Elimination of the mandatory holding periods for stray cats impounded by shelters is part of what I refer to as the war on cats. Cats deserve the same protections as are provided to dogs at shelters, including a mandatory holding period so their owners can reclaim them. Groups who participate in the war on cats … Continue reading Shelter How To: Identifying Feral Cats and Reuniting Lost Cats with Owners
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Update on Greenville Co “No Rescue/No Adopt” Dog
The dog at the Greenville Co pound who was labeled "No Rescue/No Adopt" by the vet was released last week. A representative from SNARR pulled her. I contacted SNARR for an update yesterday and received this response: Millie (Beanie) is doing well! Other than being really arthritic and having a heart murmur and being blind and … Continue reading Update on Greenville Co “No Rescue/No Adopt” Dog
Police Department in CT Leads by Example
There have been far too many tragic stories on this blog where police officers needlessly kill pets and are not held accountable by their own departments despite the irreversible damage they have inflicted upon families in their communities. But there are occasional stories where police do right by pets and I like to bring attention … Continue reading Police Department in CT Leads by Example
Anderson Co ACOs “Rescue” Dogs from Rescue
In 2014, authorities seized 92 dogs and 28 cats from Golden S Rescue in Anderson Co, SC. Charges brought against the rescue's owner were dropped in exchange for surrendering the animals and an agreement to allow random inspections on the property in future. Last month, Anderson Co ACOs were conducting such an inspection when they … Continue reading Anderson Co ACOs “Rescue” Dogs from Rescue
Treats on the Internets
Animal control in Roswell, NM picked up a stolen, microchipped dog whose owner was looking for her but failed to contact the owner. Instead, AC put the dog on the kill list. The owner, who lives 200 miles away, was able to redeem her pet thanks to rescuers who posted the dog's photo on Facebook. (Thank … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
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NC Dog Owner Files Lawsuit for Return of Her Pet Sold by County Pound
A lawsuit has been filed by a dog owner against Cumberland Co and the couple who bought her dog from the county pound, despite all parties knowing the dog had an owner who wanted him back. The lawsuit provides a detailed timeline of events but I'll provide a summary. Bobo the golden retriever wandered away from … Continue reading NC Dog Owner Files Lawsuit for Return of Her Pet Sold by County Pound
Shelter Pet of the Day
This pet was submitted by Jody Fisher. She says he is 8 years old and heartworm positive. He appears to have a skin condition which needs to be treated. He has until 4:45pm on Saturday, April 11. Memphis city pound 2350 Appling City Cove Memphis, TN 38133 (901) 636-PAWS (7297) MAS@memphistn.gov The Memphis pound had … Continue reading Shelter Pet of the Day
Family Believes NC Pound Illegally Killed Their Lost Cat
The Caldwell Co pound in NC is a cat killing machine. In 2014, the pound killed 94% of the 1448 cats it impounded. The facility's website states that owners can look for their lost pets on Petfinder (and emphasizes the pound staff does not want owners calling the place). But when I clicked through to … Continue reading Family Believes NC Pound Illegally Killed Their Lost Cat
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