Hi Shirley I have a story for you! It would be called "A shelter who got it right!" The shelter is Randolph County Humane Society animal shelter and it is located in Elkins, WV. The manager of this shelter is Kelly Scheideggar and she has been here for 11 years. This shelter is a very … Continue reading Thanksgiving Letter from a Reader
Name That Animal
I could go for a snooze right about now too. The only rule is: no researching. Just post your best guess in the comments for fun. Reading other people's answers before posting your own is optional. Answer will be posted in the comments later today.
Treats on the Internets
A column in the L.A. Times pulls no punches in discussing the plight of local shelter pets and the delayed opening of a new facility. (Thank you Marge for the link.) Puppy saved from York Co pet killing facility in SC saves owners from house fire. The owners of Rosie the Newfoundland, a dog who … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
What is your local shelter doing for Black Friday?
Is your local shelter running an adoption promotion on Black Friday in order to take advantage of so many people being off work and out shopping? A long weekend is an excellent time to bring home a new pet since there will be extra time to spend helping him learn the new routine. Kansas Humane … Continue reading What is your local shelter doing for Black Friday?
Update on ARK Shelter Case in FL
The case involving the city of DeLand, FL vs. ARK animal shelter has been resolved - in the courts at least. Based on the available reporting, I can't say I'm clear on all the specifics. One thing appears to be certain: the 135 seized pets have been surrendered by ARK and the city has elected … Continue reading Update on ARK Shelter Case in FL
A Death in the Family
After 13 beautiful years of love and laughter, we had to suddenly say goodbye to The Best Beagle today. There was time for one final walk in the sun and lots of sniffing along the way. She never suffered. As Billy carefully placed Graham in the hole he had dug in the backyard for her, … Continue reading A Death in the Family
Animal Sheltering in the Words of Those Who Don’t and Those Who Do
No kill is not real, in the words of killing apologists: "[P]lease don’t believe that no kill shelters work. They simply do not." - Ed Smith, ACO Humane Society of Carroll Co in MD “When you have a no-kill shelter, someone else is going to have to kill.” - Connie Kondravy, co-founder Organization for Responsible … Continue reading Animal Sheltering in the Words of Those Who Don’t and Those Who Do
Compassionate People are Potential Allies in the Fight for Shelter Reform
In spring of this year, Hillsborough Co, FL resolved to lower the 65% kill rate at the pound, but not to stop the killing of healthy/treatable animals entirely. The county hired Ian Hallett, former deputy chief animal services officer in Austin, to run the pound. He started work in June. I don't know how things … Continue reading Compassionate People are Potential Allies in the Fight for Shelter Reform
Warrant Issued for Arrest of Rescuer/Shelter Advisory Board Member in Barry Co
The following is taken from the About page of the Pyr rescue website belonging to Marcie Tepper of MI: When it comes to selecting a home for these big guys Marcie is pretty selective so please be patient with the questioning and process. A fenced area adjacent to the home is required, as these guys CANNOT … Continue reading Warrant Issued for Arrest of Rescuer/Shelter Advisory Board Member in Barry Co
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