The distressingly bad and wealthy Michigan InHumane has been trying for years to get legislation changed to reduce and eliminate mandatory holding periods for lost pets in shelters. (And when MHS hasn't gotten its way, it just blatantly ignores the law.) Its current proposed bill is terrible. Unfortunately, the state department of agriculture recently caved on the … Continue reading Lost Pets in Michigan Lose State Protection
Author: YesBiscuit
Skeptic. Believer. eiderdown@yesbiscuit.com
Treats on the Internets
Shame on the Smoky Mountain News for repeating the biggest animal welfare myth in the south while reporting on the shelter situation in Jackson Co, NC: In [northern] states with strict spay and neuter laws, there are fewer puppies and unclaimed animals in general, so the demand for animals is higher. The latest in the … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
Weekend Jade
Open Thread
Post anything animal related in the comments, anytime. New Open Threads are posted weekly.
Ohio Shelter Oops-Neglects Sick Dog to Death
Last week, four employees of the SPCA Cincinnati transported a pitbull type dog for an adoption fair. In the freezing winter cold, they oops-neglected him to death: Upon arriving in Sharonville between 4:30 and 5 p.m. Thursday, [SPCA Cincinnati Vice President of Strategic Initiatives Dr. Dave] LeBourveau said, four employees assigned to unload and clean … Continue reading Ohio Shelter Oops-Neglects Sick Dog to Death
Some NY Shelters Hiding Their Killed Animals at Veterinary Offices
The Journal News submitted a FOIA request to the state of NY to find out how many animals are killed by shelters in the Lower Hudson Valley, along with a request for the controlled substances logs from each facility. The state sort of shrugged: The state Department of Health, which is required by law to … Continue reading Some NY Shelters Hiding Their Killed Animals at Veterinary Offices
Microchip Saves Dog’s Life After He Gets Adopted by Total Jerk
A dog owned by Jason Dotson of Hamilton Co, Ohio reportedly attacked and nearly killed a leashed service dog who was being walked by his owner in October 2015. The service dog was forced to retire as a result of the attack. The court ordered Dotson to have his dog killed at the local SPCA. Dotson … Continue reading Microchip Saves Dog’s Life After He Gets Adopted by Total Jerk
Louisiana Pound Employees Under Investigation by Police
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating allegations of wrongdoing by the director and three other employees of the Ouachita Parish pound in LA. The facility falls under the Ouachita Parish Police Jury: Scotty Robinson, Police Jury President, says, "we had someone within the animal shelter come in and raise some concerns." Concerns surrounding allegations … Continue reading Louisiana Pound Employees Under Investigation by Police
Recipe: Vegan Dog Treats
This is a basic recipe I've made many times, varying the ingredients to fit what I have on hand. (I also make a chocolate version for myself.) I've used different kitchen tools and methods to mix up the batter, which is a sticky paste in the end, and there doesn't seem to be any significant … Continue reading Recipe: Vegan Dog Treats
YesBiscuit! 