Nigel’s Story

From homeless to hero… that’s the journey that Nigel is on. Nigel is Irish for “Champion” and that is what he has become.

This 2 ½ year old Airedale mix was left behind when his family moved away. A kind neighbor left food out for him, but he spent the next year wandering the neighborhood and living in the woods.

A wonderful group of women decided to help. They took him to a vet, got him groomed and medically evaluated, and planned to find a home for him. When Nigel was found to have heartworms, they asked the Music City Animal Rescue in Nashville, TN to help with his treatment. These women even raised the money to pay for it. During Nigel’s treatment, the foster saw his potential for therapy dog work and decided to keep him.

Despite his past, he has an extremely calming presence around people. He enjoys being around big groups and will make sure he visits everyone who wants to love on him. He has attended church functions, nursing homes, and events for Music City Animal Rescue as an ambassador for rescue dogs. He even attended the Midnight Jamboree, a country music radio show in Nashville. The picture of Nigel is when he attended the 2017 Breakfast with Santa as Nigel Claus. He had so much fun that day and the children loved him!

Nigel will continue to be a hero and champion in the future as he will be trained as a therapy dog.

Awards, Voting and Prizes

Voting to determine the 2018 American Hero Dog is open!
From now until 12pm Pacific Time on April 25, you can vote for your favorite dog in each of the seven categories each day, for a total of seven votes each day. This round of voting will determine the top three dogs in each category!

Seven lucky finalists and their human companions will be flown to Hollywood for a star-studded awards gala, which will be broadcast nationwide on Hallmark Channel next fall. Of all the courageous canines, one dog will be awarded the grand prize American Hero Dog title. In order to cultivate the next generation of hero dogs, American Humane will donate $2,500 to each of the seven finalist’s charity partners, and the American Hero Dog will win an additional $5,000 for their charity partner!

Key dates for the 2018 American Humane Hero Dog Awards contest include:

1st Round Voting: Now until April 25, 2018
2nd Round Voting: May 16, 2018 – July 11, 2018
3rd Round Voting: July 25, 2018 – September 5, 2018
American Humane Hero Dog Awards gala event in Los Angeles – September 29, 2018

For more information about the 2018 American Humane Hero Dog Awards®, and to vote daily in the contest, please visit www.herodogawards.org.

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Stationary Card Sets Available: (Cats, Flowers, Animals, Scenic and Travel)

Cat Set

-12 cards (6 different cards with 2 copies each) $15
-18 cards (6 different cards with 3 copies each) $20

This set is titled “family” and is a part of our family. We rescued the stray pregnant female May of 2015 and she is now our Mama June, a wonderful mother and sweet cat. Having just days before lost our cat of 15 years it was an incredible experience to watch the kittens grow. Want to read more about the rescue story, click here.

Flower Set

-12 cards (6 different cards with 2 copies each) $15
-18 cards (6 different cards with 3 copies each) $20

This flower set is from different areas of Nashville, Huntsville and St. Louis.

Animal Set

-12 cards (6 different cards with 2 copies each) $15
-18 cards (6 different cards with 3 copies each) $20

These animal pictures were taken on different trips from Alabama to Hawaii. There is so much beauty and strength in these amazing creatures.

Scenic Set

-12 cards (4 different cards with 3 copies each) $15

These pictures were taken from left to right (Kauai, Hawaii, Kennebunkport, Maine, Bald Head Island, NC, and the Bahamas).

Travel Set

-12 cards (4 different cards with 3 copies each) $15

All four of these photographs were taken on the beautiful island of Santorini, Greece. An unforgettable spot especially as there were community dogs lying around everywhere.

If you want to purchase cards, you may do so through our Etsy shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrayMagnet. Prefer to cut down on fees and have more go to the animals, just email us at contact@straymagnet.com. You can designate which animal organization your proceeds go to from our list or choose your own.

Nashville Organizations that we support:

Nashville Cat Rescue
website: http://awos.petfinder.com

Nashville Humane Association
website: www.nashvillehumane.org

Happy Tales Humane
website: happytaleshumane.com

New Leash on Life
website: newleashonline.org

Humane Society of Sumner County
website: www.sumnerhumane.org

Agape Animal Rescue
website: www.agaperescue.org

Music City Animal Rescue
website: www.MusicCityAnimalRescue.com

Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue
website: proverbs1210.rescuegroups.org

Walden’s Puddle Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
website: www.waldenspuddle.org

National Organizations:

ASPCA
website: https://www.aspca.org

Best Friends Animal Sanctuary
website: http://bestfriends.org

Humane Society of the United States
website: http://www.humanesociety.org

Photographs taken by Brooke Schroeder.

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This week’s pick is Lady from Music City Animal Rescue.

