The case of a VA man originally sentenced for selling Pitbull fighting videos whose conviction was reversed on appeal will be heard this fall by the Supreme Court:The Supreme Court will consider reviving a federal law banning the sale of images of animal cruelty. A federal appeals court said the law illegally restricts this form … Continue reading Tidbits from Monday Reading
Category: animal cruelty
PETA’s Lucky 7
Seven pets somehow escaped PETA's slaughterhouse alive in 2008. Good for them. Tragically, 2200+ pets were killed by PETA last year. More discussion on the topic:Terrierman has an action alertThe Poodle and Dog BlogPet Connection
NC Woman Charged with Animal Cruelty Plus
A NC mother of four is being charged after investigators uncover animal and child abuse:Jennifer Lytton of Statesville faces one misdemeanor count of assault on a child under 12, one felony count of cruelty to animals, and two misdemeanor counts of instigating cruelty to animals. The article states she put out a cigarette on her … Continue reading NC Woman Charged with Animal Cruelty Plus
What’s Going on at the Charleston, MO Dog Pound?
Lots of online chatter about this story as well as a local news piece:A local animal rescue group says their eye-opening investigation could put Charleston City leaders in the hot seat.In the wake of that investigation, Charleston Police shut down the city pound.[...]Here's what members of the group say about conditions inside the pound:"They were … Continue reading What’s Going on at the Charleston, MO Dog Pound?
Update on Georgia Dogfighting Case
July 2008Georgia:The Appalachian Circuit District Attorney's office raided Mountain Swamp Kennels in Blue Ridge on Thursday morning, finding 22 pit bulls along with three dogfighting pits and "suspected dogfighting paraphernalia."[...]Information regarding White's kennels was initially provided to the Humane Society through its tip line, established by Norred & Associates in the wake of the Michael … Continue reading Update on Georgia Dogfighting Case
Irish Court Orders Man Convicted of Cruelty to Fly Right
Often I lament the lack of follow up stories in the media because I am one of those who wonders how things turn out. This case in Ireland does not lack for follow up but there appears to be inconsistent reporting (different outlets) on the fate of the dog. December 17, 2007 - an injured Pitbull … Continue reading Irish Court Orders Man Convicted of Cruelty to Fly Right
HSUS Understands Birds; Dogs, Not So Much
What's the difference between fighting dogs and fighting birds seized by law enforcement? The HSUS is willing to let some of the seized birds live, based upon their age and gender.The day after HSUS posted about the Wilkes County Pitbull seizure, they wrote about some birds seized in a cockfighting bust: The birds' journey to … Continue reading HSUS Understands Birds; Dogs, Not So Much
Update on Seized Dogs in Gates Co, NC
Gates County, NC - Update on 13 dogs (11 Pitbulls, 2 Rottweilers) seized from Jackie Robinson Parker:On Thursday, Jackie Robinson Parker appeared in a Gates County Court on one felony count of Dogfighting and 13 counts of Animal Cruelty.Parker insists he does not own all 13 dogs, but Ginny Canady, of Chowan County Animal Control … Continue reading Update on Seized Dogs in Gates Co, NC
What’s So Great About Tossing Puppies in a Ditch?
Nothing, as far as the puppy dumping goes, but a lot as to how the story was reported here:Suzanne Kratz said she didn't think much about seeing a man throw something out of the back of a red pickup truck, until she realized that his street litter was actually a litter of puppies.[...]"They feel like … Continue reading What’s So Great About Tossing Puppies in a Ditch?
Coalition Urges HSUS to Revise Policy on Dogs Seized in Fighting Busts
The "couple of individuals on the internet" just won't go away: “We are disheartened and shocked that HSUS, a leader in the animal welfare community, would testify in court for the automatic destruction of puppies and dogs, who had not been given the opportunity to be evaluated as individuals, based on this policy. The Michael … Continue reading Coalition Urges HSUS to Revise Policy on Dogs Seized in Fighting Busts
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