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Areas throughout the country have furry friends in need of loving homes. Animal shelters and other adoption centers are a great place to find your next fluffy family member. Here are two options near Dothan, Alabama, for pet adoption. Wiregrass Humane Society At 255 Jerry Drive, just outside of downtown Dothan, is Wiregrass Humane Society. Stop in between noon and 4:30 p.m. any day of the week to see who they have available for adoption. If you're interested in taking one of their animals home, visit the facility and one of the staff members will be happy to let you meet your new friend in person. You'll need to fill out an application to be reviewed by the staff before you can take a pet home. Adoption fees range from $95 to $150 depending on the type of animal. Any pets adopted from Wiregrass are sure to be spayed or neutered and current on all vaccinations. Save Our Strays Animal Shelter About 40 minutes west of Dothan, in Enterprise, Alabama, you'll find Save Our Strays or SOS Animal Shelter. Head in to see their selection Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or Sunday from noon until 4 p.m. Adoption fees are anywhere from $100 to $160 based on the type and age of the pet. Their fees cover vaccines and spaying or neutering. All dogs come with a microchip for tracking when they're adopted, and cats can get one for just $10. Whether you're a resident or visitor to Dothan, we have a few great places nearby where you can find some animals to adopt. Image via Flickr by pocketwiley

Toyota is staying ahead of the game in this market focused on fuel-efficiency with plenty of hybrid models in their line-up like the following three. See what kind of jaw-dropping efficiency Toyota has to offer. Camry Hybrid Choose between three different trims of the 2018 Camry Hybrid: the LE, SE, and XLE. The base trim offers plenty of great features, while the XLE adds some luxury to the package with leather-trimmed seating, automatic climate control, and an app suite. Get 53 combined miles per gallon plus amazing handling thanks to the Camry's dynamic force engine paired with a sealed nickel-metal hydride battery. This 2.5-liter engine creates 176 horsepower and 163 pound-feet of torque. Prius Of the 2018 Toyota Prius models, the Prius Two Eco offers the best efficiency, but they all boast impressive mileage. When you choose the Two Eco model, you'll get 58 miles per gallon in the city, 53 on the highway, and 56 combined. A 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and lithium ion battery paired with an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission puts out 105 pound-feet of torque and 95 horsepower. Prius C The Prius C is a hatchback version of the Prius. A 1.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid engine provides awesome fuel efficiency for such a spacious vehicle with 48 miles per gallon in the city, 43 on the highway, and 46 combined. With 17.1 cubic-feet of cargo volume and the ability to fold down the rear seats, you'll have plenty of options for carrying various types of cargo. Head to Toyota of Dothan to check out their selection of fuel-efficient vehicles and find your perfect fit. Image via Flickr by Carsfera.com

Halloween, the annual spectacle. When your little ones go out to trick or treat, they want to make an impression with a fun costume, but mom and dad also want an affordable, easy-to-create costume. Here at Toyota of Dothan, we have put together a list of our 4 favorite, kid-friendly Halloween costumes. 1. A Unique Unicorn This adorable idea will leave everyone in awe when they see your precious little one, and it will make your child feel like a real unicorn — just as he or she should. It is an easy costume to make; you just need a few brightly colored clothes, a headband with some homemade ears, and a horn. Be creative. 2. A Cute Skeleton A classic Halloween choice, the skeleton is both very easy to make and loved by everyone. Just dress your kid in black and get white and black face paints to create the skeleton look. Done. 3. An Old Lady or Gentleman We're sure you have a couple pieces of clothing that you can transform for the sake of creating an elderly look. Buy a gray wig and some unattractive fake glasses, paint some wrinkles on your child's face, and he or she is good to go. 4. Crazy Albert Einstein This one is super easy as well. Put your kiddo into a kooky-looking button-down shirt and some slightly oversized shoes, pants, and suspenders. Then, throw in a crazy-hair wig and big glasses, and the Albert Einstein look is complete. We hope you found some inspiration for this year's Halloween festivities. These costumes are anything but spookily expensive and can easily be put together at home. Your little ones are sure to make a special appearance this Oct. 31. Image via Flickr by Claudio Beck

