of smell and the part of a dog’s brain that is associated with smell is 40 times larger than ours. As a result, being able to smell the world around them is crucial to how dogs perceive their surroundings. So, when you’re on those walks with your furry family member, make sure to allow time for your dog to follow his nose. He’ll love taking time to stop and smell the roses!

4. Show your dog love with ear rubs, chin scratches, or belly rubs.
Another little way we can love our dogs—and, incidentally, the people in our lives as well—is through physical touch. Not all dogs respond equally to physical touch, but I think taking a few minutes throughout the day to give a little ear rub, chin scratch, or belly rub is a meaningful, on-the-go way to show your dog your love.

5. Say “I love you.”
Say “I love you” to your dog and live it. Some skeptics may scoff and suggest that dogs do not understand the words “I love you.” When we communicate through language, we convey an intent, too. I’ve had many, many deaf dogs as my patients over the years. Many times as I’m examining a dog, the owner shares that the dog can’t hear me. I nod in understanding and continue whispering sweet nothings in the dog’s ears. I explain that, while the dog might not be hearing my words, by simply speaking them, I am communicating an intent. Dogs pick up on that.

02/02/2024

A new pill aims to make it easier to treat diabetic cats without insulin shots twice a day. The drug is the first oral treatment for feline diabetes approved by the Food and Drug Administration.

02/02/2024

The pig café is the latest in a series of animal coffee shops that have popped up in Japan, including ones that feature owls, hedgehogs, birds and even snakes.

02/02/2024

She's a cutie pie but not a fan of vegetables and small children.

25/01/2024

Adopting, Fostering, Volunteering and Advocating are Integral to Helping Save the Lives of Dogs and Cats Across the State

19/01/2024

We love this! But why is the Chihuahua so tall? https://www.facebook.com/hugoandursula/videos/283669974368462/

17/01/2024

Juliet's House Animal Rescue Celebrates Milestone with Over 7,000 Adoptions

Greensboro, North Carolina – [01/16/2023] — Juliet's House Animal Rescue, a local triad non-profit organization dedicated to the welfare of sick and homeless animals, is excited to announce a significant achievement in its mission to find loving homes for animals in need. The organization has proudly reached a remarkable milestone of over 7,000 adoptions in eight years.
Juliet's House Animal Rescue has been committed to rescuing and rehabilitating animals and providing them with a second chance at a happy and healthy life. As a non-profit that is all volunteer operated, Juliet’s House is unique in that 100% of their funding goes directly to medical treatment and care of the animals in their care. The organization's relentless dedication to the well-being and care of homeless animals has resulted in thousands of successful adoptions, bringing joy and companionship to countless families.
"We are ecstatic to share the news of reaching 7,000 adoptions. This milestone is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our volunteers, and the unwavering support from our community," said Angela Appelberg, Executive Director of Juliet's House Animal Rescue.
The 7,000 adoptions milestone not only signifies the impact of Juliet's House Animal Rescue on individual animals, but also underscores the organization's commitment to alleviating the challenges faced by overcrowded shelters and abandoned animals in our community.
"We invite the community to join us in celebrating this milestone and to consider opening their hearts and homes to animals in need. Together, we can continue to make a difference and ensure a brighter future for countless animals in the area," added Angela Appelberg.

14/01/2024

Animal shelters across the U.S. are overwhelmed and overflowing. With more workers heading back to the office and pet essentials like food and veterinary care prices swelling, the number of unwanted dogs has climbed.

12/01/2024

This little guy is the perfect pet!

11/01/2024

So clever! https://www.facebook.com/RemadnaKXAN/videos/24400709149573955/

28/12/2023

This delights me. https://fb.watch/pdkfAgJ1lC/?mibextid=Nif5oz

22/12/2023

Maggie is currently strong on a leash but her foster home is working on her training.

18/12/2023

Get ready to be smitten by this precious kitty.

01/12/2023

Do your cats do this? https://www.facebook.com/jollypetslife/videos/317562221204633/

29/11/2023

Local Author Does Good with “Bad Cat” Book Donation

High Point, NC – Dr. Sadie Leder Elder, a nationally recognized educator working as an associate professor of psychology at High Point University, recently wrote a children’s book entitled, The Adventures of Boopers the Bad Cat. The book is about her real-life cat, Boopers, who was with her for nearly twenty years.

“Boopers really was the best bad cat,” says Elder. “As a long-hair, tortoiseshell cat, she was beautiful. People wanted to touch her. However, she was absolutely terrible, biting or scratching anyone who dared. There was something about that fierceness that I appreciated and adored.”

As an educator, Elder has always been passionate about literacy. She is currently in her fourteenth year as a professor at High Point University and outside of her job, Elder has dedicated much of her adult life to community service. She has spent over a decade as an Active member of the Junior League of High Point, serving as President from 2018-2020, and is the incoming President of the Friends of the High Point Public Library Board.

