California Dogs Get Second Chance at Life With West Coast Launch of PetSmart Charities Rescue Waggin' Transport Program

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programs that save the lives of homeless pets, raise awareness of companion
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PetSmart Charities delivered on its vision to give thousands of
tail-wagging dogs and puppies a second chance at life with the launch of its
Rescue Waggin ' pet transport program in the Midwest earlier this year.
"We know that wonderful homes potentially await these dogs if we can get
them to the right communities," said Susana Della Maddalena, PetSmart
Charities executive director.
Owner David Andrews attributes City Auto's success to the way they treat
their customers." Internet sales account for half
of City Auto's overall revenue.

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The program
also tackles the root of the pet overpopulation problem at its source by
funding corresponding spay/neuter and capacity-building grants for partner
agencies.
To learn more or to make a donation to PetSmart Charities, visit
http://www. "I've actually had out-of-town customers fly into
Memphis, come in for a test drive, sign all the paperwork, and walk out the
door in a matter of minutes," adds Andrews.

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The Rescue Waggin'
program is projected to save as many as 7,000 dogs' lives annually in
California and another 4,000 annually in the Midwest.

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Human attendees were served a "doggie bag" lunch and provided with a gift
bag of commemorative goodies from the celebration .petsmartcharities. "Other dealerships
treat their websites like online billboards -- just another way to get
their name in front of the customer," says Andrews.

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We rejoice every time one of our transported dogs
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California was selected as the second region for expansion due to its high
rate of pet overpopulation.

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"During its pilot phase, the program
already made a huge difference in the lives of dozens of animals placed from
our animal care center into other (less crowded) shelters across the state,"
said Morrison.com, a national
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best-kept secret in used car sales. At first, they assumed that web sales
would only work for new cars, but quickly recognized there was also a niche
in the
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"We treat customers like family," he says."

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A
state-of-the-art custom-designed transport vehicle, the Waggin ' comfortably,
safely and humanely transports the dogs on long-haul trips. "Our website is more
like a silent salesman, always there to give the customer all the
information he needs to make a decision .

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To inaugurate the program in California and recognize 'Adopt a Shelter
Dog' month in October , PetSmart Charities hosted a festive Bon(e) Voyage party
for the first load of dogs and puppies to ride the Rescue Waggin'.

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petsmartcharities. The site ranked the Memphis, TN-based,
wholesale auto mall as the third largest pre-owned auto dealership in US
Internet sales.

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The Rescue Waggin ' affords plenty of luxury for its passengers.
According to AutoDealerDaily. Vehicles are showcased from several different
angles to give shoppers a clear idea of the car they're interested in,
before they even go to the dealership.

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Industry experts estimate that as many as 500,000
pets are euthanized each year in the state of California.org or call 1-800-423-PETS.

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Another difference is in City Auto's Internet presence.

The dealership's online inventory includes more than 1,000 cars, trucks,
SUV's and other vehicles.

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About PetSmart Charities
PetSmart Charities (http://www." The
dealership's high volume of referral and repeat business supports Andrews'
belief.

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With over 190,000 sales to customers from Iceland, to Italy , to Iowa, the
company has experienced consistent growth since its inception in 1986. "From the
moment they walk through our door, we want them to feel at home.

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Young Actor Malcolm David Kelley, Walt on ABC's Hit Show 'Lost', Helps Send
Off First Load of Dogs

LOS ANGELES, What if you could save the lives of
thousands of homeless dogs by carting them in comfort to communities where
they are guaranteed human companionship and a loving home?
(Photo: http://www. Since 1994, PetSmart Charities, an independent 501(c)3 organization , has
donated more than $39 million to animal welfare programs and, through its
in-store adoption programs, has saved the lives of more than 2.

"People knew where to shop for a new Honda or Ford,"
Andrews noted, "But they didn't know where to find an affordable pre-owned
alternative .

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The canine passengers enjoy climate-controlled individual
quarters, and fresh water throughout the trip. In addition, the company is recognized as the South's
largest used car dealership, the Mid-South's largest wholesale dealership,
and the #1 Internet Dealership in Tennessee.
Unlike other dealerships, City Auto shoppers always deal directly with the
person responsible for the auto they're interested in buying.

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Today
the program expands to California as a second milestone in a national
expansion plan that will add a third region by Spring 2006.
This unique and innovative program reaches across the nation to save dogs
from the risk of euthanization by transporting them from crowded shelters in
urban areas, to partner shelters in need of more adoptable dogs.

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"We are honored to be a part of the Rescue Waggin' program," said Dan
Morrison, executive director for SEAACA.

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"The Rescue Waggin' is the nation's first and
only nationwide pet transport program and will bring hope to thousands of
homeless animals each year. Drivers trained
in pet care and animal first aid monitor the dogs during transport via closed
circuit video. The event
was held at the Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA) in Downey,
California. Customers seem to respond to City Auto 's zero-pressure atmosphere. Each broker
bought or traded each vehicle he sells; that's something that makes City
Auto unique in the industry.

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Young actor Malcolm David Kelley, who plays Walt on ABC's hit
show "Lost", joined the festivities as he posed with the four-legged
passengers for their "Doggie Passport" photos and saw them off on their
journey.

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