From Nathan Winograd's post "In Bed with Monsters":Can anyone imagine the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence embracing wife killer O.J. Simpson to help him regain his image? Can anyone imagine the National Organization to Prevent Sexual Abuse of Children embracing pedophile John Geoghan to help him regain his image? Can anyone imagine the Rape, Abuse, … Continue reading Winograd on HSUS Partnering with Vick
Month: May 2009
Memorial Day
Thank you for your service, one and all.
Loudoun Co, VA Judge: Keep Right on Killing Shelter Pitbulls
Pitbull advocates took their case to a judge earlier this month challenging Loudoun County's policy on not adopting out Pitbulls. (The county kills most of them.) The judge has now issued a ruling in favor of the county. His opinion states that although residents can legally own a Pitbull, that doesn't guarantee them the right … Continue reading Loudoun Co, VA Judge: Keep Right on Killing Shelter Pitbulls
Benton Co WA: Dogs in Danger – Can HSUS Help?
Here's a goddamn sorry situation:Allegations of troubles at Ella Stewart's Sun Valley Kennel are nothing new. Residents have complained for years, and county officials have investigated her operation before.In 2007, the health department recommended her for prosecution, and the prosecutor's office asked the sheriff's department to serve a warrant and check on the animals' welfare. … Continue reading Benton Co WA: Dogs in Danger – Can HSUS Help?
Fastest Kill in the East: AL Shelter Breaks Record
A lost Boxer wearing a collar was found Tuesday by a couple of good Samaritans who brought the dog to the shelter in Walker Co, AL at 4:00. The relieved owner was waiting to redeem the dog the next morning prior to the shelter's opening. But shelter staff had "evaluated" the dog and killed him … Continue reading Fastest Kill in the East: AL Shelter Breaks Record
Aiken Co Shelter in SC Asleep at the Wheel?
The Aiken Co Animal Shelter in SC has an appalling kill rate of 86%. In order to improve, the County Council set aside $30,000 last year for a program offering spay-neuter vouchers to those in the community who qualified. Paws up! Unfortunately, the money has run out and there are still several months to go … Continue reading Aiken Co Shelter in SC Asleep at the Wheel?
2 Pitbulls Seized from Alleged Dogfighters in NJ
Police in Hamilton Township, NJ charged 5 men with dogfighting and seized 2 Pitbulls after apparently coming upon a dogfight in the woods. Video showing the dogs with multiple bite wounds and swollen legs is here. If the owners are convicted or sign the dogs over to authorities, I hope the dogs receive a fair … Continue reading 2 Pitbulls Seized from Alleged Dogfighters in NJ
Colorado Dog Bites: July 2007 – July 2008
A comprehensive study of reported dog bites over a one year period in that state of CO yields some unsurprising results:1. Most dogs don't bite.2. Any dog can bite, regardless of breed.3. Loose dogs contribute significantly to bite stats.4. Unsupervised children left with dogs are at risk for bites.These are all common sense findings to … Continue reading Colorado Dog Bites: July 2007 – July 2008
Treats on the Internets
Save Our Dogs profiles "The Best Animal Control Program in North America" in Calgary, Canada. Calgary shelters take in 5000 dogs per year and do not kill for population control. Their dog licensing rate is over 90%. Their success has been achieved in part because they don't have MSN, BSL, pet limit laws or anti-tethering … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
ABC News Atlanta Segment on HSUS Donations: Now You See it, Now You Don’t
I am truly confounded by the disappearing act on the WSB-TV news segment on HSUS donations. I haven't found anything to indicate the station doesn't stand behind its report. At any rate, the video is available here (although perhaps it will disappear at some point too?) and PetPAC has posted a transcript as well (same … Continue reading ABC News Atlanta Segment on HSUS Donations: Now You See it, Now You Don’t
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