Artist Joe Klander Wizards with Small Dogs Mixed media I feel wizards are known for their wisdom and compassion, so I feel there is probably nothing they would love more than the companionship of a small dog. I'm a huge dog lover and my miniature poodle mix is a rescue animal himself so I’m donating these to the Carlton County Animal Rescue.

Artist Joe Klander Wizards with Small Dogs Mixed media I feel wizards are known for their wisdom and compassion, so I feel there is probably nothing they would love more than the companionship of a small dog. I'm a huge dog lover and my miniature poodle mix is a rescue animal himself so I’m donating these to the Carlton County Animal Rescue.

Artist Joe Klander Wizards with Small Dogs Mixed media I feel wizards are known for their wisdom and compassion, so I feel there is probably nothing they would love more than the companionship of a small dog. I'm a huge dog lover and my miniature poodle mix is a rescue animal himself so I’m donating these to the Carlton County Animal Rescue.

Avery Davey, age 10 “Puppy Love” Crayon on office paper When she grows up Avery would like to be a veterinarian. She loves every kind of animal. Their family has two cats, Maple and Poppy. She wanted to donate something to the animal rescue group.

Artist: Julianne Motis I have been sewing and quilting for many years. Although I love making lovely and utilitarian bed blankets, I love making art quilts too. I love color and being a kid in the 1970s, the brighter, the better. Our farm, Midway Meadows, is a beautiful place filled with both domestic and wild animals. They are a constant source of inspiration. Kitty cats watching Wonder Woman Need we say more? ~ Recommended price for each fabric artwork $100 After bringing her home from the pet rescue, she has been stuck to me like a barnacle. She is a super fun girl and always has a lot to say. 14"x14"

Artist: Julianne Motis I have been sewing and quilting for many years. Although I love making lovely and utilitarian bed blankets, I love making art quilts too. I love color and being a kid in the 1970s, the brighter, the better. Our farm, Midway Meadows, is a beautiful place filled with both domestic and wild animals. They are a constant source of inspiration. ~ Recommended price for each fabric artwork $100 Scout, aka Little-Scouty-Toot-Toot, Boot Scoot, Sausages, The Red Rocket and Cheddar Wurst. After bringing her home from the pet rescue, she has been stuck to me like a barnacle. She is a super fun girl and always has a lot to say.

Artist: Julianne Motis I have been sewing and quilting for many years. Although I love making lovely and utilitarian bed blankets, I love making art quilts too. I love color and being a kid in the 1970s, the brighter, the better. Our farm, Midway Meadows, is a beautiful place filled with both domestic and wild animals. They are a constant source of inspiration. ~ Recommended price for each fabric artwork $100 Big Mama She served as our barn cat for many years and took the job seriously. Amazingly agile despite her cinderblock-like physique. She’s now retired and enjoys lying in front of any available heat vent and bossing around all dogs and humans, big or small. Approx 13"x13"

Deborah Manisto - As a child, I had a female black cat named Panther. She had a litter of kittens that I got to keep in my room, much to the dismay of my younger brother. I was able to keep one of the kittens, an orange one named Tiger. Not very original names, I know, but give me a break — I was only 10. As an adult, I had Emily, who was with us for less than a year. Then I got littermates Buster and Molly. They lived to be 16 and 18 years old, respectively, and provided hours of entertainment and companionship for our family. Chasing Butterflies, by Deborah Manisto. Original collage and watercolor. $80 ~ 50 percent of the proceeds for any purchased painting will be donated to Carlton County Animal Rescue and 50% to artist

Deborah Manisto - As a child, I had a female black cat named Panther. She had a litter of kittens that I got to keep in my room, much to the dismay of my younger brother. I was able to keep one of the kittens, an orange one named Tiger. Not very original names, I know, but give me a break — I was only 10. As an adult, I had Emily, who was with us for less than a year. Then I got littermates Buster and Molly. They lived to be 16 and 18 years old, respectively, and provided hours of entertainment and companionship for our family. Cats of a Different Color, by Deborah Manisto. Original ink and watercolor. $100 ~ 50 percent of the proceeds for any purchased painting will be donated to Carlton County Animal Rescue.

Deborah Manisto - As a child, I had a female black cat named Panther. She had a litter of kittens that I got to keep in my room, much to the dismay of my younger brother. I was able to keep one of the kittens, an orange one named Tiger. Not very original names, I know, but give me a break — I was only 10. As an adult, I had Emily, who was with us for less than a year. Then I got littermates Buster and Molly. They lived to be 16 and 18 years old, respectively, and provided hours of entertainment and companionship for our family. Kitty for Christmas, by Deborah Manisto. Original collage and watercolor. $80 ~ 50 percent of the proceeds for any purchased painting will be donated to Carlton County Animal Rescue.

