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New Town Pet Showcase - April

Posted on April 1, 2020 7:00 AM by Patti Vaticano

Oliver Marston (submitted by John Marston)

Oliver Marston having a deep philosophical conversation between barking at neighbor’s dogs and joggers

S’mores Courtney (submitted by Elizabeth Courtney)

This is S’mores! She is a Rex Rabbit mix, and we have had her for 3 years! She is a rescue bunny and a bit of a Diva, wanting to be massaged only when it suits her. Her favorite treats are clover and dandelion leaves.

Beau Kinkead (submitted by Rebecca Kinkead and Family)

This is Beau, our two-year old Golden Retriever rescue. He enjoys long walks, a special squeaky toy, and meeting new neighbors--and their dogs.

Gracie Lesnevich (submitted by Kathy Lesnevich)

Eight years ago, I was volunteering at a rescue shelter. The work was difficult and fast paced; however, one day, as I was racing down the hall, I stopped dead in my tracks for some unknown reason. I turned and saw that Gracie was at the front of her cubicle watching me. I told her I would be back the next day to get her. I completed the paperwork, paid the fee, and put her in my car. It was at that point I realized she only had three legs. Gracie lost her leg due to a staph infection when she was roaming in the Tennessee mountains. When I later registered Gracie for a lost pet service, I had to identify a distinguishing feature. Walker Treeing Coon Hounds all look alike, so all I could think of was a white spot on her forehead. The clerk laughed and reminded me of her missing leg. My eyes didn’t see that. When you truly love an animal or person, they are always perfect in your eyes--as it should be.
Gracie has turned out to be the sweetest dog, not at all slowed down by having a missing leg. Here in New Town, you will see Gracie being walked by Phil Roberts. Phil helped me with Gracie after my surgery. The two have now forged a strong bond. They enjoy a daily walking routine, together.

Rosabelle Browne (submitted by Teri Browne)

Hello, my name is Rosabelle or Rosie for short. Sometimes I am called “Pucki” or “Puppy” by my mother and grandmother.

I am a Coton de Tulear, a rare breed from Madagascar, and my ancestors were once the dogs of the Royal Court.

I have lived in Seattle, Colorado, and San Diego with different families and surmounted many challenges along the way. Now I am with my forever family in New Town and have become happy and frisky. My age is 13 years young.

Inside the house, I am quiet and communicate with my big black eyes and nose and an uplifting of my tail. I am friendly to everyone who enters our home. Outside, I own the territory of a large swath of houses along Roper Park that I defend vigorously against any dog or person that I see. I take my responsibility to protect my family very seriously.

I have little beds to rest in all over the house, good food to eat, treats, and Kristal and Teri who dote on me, so I guess you could say I am just a tiny bit spoiled--ha ha!

Belle Lunsford (submitted by Everett Lunsford)

Belle is a Chocolate Point Siamese and lives with New Town Resident, Everett Lunsford. Belle is 10 years old and was adopted from Heritage Humane two years ago when Everett’s previous cat passed away. Belle looks every bit of her name: Beautiful!

Honorable Mention (submitted by Max Pfannebecker)

This hippity-hopper, who just a couple days ago, was carrying quite a bit of extra rabbit and now looks a bit lighter. Somewhere, tucked in the shrubbery of Chelsea Green, is a nest of several newborn bunnies. Proud mom has been boldly foraging for food and practicing the art of social distancing with great caution.

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