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February 21

Male cats neutered for just $15!

Two vaccines are required for this service. Cat owners will need to show proof of current Rabies and FVRCP (Distemper combo) vaccinations for their pet, or they may get the vaccines on the day of the surgery. With surgery, the cost for each shot is just $5.00.

Microchips will be also available at the reduced rate of $10.00. Cat owners must make an appointment. Feral cats are not eligible for this event.

Call 302-0556 for an appointment.

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Who is your Feline Valentine?

Could it be Apple Jax? Maybe it's Conrad? Is it Snugs?

Pet Helpers Feline Valentine Adoption Special allows you to find your purrfect match for just 50% of the standard adoption fee during the month of February!

Love is a four-legged word.

Details

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Save the date!

March 20, 7pm-11pm

Pet Helpers Oyster Roast

Charleston Visitor Center - 375 Meeting Street

Adults - $35 in advance/$40 at the door

College Students - $25 in advance/$30 at the door

Kids 6 to 12 - $10 in advance/$15 at the door

Kids 6 and under - free

>>click here for special events info<<

>>click here for online registration and ticket purchase<<

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Check out Salty Dog Paw Prints

at the Southeastern Wildlife Expo!

A portion of all Salty Dog sales at this event benefit Pet Helpers!

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Thank you!

The Charleston Crab Hosue Benefit Oyster Roast for Pet Helpers

raised $1,364 on January 22!

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Pickles the dog visited Daisy Troop #566 on January 26 for an animal welfare lesson and got a mountain of wonderful donations for our shelter! Thanks, girls!

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Rescue me, and I promise to rescue you!

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Your 2010 Pet Helpers Day Planners are Here!!

Click Here to Order Your Day Planner Online

Click Here to View our Sponsors

Sales Locations:

Charleston: RSVP

James Island: All is Well, Good Dog Bakery, Wag Factory

Kiawah: Indigo Books

Mt. Pleasant: All is Well, Animal Eye Care, Aubergine Home, Crushed Fine Wines, Doolittles, Gwynn's, Open House, Pet Emporium

West Ashley: All is Well, Doolittles, Drayton Hall, Open House

Summerville: All is Well, Doolittles, People Places & Quilts, Pet Lover's Warehouse

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Look at these socially conscious kids from Harbor View Elementary School on James Island! Thanks to the leadership of Ms. Sessoms and Mrs. Beatty - the students were able to raise $372.65 in donations, along with a fabulous amount of food and snacks for the pets here at the shelter.

Thank you to all...we are SO proud of you!!

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Kids Making a Difference

With summertime coming to a close and the schoolbells soon to ring - check out these kids who have decided to make a difference this summer by contributing much needed funds and items to the animals here at the shelter! Kids...take some time this year to have a positive influence on your community - you really can change the world!!

Click here for their stories....

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Support Organizations that Support Pet Helpers
Click Here for Links to our Sponsors Websites.

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Join us now on Facebook, MySpace and Twitter!

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Featured Pet: Roscoe

Roscoe is a playful Beagle mix who could bring bouncy joy into your life! After being part of a family for three years, he is back in a shelter and hoping for a second chance. He is 5 years old, housetrained, likes kids, is good with other dogs, tolerates cats, and is pretty darn quiet for a Beagle! He would be happy as a solo dog, or part of a pack of canines.

Visit Roscoe's Page >>>

Featured Pet: Taz

Taz is a feline that you won’t soon forget once you’ve met him! This guy is a curious and friendly feline who would do well solo or with other cats. He has a very energetic, people-oriented personality and would love to be back in a home again. He was turned in after his previous owner ran into financial difficulties last summer. He a visitor favorite that hasn’t found the right humans yet! Meet him today!

Visit our other adoptable cats >>>

Pet Helpers thanks LowCountryToday.com for their support!

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Support Pet Helpers...

Enter Count On 2's Pet of the Year Contest!

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REWARD

Pet Helpers is seeking information regarding the abuse of Weezer, who was shot in the face with a small caliber weapon.

Click here for more information

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Thank you!

Stingrays Hockey Dog Days of Winter on January 10, 17, and 24 raised over $650 for Pet Helpers!

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Shopping with GoodShop or Bring Pets Home supports Pet Helpers.

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Pet helpers Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic

The clinic is open Monday through Thursday. Please call 302-0556 for an appointment.

