Stormy Times - May 2005

May 2005

NORTH CAROLINA ROTTWEILER RESCUE “RESCUED FROM DOUBT

PLACED WITH LOVE”

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North Carolina Rottweiler Rescue is very pleased to be embarking on a new and excit-ing fundraiser endeavor. Triangle Towne Center Mall on Capitol Boulevard in Raleighhas constructed a topiary made of petunias. This topiary is a 20

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25 foot dognamed...you guessed it Petunia. The goal of this fundraiser is to raise awareness forthe many homeless animals in our area. From May 13

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July 31 we will be selling cook-ies donated by Gourmutts bakery for $1.00.

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CARE is a collation of (18) participatinganimal protective organizations located in The Triangle region. Starting May 13, theirmembers and volunteers will be selling a custom produced dog treat produced anddonated by Gourmutt’s Bakery, a Raleigh

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based pet treat maker. Each peanut butterflavored treat will cost $1 with 100% of all proceeds being donated to the T

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ganizations. Treats will also be sold at the Welcome Center at Triangle Town Centerduring normal shopping hours. The Petunia Project is inspired by “Puppy”, the 42

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flowering topiary that welcomes visitors to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain.The Raleigh version is an amazing combination of sculptural genius, engineering skilland horticultural imagination. It was commissioned in 2004 and is the work of localsculptor Greg Osbeck who, along with a team of as many as 12 assistants worked onbuilding the giant topiary sculpture for more than four weeks. When finished on May13, Petunia will weigh over 5,000 pounds, be groomed with more than 32,000 flowers,consume 10 gallons of water a day and shine as a beacon for homeless pets. She willremain on display at Triangle Town Commons for most of the summer, depending onlocal climate conditions. T

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C.A.R.E. organizations will also conduct pet adoption eventsat Petunia’s “home” in Triangle Town Commons throughout the summer.

ParticipatingAnimal Welfare Groups include:

S.P.C.A. of Wake County

Wake County Animal Care Control & Adoption Center

The American Wildlife Refuge

Animal Protection Society of Durham

Best Friend Pet Adoption

C.A.R.E. For Animals

Chatham Animal Rescue and Education, Inc.

Franklin County Humane Society

Johnston County Animal Protection League

Mitchell Mill Animal Hospital

North Carolina Rottweiler Rescue

Oak Park Creedmoor Road Veterinary Hospital

Paw Prints Animal Rescue

Pig Pals of North Carolina

Safe Haven for Cats

Saving Grace Animals for Adoption

Second Chance Pet Adoption

Southern Siberian Rescue

Snowflake Animal Rescue

Triangle Beagle Rescue of N.C.

Triangle Sheltie Rescue

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Be a Lifesaver: Disaster Planning CanSave Your Pet in an Emergency

Disasters come in all forms. No matter where you live, the unexpected can occur. From blizzards to

wildfires, earthquakes to

hurricanes, emergencies happen every day in all parts of the country, which means that everyone should have a disaster plan

for their family

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including their pets.

"It's crucial to make plans ahead of time to ensure your pets' safety in times of disaster," says Betsy McFarland, HSUS direc-tor of communications for companion animals. "Whether it's a natural disaster or a terrorist attack, you must have a plan inplace. Pets depend on their caregivers to provide for their safety and well being. Putting a disaster plan into place is just pa

rtof being a good pet caregiver."

Remember that gooddisaster planning

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day supply of your pet's food, medicines, leash, veterinary records, andother necessities altogether in a pet carrier that's ready to go.

These are just a few tips for those looking for information on disaster and emergency preparedness. For more information,

visitThe HSUS Disaster Center

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Whether it's a tornado, a traffic accident or a terrorist attack, preparedness can help save lives. Pets are part of the family

and

it's imperative that they be included in all family disaster plans. Remember, they're counting on you.

Are You Prepared? Find out by taking our test:

Imagine that a police officer knocks at your door. A hurricane is quickly approaching, and you have 45 minutes to evacuate.

If You Have Pets:

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