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Asheville entrepreneurs launch doggie DNA testing business, What’s Your Mutt
Jason Sandford May 1, 2019

Genetic testing that can reveal some basic health and behavioral traits, which in turn can give dogs a voice, says JJ Apodaca.

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Asheville cat cafe pop-up shop opens Friday
Jason Sandford August 2, 2018

The two-day cat cafe pop-up, hosted by the Asheville Humane Society, opens at 10 a.m. Friday.

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Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Mountain Pet Rescue, new Asheville animal welfare group, raising funds
Jason Sandford December 11, 2017

A Weaverville woman well-known for playing Mrs. Claus at Craggy Mountain Line died recently, and more.

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Brother Wolf Animal Rescue to sell shelter, temporarily stop taking animals
Jason Sandford June 26, 2017

The sale of the shelter will fund a new animal sanctuary that Brother Wolf plans to build in Leicester, the group's executive director says.

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Asheville business
Aloft Asheville picked as top pet-friendly hotel
Jason Sandford October 25, 2016

Two years ago, the hotel launched a foster dog adoption program with Charlie’s Angels Animal Rescue to foster dogs in need of a forever home.

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Suds the brew cat protects beer and buddies up at Hendersonville’s Sanctuary Brewing
Jason Sandford June 9, 2016

Suds was adopted from the Working Cats program at the Asheville Humane Society.

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WIN PBR PET PACK at Feb. 27 benefit for Brother Wolf at The Mothlight in West Asheville
Jason Sandford February 16, 2016

Wind a PBR dog collar, leash, dog bowl and tennis ball at the fundraiser.

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Tracy Elliott named new executive director at Asheville Humane Society
Jason Sandford June 12, 2015

Elliott will lead the 30-year-old Asheville nonprofit.

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Brother Wolf Animal Rescue launches major no-kill campaign in Asheville area
Jason Sandford September 26, 2014

Brother Wolf is planning to go door-to-door to educate residents about its no-kill philosophy and offer its resources.

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Asheville business, Asheville features
A different kind of guest at Aloft Hotel in Asheville: adoptable dogs
Jason Sandford September 22, 2014

Aloft has teamed with Charlie's Angels Animal Rescue to have adoptable dogs hang out in the hotel for guests to meet.

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Patton Avenue Pet Co. to open second location in downtown Asheville
Jason Sandford April 17, 2014

The new store will open this summer in the former Sims futon store location at 109 Patton Ave.

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Dine to be Kind: Eat out in Asheville on Tuesday and benefit local pets
Jason Sandford March 3, 2014

More than 40 local restaurants will donate $15 percent of food and drink sales to the Asheville Humane Society on Tuesday.

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Ashvegas Pet of the Week: Ginger, sweet to all people she meets
Jason Sandford January 27, 2014

For the perfect home this month only, Brother Wolf Animal Rescue is waiving Ginger's adoption fee and tossing in a year's supply of dog food.

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Brother Wolf Animal Rescue names new executive director for Asheville shelter
Jason Sandford December 18, 2013

Brother Wolf also announces a plan to achieve status as a no-kill shelter, as well.

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Asheville benefits
UPDATED Ashvegas, LoLo partner to raise money for Brother Wolf in Asheville
Jason Sandford December 3, 2013

LoLo, the new loyalty program created by Asheville entrepreneur Clark Harris, will give $2 to Brother Wolf every new LoLo sign up.

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Couple donates $22,000 to Brother Wolf, challenges community to donate $4,000 more
Jason Sandford June 19, 2013

The couple donated the money to help BWAR buy new commercial washers and dryers.

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Asheville Humane Society, Animal Compassion Network to merge
Jason Sandford May 1, 2013

The two animal welfare organizations are combining forces to survive and keep serving the public.

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Asheville benefits
Party tonight to benefit Animal Compassion Network
Jason Sandford April 11, 2013

Sponsored by the Asheville Affiliates. At Highland Brewing. Music by DJ Marley. 'Nuff said.

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Ashvegas Pet of the Week: Meet Grady
Jason Sandford April 3, 2013

Grady, about 5 years old, is wary of strangers and a big jumper.

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Homes for the holidays: Primrose
Jason Sandford December 10, 2012

Primrose the flame-point Siamese is looking for a home for Christmas.

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Ring in the new year with Brother Wolf’s ‘masquerade furball’
Jason Sandford December 5, 2012

Proceeds will benefit homeless animals in and around Asheville.

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Asheville News
Fix your pit bull or pit bull mix for free
Jason Sandford October 10, 2012

Appointments are required, but this is a real deal.

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Brother Wolf to hold grand opening of new retail store on June 16
Jason Sandford May 30, 2012

Press release here: Brother Wolf Animal Rescue welcomes you to the Grand Opening of our Re-Tail Store on Saturday, June 16th from 12-4pm, located at 38 Glendale Avenue in Asheville off of Swannanoa River Road. ...

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Empassioned plea from Ashvegas reader: Stray dog who lives in Country Club of North Asheville neighborhood should not be captured, put down
Jason Sandford February 2, 2012

Here’s the note from loyal reader Caroline: Hi Jason, I was hoping you could draw some attention to this subject: I live in the Country Club of North Asheville neighborhood, I’ve been renting here for ...

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Patton Avenue Pet Company to hold grand opening event Saturday; free nail trims, food samples, more
Jason Sandford January 9, 2012

Here’s the press release: Patton Avenue Pet Company is proud to announce our Grand Opening event, Saturday January 14th from noon until 4. Bring the furry kids and the human kids; all are welcome for ...

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Patton Avenue Pet Company now open in West Asheville
Jason Sandford December 19, 2011

The Patton Avenue Pet Company is now officially open for business in West Asheville, according to loyal reader Jenna, the store’s owner. Time to go check it out. And buy your pet a Christmas present! ...

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