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Author: YesBiscuit
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Hundreds of Dogs Seized in Multi-State Dogfighting Bust
Several of you have sent in links pertaining to the recent multi-state seizure of 367 dogs in connection with a dogfighting bust. And almost everyone who did also asked the question: What will happen to the dogs? Since the ASPCA and HSUS are involved, I will speculate based on past performance: Already overburdened rescue groups … Continue reading Hundreds of Dogs Seized in Multi-State Dogfighting Bust
CT Animal Control Officer Charged with Animal Cruelty
The Wolcott police department in CT runs the local pound. After shelter workers and citizens complained that the animals were being mistreated by Joseph Ouimet, the town's ACO, the police chief advised Mr. Ouimet that a camera was being installed at the facility. This is the point when a smart animal abuser would have thought, … Continue reading CT Animal Control Officer Charged with Animal Cruelty
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Treats on the Internets
The director of the Franklin Co pound in NC is under investigation after he admitted shooting a Basset Hound to death on shelter property. He reportedly examined the dog's injured paw, determined immediate killing was required but did not call a vet or the pound's certified kill techs. Instead, he shot the dog with a … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
Unshakable Faith
Many people think of pets as intuitive in the sense that they know when they are in the hands of people who would hurt them. We often see pets housed in so-called shelters who appear fearful, depressed or extremely anxious and agitated - behaviors indicative of pets under stress. But some shelter pets don't seem … Continue reading Unshakable Faith
What will happen to hundreds of animals at the Kern Co pound?
Kern County, CA has leased property from the city of Bakersfield for its pound since the 1970s but the relationship has been a contentious one, at least lately. Both the city and the county have complaints but as far as the animals are concerned, the Kern Co pound is killing more animals now than it … Continue reading What will happen to hundreds of animals at the Kern Co pound?
Orange Co Pound Oops-Kills Dog with Adopter Waiting, Rescuer Demands Answers
Florida - After Orange County Animal Services oops-killed a 2 year old dog named Hershey who had an adopter waiting to take him home, the facility's spokesman refused to disclose exactly how the communication breakdown occurred. Local rescuer Christina Duncan didn't accept the brush-off and contacted several individuals in positions of leadership at the pound … Continue reading Orange Co Pound Oops-Kills Dog with Adopter Waiting, Rescuer Demands Answers
New Study Indicates Vasectomies Might Reduce Feral Cat Populations Most Effectively
We have discussed tubal ligations and vasectomies for dogs and cats on this blog before with a focus on the potential benefits for puppies in shelters. National Geographic published an article yesterday on a recent study showing the potential benefits of using vasectomies to control feral cat populations. If you are unfamiliar with tubal ligations … Continue reading New Study Indicates Vasectomies Might Reduce Feral Cat Populations Most Effectively
UPDATED: Urgent: Pets in Need of Foster in New Orleans
UPDATE, added August 21, 2013: All 4 pets have foster care lined up. Thank you to everyone who shared. Original post: Reader Melissa and her family are heading for a homeless shelter. She is hoping to find immediate foster homes for her 4 pets as the shelter will not allow them. She posted her story … Continue reading UPDATED: Urgent: Pets in Need of Foster in New Orleans
