b'v aAround the same time, across town, running and playing, said Bill. Nemofamilywasdealingwiththerecent doesnt know hes different in any way.deathofBella, theirChow.Even Bob and Bill are big supporters ofKahlua, thefamilys10-year-old PetAllianceofGreaterOrlandoandPet NutritionChocolate Labrador was showing signs have attended almost every Paws in theof depression at the loss. Bob and Bill Park, held in February. Last year whenIs Our Mission. were not sure they were quite ready to they heard about the wine label contest,bring another dog into their family fold they felt Nemos story epitomized thatWe take a holistic approach to pet care.which, at the time included Zena, the of a very lucky rescue dog. The publicFrom food and treats to grooming andcat. At least, that was thought to be the agreed, as evidenced by the 1016 votestoys, the products we carry have yourgeneral consensus between the two men.Nemo received. This past December, apets well being in mind. Always. special event at Quantum Leap WineryWe offer the best selection of pet supplies,was held to sample the new blend andsupplements and food in Central Florida. make the official announcement of thegrand prize winner.IntheanimatedDisneyfilm,Finding Nemo, the main character is aClown Fish born with a small weak fin.His father, Marlin assures him it is hislucky fin. Just like his namesake in theraw movie, Nemo the Walker Hound has alucky paw. Nemo was the name given tohim at OCAS. It is the name Bill andBob decided to keep when they broughtNemo home. To us, hes 10 feet tall,added Bob.Ukibble (Left) Nemo smiles as David Forrester andJill Ramsier, co-owners of Quantum Leaptap into a barrel of My Best Friend Wine.Quantum Leap has developed relation-ships with small producers in premierThen Bob discovered Nemos pic- wine growing regions. This visioncan ture on the OCAS website. The dog was helps them remain sustainably-orient-days away from being euthanized. The ed in their actions. couple agreed to try and save Nemo. It "Our own sustainable partnershipwas the right thing to do, they reasoned. with Quantum Leap Winery will con-Billcalledanimalservicesonlytobe tinue to build over time," said Seantold that the dog had been released to Hawkins, Director of Philanthropy andFaith, Hope & Love Rescue. They soon Marketing for Pet Alliance of Greaterdehydrated found themselves in touch with the res- Orlando.cue group to make plans for a meet-up On May 4th, submissions will beMILY-OWNED AND OPERATED SINCE 1999. with Nemo. Kahlua would be part of accepted for the second My BestFA the decision process. The adoption was Friend Wine Label contest. Go tofinalized in August 2012, completing the GoGoPhotoContest.com/MyBestFriendWinefamily of two humans and four animals,including Mookie, a second cat. Quantum Leap WineryNemo walks with a limp but seems 1312 Wilfred Drive, Orlando.undeterredbyhisimpairment.The 407.496.1848family veterinarian said the paw could QuantumLeapWinery.combe repaired, but determined the surgerywasnt necessary for the health and well-beingofthedog. SometimesNemo Pet Alliance of Greater Orlandowillrunonthreelegswhenhegets 2727 Conroy Road, Orlando1500 West Fairbanks Avenue | Winter Park going. He holds his own with Kahlua 407.418.0904 Facebook.com/PookiesBWB andkeepsupwithherwhentheyre PetAllianceOrlando.org36 THE NEW BARKER www.TheNewBarker.com'