A recent article in the Jackson Sun looks at the commitment to lifesaving at the Savannah Animal Shelter in TN. Charlie Nickle, director of the shelter, said that 3 years ago the primary focus of the facility was impounding homeless pets and killing them. But things have improved greatly: From Nov. 1, 2011, to Nov. … Continue reading Savannah Shelter Puts in the Hard Work to Change from a Pet Killing Facility to a Lifesaving Shelter
Month: December 2012
Shelters Celebrate Lifesaving with Local Communities During the Holidays
Here are a few events being offered this month by no kill shelters in conjunction with the holiday season: UPAWS in Marquette, MI is inviting the public to come to an open house on December 15 for a shelter tour, refreshments, and discounted adoptions. *** The Allegany Co shelter in MD is holding its annual … Continue reading Shelters Celebrate Lifesaving with Local Communities During the Holidays
The Irresponsible Public Checks In
Many of you will remember Amber at MAS in July: Amber was rescued by TN Death Row Dogs and has now gone home. Good for you, Amber.
Open Thread
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Updated: Your Rights as a U.S. Citizen Who Owns Pets
Although this information, which I posted on Facebook yesterday, is directed at dog owners in Sikeston, MO where authorities are rounding up dogs based on body shape, it could potentially apply to any pet owner, anywhere, anytime. Dog owners in Sikeston, MO - keep your doors locked. Do not answer the door if AC knocks. … Continue reading Updated: Your Rights as a U.S. Citizen Who Owns Pets
Thank You Marcial Rios-Aguilar
A 53 year old man named Marcial Rios-Aguilar risked and tragically lost his life trying to save this cat from a tree in the Bronx at 3 a.m. on Monday. Mr. Rios-Aguilar fell from the tree and died before he could help the cat. Firefighters arrived on the scene and got the kitty out the … Continue reading Thank You Marcial Rios-Aguilar
The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down
In a campaign to boost the image of shelter pets, a trainer in New Zealand has taught 3 dogs at the Auckland SPCA to drive. Cars. During the 8 week crash course (I know), the dogs have been driving with assistance from humans. But one of the dogs is set to take a vehicle out … Continue reading The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down
Treats on the Internets
Jacksonville's Animal Care and Protective Services reported a 92% save rate for the month of November 2012. (Thank you Samantha for the link.) *** The Memphis pound will once again host a pet killing class in January. *** A teen boy in Southhaven, MS is depicted in a photo dragging a bloody, dead dog by … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
LA Pound Director Resigns
Kimberly Sherlaw, director of the troubled Companion Animal Alliance in East Baton Rouge, resigned yesterday according to a local paper: [CAA Board Chair Christel] Slaughter initially said the decision was “mutual,” but later acknowledged that the board initiated the conversation. Pet advocates have been complaining for months about the needless suffering and death occurring at … Continue reading LA Pound Director Resigns
TN Pound: Killing Someone’s Pet is Not Against the Rules
Sumner Co AC in TN is run by the sheriff's office. From January through October 2012, the Sumner Co pound killed 62% of the pets in its care. From the September update to the pound's website: Is a 65% euthanasia rate good? When compared to other animal control organizations, yes ... and hopefully it will … Continue reading TN Pound: Killing Someone’s Pet is Not Against the Rules
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