Brief Description:

-2 years old
-Border Collie mix
-Spayed
-Up-to date on shots

Meet Lady!  She is a 2 yr old Border Collie mix who was rescued from a hoarding situation in May of 2015.

Lady is very lovable and smart.  She is shy when she first meets you (but she will warm up) and watch out when she does!

She is very energetic and loves to run and play outside.   Because she was not as socialized and lacked some of the manners a lady should possess,  Lady has been attending obedience training and just graduated this month.  She learned so many things, we think Lady has become quite “the Lady” that she should be.

She is housebroken and crate trained. Good with cats and other dogs ( she loves puppies)!  Lady is up-to-date on all of her shots, heartworm negative, spayed and microchipped.

If you are interested in meeting Lady, please contact Rebecca Wilson – Dog Team Coordinator at (231) 920-4044

About Music City Animal Rescue:

Music City Animal Rescue is a non-profit, 501(c)3, no-kill animal rescue. Established in July of 2013, the rescue may be new but it’s founder, Vickie Harris, and those that volunteer and work with the rescue are certainly not new to the tremendous need of animals in and around Middle Tennessee as well as across the United States.

Music City Animal Rescue is different than many rescues because we take in not only cats and dogs, but rabbits, horses, goats, birds, reptiles etc….If we have experience or know someone who does, we do all that we can to rescue an animal in need.

“We are a foster home network”, says Vickie, “and we are limited to the number of animals we can help by the number of foster homes we have”. If you or someone you know, would be interested in getting more information on how to become a foster or volunteer, please contact Vickie Harris at (615) 485-4452 or email MusicCityAnimalRescue@gmail.com.

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Saturday, October 31st, 10:00am – 1:00pm.

There will be live music, a magician, pet costume contests and lots of other food and games!  Everyone is free to bring their dogs and Music City Animal Rescue will have dogs for adoption that day as well.

Schedule:

10:00 Opening Ceremony
10:30 Costume Contest Registration with Celebrity Judges: Jennifer Herron, Bobby Marquez, Moore & Moore, Dan Phillips of Fox 17
11:00 Magic Show with Award-Winning Magician Bruce Amato
12:50 Survivor Lap
1p.m. Closing Ceremony and costume contest winners announced

Event Day Activities: On-Going

Live musical entertainment: Bobby Marquez with Harry James, Lucas Ciliberti
Paw Walk (aka Cake Walk)
Kissing Booth with Timmy the Golden Retriever sponsored by Music City Animal Rescue (MCAR)
Photo Booth: PYXELography
MCAR On-site Pet Adoptions
Metro Police K-9 Unit with Sgt. Chris Warner

Food and Vendors: On-Going 

Hotdog and Hamburgers
Drinks
Snacks and Cotton Candy
BFF Treats – For Dogs
Luv My Leash
Doterra Essential Oils
Music City Pet Sitting
StrayMagnet.com

Presenting Sponsors:

Granite Retirement
Regen Tax
Music City Animal Rescue

Additional event information is available at http://main.acsevents.org, facebook page https://www.facebook.com.

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This week’s pick is Bruce from Music City Animal Rescue.

Brief Description:
-Pittie Mix
-Male
-1.5 years old
-Neutered
-Up-to date on shots

“This sweet boy is Bruce.  He was found wondering in East Nashville with a large leather belt around his neck and dragging a huge chain.  The hair around his neck was gone and he was infested with fleas and dirty.  He would not eat and was very afraid of lots of things and noises.

This is Bruce today!  A healthy and happy young man – probably around a year and a half.  He is fully grown now and probably weighs around 40 – 45 lbs.  He is just the sweetest thing.  He loves to sleep on the couch – his appetite is what it should be now and many of his fears no longer exist.

He is fully vetted and neutered – heartworm negative and just so anxious to find a forever home.   He is good with other dogs and children.  He has not been introduced to cats – but his temperament should allow him to adjust to them as well.   Bruce is one of the “WONDER” dogs we call them.  It is a WONDER they survived the conditions they came from - it is a WONDER that they have turned out to be such a great pet and he will be a WONDER-FUL addition to your family.”

If you would like to meet Bruce, please email MusicCityAnimalRescue@gmail.com or call at (615) 485-4452.

About Music City Animal Rescue:
Music City Animal Rescue is a non-profit, 501(c)3, no-kill animal rescue. Established in July of 2013, the rescue may be new but it’s founder, Vickie Harris, and those that volunteer and work with the rescue are certainly not new to the tremendous need of animals in and around Middle Tennessee as well as across the United States.

Music City Animal Rescue is different than many rescues because we take in not only cats and dogs, but rabbits, horses, goats, birds, reptiles etc….If we have experience or know someone who does, we do all that we can to rescue an animal in need.

