Animal rescuers host get-to-know-me event

December 6, 2010 Areawide Comments Off

In these photos, taken by Al Malpa…

Nancy Lawson of Second Chance Boxer Rescue of Woolrich, Maine with Natalie. Photo by Al Malpa.

Right, Reese, a 2-year-old white boxer, gives Nancy Lawson a hug during an adopt-a-pet event held at Mackey’s in Willimantic on Saturday, Dec. 4.

He is available through Second Chance Boxer Rescue of Woolrich, Maine.

Next, Miles, a 9-year-old Boston terrier, gives his friend, Boston terrier puppy Calie, a kiss. They are being cared for by the Boston Terrier Club and Rescue of Connecticut and are looking for permanent homes.

Miles and puppy-friend Calie, both cared for by the Boston Terrier Club and Rescue of Connecticut. Photo by Al Malpa.

Next, Cheryl Williams got some licks from Natalie, a 6-year-old Australian shepherd.

Williams is a member of the Aussie Rescue & Placement Helpline, the official rescue organization of the Australian Shepherd Club of America.

And finally, something got the attention of Labrador retrievers Calvin and Luna, who were at the event with Labs4rescue Inc. of Killingworth.

Cheryl Williams, a member of the Aussie Rescue & Placement Helpline, with Natalie. Photo by Al Malpa.

Calvin and Luna, with Labs4rescue, Inc. Photo by Al Malpa.

Posted Dec. 6, 2010

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