My family has grown in love and joy through the wonderful canine companion that we got from…read more Sarge's. Even during COVID with special precautions for safety, they took extra time to help match us with an excellent dog for our family. They demonstrated great care for all their pups, cleanliness, kindness, and knowledge about their different dog's dispositions and needs. Thanks for all your hard work and saving these great animals.

Sarge's is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that rescues homeless cats and dogs in Haywood County and places…read morethem in permanent and loving homes. They believe animals are an integral part of our lives and they enjoy seeing the excitement on adopters' faces as they add a new canine or feline family member. They are growing and expanding as an organization currently, but their mission stays the same: increasing the save rate of Haywood County's homeless pets! Their mission is to save animals from euthanasia in the Haywood County Animal Shelter. Unfortunately, the number of animals who arrive at HCAS is so great that they can only remain there for a limited time before room must be made for more arrivals. They rescue those healthy and adoptable animals who are in danger of euthanasia.

Where do I start? Well, I can't start with my local version of the Bumpus Hounds, because despite…read morethe fact that they need to be controlled, they are not feline. Ditto for the Great Pyrenees twins that mysteriously vanished when their beauty took a second seat to upkeep. A good starting place is the moment when people who get tired of a cat dump the responsibility of that animal right in the lap of the general public, namely neighbors. You would be surprised at the societal standing of these dumpers- they may be well off, pious, have other pets, superstitious about black mammals, or all four. You will be surprised that they could be so callous. For about ten years now, I have taken care of about seven cats. Two were struck by cars, three moved on, and two currently live with me. That is not counting their kittens. They all had or have names. Misa and Tom are my current friends. They are lovers. They have access to outside shelter. I have a FeralVilla, and have made shelters in the past as well. Misa now comes into my house when it is too cold outside. Taking care of stray or wild cats is expensive. We have spent hundreds of dollars on these cats this past decade. When Misa approached us last fall of 2017, we tried to ignore her. Snowbelle's death had taken a toll on us. We noticed that Misa was pregnant in the late winter of 2018. In the spring of 2018, Misa gave birth to five kittens on our property. We had to purchase litter boxes, litter, scoops, food, give them water and shelter, wash their bedding, protect them, and take them to the vet. It cost us a lot of money. We knew we had to take action. In the past, we had heard about free services to fix cats. My husband decided to call up HAWA- Haywood Animal Welfare Association. Their Trap-Neuter-Release (TNR) program helped us so much. All services were extensive and free. They fixed MIsa and Tom, who had obviously mated. HAWA even offered to fix their progeny when they were of age to be fixed. All of our kittens were eventually adopted by friends. We felt good knowing that HAWA was around. Last summer, Black Hayate came back. A preteen of Misa's, she had shooed him off when her new kits were born. We called Donna, one of two Donnas who worked for HAWA. The Donnas are angels. Donna told us that HAWA had gotten new directors. The new director shut down the TNR program, impounded all trapping materials, released all the volunteers (including the Donnas), and refused to ask for any grants for the 2019 TNR year. Propaganda was spread, and maybe politics are involved. HAWA, also known as Haywood Spay/Neuter, is friends with the county animal shelter. HAWA never responded to the letter that I addressed to the directors expressing how the TNR program helped us dearly. So, the fired volunteers formed Lend Us Your Ear, a team that fixes cats, gives them medication, a rabies shot, and a flea dip. They come to your house, the cat is handed over or humanely trapped, the cat is serviced, and then released back onto your property. If a cat gets an illness, they will take care of that, too. I told you that they are angels. LUYE's status as a non-profit is pending. Donations are needed. Forty bucks is the exact cost of fixing one cat. Call LUYE if you have a wild cat or strayish cat. The cat will be fixed and better cat and human society. If you need a mouser for your barn that you are responsible for and will not be a whim until a prettier cat comes along, you can call LUYE to see if anyone left a cat behind. Look for the "Black Cat Forum", an upcoming meeting that LUYE is going to have with the public. Please support LUYE! Get the word out. This review is dedicated to the rough, male version of Misa and the gorgeous Maine coon that we see from time to time. And to Misa, my familiar.

Had a bleeding and cut dog and was told they didn't have time. These people are losers. Dont waste…read moreyour time.

I found them to be dishonest in their pricing, especially when boarding. There were a lot of…read moreexpenses not disclosed up front.

Perfect selection to find a freshly baked biscuit or two for souvenirs to bring home …read more Lots of accessories, food, and all sorts of pet supplies too. They offered to personalize a biscuit too which will be a present for a pup friend too!

So much fun! We stopped in to buy some treats for our three dogs. From the minute you walk in, you…read moreknow this is a dog lover's haven! We browsed through several of the handmade decorated dog cookies - finally deciding on the cutest squirrel! - and then made our way over to their packaged treats. We decided on the "Bacon Bites" and then a "Peanut Butter and Jelly" bag of treats as well. Staff was very helpful and knowledgeable. It was a true pleasure shopping in this shop! **UPDATE: Our dogs absolutely LOVED the treats!! The "Bacon Bites" in particular are a big hit!!**

While buying new dog toys I made sure to pick up all the ones marked $9.99 . Yet when I got to the…read moreregister more than half of them rang up 2 to $4 over that. So, you cannot believe the signs with prices here! Buyer beware!

Our dog has some digestive issues and a member of their staff was extremely helpful in assisting us…read morewith finding/selecting the right food.

Lisa is great! She does a great job no matter if you need training, grooming or boarding! She…read morereally cares about the dogs and it shows in everything she does.

From the owner: Hi. My name is Lisa Monteith. I am the Owner, Trainer and Groomer at K-9 Curriculum, Inc. I am a…read morecertified pet trainer and certified pet groomer. I am trained in Pet First Aid and CPR so whether your dog is training with me or being groomed they will be in good hands. I am a life-long animal lover and dog enthusiast. My motto is "The Best Things in Life Are Furry!" I was born in Asheville, North Carolina and raised in Glenville, North Carolina. I learned my love for animals from my Mom and Dad. I have always dreamed of training and working with animals and thought its time to bring those dreams to life. I enrolled in the Penn Foster Grooming Program and the Dog Obedience Training Program at Animal Behavior College and here we go. . . When you think about all the dangers your dog could be exposed to in this world, it is hard to believe that the leading cause of dogs being surrendered to shelters and/or ultimately euthanized is behavior problems. Having a good relationship with your dog from the beginning, whether you get them as a puppy or adopt an older dog from a shelter is extremely important. K-9 Training Classes go along way to help you get this relationship off on the right paw.