Hartsell Pet Services

05/01/2026

04/08/2026

03/05/2026

The Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Division is proud to announce the installation of our first Pet Microchip Scan Station, now available outside Cabarrus County Animal Control at
244 Betsy Carpenter Pl SW, Concord, NC 28025.

This self-service station allows community members to quickly scan a found pet for a microchip—helping reunite pets with their families before they ever have to enter the shelter.

To scan:
• Follow the instructions listed on the signage above the scanners
• An audible beep will sound if a microchip is detected
• Scan the QR code inside the paw print on the sign for steps on how to notify the pet’s owner

If you are unable to keep the animal while the owner is being located, please contact Emergency Dispatch at 704-920-3000.

Additional contacts:
Animal Shelter: 704-920-3288
Animal Control: 704-920-3292

We are proud to bring the first station of its kind to our community and provide another resource to help reunite pets with their families while reducing unnecessary shelter intake.

02/25/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Cora! 2025 Cabarrus Chamber Ambassador of the Year! 🎊
🌟🤝 Your dedication and service inspire us all. Thank you for making a difference in our community—this honor is so well deserved! Please join us in celebrating Cora’s outstanding achievement. 👏🙌

cabarrusncchamber.org

02/22/2026

Join us throughout 2026 for meaningful events that honor, support, and bring our community together. From remembrance services to grief support and special gatherings, there’s something for everyone. Discover the full calendar and mark your dates: https://www.hartsellfuneralhomes.com/resources/events

We look forward to sharing these moments with you and your loved ones.

02/19/2026

Blood donation is an essential, safe, and altruistic act that keeps the community's blood supply stable, ensuring that when accidents or illnesses happen, blood is available for those who need it most.

Register to donate at Hartsell Funeral Home in Harrisburg on March 4th:
https://ow.ly/MaNu50YhSie

6 Reasons to Donate Blood:
🩸Life-Saving Impact: Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood for surgeries, cancer treatments, and serious injuries.
🩸No Substitute: Human blood cannot be manufactured; it must come from generous donors.
🩸High Demand: A single car accident victim can require up to 100 units of blood.
🩸Health Benefits for Donors: Regular donations may lower the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and cancer by reducing excessive iron levels in the blood.
🩸Free Health Check: Before donating, you receive a free mini-physical checking blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and iron levels.
🩸Fast and Convenient: The process takes about one hour, and your body replaces the donated fluids within 24 hours.

02/11/2026

Does My Dog Love Me? Here are 11 ways adorable dogs say 'I love you' to their owners - including the play bow 🐕

Dogs may not be able to talk - but they have other ways to say “I love you”.

02/10/2026

Photos should be submitted at https://www.salisburypost.com/contests/cutest-pet-contest/ #/rounds/1/gallery.

01/24/2026

Sharing from Cabarrus County Sheriff's:
As winter weather approaches, the Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office is committed to responding quickly to true emergency situations across our community.

To help us serve everyone as efficiently as possible, please use 911 only for emergencies and utilize our non-emergency number (704-920-3000) for concerns that are not life-threatening. This helps keep emergency lines open for those who need immediate assistance.

When calling 911, please be prepared to provide your exact location or address so first responders can find you as quickly as possible.

The graphic below outlines when to call 911, when to use the non-emergency line, and situations that do not require a call for service during winter weather.

We appreciate your cooperation, patience, and partnership in helping keep Cabarrus County safe.

01/06/2026

Aloka, a dog walking 2,300 miles across America alongside Buddhist monks, is spreading peace and compassion in every city he passes through. While the Walk for Peace journey began in Fort Worth, Texas, Aloka's journey began 8,400 miles away in India. He was once a stray wandering the streets when he began following a group of monks on a peace walk.

As the monks continued their 100-day journey across India, Aloka stayed with them and was a guiding light. Today, he continues that same journey, and he's lighting up the faces of children and families all across America. Aloka is about 4 years old and is likely an Indian Pariah dog, according to the monks. Each morning, people along the road see him calmly walking beside them. Sometimes he wears a scarf that reads "Aloka." And other times it says "Walk for Peace."

Aloka receives regular veterinary checkups along the journey to ensure his health and wellbeing. He also rests whenever he needs to. On December 9, 2025, the monks created a page called Aloka the Peace Dog, and it has already grown to over 320,000 followers. Along the way, people show him love with treats and toys. Aloka also has a white patch on his forehead that naturally forms a heart. It feels like his presence was needed to show the true meaning of kindness.

stayinspirednews.com/the-most-famous-dog-in-the-world-is-walking-for-peace-across-america-and-he-was-once-a-stray-in-india

(Photo: Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center / Walk for Peace)