First-Time Dog Owner? Here Are Apps That Can Help Being a first-time dog owner comes with challenges. Obviously, your dog needs material things like a strong collar, a dependable leash, the right food, a cushiony bed, and a few toys. However, there are a lot of other considerations that could seemingly pop out of nowhere for those new to…
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by Purina and Petfinder.com In a recent petfinder.com survey, our shelter and rescue group members reported that older pets have the hardest time finding homes. It’s a sad reality that these great animals are often the last to be adopted from shelters. However, November is Adopt-a-Senior-Pet Month and we hope, with your help, to improve the adoption rate for older pets by spreading awareness…
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The fantastic folks at Family Dollar in Vine Grove, KY are teamed up with us once again for our annual Angel Tree Drive! Tentative date for our Angel Tree box setup is 16-23 November, 2020. So support our friends at Family Dollar through the holiday season, do your part, and stay safe! The SEASON OF GIVING is upon us once…
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Greetings, Animal Refuge Center fans! It’s been just a little over six months since our world turned upside down and we had to go on shutdown to protect everything we’ve worked for. For many of us, this has been the strangest experience of a lifetime. We’ve been busy. There’ve been a couple of times ARC had to go on full…
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Photo by Pexels If you’re a dog owner, you know the pure joy and happiness a dog can bring. They are a constant companion and a source of comfort, not to mention they’re always excited to see you. However, you also know the messes they can create, whether it’s fur, saliva, odors, or pet dander. Thankfully, you don’t have to…
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The Animal Refuge Center is closed to the public until further notice. We aren’t open for adoptions or surrenders at this time. Feel free to call us for advice and keep an eye on our adoptable pets at Pets For Adoption. We will let you know as soon we open for business again. We’re sorry for any inconvenience. Everyone out…
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In a gift card drive over the holidays, Feeders Supply in Elizabethtown, Kentucky raised more than $600 in Gift Cards for ARC! Thanks to the generosity of our community we were able to get toys for the dogs and cats, and much-needed food! We live in a wonderful community and we are so grateful for all you do to help…
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Preparing Your Child for the Responsibility of Being a Pet Owner “Can I have a pet?” It’s a question most parents hear at some point, and it may come with a little bit of fear and anxiety. Sure, pets come with plenty of benefits to your little one such as teaching responsibility and empathy, instilling confidence, improving socialization, and providing…
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The Animal Refuge Center lost its earliest Champion for animal welfare and animal rights on December 8, 2019. Post memories and well-wishes for her indomitable spirit in the comments below. Lucia A. Beeler Lucia, age 78, left this world on 12/08/19 to join all the beloved animals with whom she had shared her journey. Lucia was never too busy to…
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Need knows NO season! Want is ALL YEAR LONG. We were recently informed by the District and Regional Managers of the Vine Grove Family Dollar that they want to offer us the opportunity to offer a donation box at our local store ALL YEAR ROUND!!! The Animal Refuge Center does so much behind the scenes work for the community, and…
Read More#GivingTuesday is the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday when we catch our breaths from all the hectic holiday shopping and take a day to give to the things that are important to us. #Giving Tuesday is our opportunity, after offering thanks for the things we have, to give to our communities and support the charities we find…
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Image courtesy of Rawpixel Becoming a first-time dog owner is exciting! After all, you and your furry friend have countless walks and adventures ahead of you. In the flurry of getting a new pup, it’s important to make sure you have all the tools you need to keep your new friend in great health. You’ll Need A Smartphone…
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ARC’s Good Mews Monday We begin this week’s edition of Good Mews Monday with the fantastic news that two of our senior kitties have gone into permanent foster care. Best friends Fiona & Periwinkle went home together! Fiona arrived at ARC a tiny, shy kitten back in 2007. She’s still a rather small kitty and she’s fairly shy, but thankfully…
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ARC’s Good Mews Monday Our handsome gray and white, Kaplan, also went home yesterday. Kaplan arrived at ARC, a local surrender from Elizabethtown. Just one look at this gorgeous boy and we had a pretty good feeling he wouldn’t be at our rescue for long. Next up we have the cute orange and white tabby, Duncan. Duncan was in foster…
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ARC’s Good Mews Monday On Saturday Tink, our 1-year-old Black Lab/Shepherd mix, went to her forever home. Tink is a sassy pup who’s full of energy. She is sweet, smart, inquisitive and wants to show off her interactive skills, which she can now do with her new family. Tuesday saw Elvis officially adopted after spending several days in foster care…
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ARC would like to thank all of the wonderful people who came out to celebrate on Saturday with us. We all had a ton of fun and enjoyed meeting everyone and their fur babies, who were very well behaved. A great time was had by all!
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ARC’s Good Mews Monday The first of our adoptions took place on Wednesday. That was the day that Shirley, our beautiful 2-year-old Beagle, went to her forever home. Shirley is a love-bug and though she may not be as courageous as her sister Laverne, she is every bit as sweet. The pair were rescued from the Meade County Animal Control…
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ARC’s Good Mews Monday First up this week is Leo, our handsome 3-year-old, Basenji/Mountain Cur mix. Leo arrived at the Animal Refuge Center from another rescue within the community. He was originally pulled from a high intake shelter in the Atlanta area, where time was not favorable for him. He’s a sweet boy, who’s waited a long time to finally find…
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