“We are a foster home network”, says Vickie, “and we are limited to the number of animals we can help by the number of foster homes we have.  Right now, we are in severe need of anyone who is willing to foster a dog, cat, kitten, puppy, etc…”

*If you or someone you know, would be interested in getting more information on how to become a foster or volunteer, please contact Vickie Harris at (615) 485-4452 or email Vickie@Paws4Health.com

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This week’s pick is our very own foster a handsome male tabby kitten, ready for adoption through Music City Animal Rescue.

Brief Description:
-Domestic Short Hair
-Male
-9 weeks
-Orange Tabby
-Up to date on vaccinations
-Adoption Fee $75

This precious little boy is playful as a kitten but also very laid back. He purrs when you walk in the room and will jump in your lap. There’s a reason why male tabby cats are thought of as the best. Come meet this little boy and find out why! He has had lots of socialization with adults and children.

Email us at contact@straymagnet.com to set up a visit.

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This week’s pick are three siblings: Spitfire, Tina and Ebony from Music City Animal Rescue.

Spitfire

Brief Description:
-3 siblings 1 boy and 2 girls
-2 years old
-Spayed/Neutered
-Up-to date on shots

The three have grown up together and are used to being around other cats. They have not been around dogs but would probably be fine if slowly introduced.

SPITFIRE:  My foster mommy named me Spitfire because when I was just a tiny kitten (before I could even mew very well) I would make a little spit noise when I was mad.  I don’t do that any more because I am never mad.  I am a big boy, with big soft paws.  I love to play with my two sisters and I like to be talked to and kissed on the nose.

Tina

TINA: Originally nickamed T-Tiny Tina because she was the smallest.  I’m not T-Tiny any more but I am tall and slender.  I am full of energy.  I love to run and climb my cat tree.

EBONY:  I LOVE to talk.  I tend to be a little shy at first but once I get to know you, I want to be in your lap and rub on you and kneed on you and TALK to you!  I have Personality Plus!!   I am the most independent of us all.

If you would like to visit with any of the cats contact Vickie@Paws4Health.com or call (615) 485-4452.

TINA, EBONY, and SPITFIRE would do well adopted together or separately.

Ebony

About Music City Animal Rescue:
Music City Animal Rescue is a non-profit, 501(c)3, no-kill animal rescue. Established in July of 2013, the rescue may be new but it’s founder, Vickie Harris, and those that volunteer and work with the rescue are certainly not new to the tremendous need of animals in and around Middle Tennessee as well as across the United States.

Music City Animal Rescue is different than many rescues because we take in not only cats and dogs, but rabbits, horses, goats, birds, reptiles etc….If we have experience or know someone who does, we do all that we can to rescue an animal in need.

“We are a foster home network”, says Vickie, “and we are limited to the number of animals we can help by the number of foster homes we have.  Right now, we are in severe need of anyone who is willing to foster a dog, cat, kitten, puppy, etc…”

If you or someone you know, would be interested in getting more information on how to become a foster or volunteer, please contact Vickie Harris at (615) 485-4452 or email Vickie@Paws4Health.com

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This week’s pick is Cocoa from Music City Animal Rescue.

Brief Description:

-Female
-Persian mix
-3.5 years old
-de-clawed (front paws)
-Spayed
-Up-to date on shots

“I am such a sweet and easy going kitty.” “I don’t require a lot of attention. I am quiet and love to lay beside you or at your feet and watch TV or listen to music with you.

I get along well with grown-ups – most dogs and children, as long as they take it slow.

I don’t think I like other kitties though. I tolerate them, but I’d like to be your favorite! My owners had my front paws de-clawed so it is hard for me to defend myself.

I enjoy my foster home but I would really love to have a forever home again, somewhere that I know I will never have to leave.”

If you are interested in adopting Cocoa please email us at Vickie@Paws4Health.com or call (615) 485-4452.

See Cocoa’s full listing and other adoptable pets at http://musiccityanimalrescue.com.

About Music City Animal Rescue:
Founder Vickie Harris “I believe that all rescues have a fundamental goal to rescue abused, abandonded, and neglected animals -to find them homes where they can enjoy a LONG happy and healthy life with a family that loves them. 

This is our goal as well, but we would like to expand on this goal to include a heavy dose of fun and education for pet-owners, potential pet owners and animal lovers in general. We believe that knowledge is power and when you empower people with information on animal nutrition, spay/neuter options, social training, “entertainment” for your pets and much more, EVERYONE wins!! 

That is why Music City Animal Rescue will hold special seminars on many different areas of pet care. We will host fun events & fund raisers for You AND Your Furry Family Members!”

