You may remember the story of the Boxer named Boost who was lost in AL and turned in to the Walker Co Humane Society by Good Samaritans where he was immediately killed before the owner could redeem him. The reason the shelter director gave for killing the dog was that he was aggressive - she … Continue reading Update on Case Against Walker Co Humane Society in AL
Category: southern shelters
Washington Co/Johnson City Animal Shelter in TN Kills a Pitbull
Earlier this month, I mentioned this TN shelter which had a Pitbull stolen from it. The perpetrators were caught on surveillance video. Prosecuting that crime went nowhere (shocking, I know) but oddly enough, someone actually turned the dog back in to the shelter on May 15. The man relinquishing the dog said he wasn't the … Continue reading Washington Co/Johnson City Animal Shelter in TN Kills a Pitbull
Loudoun Co, VA Judge: Keep Right on Killing Shelter Pitbulls
Pitbull advocates took their case to a judge earlier this month challenging Loudoun County's policy on not adopting out Pitbulls. (The county kills most of them.) The judge has now issued a ruling in favor of the county. His opinion states that although residents can legally own a Pitbull, that doesn't guarantee them the right … Continue reading Loudoun Co, VA Judge: Keep Right on Killing Shelter Pitbulls
Fastest Kill in the East: AL Shelter Breaks Record
A lost Boxer wearing a collar was found Tuesday by a couple of good Samaritans who brought the dog to the shelter in Walker Co, AL at 4:00. The relieved owner was waiting to redeem the dog the next morning prior to the shelter's opening. But shelter staff had "evaluated" the dog and killed him … Continue reading Fastest Kill in the East: AL Shelter Breaks Record
TN Shelter Ordered by Judge to Reign in Killing of Redeemable Pets
I recently blogged about 2 seized Pitbulls in TN who were ordered released to their owner by a judge. The McKamey Animal Center killed both dogs before the owner got to the shelter to pick them up. The judge in the case has now issued a new order:City Judge Sherry Paty has put down an … Continue reading TN Shelter Ordered by Judge to Reign in Killing of Redeemable Pets
Two Dead Pitbulls in TN – What Happened?
From Chattanooga, TN, another complicated story with only partial information and a sad outcome:One Chattanooga woman wants to know why the McKamey Animal Center killed her two dogs after a judge released them to her.The backstory: On April 17th, Animal Control seized two Pitbulls after a neighbor complained they were coming under the fence while … Continue reading Two Dead Pitbulls in TN – What Happened?
Pitbull Advocates in Loudoun Co, VA in Court
A legal effort to save shelter Pitbulls from automatic death in Loudoun Co VA started in 2007:The effort to save the Vick dogs, seized under federal jurisdiction, is consistent with a Virginia law which prohibits killing impounded dogs solely based on their breed. Loudoun County Circuit Court Judge Thomas D. Horne on October 15, 2007 … Continue reading Pitbull Advocates in Loudoun Co, VA in Court
13 Pitbulls Seized in Monroe Co, Mississippi
A fugitive wanted by the feds on suspicion of murder was captured this week in Monroe County, Mississippi. In the course of the arrest, authorities seized a number of firearms and uncovered a suspected dogfighting operation: Authorities also found 13 badly scarred pit bull dogs on Evans’ property. Inside his residence, police found and seized … Continue reading 13 Pitbulls Seized in Monroe Co, Mississippi
The No Kill Movement and Pet Population
This is not so much a commentary piece as it is a collection of excerpts designed to explore certain aspects of the No Kill movement. I hope it will inspire some readers to read and learn more about this important issue. The Myth of Pet Overpopulation:[Nathan Winograd] authored a book called "Redemption: The Myth of … Continue reading The No Kill Movement and Pet Population
Southern Shelter Needs Pet Food
Shelters across the country are being hit with increased surrenders and decreased donations as the economy tanks. If you can, please consider donating your time, gently used pet supplies, or money to your local no-kill shelter. The Shelby Humane Society in Columbiana, AL is making a plea for assistance after losing the wholesale deal they … Continue reading Southern Shelter Needs Pet Food
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