Memphis City Councilman Shea Flinn, who sponsored MSN legislation in 2010 which has failed to stop the killing of pets at the Memphis pound, now wants to push the stinkbomb that is MAS off on the county. (Thank you Clarice for the link.) *** From the AVMA website: Good news! The long-awaited 2013 edition of … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
Author: YesBiscuit
Skeptic. Believer. eiderdown@yesbiscuit.com
Why are shelter directors killing pets whom rescue groups are willing to save? Because they can.
Many pet lovers are shocked to learn that most municipal facilities that call themselves animal shelters do not actually shelter animals. In fact, these so-called shelters kill pets rescuers are willing to save, because they can. More still are astonished when they learn that some of the private non-profits calling themselves humane societies or societies … Continue reading Why are shelter directors killing pets whom rescue groups are willing to save? Because they can.
Allegations of Needless Killings and Bullying at the SPCA of Southwest Michigan
Stephanie Faulkner says she started working at the SPCA of Southwest Michigan in August 2011. On the shelter's "About Us" page, it says the SPCA is "dedicated to rescuing homeless dogs, cats, puppies and kittens from Southwest Michigan pounds and adopting them into responsible homes." The page emphasizes the shelter's commitment to rehabilitation and ends … Continue reading Allegations of Needless Killings and Bullying at the SPCA of Southwest Michigan
Open Thread
Lots of people off work today. Use this post to share animal related links, updates, questions, stories and deep thoughts. Shallow thoughts also accepted. Here's a link on the benefits of partial spays for dogs where the uterus is removed but the ovaries are left in place. There is even an instructional video for vets. … Continue reading Open Thread
HSUS Social Media Fail
In Memoriam, Because the Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby Co Won’t
At least two of the dogs slated for killing by the Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby Co were apparently killed there on Tuesday. The HS has remained silent on the killings of Joy and Truffles and in fact has been posting adoption photos on the group's Facebook page, as if that's the most newsworthy … Continue reading In Memoriam, Because the Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby Co Won’t
Warren Co Pound in the News Again
The Warren Co pound in TN photographs pets upon intake, like many facilities. The problem in Warren Co is that the animals appear to have been starved and injured after the intake photos and before being pulled by rescue. No one at the pound would speak to the local news but animal advocates speculate that … Continue reading Warren Co Pound in the News Again
Treats on the Internets
When the Christian Co shelter in KY was badly damaged in a fire, the irresponsible public quickly mobilized to provide homes for the 225 pets. (Thank you Melissa for the link.) Some not-too-well-endowed man in Memphis was caught on video beating his Pitbull for chewing on his car seat. He was charged with cruelty but … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
Mental Health Break: Music
No actual dogs in the video unfortunately, but there is an elephant painted on his guitar. So there's that.
Allegations of Dog Killings and Fraud at the Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby Co
After posting yesterday about Truffles, I heard from some additional animal advocates who are concerned about killings at the Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby Co, a private shelter in TN. Apparently the planned killing of Truffles is not an isolated incident. Toffee, a littermate to Truffles, is also reportedly slated for killing by the … Continue reading Allegations of Dog Killings and Fraud at the Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby Co
