Salty Paws Festival fetches fun for dogs and owners
Veronica Pentony | Staff Writer
Issue date: 10/28/09 Section: Lifestyles
"I like the nurturing part of it. Baby squirrels are so helpless, like human babies. I enjoy raising them, it's sad when I have to release them. I mean, don't get me wrong, I am not trying to protect every squirrel, I just do what I can to help," said Havener.
Helping animals was what most of the booths at the Salty Paws Festival aimed to achieve. While some of the booths helped animals find good homes, whether domestic or in their natural environment, other booths sold dog accessories or dog treats. There were also a few booths that educated people about their pet and the dangers that can occur if precautions are not taken.
Officer Jodi Kerwin of New Hanover Health Department helped educate pet owners and animal lovers on the awareness and importance of getting the rabies vaccination.
"This year alone we have had many cases of rabies. There have been either 19 or 20 positive cases in New Hanover this year," Kerwin said.
The New Hanover Health Department is responsible for removing dangerous wildlife as well as responding to any complaints of wild animals. The department helps to raise the awareness of rabies and other health problems for both pets and humans.
The Salty Paws Festival brought many different causes together all to accentuate and celebrate animals and the joy they bring, while also giving out important information and awareness to pet owners.
Helping animals was what most of the booths at the Salty Paws Festival aimed to achieve. While some of the booths helped animals find good homes, whether domestic or in their natural environment, other booths sold dog accessories or dog treats. There were also a few booths that educated people about their pet and the dangers that can occur if precautions are not taken.
Officer Jodi Kerwin of New Hanover Health Department helped educate pet owners and animal lovers on the awareness and importance of getting the rabies vaccination.
"This year alone we have had many cases of rabies. There have been either 19 or 20 positive cases in New Hanover this year," Kerwin said.
The New Hanover Health Department is responsible for removing dangerous wildlife as well as responding to any complaints of wild animals. The department helps to raise the awareness of rabies and other health problems for both pets and humans.
The Salty Paws Festival brought many different causes together all to accentuate and celebrate animals and the joy they bring, while also giving out important information and awareness to pet owners.
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