Artist: Karen Savage Blue Watercolor 5"x7" Local artist and art teacher Karen Savage Blue donated these two bear watercolors. Known as a talented and very imaginative painter, Savage Blue was recently honored with the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council’s George Morrison Artist Award, which recognizes an individual artist whose body of work has made a significant contribution to the arts over an extended period of time. Of all the animals, Anishinaabeg favored makade-makwa, the black bear. They saw makade-makwa as a protector and healer of humankind. The bear is the one who can walk between the upper, middle and lower worlds. Bear is a friend and teacher, and also a guide to help people in their travels between the worlds. “The Ojibways have great respect for the Bear. According to their legends, in the distant past the Bear had a human form and was, in fact, an ancestor of the Ojibways. Therefore he understands the Indian language and will never attack or fight any Indian if he is addressed properly.” ~ Miskwaabik Animikii (Norval Morrisseau)

Artist Karen Savage Blue Watercolor 5"x7" Local artist and art teacher Karen Savage Blue donated these two bear watercolors. Known as a talented and very imaginative painter, Savage Blue was recently honored with the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council’s George Morrison Artist Award, which recognizes an individual artist whose body of work has made a significant contribution to the arts over an extended period of time. Of all the animals, Anishinaabeg favored makade-makwa, the black bear. They saw makade-makwa as a protector and healer of humankind. The bear is the one who can walk between the upper, middle and lower worlds. Bear is a friend and teacher, and also a guide to help people in their travels between the worlds. “The Ojibways have great respect for the Bear. According to their legends, in the distant past the Bear had a human form and was, in fact, an ancestor of the Ojibways. Therefore he understands the Indian language and will never attack or fight any Indian if he is addressed properly.” ~ Miskwaabik Animikii (Norval Morrisseau)

Artist Jody Dixon Medium: Acrylic on Canvas "Fred & Ginger" This painting was inspired by visiting pigeons dancing on my front porch. They nest in the tree in the front yard and dance around on the ground below my bird feeder as well as my front porch. Pigeons come in a variety of beautiful colors and have incredible memories. They mate for life and are pretty good dancers too. Jody donated this painting and paint and sip gift basket, and said she loved the idea of raising money for animal rescue!

The "Paint & Sip party for Four" basket contains one bottle of wine, four cups and napkins, a variety of Giardelli chocolates, four canvases, four easels, four paint kits and eight brushes. Estimated value $125 Jody Dixon donated a painting and this paint and sip gift basket, and said she loved the idea of raising money for animal rescue!

Artist: Ginger Backus Stained Glass One beautiful stained glass blue bird, mounted on an "L" shape piece of wood to set on a window seal or can be mounted elsewhere of your preference.

Donated by: Kathy Bray Artist: Sarah Agaton Howes, an Anishinaabe artist, teacher, and community organizer from the Fond du Lac Reservation. Birch Bloom Earring, $40 retail. Although this art may not be animal theme, we know how necessary nature is for our local animals. About this Design: The Birch Bloom earrings pay homage to the beautiful tradition of birch bark etching. Characteristic of Howes' work, the Birch Bloom earrings carry forth the Ojibwe floral tradition of teaching about plants that care for the water, including wild taro, yellow flag, and duckweed. These beautiful earrings were developed during a visit to the Eighth Generation headquarters and are lovingly assembled by Eighth Generation staff in our Seattle studio. They are cut from real cherry wood and high resolution printed with multiple layers of protective coating. About Product: Size: 2.1" x 1.46" Made of Cedar Wood Sterling Silver Jump Rings and Hooks Made in USA

CUSTOM art piece- Acrylic on Canvas-- Created especially for YOU by one of our CCAR adoptable dogs. You select your favorite 2-3 paint colors, please expect up to 10-14 days before your art is ready for pick up.

Refinished furniture is absolutely an artform that takes skill. Artist: Kristin Majchrzak This cat does not have a "pet theme" but we're confident your pets would be glad to climb on this table, or curl up underneath. Isn't everything you bring into your house for your pets? This coffee table is very versatile and has a removable glass top to protect it. You could even add photos of your pets under the glass to admire their beauty.

Artist: Erin Thompson Virtual art design and humor combined to bring you these earrings, which you can choose to wear, gift to a friend, or keep on display to help spread the awareness of the importance of spay and neuter! 4 assorted designs- you can select number of "cats" or "dogs" you'd like, earrings will be random.

Maybe Craft Beer is more your thing than art shows?! This pint glasses were designed and created by our dedicated CCAR volunteers and etched with the CCAR Logo- Get yourself a set of 4 glasses to support a good cause and have an excuse to have a cold beverage with some friends.