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Thursday, September 16, 2010

Wake County Update

News to Wag About from the Wake County Animal Center


	Senior Cats for Senior Laps The Wake County Animal Center receives approximately 8,600 abandoned, lost and surrendered cats and kittens every year. The cats that have the most difficulty finding new homes are the "senior" cats, who are actually the easiest to care for - because they are often very healthy, affectionate, calm, low-maintenance, and clean companions. To encourage the adoption of senior cats, for the rest of 2010, anyone over the age of 60 who adopts a cat over the age of 5 will receive a discount of $10 off the regular adoption fee ($45 for unfixed cats, $15 for fixed cats). A complimentary health exam and 14-day follow-up care from VCA Animal Hospitals, bag of food, microchip, and vaccinations are all included. Visit the Center today to find your new best friend!


	Your Photos Could Win You Prizes If you have a cute, cuddly or crafty kitty, here's your opportunity to show them off! Enter the September Best Friends Photo Contest. Just take a photo of you (or someone you know) with your cat - something that conveys how our cats can be our best friends - then add a caption. Winning photo entries will receive gift certificates to The Piper's Tavern and the Raleigh Grande 16. Enter today! The contest ends Sept. 24th.


	Video Contest - Cash Prizes - for Student Groups The Wake County Animal Center is sponsoring a “Best friends bring out the best in us!” Video Contest that will be open to Wake County middle or high school-affiliated student organizations (public or private schools). The contest is will tap into the creativity and innovation of our community’s youth to craft a video message that will increase quality adoptions from the Animal Center. Prizes will be awarded to winning videos. Tell your child's teachers about the contest today!


	Join us on Facebook! Become a fan today. Learn about adoption events, special promotions, and animal welfare issues, and share your happy endings.

Ilsa is a 2-month old smoke-colored tortie kitten in foster care. She's very soft, playful and friendly. She is available for adoption today, along with many others.

Call 212-PETS to learn more.

$5 Rabies shots and $10 microchips
Several rabies and microchip
clinics will be held in Wake County in September and October.
Find a clinic near you.


	Join us at the Home Show The Wake County Animal Center will be at the Southern Ideal Home Show in Raleigh Sept 24 - 26. Come say hello and meet a few adoptable pets.


	*Did you know that only 2% of lost cats in Wake County are found by their owners?* Have your cat microchipped today and be sure he or she is wearing an ID tag at all times.