A lost Boxer wearing a collar was found Tuesday by a couple of good Samaritans who brought the dog to the shelter in Walker Co, AL at 4:00. The relieved owner was waiting to redeem the dog the next morning prior to the shelter's opening. But shelter staff had "evaluated" the dog and killed him … Continue reading Fastest Kill in the East: AL Shelter Breaks Record
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Aiken Co Shelter in SC Asleep at the Wheel?
The Aiken Co Animal Shelter in SC has an appalling kill rate of 86%. In order to improve, the County Council set aside $30,000 last year for a program offering spay-neuter vouchers to those in the community who qualified. Paws up! Unfortunately, the money has run out and there are still several months to go … Continue reading Aiken Co Shelter in SC Asleep at the Wheel?
2 Pitbulls Seized from Alleged Dogfighters in NJ
Police in Hamilton Township, NJ charged 5 men with dogfighting and seized 2 Pitbulls after apparently coming upon a dogfight in the woods. Video showing the dogs with multiple bite wounds and swollen legs is here. If the owners are convicted or sign the dogs over to authorities, I hope the dogs receive a fair … Continue reading 2 Pitbulls Seized from Alleged Dogfighters in NJ
Colorado Dog Bites: July 2007 – July 2008
A comprehensive study of reported dog bites over a one year period in that state of CO yields some unsurprising results:1. Most dogs don't bite.2. Any dog can bite, regardless of breed.3. Loose dogs contribute significantly to bite stats.4. Unsupervised children left with dogs are at risk for bites.These are all common sense findings to … Continue reading Colorado Dog Bites: July 2007 – July 2008
Treats on the Internets
Save Our Dogs profiles "The Best Animal Control Program in North America" in Calgary, Canada. Calgary shelters take in 5000 dogs per year and do not kill for population control. Their dog licensing rate is over 90%. Their success has been achieved in part because they don't have MSN, BSL, pet limit laws or anti-tethering … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
ABC News Atlanta Segment on HSUS Donations: Now You See it, Now You Don’t
I am truly confounded by the disappearing act on the WSB-TV news segment on HSUS donations. I haven't found anything to indicate the station doesn't stand behind its report. At any rate, the video is available here (although perhaps it will disappear at some point too?) and PetPAC has posted a transcript as well (same … Continue reading ABC News Atlanta Segment on HSUS Donations: Now You See it, Now You Don’t
We’ve Always Been at War with Eastasia
Whatever the reasons, the WSB-TV Atlanta report examining the fact that many pet lovers incorrectly believe their donations to HSUS support their local shelters, has been pulled. The news site removed the video and text article (including HSUS response and reader comments) and apparently demanded YouTube remove the video as well (claiming copyright violation). All … Continue reading We’ve Always Been at War with Eastasia
Not so hahaha
In Debbie Downer news, the AP is reporting that Michael Vick will work with the HSUS on an anti-dogfighting campaign. I wonder how these two will get along based on their histories. Cos Michael Vick apparently only wanted some of his Pitbulls dead which obviously is in sharp contrast to the HSUS who has worked … Continue reading Not so hahaha
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Holding Ourselves Accountable: Confinement
It seems like I come across this type of story fairly regularly: one starting out with a pet Pitbull and from there, everything goes wrong. This one is from San Antonio, TX:After repeated instances of pit bulls running loose from a home in the 8400 block of Timber Mill, at least 20 residents have signed … Continue reading Holding Ourselves Accountable: Confinement
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