Update

Sun came out today, water in the yard has been absorbed, several trees down - mostly small, except for this one: For comparison purposes: We are very fortunate to have come through relatively unscathed.  Lives have been tragically lost and homes, businesses and infrastructure throughout the state have been seriously damaged. But as usual, the … Continue reading Update

H2Whoa

Just a quick note to let readers know we are ok here in SC. Although we have some standing water and some flowing water on our property, we have been far luckier than many in the state and haven't had any major problems. We are sheltering in place and doing fine. The only reason I … Continue reading H2Whoa

ASPCA Knows All About Your Dog. And All the Dogs.

On Tuesday, the police in Huntersville, NC, accompanied by Char-Meck AC and representatives from the ASPCA, raided a property allegedly used for dogfighting and seized 16 adult pitbulls and 7 puppies. The dogs have been taken to a secret location.  No one has been charged at this point but the investigation is ongoing. Kathryn Destreza, … Continue reading ASPCA Knows All About Your Dog. And All the Dogs.

Name That Animal

This is just for fun and the only rule is:  no researching.  Post your guesses in the comments.  Reading other people's answers before posting your own is raccoon breathalyzer hoaxy optional.  Answer will be posted in the comments tomorrow.

Cats Chemically Burned by Unsupervised Inmates at Memphis Pound

On May 31, 2015, a kitten named Snowflake, ID # 277907, was sprayed with an undiluted cleaning chemical (San-O-128) by an unsupervised inmate at Memphis Animal Services.  She suffered painful chemical burns on her legs, tongue and mouth.  She was treated by an outside veterinarian and survived.  This is security camera footage, obtained via FOIA … Continue reading Cats Chemically Burned by Unsupervised Inmates at Memphis Pound

State of NC Finds Violations at Transylvania Co Shelter, Assesses Penalty

Last week, the NC Department of Agriculture issued a letter regarding its investigation of the Transylvania Co shelter.  The findings include: During the period from September 1, 2014 through July 21, 2015, 205 animals were killed by staff members who were not certified as euthanasia technicians. 81 stray animals who were neither seriously ill nor … Continue reading State of NC Finds Violations at Transylvania Co Shelter, Assesses Penalty