The Mobile Co pound in AL has been in the news a lot this year. First it was reported that the facility conducted a mass killing in response to one sick dog. Then we learned the pound killed a freshly bathed, neutered cat named Porkchop upon arrival before his owner could find him. The pound … Continue reading Mobile Co Pet Killing Facility Brings da Expluhnashuns
Category: animal advocacy
Mailbag/Discussion
Snipped from a letter from a reader expressing concern about advocates who proclaim they unequivocally believe in no kill but when faced with challenging animals, consider killing a reasonable option. These people often employ many of the same excuses they have previously condemned pet killing facilities for using themselves, in an attempt to justify the … Continue reading Mailbag/Discussion
Action Alert: Ask VA Officials to Remove PETA’s “Shelter” Designation
Most readers here are aware that PETA does not shelter pets but instead kills almost every single dog and cat they take in at their Virginia "shelter". The No Kill Advocacy Center has filed a petition with the state of Virginia to remove PETA's designation as a shelter. The state had looked into doing this … Continue reading Action Alert: Ask VA Officials to Remove PETA’s “Shelter” Designation
Alabama Animal PAC Pushing Bill Which Will Save Zero Shelter Pets
My view that animal shelters can and should stop killing pets immediately is regarded by some as extreme. There are many people who believe some period of time is required (months or years) in order to fully implement all the needed programs, personnel and funding which will secure no kill for the long term. During … Continue reading Alabama Animal PAC Pushing Bill Which Will Save Zero Shelter Pets
Save them all, kill the excuses.
Many pet killing facilities in this country are enabled by caring volunteers and rescuers who buy into the Save a Few, Kill the Rest business model. How it works: The pet killing facility allows members of the public to care for, network and rescue certain pets so long as the public plays by its rules. … Continue reading Save them all, kill the excuses.
Why are shelter directors killing pets whom rescue groups are willing to save? Because they can.
Many pet lovers are shocked to learn that most municipal facilities that call themselves animal shelters do not actually shelter animals. In fact, these so-called shelters kill pets rescuers are willing to save, because they can. More still are astonished when they learn that some of the private non-profits calling themselves humane societies or societies … Continue reading Why are shelter directors killing pets whom rescue groups are willing to save? Because they can.
Allegations of Needless Killings and Bullying at the SPCA of Southwest Michigan
Stephanie Faulkner says she started working at the SPCA of Southwest Michigan in August 2011. On the shelter's "About Us" page, it says the SPCA is "dedicated to rescuing homeless dogs, cats, puppies and kittens from Southwest Michigan pounds and adopting them into responsible homes." The page emphasizes the shelter's commitment to rehabilitation and ends … Continue reading Allegations of Needless Killings and Bullying at the SPCA of Southwest Michigan
Petersburg Pound Gets a Task Force
Last month there were allegations of abuse at the Petersburg pound in VA and a promise from a local politician to investigate the claims. Then, I was hopeful. Now, not so much. On March 5, shelter pet advocates attended the Petersburg city council meeting, demanding reform. What they wanted was immediate action to save the … Continue reading Petersburg Pound Gets a Task Force
Taylor Co Advocates Battle Officials for the Lives of Shelter Pets
The Taylor Co pound in KY is by all accounts, a hellhole. There have been allegations of inhumane conditions and practices, including pets being buried alive and burned alive, for years. A disturbing video posted recently on YouTube shows images of suffering pets (and at least one dead dog) at the pound. (It's a 6 … Continue reading Taylor Co Advocates Battle Officials for the Lives of Shelter Pets
Action Alert: New Jersey
Via Nathan Winograd: Legislation (A3825) has been introduced in New Jersey that would eliminate holding periods and allow shelters to kill animals immediately if the shelter determines, in its sole discretion, that an animal is not fit for adoption. Specifically, if "the animal is inappropriate for adoption as determined by the owner or operator of … Continue reading Action Alert: New Jersey
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