Pets at the End of the Pavement
1978 - 2009
By Janice Boling
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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 and Bucky - 1996
Bucky was famous at the End of the Pavement. His sweet face graced the place for many years.
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.
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 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.
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.
Dawn with puppy
This pup was probably one of Tammy and Martin's dogs. It sure did look alert.
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
They all look happy to have one another.
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.
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 and another bull dog
Billy and April's girl and a bull dog make friends at the End of the Pavement.
Tammy with one of her pups
Tammy raised miniature pinchers. They were sleek little dogs with lots of personality -- just like Tammy.
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.
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 and a puppy
Opie held a puppy at the End of the Pavement.
Ferbie had it made.
Ferbie had the run of Gwen's house and lots of loving. She even slept on the bed.
Gwen and Ed
Ed loved to visit the End of the Pavement. He got lots of attention -- which he enjoyed.
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.
Bucky showing some age
Bucky was getting some gray hair in this picture. He always had such a sweet puppy face.
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
This little girl was thrilled to have a puppy! I think the pup was pretty happy, too.
Jessica and Bucky
Bucky was just a little pup in March of 1996. All the kids -- and adults wanted to hold this sweetie.
Donald and his dog
They were at Foodland getting groceries.
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 Ann
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 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
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.