A legal effort to save shelter Pitbulls from automatic death in Loudoun Co VA started in 2007:The effort to save the Vick dogs, seized under federal jurisdiction, is consistent with a Virginia law which prohibits killing impounded dogs solely based on their breed. Loudoun County Circuit Court Judge Thomas D. Horne on October 15, 2007 … Continue reading Pitbull Advocates in Loudoun Co, VA in Court
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Treats on the Internets
Great posts from the No Kill Conference in Washington DC this past weekend:Reflections from the No Kill Conference - Animal Wise RadioBlaming the "irresponsible public" - KC Dog BlogTaylor's Ghost in the Killing Machine - No Kill NationLegislating No Kill - Pet ConnectionKeeping Pets in Homes and Increasing Adoptions (Part 1) - Pet ConnectionKeeping Pets … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
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Over 20 Pitbulls Seized in AL Dogfighting Bust
Bessemer, AL police reportedly seized 21 Pitbulls (although another story adds in 6 pups for a total of 27 seized dogs) from a suspected dogfighter last week. Video - showing the dogs looking rough - is here. No word on what's going to happen to the dogs next but I will keep an eye on … Continue reading Over 20 Pitbulls Seized in AL Dogfighting Bust
New Shelter in SC and Some Misinformation
There's a new animal shelter in Florence Co, SC:It spans about 4,600 square feet and has 76 dog pens and 86 cat cages, Christmas said. Generally, animal control officers will keep one animal to a cage to prevent problems such as fighting over food, he said. The old facility could comfortably hold 30 dogs and … Continue reading New Shelter in SC and Some Misinformation
Will Warrantless Searches Save NC Shelter Pets from their Executioners?
A vague and intrusive breeder bill being considered in NC prompted an opinion piece in The News & Observer:These animals come at a cost to taxpayers, who bear the burden of sheltering and killing the unlimited rejects of the commercial breeding industry. Animal shelters are easy dumping grounds for breeders seeking to dispose of animals … Continue reading Will Warrantless Searches Save NC Shelter Pets from their Executioners?
13 Pitbulls Seized in Monroe Co, Mississippi
A fugitive wanted by the feds on suspicion of murder was captured this week in Monroe County, Mississippi. In the course of the arrest, authorities seized a number of firearms and uncovered a suspected dogfighting operation: Authorities also found 13 badly scarred pit bull dogs on Evans’ property. Inside his residence, police found and seized … Continue reading 13 Pitbulls Seized in Monroe Co, Mississippi
Tidbits from Friday Reading
Be kind to animals - for profit!Ohio State University says their research shows that farm animals who are handled gently are better producers:"The idea behind animal welfare education is to turn people's negative behaviors -- kicking, hitting, shouting -- into positive behaviors -- walking slowly, talking calmly and being more physically gentle." The university recently … Continue reading Tidbits from Friday Reading
Let’s Play Oddball
I always take spiders outside because I believe in karma - and because of this.Not to be outdone, a sparrow may have seen a spider in his house too.Animal control in WA: We don't do emus.In a bush outside the press briefing room at the White House - a new family.Pig owner says, “I just … Continue reading Let’s Play Oddball
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