The sudden unexpected death of a pet is a heartbreak for any animal lover. When Pierre and Judy Kimball lost their beloved dog, Scooter, they were understandably devastated. Scooter was a frightened dog rescued from Floyd County that the Kimball’s took into their home to foster. He blossomed and soon became what the rescue community calls a “foster failure”. They loved him too much to let him go anywhere else. Scooter enjoyed life as one of their much loved pets and burrowed his way into their hearts. Sadly, the day after Christmas 2014, Scooter escaped from the fence of a home the Kimball’s were visiting. Lost in an unfamiliar area, Scooter couldn’t find his way back and was later found dead after being struck by…
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Local Animal Friends and Supporters
Looking for pet-related services or animal-friendly businesses in the Walton County area? Visit www.waltonpets.com, WAG’s resource center for everything animal in the Walton County and surrounding areas! All the business listed are proven animal lovers and supporters of WAG, and have joined our efforts to make our community a better place for animals. If you know a business that would like to be included in these annual listings, send us an email at wagwalton@yahoo.com.
What About Bob?
He may have been passed over by other rescues in the shelter, but Bob is special to us – and not only for his absolutely adorable underbite. He’s the 200th dog to come through WAG’s rescue/adoption program in 2015! Bob is very representative of what we believe is important in rescue. He’s not adorably furry, flashy or the type of dog to have scores of adopters/rescues fighting to get him out of the shelter. He comes in a plain brown wrapper, is quiet, low-key and not overly demonstrative. But he’s such an amazingly sweet, friendly dog who deserves a long, happy life in a loving family. And that’s why we picked him. He’s got a new name to go with his fresh start – Popeye…
Looking for Pet-Loving Advertisers!
BUSINESS OWNERS – WANT TO BE EASILY SPOTTED BY POTENTIAL CUSTOMERS? PUT YOUR COMPANY IN FRONT OF THE PET-LOVING PUBLIC WITH WAG’S 2016 PET CALENDAR! There are still some advertising opportunities left in WAG’s 2016 Pet Calendar, but they’re going fast. Calendars will be on sale throughout the fall and winter – proud pet parents stock up on them for holiday gifts. For only $30 your business or service message will be seen by local audiences – plus, your support of local community issues will be obvious to everyone. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to gain visibility for your business! Ask about discounts for 6 month and 12 month advertising! And as a bonus, your business contact information will be listed on our resource…
A Promise to Parker
When the family was evicted from the house, they packed up what was important. Clothes, furniture, books, dishes and whatever else they could cram in the car were taken away to their new home. But not Parker. This sweet boy and his sibling were left behind with the trash, expected to fend for themselves. No food, no water, and no shelter. Only six months old and already abandoned by humans. The two dogs eventually landed in a crowded shelter with no guarantee of life beyond the three-day hold period. His brother was finally adopted, but no one saw the promise of love in Parker’s eyes. Their loss. Fortunately someone offered to foster Parker, so this amazing boy has become our latest WAG rescue dog. Foster homes…
A Fresh Face
WAG has a fresh new look! We’re excited to unveil our newly redesigned website. Not only is it bright and eye-catching, it’s user friendly and consolidates all our previously-scattered information outlets ; blogs, website, social media, and puts them together in an easy-to-navigate uncluttered design. You can check out our latest information, read stories of rescued pets, learn about our programs, sign up for email newsletters, and learn all about WAG in one spot. So visit www.wagwalton.com to take a peek and check back often for updates!
Featured Dog
Holly is a great girl, but has so far gone unnoticed. Is it the white hairs around her muzzle that give her that “mature” look? Or is it because she’s not as flashy as other dogs? Not sure, but we see the magic behind the photos. Holly is a happy girl, about 45 lbs and 6+ years old. She’s also an awesome companion. She’s being fostered on a farm and enjoys following us while we do chores, usually riding in the golf cart or running behind. Holly loves going for rides in the car and would be happy to spend the day with you. She’s housetrained and crate-trained, but wouldn’t mind sleeping in your bed! Holly has good manners and does well in the house….
Looking For Adorable Furry Faces
See Your Pets Furry Face in WAG’s 2016 Community Pet Calendar! If your pet is “awww” inspiring share his or her cuteness with the world! WAG is accepting entries for our 2016 Community Pet Calendar from July 15 through August 31, 2015 Your $20 entry donation helps homeless pets and guarantees your pets photo will be included in the calendar, either featured prominently or included in a collage of adorable pets. So hunt up your best pics and send them in!! Contest Rules Photographs must be of animals only. Pictures must be of your own pet(s). All entries must be in color and contain well-focused images. WAG reserves the right to request substitute photo if image is deemed not suitable for enlargement. Photos can be…
Puppy Prevention Success
It’s been a busy year for the Puppy Prevention Program. A total of 108 puppies enrolled in the program since January. All have been spayed/neutered and gone onto new homes. Here are just a few of the moms who’ve been spayed, retired from puppy-rearing and will spend the rest of their lives being nothing more than loving family pets. Thanks to their caring owners for allowing WAG to help their moms and babies!
Thanks for all you do, Buddy Wag!
Thanks for all you do, Buddy Wag!
