When I initially looked over the kill logs from the Catoosa Co pound in GA, it appeared that GA law was being violated regarding the method of pet killing being performed there. The reader who initially contacted me about the pound requested some additional records and those documents seem to reveal violations of county law … Continue reading More Apparent Illegalities Revealed at Catoosa Co Pound
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Catoosa Co Pound Records Reveal Disturbing Information
Last month, reader Jamie contacted me for help regarding a puppy she had been trying to rescue from the Catoosa Co AC shelter in GA. Jamie wrote: It was Thursday [January 26, 2012], late afternoon when I was sent a picture of him in the shelter. The shelter staff told my contact that was there … Continue reading Catoosa Co Pound Records Reveal Disturbing Information
Even a Kid Gets It: Shelter Pets are Better Fed Than Dead
In May 2011, then 9 year old Aaron Mims was taken to the Columbia Co pound to adopt a new pet. The family chose a beautiful white dog and named him Arrow. He left the pound wishing he could take home every dog in the place. For his 10th birthday, he asked the kids attending … Continue reading Even a Kid Gets It: Shelter Pets are Better Fed Than Dead
Southern Pines Animal Shelter Killed Beloved Lost Dog Shortly After Intake
The Southern Pines Animal Shelter in Hattiesburg MS indicates on its website that it killed 67% of the pets in the facility's care in 2010 and adds: Unfortunately many animals must be euthanized because of lack of space, resources, and adoptive homes. This statement needs to be updated to include "because they won't let a … Continue reading Southern Pines Animal Shelter Killed Beloved Lost Dog Shortly After Intake
Case Update: AL Mayor’s Cruelty Trial Underway
Regular readers might remember that the mayor of New Brockton AL, Lenwood Herron, was charged with animal cruelty in conjunction with severe neglect at the town's pound last year. His lawyer attempted to get the case dismissed but failed. The trial began yesterday and included testimony from the sheriff, a veterinarian and a local animal … Continue reading Case Update: AL Mayor’s Cruelty Trial Underway
Allegations of Abuse at Warren Co Pound in TN
Warren Co Animal Control in TN has been the subject of pet abuse allegations for some time. In August 2010, The Warren Co Humane Society (WCHS) rescued a litter of newborn puppies which had been found in the pound's sewer drain. There is a document on WCHS's website which purports to be several months' worth … Continue reading Allegations of Abuse at Warren Co Pound in TN
NC Cops Shoot Dog then Gas Him to Death, “Counseled” Not to Gas Pets in Future
In Thomasville NC, police officers are charged with handling animal control duties on weekends. Last year on Thanksgiving weekend, Thomasville police officer Lee Patton and Cpl. Jeff McCrary responded to a call about an aggressive dog at large. Officer Patton reportedly shot the dog in the face and shoulder after the dog "charged" him. The … Continue reading NC Cops Shoot Dog then Gas Him to Death, “Counseled” Not to Gas Pets in Future
Rescuer Murdered in NC, Shelter Pets She Was to Foster Will Be Killed for Christmas
Theresa McCraw, a pet rescuer in Rutherford Co, NC, was shot to death last weekend. Her estranged husband has been charged with her murder. Ms. McCraw worked tirelessly to help shelter pets at the Rutherford Co Animal Control shelter. She intended to foster pets during the facility's Christmas closing in order to save their lives. … Continue reading Rescuer Murdered in NC, Shelter Pets She Was to Foster Will Be Killed for Christmas
Wake Co Pound Experiences Lifesaving Increase, Not Sure How They Like It
Last month, the pound in Wake Co, NC took a healthy looking dog named Sassy to a local TV studio for a Pet of the Day feature. Then they brought her back to the pound and killed her because they said she had a cough. The public was outraged and as a result, the pound … Continue reading Wake Co Pound Experiences Lifesaving Increase, Not Sure How They Like It
Allegations of Abuse at Calhoun Co Pound
A video posted on You Tube features two former employees of Calhoun Co Animal Control in AL making allegations of cruelty at the pound. (Warning: The narrative is disturbing to hear and the descriptions of pet abuse are graphic.) Among the allegations are the use of heartstick without sedation, allowing pets in severe pain to … Continue reading Allegations of Abuse at Calhoun Co Pound
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