PETA writes in a letter to the Prince George's Co Council in MD, dated September 28, 2010: We have been contacted by concerned Prince George’s County- area citizens about a push by a small group of citizens to legislatively legitimize their hobby of feeding feral cats, without regard for the health and welfare of other … Continue reading PETA Advocates for “A Quick and Painless End” for Feral Cats in MD
Month: October 2010
Updated: Mass Killing of Spalding Co Shelter Pets – Real or Fake?
Is this another internet hoax? It appears that rescuers (or at least people claiming to be rescuers) are posting in various online locations that pets at the Spalding Co Animal Shelter in Griffin, Georgia are in danger. The shelter, according to the rescuers, is slated to close for repairs and all unadopted pets will be … Continue reading Updated: Mass Killing of Spalding Co Shelter Pets – Real or Fake?
Piles of Dead Kittens=The Only Solution
I think we can all appreciate the frustrations of a shelter director seeing "a record number of dropoffs" in a two day period. This was the challenge facing the director of the Marshall County Animal Shelter in West Virginia last week when at least 41 kittens were brought to the shelter in 2 days. Time … Continue reading Piles of Dead Kittens=The Only Solution
Treats on the Internets
Fascinating glimpse into the tech side of spiritual experiences of humans and animals A dog owner relates the story of having his pet euthanized by a vet who came to his home A lady in Sugar Land, TX had been feeding two homeless kittens. She brought them to the local shelter whose policy is to … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
Crazy Case in NM
This is a rather strange story about the Heart and Soul Animal Sanctuary in NM who says they received three anonymous phone calls regarding an abused Yorkie at the Bureau of Land Management offices in Santa Fe. Someone from the sanctuary went to the location and was captured on video surveillance removing the dog from … Continue reading Crazy Case in NM
USDA Inspection of NC Research Lab Exposed by PETA
After PETA released a video showing snippets from a 9 month undercover investigation done at a NC research lab, the USDA conducted an inspection. The September 14 report details research animals in poor condition. From the report: ...large number of dogs...problems such as periodontal disease, pododermatitis, otitis externa and conjunctivitis. ...receded [gums]... exposed roots... loosened … Continue reading USDA Inspection of NC Research Lab Exposed by PETA
Update on Cranick Family Fire Tragedy
While the Cranick family does have insurance for their home, anyone unfortunate enough to have ever lost everything in a fire will tell you that donations are greatly appreciated. If you feel inclined to send money to the Cranicks, the info is below. Mail a check or money order: Gene or Mildred Paulette Cranick Special … Continue reading Update on Cranick Family Fire Tragedy
Another One Gone
The following is my interpretation of the story related by a would-be adopter of a pet at the shelter in Craven Co, NC: September 25 Potential Adopter: Hi, I found a puppy I'd like to adopt. Shelter Staff: You can't adopt that puppy yet because he's less than 8 weeks old. September 27 Potential Adopter: … Continue reading Another One Gone
Blog Housekeeping
A few random things... Should your comment get snagged for moderation, don't panic. I have set up my preferences for comments that need moderation (first time commenters mostly) but WordPress occasionally tosses other comments into the moderation queue. I don't know if it's a certain length of comment that triggers it or what. Again, don't … Continue reading Blog Housekeeping
“Cursory Examination” Does Not Stand Up in Animal Cruelty Case
In May of this year, 261 dogs were seized from a rescue operated by Charles and Diana O'Malley in Polk Co FL. To refresh your memory on the dramatic details of the case: In what authorities are calling the largest case of animal abuse in Polk County history, a Polk City husband and wife were … Continue reading “Cursory Examination” Does Not Stand Up in Animal Cruelty Case
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