The 2018 Toyota C-HR is turning heads with its sleek body design and top-notch capabilities. Check out these three awesome features this new mid-size SUV has to offer to see if it's the car you've been looking for. Impressive Technology Get an 8-inch touchscreen display with the Entune 3.0 app suite as a standard feature when you choose the 2018 Toyota C-HR. You'll also enjoy the feel of a high-tech cockpit with the 4.2-inch informational display in the instrument cluster. This color display offers all vital driving information right where you need it to keep your attention on the road ahead. Smooth Handling Due to an advanced performance transmission with shift-mode and intelligent capabilities, you'll enjoy every drive in the 2018 Toyota C-HR. Choose from sport, normal, and ECO drive modes for your ideal experience behind the wheel. Luxurious Interior A smart key allows for easier access and a push button start without having to fish for your keys . Enjoy a cabin with your preferred temperature settings thanks for dual-zone automatic climate control. You and your passenger can each choose your own temperature and let the C-HR handle it from there. Opt for leather-trimmed seating, a leather soft-touch steering wheel, and a satin-plated shift knob for added luxury. Other top-notch features like heated seats and automatic puddle lights make the C-HR's owner feel like a VIP. Head into Toyota of Dothan for a firsthand look at the 2018 Toyota C-HR and browse their impressive inventory of Toyota's finest vehicles.

At Toyota of Dothan, we care about our environment and know you do, too. Therefore, we want to share with you a list of the top-three eco-friendly, fuel-efficient Toyota models that you should keep in mind the next time you're on the hunt for a new car. 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Let's begin with the soon-to-be-released model that will be perfect for the driver who cares about our environment: the 2019 Toyota Avalon. This hybrid vehicle will wow you with a smooth, dynamic, aerodynamic exterior that helps greatly with fuel efficiency. No matter which of the three Avalon Hybrid trims you choose, you'll get a 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid engine with an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (ECVT) to keep emissions low and the environment happy. 2018 Prius Toyota's versatile classic steps it up a notch with more eco-friendly features and better gas mileage. Making aerodynamics a priority, you will enjoy a smooth ride in this quiet hybrid. Remaining in control is easy with an ECVT and 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine. 2018 Camry Hybrid As an eco-friendly driver, you cannot go wrong with the stylish 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Its top-notch performance remains sensitive to the environment and surprises drivers with optimized fuel economy. As a super ultra low emissions vehicle (SULEV) driven by a 2.5-liter dynamic force four-cylinder engine, it'll be a pleasure to take it on your next road trip. Powerful, yet very fuel efficient, you can feel good about driving the Camry Hybrid. We're sure you'll love all these models, and we can all agree that efficiency matters, but which model is right for you? Visit us at Toyota of Dothan and schedule a test drive to find out. We'll see you soon. Image via Flickr by HimmelrichPR

Dothan, Alabama, has its fair share of entertainment right at home. Find fun at any of these local theme parks. AdventureLand The AdventureLand amusement park is conveniently located on Main Street and has something for everyone. There are go-karts, bumper boats, batting cages, a minigolf course, and a gaming arcade. Refuel at the on-site snack bar, which has hot dogs, pizza, nachos, and Philly Cheese Steak sandwiches. The AdventureLand Park is also the only spot in all of Dothan where you can get Dippin' Dots. Water World Alabama summers can get hot. Escape the heat at the thrilling Water World park. Spend the day floating in the riptide wave pool or find adrenaline on one of the large water slides. The Great White is a four-story high tower that takes you on twisting slides. There is also a children's play area that is perfect for younger children and an on-site surf-side grille. Fun Zone Skate Center The Fun Zone Skate Center is a fantastic indoor option for rainy or humid days. In addition to skating, the center has laser tag, bumper cars, a 35-foot rock wall, and a gyro chair. Be sure to try the jump shot challenge. This activity combines traditional basketball with trampolines for an exciting new experience. On-site refreshments are also available. Pizza zone is a full-service restaurant that sells hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, and pizza. Any of these family-friendly amusement parks are a fun way to spend the day in Dothan, Alabama. Image via Flickr by ~Pawsitive~Candie_N

