Open Letter to SLED Regarding the Chesterfield Shelter Investigation

Now that SLED has opened an investigation into the alleged shootings at the Chesterfield Co shelter, here is what I'd like to see happen: In addition to the 3 dogs whose bodies have already been sent for necropsy, I hope SLED will exhume some older remains at the landfill as well.  From my understanding, this … Continue reading Open Letter to SLED Regarding the Chesterfield Shelter Investigation

Chesterfield Co Developments for March 8

This is the latest on developments surrounding the alleged shooting of shelter dogs in Chesterfield Co, SC.  This post will be updated if new information emerges today. Last night, I was mocking something the Sheriff of Chesterfield Co said in an interview regarding the prospect of the shelter closing: “The citizens of Chesterfield County will … Continue reading Chesterfield Co Developments for March 8

Updated: Chesterfield Co Developments for March 7

This is the latest on developments surrounding the alleged shooting of shelter dogs in Chesterfield Co, SC.  It will be updated if new information emerges today. It seems as if what we've heard from the Sheriff so far indicates a position of shooting-shelter-pets-is-legal-so-yay.  Let's go over the applicable state law with a flea comb. SC … Continue reading Updated: Chesterfield Co Developments for March 7

Updated: Allegation of Mass Shooting of Shelter Dogs in SC

The so-called animal shelter in Chesterfield Co, SC was, until late last year, a gassing facility.  Some of you may remember when they gassed Bessie - a Black and Tan Coonhound slated for rescue - after she was reportedly mauled by other dogs at the shelter.  At that time, the county Sheriff Sam Parker told … Continue reading Updated: Allegation of Mass Shooting of Shelter Dogs in SC