A glimmer of Hope

I’ve heard it said that success stories are fuel for rescuers. In the Jan. 27 edition of the Erwin Record, check out the story of Hope, an American Pit Bull Terrier, and those locally and nationwide who helped save her life.

Here’s a teaser photo of her beautiful face. I really have one of the best jobs, getting paid to take photos of puppies for a living! Many thanks to Brad and Tammara Josselyn of Canine Hope All Breed Rescue, and all those who worked hard to give Hope a chance. Without them, this story wouldn’t have been possible.

That’s all I’m going to tell you for now — you’ll have to check out Tuesday’s edition for the full story and more beautiful photos. Call the main office, (423) 743-4112, if you’d like to buy a paper and have it mailed to you. On Tuesday we’ll also upload a photo gallery of all the photos I took of Hope, so that ya’ll can check out my work — no matter where you are!

Animal Needs at UCAS

While the new year is dawning, please keep in mind that our furry friends at the Unicoi County Animal Shelter are in need of a few things. Some of the items might be some household products that you aren’t using!

They need:
— Clorox Bleach and other cleaning products
— Kitten food (they have plenty of dry adult cat food)
— Puppy food (have plenty of adult dog food)
— Canned cat food
— Small trash bags, such as plastic bags from the grocery store (a good way to recycle!)
— Gift certificates for paper, ink and other office supplies
— Laundry detergent
— Disposable rubber gloves

Also, the animal shelter tends to get very full this time of year, so if you are considering ringing in the new year with a new best friend, please go down to the shelter and take a look!

Step by Step, Brick by Brick

I love the idea of buying a personalized brick to help support the soon-to-be-opened Unicoi County Animal Shelter.

The bricks are being sold in two sizes – a standard 4-by-8-inch brick and 12-by-12-inch.

The standard size will cost $50 each and can be personalized with up to three lines with 14 characters per line. The larger bricks can be purchased for $100 each and can include a company logo or up to six lines and 17 characters per line.
Animal Welfare Board Chairperson Sue Jean Wilson said the brick campaign is just another way for the county to rally around the shelter.

Bricks can be personalized to be in honor or in memory of a person or a pet.

Order forms for the bricks can be picked up at The Erwin Record’s office in historic downtown Erwin at 218 Gay St., the Unicoi County Sheriff’s Department at 102 N. Main Ave. or the County Mayor’s office in the Unicoi County Courthouse.