I recently posted about what is really a pretty big deal for shelter pets in Delaware and potentially for shelter pets in every state in the country which might choose to follow suit. Basically, Delaware is affording multiple, mandatory statewide protections to pets in shelters including the stipulation that killing is a last resort. For … Continue reading Web Non-Alert: DE Saving the Lives of Shelter Pets
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A Pretty Big Deal
...for shelter pets in Delaware, and potentially for shelter pets of every state in the country which might aspire to follow the same path: Across the state and the country, animal rights supporters are praising legislation passed by the General Assembly in June to codify rules for the treatment and care of animals in Delaware … Continue reading A Pretty Big Deal
La Bella Vita
The owners and friends of Bella, the Pitbull shot to death by a lazy ACO in Cabarrus Co, NC, originally organized in an effort to seek justice for the dog. Now, they want justice for all dogs in Cabarrus County's animal control shelters: "What we found out was very disturbing," Jeff Daniels [Bella's owner] told … Continue reading La Bella Vita
No Kill Shelter Struggling in NC
The state of North Carolina says they've been working with The Haven, a no kill shelter on 140 acres, for years on compliance issues: For years, the state has encouraged [shelter director Linden Spear] to bring the facilities up to code by building more kennels and laying concrete and gravel - impermeable surfaces considered more … Continue reading No Kill Shelter Struggling in NC
“Shelter Hating” – Where is the Love?
A reader writes (in part): Sometimes I feel like people get so caught up in shelter-hating[...] This got me thinking about the concept of "shelter-hating", if people in general get caught up in it and specifically do I get caught up in it? I think I probably fall in line with Joe Average - I … Continue reading “Shelter Hating” – Where is the Love?
Mythbusting in Georgia
The oft repeated condemnation of the public by animal shelters who kill pets has been dealt yet another blow in Paulding Co, GA. The media announced a couple of days ago that the shelter's 120 pets needed immediate adoption as the shelter had to close for construction. The "irresponsible public" answered the call: "We have … Continue reading Mythbusting in Georgia
Needless Shelter Pet Killing and the OSPCA
First, an update on the ringworm killings at OSPCA: The Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals now says there will not be a mass euthanization of animals at a shelter north of Toronto. [...] Rob Godfrey, chair of the animal protection agency, said most of the animals — about two-thirds — will … Continue reading Needless Shelter Pet Killing and the OSPCA
Which Shelter Pet Will Be the Last to Be Killed?
Right now, in a shelter in Your Town, USA, friendly cats are purring, kneading their blankets and watching the goings on with curiosity. Dogs are wagging their tails, barking with excitement and putting their paws up on the fence to get a better look around. And shelter staff are taking these friendly cats and dogs … Continue reading Which Shelter Pet Will Be the Last to Be Killed?
ME Community Helps in Creation of No Kill Shelter
As I've said in past, I believe people are generally against killing friendly dogs and cats and when called upon, will volunteer and donate to work toward no kill efforts in the community. Case in point, courtesy of Maine: When Lorraine Monfils planned the first community cleanup day for the Ark Animal Shelter, she hoped … Continue reading ME Community Helps in Creation of No Kill Shelter
Montclair, NJ Community Wants to Improve Shelter
The animal shelter in Montclair, NJ reportedly has a kill rate of approximately 11%. That's a pretty good save rate when compared to the national average. Apparently some local pet advocates have complaints about how the shelter operates and are asking the shelter, which was taken over by the municipality last year, to become a … Continue reading Montclair, NJ Community Wants to Improve Shelter
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