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Category Archives: Featured

Fursday: Meet Camden from APS of Durham!

Fursday: Meet Camden from APS of Durham!

Well, well, I’m a high energy guy who’s sensitive too! Who knew I could be both! I can be insecure at times, but I’m bound to gain confidence with your help. I’m curious and love to explore. I also enjoy gentle affection once I’ve gotten to know you. I’ll need gentle people, confidence building, and…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: James Newburg, October 9th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: James Newburg, October 9th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is James Newburg, a firefighter for the Cleveland Fire Department.  James works full-time at Cleveland Fire Department and part-time with Four Oaks and Meadow, as well as being a volunteer with Meadow. James goes above and beyond to serve the people in his community. He is always the…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Tucson from Saving Grace!

Fursday: Meet Tucson from Saving Grace!

If you could paint a picture of a truly dashing Shepherd guy, Tucson IS that guy! Holey moley he is stunning! Tucson is an adult shepherd mix who weighs about 75 lbs full grown. With a coat that is gorgeous, and black markings that are so unique that look as if his feet have been…… Continue Reading

Gold Star Teacher of the Month: October 2024 – Tabitha Hinnant

Gold Star Teacher of the Month: October 2024 – Tabitha Hinnant

Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the Month for October is Tabitha Hinnant, teacher at Rand Road Elementary School Tabitha was nominated by her teachers assistant Traci who said, “I work with Tabitha. She is a special education teacher for grades 2 through 5. She has a vast array of experience working in high schools,…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Magenta from APS of Durham!

Fursday: Meet Magenta from APS of Durham!

It’s Deaf Dog Awareness Week! What better time to showcase our resident deaf pup, Magenta! She’s been spending the summer with APS staff and volunteers, jumping into every puddle and pool she can find—she’s even picked up a few hand signs! We’ll let her introduce herself: “Helloooo! I’m a busy bee with lots of energy!…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Stacey Hill, September 25th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Stacey Hill, September 25th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Stacey Hill, Oncology Nurse at Southeastern Medical Oncology Center. Stacey was nominated by Cameron who says, “Stacey goes to work day in and day out no matter how stressed, tired, frustrated, she may be. She puts a smile on her face to proudly provide for her patients…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Cha Cha from APS of Durham!

Fursday: Meet Cha Cha from APS of Durham!

Let’s shake our tails together! I’m a curious, energetic, excited and food motivated girl who is ready to learn! I like treats, exploring, and sniffing all the things! I’ll need basic training, four on the floor, and calming exercises. Can you help teach me to keep my paws on the ground? Take me home today!…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Ryley Hairr, September 18th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Ryley Hairr, September 18th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Ryley Hairr, firefighter for the Fayetteville Fire Department.  Ryley has been around and worked with different fire departments since he was 16 years old! He volunteers for Salemburg, Herring, and Taylor’s Bridge! He also worked full time with the Cotten Fire Department. He devotes most of his…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Foxtrot from APS of Durham!

Fursday: Meet Foxtrot from APS of Durham!

Foxtrot came to us as a four-month-old puppy who has spent her summer growing up at the shelter. Staff and volunteers love her and know she’s more than ready for her furever family to come find her! Looking for a training partner?! I’m your gal! I’m here to train the brain and body! I can…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Peter Howell, September 11th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Peter Howell, September 11th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Peter Howell.  Peter was nominated by his daughter Alanah who says, “Peter is my dad and does everything he can to provide for the family. He has been in the Durham Sheriff’s Department for the past 25 years and is now a Lieutenant and works at the…… Continue Reading

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