Our Community Partners

Meet Ashley & Assorted Poppies Photo!

Assorted Poppies Photo was established by photographer Ashley Sherrow in 2017. Her business is named after her dog, Poppy, who passed away in 2019. When she started her business, she was unsure what photographic niche she wanted to pursue, so she added the "assorted" to her name. 

Ashley is an avid lover of animal rescue and welfare and uses her talents to help photograph adoptable animals for local shelters and rescues. Learn more about Ashley and her business…

GoDog is a premium pet hospitality campus offering daycare, boarding, and bathing services in RTP and Durham. Established in 2018 by Jess and Ben Eberdt, GoDog has become a leader in pet hospitality through its state-of-the-art facilities, expert team of dog lovers, and personalized approach to each dog's care. Our mission is to set a new standard in pet care, combining attention to detail with an elevated level of service to create an exceptional experience for both pets and their owners. Trusted by over 20,400 dogs and their families, GoDog fosters a community that helps dogs—and their humans—live their best lives.

Meet Susan & Handsome Hound Dog Treats!

Susan began baking homemade dog and cat treats in 2009 while running her pet sitting business, A Whole Lotta Love Dog Walking and Pet Service. During the 2020 pandemic, she turned her treats into a fundraiser, raising over $6,000.00 to support her team.

 In 2021, Susan shifted her focus entirely to baking, launching Handsome Hound Dog Treats to provide wholesome treats, made from human-grade ingredients to the pets of Durham, NC and beyond.

Handsome Hound Dog Treats give back. 10% of all proceeds from treat sales go towards local animal rescue organizations.

Meet Ellen!

I moved to Durham, North Carolina after living in New York City for 30 years. I immediately started working for the best local city magazines. This was a perfect way for me to learn about my new home.

Living here has allowed me to volunteer at dog rescues. I donate to a rescue with every home I sell. If you have a pup, I am the perfect Realtor for you. I love spending time with my little terror... I mean my dog Buddy.

I love this area so much that I am now a Realtor at Navigate Realty. I am already so happy here because they provide all the tools I need! This helps me have an abundance of time to focus on my clients.

If you would like a New Yorker to show you around or just need a list of my favorite local restaurants, let me know.

At Truss Vet, we’re reimagining the animal hospital experience and bridging a gap in care between general practices and emergency hospitals. The only way to do this was to pioneer a new category: veterinary urgent care. When you sense that something is wrong with your dog or cat, and it’s not a life-threatening emergency, come and see us. We offer same-day reservations, walk-in appointments and extended hours, open 10am to 10pm daily (closed Saturday).

Urban Tails is a woman-owned and operated veterinary hospital proudly serving the Durham community. Founded in 2020 by owner and veterinarian Dr. Jenny Bennett, our practice is made up of a caring team of veterinarians, including Dr. Katie Loughman and Dr. Zan Paschall. We practice Fear Free® medicine and focus on creating a calm, comfortable experience for both pets and their people.

We believe great veterinary care supports not just physical health, but emotional well-being too. Our team takes the time to get to know you and your pet, so care is always personalized and tailored to your family’s needs.

From the first puppy or kitten visit through the senior years, we offer a full range of services to help pets live long, happy, healthy lives.

We’d love for you to come see what makes Urban Tails different

Meet Will & Woofie’s!

William has always deeply loved animals and wanted to find a way to professionally care for our community's most cherished family members - our pets.

On the personal front, William is happily married to Brittney, and they are the proud parents of daughter Piper. They are also the proud parents of two fur babies – Dixie, a Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Gir, a Black Lab, who both add so much joy and happiness to their lives.

Meet Olivia & Pawlite Pups!

With over a decade of experience and certifications from Highland Canine’s School for Dog Trainers, Olivia specializes in building stronger bonds between dogs and their owners through personalized training. From on-leash and off-leash skills to behavior modification, she addresses a wide range of challenges by understanding the unique ways dogs communicate and the root causes behind their behaviors.

Beyond training, Olivia is committed to making a positive impact in her community. With a degree in Sustainability and part-time work at a nonprofit providing medically tailored meals, she brings compassion and intentionality to everything she does. Her adaptable training programs focus on meeting each dog where they are, empowering owners with the tools to create a smoother, more fulfilling life with their pets.

