Note: I looked on the pound's Facebook page to confirm the specifics on this event but all I found was a bunch of drama. I am posting the information below based on a mention in the piece on KATC. If anyone knows anything further, please leave a comment. Where: Tractor Supply, 204 Odd Fellows Rd, … Continue reading Crowley, LA Adoption Event Today
Category: animal shelter abuse
An Officer and a Gentleman
Reason #84 why the animal shelter system in this country is broken: The people given enforcement powers regarding animal cruelty are in some cases committing cruelty themselves. And when they get caught, the good ol' boy network minimizes the crimes and does its best to sweep the mess under the rug. In the case of … Continue reading An Officer and a Gentleman
Updated: LA Shelter Employee WANTS to Kill Animals
The city of Crowley, LA operates an animal shelter separate from the parish facility. Police are currently investigating the city shelter and have reportedly charged an employee with animal cruelty. The staff member is accused of killing hundreds of dogs "over an extended period of time." Details are few at this point but beheaded dog … Continue reading Updated: LA Shelter Employee WANTS to Kill Animals
This is how it’s done.
When volunteers at the Saginaw Co pound in MI saw neglect and abuse, they documented it, started a Facebook page and posted the images online: In an apparent act of retaliation, pound director Val McCullough instituted several policy changes including banning volunteers from caring for animals on weekends when the staff is off and banning … Continue reading This is how it’s done.
Dog Suffers for 4 Days at Memphis Pound
Dog #243148 was impounded by a Memphis ACO as a stray on the morning of June 30, 2012. She was listed as a 2 year old female Pitbull wearing a choke chain. At the time of impound, she weighed 96.3 pounds which is at least twice the weight of a typical female Pitbull. The reason … Continue reading Dog Suffers for 4 Days at Memphis Pound
CA Pound Causes Puppy to Needlessly Suffer
Pat Claerbout allegedly blacklists rescues who question killing at any pound she runs. She is also accused of killing pets rescuers want to save in retaliation for asking questions. Ms. Claerbout is currently in charge of the Stockton pound in CA, which came to my attention on Saturday, July 7, when I saw this photo … Continue reading CA Pound Causes Puppy to Needlessly Suffer
+1 for the Irresponsible Public: Amber is Safe
No one can say for certain what would have happened to Amber if not for the irresponsible public. But I can say what I believe would have happened, based on the overwhelming evidence of what has happened to so many other Pitbull type dogs at MAS: She would have been left in that stinking cage … Continue reading +1 for the Irresponsible Public: Amber is Safe
Atlanta Reporter Exposes Shelter Scam
The Boggs Mountain Humane Shelter in GA advertises a "Lucky Dog" sponsorship program on its website. Donors can send in $100 to sponsor a dog or cat at this so-called "no kill" shelter and will receive word when the sponsored pet is adopted or transferred to rescue. It sounds great but Randy Travis, an investigative … Continue reading Atlanta Reporter Exposes Shelter Scam
Cat Suffers for 5 Days Before Being Killed at Memphis Pound
Cat #241683 was impounded by MAS on June 5, 2012 at 11:43 am. He was badly injured, possibly degloved by a fan belt. He was left to sit without treatment (presumably in a cage and not in the trap where MAS photographed him) until the next day. On June 6, the MAS veterinarian examined the … Continue reading Cat Suffers for 5 Days Before Being Killed at Memphis Pound
The Excellent Care and Good People at the Surry Co Pound
The Surry Co pound in NC failed a state inspection on April 26, 2012. The inspector noted that some cats were left without water and/or litter boxes. Among the many items indicated as unacceptable was "veterinary care when needed". To wit: One coonhound male named 'Gunner' (#57398) was found appearing to be severely emaciated and … Continue reading The Excellent Care and Good People at the Surry Co Pound
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