Keeper, a female Dachshund, submitted by reader Samantha Humane Society of Etowah County 4200 Brooke Aveune Gadsden, AL 35904 Phone: 256-442-1347 info@humanesocietyec.org hsec@microxl.com This shelter's save rate is unknown.
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Update on the Alabama 44
I have a few tidbits of news to share on the Alabama 44. First I'd like to thank one of my readers, Samantha Laine, for donating her behavioral consultation services to the Humane Society of Etowah Co in AL for the 2 dogs they got from HSUS. The dogs have had some difficulty socializing even … Continue reading Update on the Alabama 44
Alleged Arizona Shooter was Shelter Volunteer
In the inevitable attempt to understand what sort of person commits mass murder, the media is digging into alleged Tuscon shooter Jared Loughner's past. He apparently liked dogs and some neighbors remembered he used to walk his own dog around the neighborhood. One year ago, Mr. Loughner volunteered to walk dogs at the Pima Animal … Continue reading Alleged Arizona Shooter was Shelter Volunteer
Shelter Pet of the Day
Shelby County Animal Shelter Shelby County No-Kill Mission 266 Kentucky St. Shelbyville, KY 40065 502-633-0009 kellyjedlicki@juno.com sddiesel4x4@insightbb.com animal.adopt@shelbycountykentucky.com
One Pitbull Torturer Not Up for MVP This Year
I always find it difficult to report on animal cruelty stories. Some do touch me more deeply than others of course and such was the case with Phoenix, a Pitbull set on fire in Baltimore in 2009. A crowd of onlookers watched her burn until a heroic police officer arrived to douse the flames. Tragically, … Continue reading One Pitbull Torturer Not Up for MVP This Year
Shelter Pet of the Day
Today's Shelter Pet of the Day comes with a personal seal of approval! Scout is the dog abandoned by our neighbors last year and left starving, trying to feed her litter of pups. The good people at the Animal Protection League (APL) captured her pups, took them to the shelter, got them vetted and … Continue reading Shelter Pet of the Day
ND Shelter’s Failure to Follow Protocols Results in Dozens of Preventable Dog Deaths
In March 2010, two stray dogs were picked up in rural MN and taken to the nearest shelter in Grand Forks, ND. At the shelter, they were kept together in isolation for 5 days, in accordance with shelter protocol, then moved to the adoption floor with the general shelter population. A few days later, shelter … Continue reading ND Shelter’s Failure to Follow Protocols Results in Dozens of Preventable Dog Deaths
Shelter Pet of the Day
Submitted by reader Megan who writes: Meet Raven! A 3 year old female German Shepherd mix. She has the most beautiful golden brown eyes and a stunning black/brown coat that is soft & shiny. Raven knows basic commands and enjoys nothing more than a walk & belly rub from the volunteers. She is very energetic yet … Continue reading Shelter Pet of the Day
Shelter Pet of the Day
Bitchy Barbie Winging Cat Rescue Griffin, GA 256 390 6187 alafeline@earthlink.net blowe@optonline.net Winging Cat Rescue saves cats from GA kill shelters. Submitted by reader Valerie.
Through a Glass, Darkly
I know some of you have been following the story of this Shelter Pet of the Day kitten from earlier this week. I want to bring it to the forefront because this cat's life matters. From a comment by reader Kristi, this is part of a plea from a shelter volunteer that was posted online: … Continue reading Through a Glass, Darkly
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