“Much of my community service has focused on women and youth empowerment,” says Elder. “And I believe that literacy and education are powerful tools for empowerment.”

Elder plans to use her book for good by creating book donation campaigns that will make copies of The Adventures of Boopers the Bad Cat available broadly across our county and state. Elder’s first donation goal was to put one copy of this fun book into each of the fifty Title 1 elementary schools in Guilford County, NC. Within three weeks of the book being published, this donation goal was accomplished, with books scheduled for delivery to the schools over the holiday break. Elder is now working on her second goal, which is to donate a copy of her book to each of the 410 public libraries in the state of North Carolina.

This book is the first in what Elder hopes will be a long-running and beloved series about Boopers. She, along with the book’s illustrator, local artist Kathryn Cushwa Gerace of Ethel B Designs, anticipate that the second in the Boopers the Bad Cat series will be published in early 2024. They are proud to bring attention to the vibrant arts culture in High Point, NC, as well as gratified by their ability to keep all aspects of this endeavor relatively local, with the book being written and illustrated in High Point, NC, edited, designed, and published in Louisianna, and printed in the state of Tennessee.

“Illustrating a children’s book has allowed me to combine both my love of art and my background in early childhood education and literacy together,” says Cushwa Gerace. “As a young child I remember reading nightly with my mother listening to the stories and being fascinated by how the images on the pages made the stories come to life. From my early days as a Girl Scout to my current role in the Junior League of High Point, community service has always been a part of who I am. It excites me to know my illustrations will be available to all members of the community. I hope my art provides joy and inspire others the way children’s books did for me.”

In addition to owning Ethel B Designs, Kathryn Cushwa Gerace is in her thirteenth year working for the North Carolina Infant Toddler Program where she helps families in Guilford County understand all aspects of their children’s development.

Elder and Cushwa Gerace invite community members to join them for one of their upcoming book events. There is a Meet the Author and Illustrator Event on Saturday, December 16th from 1:00-3:00pm at The Cottage High Point (1107 N. Main Street, #101, High Point, NC 27262), as well as a children’s book reading on Saturday, January 20th from 12:00-1:00pm at Wynnies Boutique (1210 N. Main Street, High Point, NC 27262).

To learn more about The Adventures of Boopers the Bad Cat, book donation campaigns, or upcoming book readings, please visit: www.BoopersTheBadCat.com.

Author’s daughter, Gemma, with The Adventures of Boopers the Bad Cat book.

27/11/2023

This doggie is just about perfect.

17/11/2023

This perfect dog needs a home.

06/11/2023

Jacklyn is a favorite at the SPCA of the Triad. She is as sweet as she is beautiful. She also adores other kitties and would make a purrfect addition to

26/10/2023

Entertaining animals. https://www.facebook.com/trynottolaughpets/videos/3475439052784736/?mibextid=uyAsYr

26/10/2023

If you have a dog or cat in need of a checkup, vaccines and food, the Guilford County Animal Services Mobile Pet Assistance Center is holding an event Saturday to offer these services.

The center is partnering with NC A&T’s Pre-Veterinary Medical Association and NC State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine to provide free wellness exams for dogs and cats four months and older at the event between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the agriculture center at 3309 Burlington Road in Greensboro.

The event will also offer one-year and three-year rabies vaccines and other core vaccines. Pets will also be able to get microchipped if they are able to be safely restrained for implantation, according to event organizers.

Pet owners can also receive free pet food and microchip vouchers. If pet owners are interested in having their pet receive a 3-year rabies vaccine, proof of the pet’s current rabies vaccine will be required. All services will be free of charge.

All pets attending the event must be on a leash or contained in a carrier.

The event will provide free wellness exams for dogs and cats four months old and older, as well as free vaccines, microchips and pet food. All pets attending the event

25/10/2023

https://mediahub.unc.edu/the-cat-that-got-lost-on-the-way-to-college-2/

By Isabelle Reilly Photos courtesy of Carol McMorrow CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina — On the evening of Oct. 27, 2022, Carol McMorrow and her husband, Mike McMorrow, left for the 7:30 p.m. showing of “Native Gardens” at PlayMakers Repertory Company. An hour before showtime, Carol helped her husba...

25/10/2023

The Daughters of the American Revolution Guilford Battle Chapter recognized Emmalee Morris with a Community Service Award on Oct. 12. Her award was based on her exceptional fundraising for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and her work with Doxie by Proxy, a dachshund rescue group. Pictured (from left): Kathy Fair, Joanne Lapple, Larry Hines, Emmalee Morris, Guilford Battle Chapter Regent Laura Mortensen, NCSDAR Regent Anna Baird Choi.

DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION GUILFORD BATTLE CHAPTER, PROVIDED