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New breed of neighborhood pet store coming to Wilmington

Submitted by Kim Kopka Ratcliff, News Anchor, Carolina in the Morning
Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 8:50am
New breed of neighborhood pet store coming to Wilmington

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - A man who has lived in the Wilmington area for more than 20 years is opening a small business that caters to pet needs.

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Wilmington opens May 11, offering full-service grooming, and a wide selection of pet foods and supplies.

Erskine Smith is the franchise owner of the Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Wilmington store. He is also the proud parent of Rigby, a Jack Russell Terrier, and two rescued cats.

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Unique gifts: adopt an animal from the Aquarium

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Friday, November 30th, 2012, 11:54am
Unique gifts: adopt an animal from the Aquarium

KURE BEACH, NC (WECT) – The North Carolina Aquarium launched a new Adopt-an-Animal program that offers unique gift opportunities this Christmas.

According to a press release from the aquarium, the program offers a year-long adoption of popular aquarium animals like alligators, otters, sea horses, sea turtles and sharks.

The adoption kit includes a certificate, animal fact cards and specialized window decals. Your name will also be listed on the Aquarium’s website with other supporters. The aquarium said the most popular kits also come with a plush animal.

Order an adoption kit online at www.ncaquariums.com, or at your local N.C. Aquarium, including the N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher. If you place your order online, an adoption kit is mailed within a few days to the recipient address. If you need an order to arrive by a specific date, or have questions about an order, please call 800-832-FISH (3474).

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20th case of rabies in NHC identified in fox

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer
Wednesday, October 31st, 2012, 12:37pm
20th case of rabies in NHC identified in fox

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The 20th case of rabies this year has been identified in a fox, according to officials with the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office.

Authorities say Tuesday, Animal Services was called to pick up a fox that was killed by a family dog along Seafarer Drive in Carolina Beach.

The owner dog’s owner had handled the pet after the altercation, meaning that the owner could have been exposed. Fortunately, the dog was up-to-date on its current rabies vaccine.

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4th annual Salty Paws Festival to be held Saturday

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer
Wednesday, October 17th, 2012, 1:30pm
4th annual Salty Paws Festival to be held Saturday

CAROLINA BEACH, NC (WECT) – The fourth annual Salty Paws Festival will be held Saturday at Carolina Beach Lake Park from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The festival is aimed at raising money for neglected animals, and there will be live music, pet contests, activities for kids, food and more. Microchipping for dogs will be available for $30.

For more information, call 910-458-7233.

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New Hanover County launches animal adoption Facebook page

Submitted by Will Tapper, Reporter
Thursday, August 16th, 2012, 10:41am
New Hanover County launches animal adoption Facebook page

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office launched a Facebook page showing off many of the animals that are up for adoption.

According to Sgt. J.J. Brewer, the sheriff’s office created the page last week and it is being maintained by a volunteer who is taking pictures of the animals and posting updates.

Brewer said the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office got some of their inspiration for the page after seeing Brunswick County’s animal adoption Facebook page. Although animal services is part of the sheriff’s office, Brewer said it’s the only part of the sheriff’s office where they have to market something to people. Since many people are on Facebook these days, it’s a way for them to reach as many people as possible.

“Facebook is a great way of networking,” Brewer said.

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Third case of mosquito-bourne illness found in New Hanover Co.

Submitted by Sanah Sayani, Multimedia Journalist
Wednesday, July 25th, 2012, 12:10pm
Third case of mosquito-bourne illness found in New Hanover Co.

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) - A third chicken with the mosquito-borne illness Eastern Equine Encephalitis has been found in New Hanover County. This is the third case in three weeks.

The New Hanover County Health Department is asking everyone be careful about mosquito bites.

There is currently no vaccine and no cure for this dangerous disease. The New Hanover County Health Director recommends to “minimize unprotected outdoor exposure at dawn and dusk, the times during the day when mosquito activity peaks as they search aggressively for blood meals. Protective measures include applying insect repellent and wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants.”

Although rare in humans, it is a serious concern and can be deadly.

Recently a couple of horses became ill  from EEE and were euthanized in Robeson and Bladen counties, according to a news release from NHC. Preventative vaccines are available for horses and should be administered by a veterinarian.

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Bring Seymore into your home

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Friday, June 29th, 2012, 9:01am

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - Are you looking to add a pet to your family? Consider adopting Seymore from the New Hanover County Humane Society.

Seymore is a 6-year-old Papillon that loves to run and play. He gets along well with other animals and small children and is searching for a permanent home.

If you're interested, contacted the NHC Humane Society:

New Hanover Humane Society
2405 North 23rd Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone: 910-763-6692

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