The Dothan Area Botanical Garden is an important attraction in the Dothan area. It includes 24 gardens on over 50-acres of land and is a valued spot among locals. If you have never been to the botanical garden, consider these reasons why it is worth visiting. Reconnect with Nature It can be difficult to find time to reconnect with nature and the outdoors. With a large collection of gardens to visit at the Dothan Area Botanical Garden, you will never find the outdoors boring. Each of the gardens is dedicated to a different type of flower, and some of them honor past and current important figures in the Dothan area. Experience the Magic of Love There is a garden that is specifically dedicated to weddings. The Wedding Garden & Ricketts Pergola is not only a popular wedding ceremony location but also one of the most romantic places in all of Dothan. It is marked with a 60-foot entrance Pergola and a collection of blooming white flowers. Visit the Scarecrows The Dothan Area Botanical Garden also houses a large group of scarecrows every October. It can be exciting to see the creative designs and work of locals as they compete to see who can craft the best scarecrow. There will also be scarecrow building lessons throughout August in preparation for the event. The Dothan Area Botanical Gardens is the perfect way to explore the local outdoors and to learn about the history of the city. Image via Flickr by WyoLibrarian

The Toyota Sienna is a fresh minivan that pairs style with functionality. There are four trim levels available with the Limited Premium being the highest upgrade. Here are just a few of the best features of the premium trim level that make it worth the upgrade. Modern Interior If you want upgraded style on both the exterior and the interior, the Toyota Sienna Limited Premium is the way to go. It features a leather-clad interior with a soft dashboard, door panels, and seating. The leather-wrapped interior also adds a level of comfort that is sometimes neglected in more stylish car choices. Improved Functionality The entire purpose of choosing a minivan is that it offers a level of convenience and functionality that is just not possible in other cars. The Limited Premium Sienna does functionality well. It not only features an already spacious interior that allows you to drop down the seats for even more space, but you can also move those seats at the touch of a button. Hold the button to drop the seats into the floor and expand your interior cargo space. Technological Features It is often the small technological features that make the upgrade worth it. The Sienna Limited model includes a series of features that are not available on other trim levels. A few of these features include the heated front seats and mirrors, the smart key system, turn-by-turn navigation, and the garage door opener. You no longer have to sacrifice style for a convenient family car. Come by Toyota of Dothan to view to the Sienna Limited in person. Image via Flickr by myun2

The 2018 Corolla iM is a compact sedan with a sporty drive. Sports car enthusiasts will enjoy the following sport-inspired features. Stylish Exterior The exterior of the 2018 Corolla iM is stylish and sporty. It features a carefully designed front end with an aero kit, a sleek front fascia, and upgraded LED daytime running lights. The iM also has a hatchback that's the perfect mix of stylish and functional. Sportier Drive The MacPherson front suspension system paired with the double-wishbone rear suspension makes the 2018 Corolla iM a responsive and exciting drive. Easily round tight corners and climb steep hills without losing acceleration. You can also switch to the sports mode for a little extra boost off the line and a more responsive throttle. Upgraded Interior The interior of the Corolla iM features all of the expected trims and technological upgrades of a sports car. The black leather interior gives it a sense of modern design. Easy-to-read sport gauge clusters let you monitor your driving performance. The bucket seats give you and your front seat passenger additional grip. There is also ample interior cargo space for all of your luggage or sporting equipment. Pop the rear hatch for easy load in and load out. Whether you want a sporty drive to show off or you just want to add a little excitement to the daily commute, the 2018 Toyota Corolla iM is a great choice. Come by Toyota of Dothan to test-drive this sporty car. Image via Flickr by Zytonits

