Two articles on shelter killing take very different approaches. Which team sounds like it's delivering a message of hope and leaves you feeling inspired and motivated to help your community?: Team Adopt a Shelter Pet: According to the No Kill Equation, “Adoptions are vital to an agency’s lifesaving mission. The quantity and quality of shelter … Continue reading Two Articles, Two Quotes
Month: April 2010
That’s the signpost up ahead…
If you are a major Twilight Zone fan, you can be my friend. Rod Serling and that entire original series rocked my world. But even if you are not a geeked out follower of the show, you will probably enjoy the episode called "The Hunt". Rod Serling opens the show thusly: An old man and … Continue reading That’s the signpost up ahead…
“Death into the World, and all our woe”
Here is a breakdown of the info contained in this sad story: In July 2009, the owner of a dog called "Angel" in Carson, CA received a citation for failing to feed her dog. A follow-up visit was conducted a week later. The AC officer advised the owner to take Angel to the Vet. No … Continue reading “Death into the World, and all our woe”
Pamper Your Pet with a Luxurious Visit to the Gas Chamber
The Idaho Falls Animal Shelter's gas chamber broke down beyond repair and they couldn't come up with the $30,000 to buy a new one. So the shelter is now killing pets by lethal injection. Irene Brown is the shelter manager and while she recognizes that many pet advocates oppose the use of the gas chamber, … Continue reading Pamper Your Pet with a Luxurious Visit to the Gas Chamber
Where are the 80 Dogs Removed from Ferris Animal Shelter?
The severe overcrowding at the animal shelter in Ferris, TX was "solved" when a large number of dogs were whisked away in the night by the shelter operators after the local newspaper exposed the story. More than 80 dogs were reportedly taken out of state with only the shelter operators knowing where or in what … Continue reading Where are the 80 Dogs Removed from Ferris Animal Shelter?
Nuh-uh, Internet!
Speaking of e-mail forwards, I'm seeing one that says not to buy the US Postal Service "Stamps to the Rescue" because the money from sale of these stamps is going to HSUS. As far as I know, this is 100% false but I hope someone will correct me if I'm wrong. The concern expressed in … Continue reading Nuh-uh, Internet!
Rant: Do Not Adopt Messages
Screw you and your "DNA" (Do Not Adopt) forwards to rescue e-mail lists and websites. I swear to science, I'm going to beat some stupid down if it's the last thing I do. Listen up: There are millions of pets being unnecessarily killed in shelters every year. That's why I'm on your e-mail lists - … Continue reading Rant: Do Not Adopt Messages
Treats on the Internets
At a recent HSUS presser regarding alleged hen abuse in IA, anyone affiliated with agriculture was barred entry, including the editor of the state's most widely circulated newspaper who writes: People with a lot more expertise than me were also stuck out in the hallway. That included representatives from the Iowa State University College of … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
Party of No, Your Table is Ready
Note: For background on the Robeson Co Animal Shelter in NC, see posts here, here and here. On Wednesday, NC State Rep. Pat McElraft and two pet advocates met with shelter manager Jeff Bass and Robeson Co officials to discuss recommendations for changes to improve the shelter: A pattern arose during the two-hour meeting: Advocates … Continue reading Party of No, Your Table is Ready
April 21 on PBS
Two documentaries of interest premiere on PBS this coming Wednesday night, April 21: Through a Dog's Eyes will change the way you feel about your own dog. The documentary follows a handful of people as they journey through the heartwarming and often challenging process of receiving their service dogs. and Food, Inc - In addition … Continue reading April 21 on PBS
YesBiscuit! 