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December 20, 2019December 20, 2019

Understand Pit Bull Myths and Facts

Understand Pit Bull Myths and Facts
By adminIn Dogs, Tips and Advice

Knowing fact from fiction saves lives, Whether you already know and love a pit bull terrier or haven’t had the...

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December 10, 2019December 10, 2019

Dog Bites Child: How to Prevent this Scenario

Dog Bites Child: How to Prevent this Scenario
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  Children can have the most amazing relationships with dogs if both are taught how to properly interact and respect...

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December 10, 2019December 10, 2019

Christmas Holiday Dangers for Pets

Christmas Holiday Dangers for Pets
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  Though the holidays can be an exciting and enjoyable time for people, they can be problematic for some of...

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November 30, 2019November 30, 2019

Shy Dogs and Cats: How to Help Timid Pets

Shy Dogs and Cats: How to Help Timid Pets
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“Shy” is a word that many people use to describe dogs and cats who are fearful. Most often this “shyness”...

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November 30, 2019November 30, 2019

Cat Not Using Litter Box: Causes and Solutions

Cat Not Using Litter Box: Causes and Solutions
By adminIn Cats, Health and Wellness, Tips and Advice

Is your cat not using the litter box? Cats stop using their litter boxes for a variety of reasons, including...

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November 30, 2019November 30, 2019

Pet Store Puppies: Why You Shouldn’t Rescue One

Pet Store Puppies: Why You Shouldn’t Rescue One
By adminIn Dogs, Tips and Advice

Because it’s sad to see pet store puppies in cages, many people want to “rescue” them by buying them. While...

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November 30, 2019November 30, 2019

Senior Dog Care: Caring for Older Dogs

Senior Dog Care: Caring for Older Dogs
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As happens with humans, dogs often slow down both physically and mentally as they get older. Caring for an aging...

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November 26, 2019November 30, 2019

Puppy Mills: Tough Life for Dogs

Puppy Mills: Tough Life for Dogs
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The following is a feature story that appeared in Best Friends magazine. By Elizabeth Oreck Every year at this time,...

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November 5, 2019November 5, 2019

How to Calm Anxious Cats

How to Calm Anxious Cats
By adminIn Cats, Shelter Decompression, Tips and Advice

Cat Scared of Strangers: How to Calm Anxious Cats Cats may be fearful of strangers or visitors for several reasons....

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November 5, 2019November 5, 2019

Bringing a New Dog Home: Preventing Problems

Bringing a New Dog Home: Preventing Problems
By adminIn Dogs, Shelter Decompression, Tips and Advice

Bringing a New Dog Home: Preventing Problems By Sherry Woodard, Best Friends animal behavior consultant Before you bring your new...

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Maryville/Alcoa Animal Rescue Center

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😻❤️ AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION THROUGH MAARC ❤️😻

Where do we begin in writing a bio for Tot? The person that spends the time getting to know Tot will be richly rewarded, as once Tot loves you he really loves you. He’s often caught poking his little head at the door of the cat room to catch glimpses of his favorite volunteers as they walk by. He keeps us all laughing with his funny little antics! Tot is just under a year old, neutered and up to date on shots. For more information on Tot please call 865-599-7304 or call 865-273-3751.

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Maryville/Alcoa Animal Rescue Center

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🐾🏛 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT MARYVILLE CITY SHELTER 🏛🐾

How could you not love this cute face? This little lady is about 3 months old, and still very much puppy through and through. Currently about 15-20 pounds so she’ll be a medium/large dog. Stop by and visit her at the shelter! She is at the Maryville City Shelter at 426 Home Avenue. Their hours are Monday - Friday 1-6pm and Saturday 10-1pm. Call 865-681-2241 for more information. Her adoption fee is $55 that includes rabies and spay/neuter voucher
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Maryville/Alcoa Animal Rescue Center

17 hours ago

Maryville/Alcoa Animal Rescue Center

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Introducing Zara! Zara is a young, active, energetic, little lady. She is only about 1-2 years old, weighs around 40-50 pounds. Zara does well with other dogs, untested on cats (we’ll get back to you on that!) She is due to be spayed on Friday and will be all ready for a forever home! If you’re interested in meeting Zara please text or call Al at 865-221-5767.
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Maryville/Alcoa Animal Rescue Center

18 hours ago

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💗😺 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION THRU MAARC - ALCOA PETSMART RESIDENT 😺💗

Do you have exquisite taste? Then Chanel may be the little lady for you! She is a social, affectionate girl, approx 3 years old with gorgeous emerald eyes! She detests dogs and not a fan of felines sooo she prefers to be your one and ONKY! Chanel is spayed, up to date on vaccinations and awaiting her furever family! Text Cheryl at 865-755-5392 for addl info or apply online at www.maarcadopt.org/adopt.
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Maryville/Alcoa Animal Rescue Center

20 hours ago

Maryville/Alcoa Animal Rescue Center

Just a couple days after Christmas, when there was still snow on the ground, we received a call about a hypothermic cat that was found cold to the touch and listless. One of our volunteers rushed over to get her and take her to the vet, not at all sure she would make it in time. The vet found her to indeed be in hypothermia, as well as having a large abscess near her ear. They started on slowly raising her body temperature and told us if she made it through the night then they would develop a treatment plan. We decided to call her Eleven, a nod to Stranger Things. If she didn’t make it through the night we wanted her to at least have a name. So we waited.. barely cautiously optimistic. She stayed at the vet for over a week slowly improving, but still very very fragile. Once they had done all they could for her they released her back to us, although her prognosis wasn’t great. She was still very weak and barely eating. We knew she needed more round the clock care so one of our volunteers took her home for some tender loving care. Eleven is starting to eat more now, and enjoys a few light pets here and there. She still has a long road ahead to full health, but only good things are in her future now.

