Rescue Dog Stunt Show Arrives at UNC Pembroke March 15

Mutts Gone Nuts will perform at the Givens Performing Arts Center at UNC Pembroke on March 15 at 3 p.m. Rescued dogs will flip, fly, and amaze crowds with stunts.

Dogs soar through the air. They catch frisbees mid-flight and skip rope. Every single performer once lived in a shelter, waiting for a home.

Samantha Valle leads the production. She holds Guinness World Records as a dog trainer and has appeared across the nation. Her methods rely on positive reinforcement. There are no harsh corrections, just patience and trust between the handler and the animal.

Some behaviors that caused owners to give up their pets became the dogs' greatest skills. What was once a problem turned into a talent that audiences cheer for.

Representatives from the Robeson County Humane Society, Franny's Friends, and the Robeson County Sheriff's Office Animal Control Division will attend. Arrive before showtime to meet adoptable dogs and discover how to bring one home.

Tickets cost $15 for adults. Children pay just $5. The venue has lined up more performances this spring.

Find tickets and the complete schedule at uncp.edu/gpac. You can also call 910-521-6361.