Several of you have sent in links pertaining to the recent multi-state seizure of 367 dogs in connection with a dogfighting bust. And almost everyone who did also asked the question: What will happen to the dogs? Since the ASPCA and HSUS are involved, I will speculate based on past performance: Already overburdened rescue groups … Continue reading Hundreds of Dogs Seized in Multi-State Dogfighting Bust
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Discussion: What was the case against Caboodle Ranch all about?
More than a year after PETA and the ASPCA teamed up to shut down Caboodle Ranch, Craig Grant's FL cat sanctuary, a legal resolution appears to be near. Under the deal with the state, the criminal charges against Grant will be dropped if he agrees to take his medication, pay costs to the state attorney's … Continue reading Discussion: What was the case against Caboodle Ranch all about?
SC Shelter That Sent Dogs on Transport with ASPCA Now Selling Weimaraner Stud
Some of you might remember when A Second Chance Animal Shelter in Manning, SC shipped 41 of their dogs off to places that kill pets via the ASPCA. At that time, I made inquiries to A Second Chance, an organization that describes itself as "low to no kill", but they were less than thrilled about … Continue reading SC Shelter That Sent Dogs on Transport with ASPCA Now Selling Weimaraner Stud
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.
Mailbag
I get a wide array of mail. I need to share it more often. Sharing this one with permission from reader Arlene because it cracked me up. To provide a little context, Arlene normally sends me links and info accompanied by polite commentary or questions. But she apparently woke up on the feisty side of … Continue reading Mailbag
Top 5 Reasons the ASPCA Should Do Right by Displaced Sandy Pets
5. Celebrity Rachel Ray gave the ASPCA half a million dollars less than 2 months ago to board pets displaced by Hurricane Sandy at its Emergency Boarding Facility in Brooklyn. At the time, ASPCA president Ed Sayres promised, "The need is daunting, but the animals will not be forgotten." After caring for just 280 animals … Continue reading Top 5 Reasons the ASPCA Should Do Right by Displaced Sandy Pets
ASPCA to Displaced Sandy Pets: Sucks Being You
Reuters is reporting that 136 unclaimed pets at the emergency Hurricane Sandy shelter operated by the ASPCA in Brooklyn may be in danger: Most of the owners that the ASPCA has identified live in temporary housing or with family and friends, environments that prevent them from bringing their animals home, [ASPCA spokeswoman Kelly] Krause said. … Continue reading ASPCA to Displaced Sandy Pets: Sucks Being You
Things That Make You Go “Hmm”
The troubled Spartanburg pound in SC spent $17 grand on lobbying last year according to the group's 990 tax form (page 10). The Spartanburg pound has no lobbyists on the payroll to my knowledge so I presume they gave the money to one of the large national animal groups who does. The form doesn't state … Continue reading Things That Make You Go “Hmm”
700 Cats Seized from Cat Sanctuary in FL
You may have been reading this week about the arrest of Caboodle Ranch owner Craig Grant. Mr. Grant operated a cat sanctuary in FL and was featured in a satirical piece on the Colbert Report about a year ago. You can see the very funny clip, which shows many of the cats and their environment … Continue reading 700 Cats Seized from Cat Sanctuary in FL
11th Hour Social Media Blitz to Fight for Shelter Pets’ Lives
On Wednesday February 15, Assembly Bill A05449A will be introduced in the NY state Ag Committee. This quick kill bill is expected to pass and we need to make our voices heard tonight to keep that from happening. This quick kill bill is of immediate concern to NYers because it affects their community pets but … Continue reading 11th Hour Social Media Blitz to Fight for Shelter Pets’ Lives
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