Meet Will & Woofie’s!

William has always deeply loved animals and wanted to find a way to professionally care for our community's most cherished family members - our pets.

On the personal front, William is happily married to Brittney, and they are the proud parents of daughter Piper. They are also the proud parents of two fur babies – Dixie, a Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Gir, a Black Lab, who both add so much joy and happiness to their lives.

Meet Rick & Binky and Bell!

Rick Gardner specializes in creating cartoon dog and cat art to support homeless pets through Binky & Bell, a collaboration with Mark Bell. Profits from their coloring books, joke books, and artwork benefit local rescues and shelters. Inspired by the joy and unconditional love pets bring, Rick captures these emotions in his work, which has been featured in various North Carolina art exhibits. His influences include Roy Lichtenstein, Charles Schulz, and other iconic artists.

Mark Bell, drawing on his background in woodworking and international experiences, joined forces with Rick in 2013 to combine their talents and passions. Together as Binky & Bell—named after Rick’s first dog and Mark’s last name—they create whimsical art to raise funds and awareness for pet rescue organizations, sharing their love for animals and creativity with the community.

Meet Joanne & Five Freedoms Photography!

Joanne’s love for dogs and photography came together when she began volunteering at WakeGov Pets, using her entertainment background to capture stunning photos of shelter dogs to help them find loving homes. Since 2019, she has photographed over 700 dogs and raised more than $50K for rescue efforts. Combining her passion for dogs and art, Joanne creates custom, heartfelt imagery that showcases the unique bond between pets and their families, while donating 10% of client sales back to rescue organizations.

Joanne’s dedication is backed by her credentials as a HeartsSpeak Artist, a member of The Tilly Project, and a five-star-rated photographer on Google and Facebook. She’s studied under world-renowned pet photographers and participated in leading dog photography conferences. Whether through volunteer work or client sessions, Joanne’s mission is to celebrate dogs and their stories while giving back to the rescue community.

We, at Peak City Veterinary Hospital, believe your pet deserves the highest standard of care possible. Here, your pet will receive a level of medicine that you would want for any member of your family. After all, we know that’s exactly what they are to you. But we believe in more than providing exceptional care for every pet we see… we believe in caring for the people who love them, too. We build a real relationship with you. We listen, we never judge, and we always put you and your pet first. Because you both deserve the best.

At Truss Vet, we’re reimagining the animal hospital experience and bridging a gap in care between general practices and emergency hospitals. The only way to do this was to pioneer a new category: veterinary urgent care. When you sense that something is wrong with your dog or cat, and it’s not a life-threatening emergency, come and see us. We offer same-day reservations, walk-in appointments and extended hours, open 10am to 10pm daily (closed Saturday).

Meet Will & Woofie’s!

William has always deeply loved animals and wanted to find a way to professionally care for our community's most cherished family members - our pets.

On the personal front, William is happily married to Brittney, and they are the proud parents of daughter Piper. They are also the proud parents of two fur babies – Dixie, a Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Gir, a Black Lab, who both add so much joy and happiness to their lives.

Feeling overwhelmed with a new puppy or hoping to transform a rescue dog through training? At Howling Moon Pet Care, our team of highly qualified trainers is eager to help you achieve your dog training goals. We offer a full range of services designed to meet the unique needs of you and your dog.

Led by head trainer, Jesi Kirk, CBCC-KA, we use modern, science-based techniques to deliver the results you’ve been looking for. Explore our site to learn more about our trainers and services, and you’ll see why so many people trust us to help them create the well-trained companion they’ve always dreamed of. We're ready when you are!

We strive to provide the best care to all of our clients. It is our goal that when a client entrusts us with their animals, they can rest assured knowing that their pets are having the same experiences they enjoy on an average day. We are professional, communicative, and compassionate. All team members have a deep love of animals and strive to provide fully comprehensive care. We aim to create peace of mind for our clients through our professionalism, conducting ourselves respectfully and courteously in clients’ homes. We treat our clients as if they were our own family and their pets as if they were our own animals.

Green Beagle Lodge exists to provide the very best in pet care for your furry family member. Their 5-star approach is always to identify the individual needs of each pet to ensure they get what they need to stay, play, train and groom with us. They care about each individual canine and feline guest like they’re one of their own!