Community Support
We’d like to thank the Walton County Foundation for once again supporting Walton Animal Guild’s Spay Neuter Assistance Program. WAG received a grant in the amount of $2,500 toward our 2015 SNAP programs, which will go a long way toward helping more low-income pet owners in the community. We’re very grateful for the Foundation’s continuing confidence in our organization.
Thanks to our WAG friends!
We’re immensely grateful for the support of these February WAG donors: Teresa Gray, Susan and Jerry Engelbrecht, Joanna and Robert Emmons, Patricia and John Hybarger, Georgeanne Ferguson, Pierre and Samantha Kimball, the Walton County Foundation, Judy and Michael Day, Joseph and Theresa Entrekin, Gay and Joy Vencill, Rene and Tully Youngblood, Teddy and Lee Udell, Brandon Kendrick, Liz Stoehr and Calvin Thomas, Angela Jones, Cynthia McClintock, Sandy Jones, Carol Collins, Alice O’Neal, Retha Meier, Wendolyn Chupp, Suzanne Isacson, James Nelson, Helen Brooks, Leah Smith, Catherine Swanson, Stephanie Kennedy, Brian Ottaviano, Brandon Thesenvitz, Mona Manus, Randi Short, Carla Keaton, and Donnie Glow. Thank you for playing a part in saving furry lives through WAG!
Honoring Lynda Deighton
We just learned of the passing of a very kind person, wonderful pet lover and WAG supporter – Lynda Deighton. Lynda and her husband Alan own and operated New London School of Driving in Snellville. Linda passed away on February 22. To honor her love of animals, her family thoughtfully designated WAG as the recipient of memorial donations for Lynda. We’re grateful for their kindness during this time of loss. Our condolences go out to the Deighton family
Shop Kroger for WAG
Attention Kroger Shoppers – Help Animals on Aisle 4! And Aisle 5, 6, 7,…! Did you know your grocery shopping can help homeless pets? Sign up for a Kroger Plus Card card, use for card for grocery savings and designate Walton Animal Guild as your charity of choice through the Community Rewards program. Quick, simple and helps pets all year long! For more info visit https://www.kroger.com/communityrewards
Beat the Heat!
BEAT THE HEAT spay special is still going on at Paradox Spay Neuter Clinic, so get your kitties signed up! WAG will be subsidizing costs to spay 25 female cats of Walton County residents as part of that program.
A Thankful Woof!
WAG is very grateful to these January donors for giving second chances to some wonderful animals: Debbie Jackson, Marlena Wald, Keith and Rachel Nilsen, Brad and Natalie Phillips, Jack and Dianne James, Alliance Fire Protection, Kroger Company, Warren Furlow, Steve and Susan Brown, Petsmart, Georgeann Ferguson, Crystal Francis, Tammy Mesite, Martha Hardy, Chris Sherlock, Tara Perrin, Vicki Morrissey, Crystal Pugh, Annie Halstead, William Dean, Trudy Wall, Alice O’Neal, Suzanne Isacson, Brian Ottaviano, Catherine Swanson, Judy and Pierre Kimball, Deanna Vanderhejde, J. Michael Martinez, Clair and David Thurber, Lauren Lawrence, Jimmy and Rosemary Breedlove, Christina Carrell,Stephanie Kennedy, Kristen Thomas, Jennifer Stein, Virginia Tucker, Carol Collins, Maxwell Adams, Allen Parrish, Mona Manus, Sherrie Preuss, Randi Short, Sudabeh Crouch, Anthony Davis, Ricky Graham, Marilyn Bennett, David Canup. And…
Honoring Scooter
The sudden unexpected death of a pet is a heartbreak for any animal lover. When Pierre and Judy Kimball recently lost their beloved dog, Scooter, they were understandably devastated. Scooter was a frightened dog rescued from Floyd County that the Kimball’s took into their home to foster. He blossomed and soon became what the rescue community calls a “foster failure”. They loved him too much to let him go anywhere else. Scooter enjoyed life as one of their much loved pets and burrowed his way into their hearts. Sadly, the day after Christmas Scooter escaped from the fence of a home the Kimball’s were visiting. Lost in an unfamiliar area, Scooter couldn’t find his way back. He was later found dead in the roadway after…
Charlie’s new world
Meet Charlie! This skinny boy spent several weeks living in a ditch next to Walnut Grove High School, huddled in the weeds during the recent rain and cold temperatures. He was very skittish and wouldn’t let anyone come near him. But fortunately a special animal lover decided to spend time and hot dogs to lure him into their car and save him from a bleak existence of running and hiding. Now Charlie is living a WAG dog life, hanging out with other foster dogs and learning to enjoy regular meals, dog snacks, afternoon walks and chasing the golf cart. Once we got past his fear, he is a sweet, loving boy. About 9 months old and only 49 lbs right now, he needs to gain…
A WAG Thank You!
A huge WAG Thank You to the great folks at Alliance Fire Protection Services, Inc. in Loganville for being dedicated WAG donors. Their Platinum sponsorship goes a long way toward funding our low-income spay neuter program. Their 2015 donation makes this the sixth year in a row they have supported our efforts – an amazing commitment to pets and pet owners in our community! Alliance is clearly a company truly committed to helping their neighbors. THANK YOU AGAIN!
Read All About It!
Check out our year-end newsletter to see WAG Happenings for 2014! End of Year 2014.pdf