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September 14

3rd Annual Canine Summer Splash
10am-3:30pm
Sumner County YMCA – Outdoor Pool
102 Bluegrass Commons Blvd
Hendersonville, TN 37075

Cost: $15 cash per dog per session
Session I: 10am-11:30am (90 mins) Little Dogs Only (25 Ibs and Under)
Session II: 12pm-1:30pm (90 mins) Big Dogs Only (25 Ibs and Over)
Session III: 2pm-3:30pm (90 mins) All Dog Swim (Dogs of All Sizes)
Event proceeds benefit the Sumner County YMCA “Learn to Swim” Program and help Nashville Paw magazine to remain a free community resource.
Rules, weather updates and more info: http://www.nashvillepaw.com

September 21

The Music City 2013 Dog Day Festival & Mutt Strutt
9:45am Mutt Strutt
10am-4pm Dog Day Festival
Centennial Park
2500 West End Ave
Nashville, TN 37203

Bring your dog(s) and enjoy a full day of activities including contests, crafts, giveaways, training and agility clinics, food, music and hundreds of pet friendly vendors with sales items and freebies. Teddy’s Wagon will be there with adoptable pets and conducting a microchip clinic. There is also a kids zone! Don’t miss the Biggest annual dog festival in town and help support Nashville Humane Association!

Mutt strut online reservations click here.
Dog Day Festival Admission: $5, children under the age of ten are FREE with a paid adult.
More: http://www.nashvillehumane.org

September 27

Third Annual Rock n’ Roll for Pet Control
7pm-10:30pm
9717 Concord Rd.
Brentwood, TN 37027

A benefit Concert featuring: Mike Farris, Mike Younger, Bonnie Bishop to support Pet Community Center. The event, presented by Kody’s Fund, will also include a silent auction, bar and vegan buffet.
Tickets: Available online before Sept. 26 Single $30, group of four $100
More: http://www.petcommunitycenter.org

October 4

Fall Call of the Wild
6:30pm
Sound Kitchen Recording Studio
112 Seaboard Lane
Franklin, TN 37067

Tickets: Advance $45 a person/ $80 couple or $50 at the door
Come support Walden’s Puddle and enjoy food and drinks by Crave Catering, a silent auction and a special animal presentation program.
More: http://www.waldenspuddle.org/FallCall2013.pdf

October 5

Rally 4 Paws
8:30am start
Bellevue, TN

Large scale scavenger hunt around town to benefit three local animal organizations: Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue, Lovie’s Legacy and Habitat for Paws Nashville.
Tickets: Register before Sept. 7 and get $10 off per person or $25 off per car.
After Sept. 7: Registration fee is $20 per person up to 3 participants or $75 per car for 4 to 6 participants.
More: www.rally4paws.com

October 5

Freedom Farm Pet Celebration
10am-3pm
Moss Wright Park
745 Caldwell Dr.
Goodlettsville, TN 37072

Lots of vendors, pets for adoption, live music and a great opportunity to bring your pet for an outing! Benefiting Freedom Farm Animal Sanctuary
More: http://www.freedomfarm.net

October 12

Barktoberfest
12pm-5pm
Animalia Health & Wellness For Animals
1973 New Hwy 96 West
Franklin, TN 37064

Don on your costumes with your dog(s) for a chance to win over $3,00 in contest prizes. Live music, food, photo booth, local rescue organizations and other vendors.
Admission: Free ($20 for costume contest entry)
For a schedule of events or more information: http://www.nashvillepaw.com
Presenting sponsor, Greymont Kennel!

October 19

Agape Animal Ball (Masquerade)
6-10pm
Events on 3rd
209 3rd Ave N.
Nashville, TN 37201

“Hosted by Gary and Cassie Chapman, the event will feature live entertainment from some of Nashville’s biggest musicians, dancing, complimentary wine and cocktails from the Tito’s Handmade Vodka Bar, heavy hors d’oeuvres from some of the best restaurants in Nashville, and live and silent auctions featuring items from Jimmy Choo, Tiffany & Company, Elan Skin & Hair, and more!” “Don’t have a mask to wear to the most unique masquerade event in Nashville? We’ve got you covered! With the purchase of an Agape Animal Ball ticket, you will get to choose your own custom animal mask designed by a local artist…so no two animals will look alike!”
Tickets: $130-$200 depending on add ons
More: http://www.agaperescue.org

October 19

5th Annual Mars Petcare Adoption Fair
10am-3pm
Mars Petcare
315 Cool Springs Blvd.
Franklin, Tennessee

Come check out the largest adoption event in the state and take home a new companion.
More: http://www.mars.com

November 9

Puttin’ on the Dog & Cat Gala
6pm-9pm
Kennesaw Farms Clubhouse
1680 Nashville Pike
Gallatin, TN 37066

Come enjoy an evening of entertainment to benefit the Sumner County Humane Association. “There will be a silent auction, door prizes, fabulous food, and the announcement of our Pet Calendar Contest Winners!”
Tickets: $35.00 per person
More info at http://www.sumnerhumane.org.

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