Click here for Clinic Services and Fees

or Call 843.302.0556

Feral Cats

Trap Neuter and Return

Donate a Trap

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Upcoming Events

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Feline Valentine Adoption Special in February - Cats over three for a half-off adoption fee! Adopt an adult cat for just $50 and get a free Paw Points Cat First Aid Kit provided by the ASPCA. Love is a four-legged word this January! Details

Volunteer Orientation THIS SESSION IS FULL! February 20 at 11:00am at Pet Helpers. Call 795-1110 to reserve a spot in this required training session for new volunteers. One-hour session.

Tom Cat Blitz! February 21 - That's right! It's time for our next neuter-a-thon! Male cats will be neutered for just $15.00 at this event. Two vaccines are required for this service. Cat owners will need to show proof of current Rabies and FVRCP (Distemper combo) vaccinations for their pet, or they may get the vaccines on the day of the surgery. With surgery, the cost for each shot is just $5.00. Microchips will be also available at the reduced rate of $10.00. Cat owners must make an appointment. Feral cats are not eligible for this event.

Paws Go Red! Sunday, February 28 - Pet Helpers, the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women campaign, and MUSC Heart & Vascular Center team up at the James Island County Park for human and canine health, featuring heart health screenings for dogs and owners, pet and owner photos by Laura Olsen Imagery, a Go Red Dog Walk, Go Red dog costume competition, and more! All for a $1 entry fee into the park!

Volunteer Orientation March 2 at 6:00pm at Pet Helpers. Call 795-1110 to reserve a spot in this required training session for new volunteers. One-hour session.

Pet Support Team for Junior Volunteers- Pet Helpers Junior Volunteer Program, the Pet Support Team, will meet on Saturday, March 6 at 2:00 PM. Kids ages 6 to 11 are invited to join this group of young animal lovers for a monthly meeting. Parents MUST email Christine Bush at cbush@pethelpers.org to register for upcoming sessions. Thank you.

Paws and Claws on Ice at the Ice Palace - March 13, 3:00-6:00 pm. Pet gallery, ice show, free skating, and more!

Kids Fair at the Gaillard Municipal Auditorium, March 14, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Be a part of Charleston’s 22nd annual premier family fun event! Free entertainment, give-a-ways, and activities.

Pet Helpers Oyster Roast! Shuck your paws off with Pet Helpers on March 20! Join us 7:00 - 11:00 PM at the Charleston Visitors Center, Meeting Street. Presented by Rosebank Farms Cafe, Fatboy's Lowcountry Cooking, and Elizabeth Grace Occasions. All-You-Can Eat Oysters, Lowcountry Boil, Hot Dogs, Veggie Dogs, Chili, and more. Silent Auction. Live Music by the Shakin' Martinis.

Volunteer Orientation March 27 at 11:00am at Pet Helpers. Call 795-1110 to reserve a spot in this required training session for new volunteers. One-hour session.

Edgewater Bridge Run at Famous Joe’s, West Ashley - March 27 - A fun and less strenuous alternative to the Cooper River Bridge Run! Support Pet Helpers and enjoy music, drinks, food, and more.

Pet Helpers Microchip Clinic and Folly Beach Rabies Clinic- April 3, 8:00 am - 12:30 pm. Low-cost rabies vaccines for your four-legged friends!

Sea & Sand Festival, Folly Beach - April 17. Visit Pet Helpers at this local festival favorite!

For more info, visit our Special Events Page

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http://www.oxygenmasks4pets.com/index.html

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Sit Up and Beg Wish List!

Remember! All donations are tax deductible.

Click here to view our Full Wish List!

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Buy pet medication at the Petango Store and $1 of your purchase goes back to Pet Helpers!

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CLASSY CANINES

Charleston’s School for Dogs offer $99 puppy and dog classes for canines adopted from Pet Helpers. The classes are 6 weeks long and are held at 6pm every Tuesday night at the shelter. Space is limited so you must call 843.795.1110 to schedule a slot.

To learn more about their training techniques please visit:

www.charlestonschoolfordogs.com

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CAN'T ADOPT?

THEN SPONSOR A PET!

We keep all of our pets until they are adopted. Some pets have been at the shelter longer than others. We know that one day we'll find the right home for them, but in the mean time we try to find them "sponsor parents." This is a great option for someone who may not be allowed to have a pet in their apartment, but wants a pet in their life. Sponsorships also make great gifts for young animal lovers.

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