Allegations of abuse, which include killing dogs too quickly and inhumanely, have been made against the Jefferson County Humane Society in OH. I looked up the group's website to see what they are about. This is part of what the JCHS has written on the page on surrendering a pet: Keep in mind that … Continue reading Allegations of Abuse Against Jefferson Co Humane Society in OH
We’re All on the Same Team – Memphis Edition
As promised, another installment featuring records for some of the pets needlessly killed by the Memphis pound during the week of December 5 – December 12, 2012. A dog named Tigger was impounded on November 20, 2012 by MAS and his cage card says "Quarantine/Bite". The city provided no records indicating that this dog bit … Continue reading We’re All on the Same Team – Memphis Edition
Open Thread
If you have a personal pet story, question or update, a link to share, or anything at all animal related you think readers here might be interested in reading, this is the place.
Poll On Latest Michael Vick Dog Story
You may have seen this news tidbit in animal welfare circles: Michael Vick's puppy is a Belgian Malinois and he is taking her (him?) to training classes at a Petsmart in NJ. I have seen different reactions to this story and wondered where readers here fall. Which one best describes your views? (You can choose … Continue reading Poll On Latest Michael Vick Dog Story
Name That Animal
The only rule is: no researching. Just post your guesses in the comments. Reading answers posted by other people before posting your own is optional. Answer will be posted in the comments later today. This animal gets 2 photos because, how could I not?
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
County Health Department to Take Over Richmond Co Pound in NC
The Richmond Co HS in Rockingham, NC failed its February inspection by the state for many reasons including filthy conditions, insufficient employees to care for pets, broken dog houses and structural problems. Here are some excerpts from the inspector's report: Inspector was on sight at 12pm when the facility opens to the public. At that … Continue reading County Health Department to Take Over Richmond Co Pound in NC
Healthy Pups, Chewing Dogs, Owned Dogs – MAS Kills Them All
As promised, another installment featuring records for some of the pets needlessly killed by the Memphis pound during the week of December 5 - December 12, 2012. The first set of records belongs to a litter of pups, 2 male and 2 female mixed breeds, who were impounded as strays on 11-29-2012. Although the impounding … Continue reading Healthy Pups, Chewing Dogs, Owned Dogs – MAS Kills Them All
TN City Enacts Pet Limit Law and Targets Cats for Killing
The city of Rockwood, TN recently enacted what sounds like a terrible anti-pet ordinance. I wanted to read the actual ordinance but was unable to find it online so had to rely on the summary provided by an area news outlet: Pet owners and advocates in Rockwood said they are upset over a new city … Continue reading TN City Enacts Pet Limit Law and Targets Cats for Killing
Dear Memphis Pound, Your “No Kill Days” Suck
In December 2012, a local pet advocate e-mailed MAS director James Rogers with a reminder about the Just One Day no kill event coming up in June 2013. He replied: From: "James.Rogers@memphistn.gov" To: Sent: Wed, December 12, 2012 9:39:51 AM Subject: RE: "Just One Day" Thanks for the reminder. MAS will plan accordingly. MAS had … Continue reading Dear Memphis Pound, Your “No Kill Days” Suck
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