A 9 year old boy suffered bruising and scratches after 3 loose dogs attacked him on his family's property in Roswell, NM last week. He scrambled on top of a gate to stay clear of the dogs until his father, a city police detective, arrived with a gun and began shooting the dogs, killing one … Continue reading Roswell Mayor Bans NM Rescue Groups in Response to Dog Attack
Author: YesBiscuit
Skeptic. Believer. eiderdown@yesbiscuit.com
Weekend Jade
Thing you can enjoy, even with a fractured pelvis: raw meaty bones.
Open Thread
Post anything animal related in the comments.
Augusta Pound Refusing to Adopt Out Animals Because of Possibility Adopters Might Not Follow Through with Neuters
In Richmond Co, Georgia, Augusta Animal Services has been killing 70% of its animals for the past two years. And that tragic kill rate appears to be the result of a hot mess perpetuated by local leaders. An animal advocate recently told the Augusta Chronicle that Augusta pound director Sharon Broady refuses to work with rescues and charges them … Continue reading Augusta Pound Refusing to Adopt Out Animals Because of Possibility Adopters Might Not Follow Through with Neuters
Name That Animal
We haven't played this for awhile and I miss it. This is just for fun and the only rule is: no researching. Post your best guesses in the comments. Reading other people's answers before posting your own is optional. Answer will be posted in the comments tomorrow.
Treats on the Internets
A second dog owner has filed a $1 million lawsuit against the Fort Worth vet accused of keeping pets alive for medical experiments after their owners signed euthanasia forms. The dog, a chihuahua named Hercules, was found at the clinic at the time of the police raid, months after the owner had requested euthanasia to … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
One Dog Not Killed by the Pound
Yesterday a dog apparently crawled underneath someone's truck in a parking lot where I too was parked. When the family returned to their vehicle and tried to leave, they said they felt a hump and knew instantly they had run over something. It was the dog, of course. A few of us approached to help … Continue reading One Dog Not Killed by the Pound
Baltimore Co Fails to Notify Owner of Impounded Dog with Microchip
Helen Turner's microchipped shelter dog Shayla escaped her Maryland yard one day last month. Baltimore Co Animal services picked her up close to home. Instead of knocking on doors in the neighborhood to see if anyone recognized the dog, the impounding officer apparently just took Shayla to the pound. Missed opportunity number one. The Turner … Continue reading Baltimore Co Fails to Notify Owner of Impounded Dog with Microchip
Request from a Reader for Cat Taming Suggestions
Reader Casey Post writes: Every morning when I feed my outdoor ferals, I check their shelter just in case someone has vomited on the blanket during the night (hey, mouse parts happen). One morning, I see two eyes looking back at me…a small brown tabby with an ear tip! Long story short, he’s not feral, … Continue reading Request from a Reader for Cat Taming Suggestions
MI Shelter Closed and ACO Suspended After Dogs Found in Grave Condition
The shelter for the city of River Rouge, MI appears to fall under the police department. The website says: River Rouge Animal Control is operated by the Animal Control Officer Ernest Bowling Sr. The Animal Control Officer is available Monday, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ACO Bowling recently brought two dogs in … Continue reading MI Shelter Closed and ACO Suspended After Dogs Found in Grave Condition
