PROTECT LOCAL PETS Support These Rescues for Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, and in honor of this great holiday, we would like to encourage our readers to support, donate to, or even adopt from one of these great local pet rescues.
SPCA OF WAKE COUNTY Where: 200 Petfinder Lane, Raleigh When: Every day from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Website: SPCAWake.org
The SPCA of Wake County is not only committed to helping stray or homeless animals find their families, but it also dedicates many of its resources to education, training, and other programs that ensure positive animal welfare across North Carolina. The organization offers food delivery options for low-mobility seniors or those who cannot travel to get food for their pets, and it helps with disaster relief efforts for animal protection. Families and children can also learn more about how to be good stewards to local animals, while its spay/neuter program ensures there are fewer homeless pets on the streets. Learn more or donate online!
TAKE A BREAK
SECOND CHANCE ANIMAL ADOPTION Where: 6003 Chapel Hill Road, Suite 133, Raleigh When: Monday–Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Website: SecondChanceNC.org
BREAKFAST SWEET POTATOES Inspired by AmbitiousKitchen.com
In 1987, three local women decided to do their part for homeless and stray pets in the Raleigh region. Together, they became foster parents to countless cats and dogs, helping them find their forever homes in the process. Today, that organization is Second Chance, and it is dedicated to helping animals find homes. The shelter remains committed to every animal it serves, offering pets a place to call home while they wait for just the right family. The organization also has a cageless, no-kill facility for its cats. You can find your next furry friend online!
Finish the end of sweet potato season strong with this must-try breakfast recipe!
INGREDIENTS
• 2 medium sweet potatoes • 2 tbsp of your preferred nut butter
SAVING GRACE Where: 13400 Old Creedmoor Road, Wake Forest When: Monday–Friday from 12–7 p.m. Website: SavingGraceNC.org
• 1 banana, sliced • 2 tsp chia seeds • Cinnamon and salt to taste
DIRECTIONS
Saving Grace was founded in 2004, and it specializes in helping pets in rural parts of North Carolina. The shelter also takes in animals from other shelters that cannot house the pets due to space. This makes Saving Grace an essential path to adoption for many animals who may otherwise slip through the cracks. While they wait for their homes, animals at Saving Grace enjoy a farm setting and lots of volunteers and foster families. Learn more online!
1. Preheat the oven to 375 F and cover a medium baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. 2. Poke holes in the sweet potatoes and bake on the prepared sheet for 45–60 minutes. 3. Once cooled, split the sweet potatoes down the middle and top with nut butter, banana, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt.
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