If you're interested in spending a lazy summer afternoon relaxing in nature, there are a few top-notch parks in the Dothan area that you should be sure to check out. Doug Tew Playground One of the best ways to spend a summer day is watching your children enjoy the outdoors, which is why you should think about taking a visit to Doug Tew Playground. With plenty of shade for parents and a variety of playground equipment for kids, Doug Tew Playground is an ideal spot for a fun summer day that the entire family will enjoy. Landmark Park If you're looking for a Dothan-area park where you can have a great time both indoors and outdoors, then look no further than Landmark Park. This spot has plenty to see and do, and hosts a variety of regular events that everyone will enjoy. You can walk around and tour the historic exhibits, and when it gets a little too hot, you can cool off indoors at the planetarium while watching a fun and educational presentation. Emerald Lake Nothing says “lazy summer afternoon” quite like taking in a scenic water view. Fortunately, if you live near Dothan, you can stop by Emerald Lake. This tranquil park features a beautiful pond where you can see geese and ducks or simply enjoy looking at the water. Perfect for a quiet lunch or just a quick break from your busy day, Emerald Lake is one of the best summer spots in Dothan. Spend a summer afternoon at any of these Dothan spots and you're sure to have a great time. Image via Flickr by unionland

Carrying the sports car torch for the entire Toyota lineup is no easy task, but in just its second year on American roads, the 86 looks the part. Raw power and sophisticated, aggressive styling make this sports car unlike any other, and starting at just $26,255, it's a bargain in comparison to its rivals. A 2.0-liter four-cylinder supplies the power, but sports car enthusiasts know this isn't the only aspect that makes a supreme sports car. Fortunately, the 86's handling is up to the challenge. The Hachi Roku Link In the 1980s, Toyota developed the AE86 Hachi Roku Corolla as its most formidable sports car to date, earning a name for itself on racing circuits around the globe. The rear-wheel drive chassis and lightweight construction provided superb handling on both straightaways and corners, and Toyota uses the same formula in the 2018 Toyota 86. With rear-wheel drive, the 86 has better balance, which translates to improved handling. Coupled with its lightweight frame, the 86 can tackle just about any road. Sport-Tuned Suspension When you're blazing up the road, the 86's sport-tuned suspension enables you to tackle every corner with precision. A double-wishbone, multilink suspension with stabilizer bars improves grip on tight turns, while also offering unbeatable smoothness and comfort on the highway or city streets. With a plethora of track and street-ready features, the Toyota 86 is a force in the sports car realm, yet it's not confined to a behemoth engine. It's the phenomenal handling that provides tight turns and thrills you won't find anywhere else. Image via Flickr by FotoSleuth

When you are in the mood for a hearty breakfast, you usually aren't in the mood to cook it yourself. Whether you are just visiting Dothan, Alabama, or you call it home, you'll want to check out these two local restaurants. Dothan Livestock Cafe If you want a delicious Southern-cooked meal and want to buy cattle at the same time, Dothan Livestock Cafe is for you. Of course, you don't have to purchase livestock to eat here, but they are only open for breakfast on Mondays from 6 a.m. until the end of the cattle sale, which starts at 10 a.m. They serve everything from omelets and pancakes to biscuits and gravy, grits, and hash browns. You'll get a lot for your money at Dothan Livestock Cafe. You can visit them at 9711 Highway 231 South, approximately seven miles from Dothan and the Florida state line. Jeanette's Restaurant Jeanette's Restaurant was founded in 1994.  Biscuits and gravy, grits, omelets, and hotcakes are on the menu, but you may also want to try the Jerry Ard Special. It is wheat toast smothered in sausage gravy with scrambled eggs on top. Jeanette's Kitchen is located at 279-1 Fortner St. and is open Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. They close early on Saturdays at 12 p.m. and are closed Sundays. Enjoy your morning in Dothan, Alabama with a delicious Southern-cooked breakfast. No matter which restaurant you choose, you are sure to receive Southern hospitality to go along with it, which is enough to start anyone's day off right. Image via Flickr by larryjh1234