Pet Picks & Briefs

Beau is a 4-year-old, 15-pound shiny black Dachshund. He is looking for a quiet home without children or cats. Beau is a little shy but gets along fine with other dogs, and he’s also housebroken and crate-trained. Beau has been living with a foster family, and here’s a brief report: "He is a very sweet and happy dog. In a few short days, he developed a good potty routine, which is working well with the use of a crate when we are away; timely, structured walks; and regular meal times. When he gets excited, he can ‘leak’ a little – but that issue is easily dealt with. He is leash-trained and loves to go outside."

Ginger is a cute redhead with a slightly skewed view of the world looking for a good home. She has a funny face and crossed eyes. Atlanta Pet Rescue believes she might be an Oriental Shorthair. She is two years old and ready to find a home with someone who recognizes how incredibly marvelous she is.

Good Mews Animal Foundation, Atlanta’s first no-kill, cage-free animal shelter invites you to attend a Wine Tasting at the Marietta Wine Market, 18 Powder Springs St. in Marietta, on Wednesday, July 23, from 5 to 8 p.m.†Located jujst off the square, the Marietta Wine Market will offer a selection of gourmet wines from Georgia while helping to raise funds for Good Mews. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres are served at the tastings and donations go to Good Mews. www.mariettawinemarket.com  or (770) 919-1574.

Atlanta Pet Rescue has partnered with local pet food retailer Red Bandanna Natural Pet Food Stores, which will become the exclusive provider of pet food for the cats, kittens, dogs and puppies awaiting adoption at APR. The commitment provides a donation valued at $24,300 annually from Red Bandanna. www.redbandannapetfood.com.