Many thanks to those who have already donated!

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Maryville/Alcoa Animal Rescue Center (MAARC) is a 501c3 No Kill rescue group partnering with the Maryville City Shelter in East Tennessee.

🐾🏛 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT MARYVILLE CITY 🐾🏛 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT MARYVILLE CITY SHELTER 🏛🐾

How could you not love this cute face? This little lady is about 3 months old, and still very much puppy through and through. Currently about 15-20 pounds so she’ll be a medium/large dog. Stop by and visit her at the shelter! She is at the Maryville City Shelter at 426 Home Avenue. Their hours are Monday - Friday 1-6pm and Saturday 10-1pm. Call 865-681-2241 for more information. Her adoption fee is $55 that includes rabies and spay/neuter voucher

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🐾🤎 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION THROUGH MAARC 🤎 🐾🤎 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION THROUGH MAARC 🤎🐾

Introducing Zara! Zara is a young, active, energetic, little lady. She is only about 1-2 years old, weighs around 40-50 pounds. Zara does well with other dogs, untested on cats (we’ll get back to you on that!) She is due to be spayed on Friday and will be all ready for a forever home! If you’re interested in meeting Zara please text or call Al at 865-221-5767.

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😻❤️ AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION THROUGH MAARC ❤️😻

If you like a super sweet loving cat then Molly might be just the girl for you. Molly is about 3-4 years old, spayed and up to date on shots. She is very affectionate and happy to snuggle in with her person for pets and loving. A little purr machine that it’s a volunteer favorite! For more information on Molly please call 865-273-3751. You can visit Molly in the MAARC cat room, 410 Home Avenue, Saturdays 12-4pm

Apply Online ~ www.maarcadopt.org/adopt

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😽❤️ AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION THROUGH MAARC ❤️😽

Rascal is named appropriately, as rascal is the best way to describe his personality. He was surrendered at the age of 12 after his owner became ill. It took him a bit to warm up to us, but now his full personality is coming out. Rascal loves being brushed and he is very happy cuddled up under a blanket. He is a large long haired cat, so very handsome! If you are interested in setting up a meet and greet with Rascal please fill out an online app at www.maarcadopt.org/adopt or call 865-273-3751.

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🐾❤️ AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION THROUGH MAARC ❤️🐾

Introducing Miss Princess. Princess was surrendered to the shelter shortly before christmas when her owner became homeless. A heartbreaking situation for all. She was reported to be 13 years old, although we feel she is more like 8-10 years. She is super playful with plenty of energy and is in very good health, minus a cataract in her left eye that doesn’t slow her down one bit. Princess is spayed and up to date on shots, and weighs about 20 pounds. She doesn’t seem phased by other dogs or cats, and would do fine with older children. If you’re interested in Princess call 865-273-3751 or apply online at www.maarcadopt.org/adopt.

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😺❤️ WANTED: SPECIAL ADOPTER FOR A SPECIAL C 😺❤️ WANTED: SPECIAL ADOPTER FOR A SPECIAL CAT ❤️😺

Meow Meow was sadly surrendered to the shelter when her owner became sick, which left Meow Meow traumatized for several days where all she would do was hide in her kennel softly crying “Meow.. Meow.. ” Fast forward to now where Meow Meow is a regular little lovebug who craves pets. Meow Meow is a special senior at 12 years old. Are you the one to give her the calm loving retirement home she so craves? Give us a call at 865-273-3751 or apply online at www.maarcadopt.org/adopt.

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🐾🏛 AVAILABLE FOR FOSTER OR ADOPTION THROUGH 🐾🏛 AVAILABLE FOR FOSTER OR ADOPTION THROUGH MAARC 🏛🐾

This is Boujue. He is an 8 year old brindle male. He is very friendly and approachable, with that giant smile plastered on his face. Boujue loves everyone he meets! Sadly Boujue has been found to be heartworm positive which he is now being treated for, but a foster home would go a long way in keeping Boujue comfortable and warm during his treatments. Call or text Al at 865-221-5767.

Adoption App ~ www.maarcadopt.org/adopt
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Lots of love for Xander!! He’s chillin in his su Lots of love for Xander!! He’s chillin in his sunroom enjoying life in his new furever home and this is an update from his  family:

“He’s doing great... his name is now Toby. He craves attention so we give it! He goes to everyone who comes in and talks to them and he rules the house. The dogs are interested but they steer clear. He rubs up against our older dog though. Happy new year and it was our pleasure (adopting him) He is a nice addition to our quirky empty nest!”

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