Pets at the End of the Pavement
1978 - 2009
By Janice Boling


Pets at the End of the Pavement

Pets were welcome at the End of the Pavement. Besides dogs, there were snakes, pigs, chickens, birds, and other critters that lived there over the years.

Gwen her dog at the End of the Pavement

Gwen and Bucky - 1996

Bucky was famous at the End of the Pavement. His sweet face graced the place for many years.

three men with a dog

Young guy, George, Gomer, and Bucky

I think that was either Jeremy or Ab with George, Gomer, and Bucky.

Bucky was posing for the picture -- he was in his prime. I believe he knew when to look at the camera.

woman with a schnauzer puppy

Janice and Ed in 2000

Richard bought Ed for me in December 2000. Ed had his first pork chop at the End of the Pavement -- Raymond pulled off a big piece and threw it to him when I wasn't looking.

After that, Ed wouldn't eat his kibble without a little meat in the bowl.

Ed, the party schnauzer, was a great companion dog -- and he lived a long, happy life.

Richard and a dog at the End of the Pavement

Richard with Ed at the End of the Pavement

I rarely let Ed loose until we moved to Payne Mountain Farms. He had to stay on a leash. Ed was my baby and I was very protective of the little fellow.

Dog guards the beer

Scruffy sitting on cooler

This was a story that Gwen sent to me.

"We always hated a thief. We had two that were notorious for snatching beer from people's coolers.

One time we were in the Cove and Gomer had a cooler full of beer in the back of his truck. His pit bull was tied up near it. Well that fella didn't know that dog was laying in the truck bed. When he reached to open the cooler the dog came unglued! The man went stumbling backwards, falling down in his hurry to escape the dog's jaws. As far as I know he didn't try that again.

The other beer thief was later on at the End of the Pavement. I finally caught him red-handed trying to steal beer out of Gomer's cooler. I slammed his fingers in the cooler then ran him off -- chased him down the road! I was barefoot wearing a bikini top. That wasn't the first time he stole beer from us but it was the last. He was never welcomed back again."

I think both of these men should be glad Gwen didn't mention any names -- and that they did not get bite by a dog or a snake!

Here's the dogs story:

"That's Scruffy. She was a good dog. Gomer ran over her when he lived at Gary's. Gomer brought her home as a pup. I had a fit because he brought a pit bull home. I looked at her and told her if she ever hurt a kid I would kill her. She loved and protected children all her life. She could spot an unsavory person a mile away. Her hackles would come up and you would have to restrain her."

* Note -- Scruffy was a direct descendant of Sparky, Deborah's dog. Sparky guarded Deb's children for over fifteen years and never hurt a child or baby.

Girl with puppy

Dawn with puppy

This pup was probably one of Tammy and Martin's dogs. It sure did look alert.

three women and dog

Jill, Rhonda, and Shawn in 1996

Rhonda's little dog was a cute little mop. He got a lot of attention whenever he visited the End of the Pavement.

two boys with pups

Two boys with pups

They all look happy to have one another.

Amy and Big Tom with dogs

Amy, Risley, and Big Tom with their dogs

Risley, better known as Grizzly, grew up with these cute little dogs. This family was around a lot during the later years.

man, a bull dog, and two kids

Sara, Colin, and Kyle with a white bull dog

This was a fun day with kids playing, dogs running through the creek, and adults throwing shoes.

Sara with bull dog

Sara and another bull dog

Billy and April's girl and a bull dog make friends at the End of the Pavement.

Tammy with puppy

Tammy with one of her pups

Tammy raised miniature pinchers. They were sleek little dogs with lots of personality -- just like Tammy.

Festus

Festus the Ridgeback

This dog's name was Festus. His name was supposed to be Precious, that was what Brook said, but Gomer heard Festus and it stuck.

Bud the Ridgeback
Photo submitted by Gwen Garrett

Bud the Ridgeback

This was Bud, Festus' brother. They were Rhodesian Ridgeback mix. Gwen and Gomer found them in a culvert on the Green Gate road when they were tiny.

Opie with puppy

Opie and a puppy

Opie held a puppy at the End of the Pavement.

Ferbie on the bed

Ferbie had it made.

Ferbie had the run of Gwen's house and lots of loving. She even slept on the bed.

Gwen with a minitature schnauzer

Gwen and Ed

Ed loved to visit the End of the Pavement. He got lots of attention -- which he enjoyed.

two alpha males

Ed, Bucky, and Ferbie

Ed did not look too happy in this picture! He was used to being the alpha male.

Bucky asked Ed, "What are you little fellow? A funny colored rabbit?"

The other dogs just ignored Ed. At least, they did not want to eat him.

old dog with a pretty face

Bucky showing some age

Bucky was getting some gray hair in this picture. He always had such a sweet puppy face.

Larry with two dogs

Larry and Ferbie with another dog

These dogs were keeping Larry's feet warm. What better way to keep away the chill than to pile up with a couple of furry friends?

Jill and Jenna with puppy

Jill and Jenna with puppy

This little girl was thrilled to have a puppy! I think the pup was pretty happy, too.

little girl with puppy

Jessica and Bucky

Bucky was just a little pup in March of 1996. All the kids -- and adults wanted to hold this sweetie.

man and dog at Foodland

Donald and his dog

They were at Foodland getting groceries.

Jessica and cat

Jessica and cat

I have no idea where Jessica got this cat. Cats did not usually hang out at the End of the Pavement!

Cat painting by Mary Anne

Cat painting by Mary Ann

Belinda and Kim with cat

Belinda and Kim with cat

Belinda and her daughter posed with a cat. This was at their house on Gainesville Highway. I know it doesn't have anything to do with the End of the Pavement, but I am including it here anyway.

Shannon with big white dog

Shannon and Augie

Shannon and her big white dog were at her parent's place -- the Nottely River Campground. This pair turned a few heads, that's for sure.

Jan on a horse

Jan on a horse

This in not my pet -- but he did belong to someone in Hiawassee, Georgia.

I managed to stay on during the ride, even after Billy Carver slapped it on the rear and made it run. What a day!

Please spay and neuter your pets.

There are free clinics and $25 coupons available in many areas. Don't forget rabies shots! They are very important to the health and safety of animals and humans.

Rescue animals are looking for forever homes. Visit your local Humane Society for more information about adopting a pet.

 

 

 

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