Via a FOIA request, I have MAS security camera footage from May 22, 2012, from 2pm to 7pm. Thank you to everyone who donated to the previous MAS FOIA request (money leftover after the city lowered the price was used to buy this footage). I will be posting clips as time allows. The first video … Continue reading MAS Security Camera Footage: Chokepoles and Hungry Dogs
Mental Health Break: Photos
For those who remember this Shelter Pet of the Day from MAS, here are some photos sent in by his rescuer. The dog, now called Jake, has his own family. Thank you to everyone who helped him. Before: After:
Activists Upset about Pasco Co Pound
Pasco Co, FL opened a $3 million adoption center last year but pets who arrive at the pound don't go there. They go to Building C - a place with no windows, no air conditioning, and no insulation. Some animal activists say the dogs are not fed daily and end up covered in their own … Continue reading Activists Upset about Pasco Co Pound
Shelter Pets of the Day
The Petfinder page for the Estill Co pound in KY says it is "very rescue friendly" and begins its rescue guidelines as follows: you can rescue a animal when it is due to be euthanized, or adopt that pet if you really wish it. The pound has zero pets listed on its Petfinder site and … Continue reading Shelter Pets of the Day
Looks like you’re going to need another logo contest MAS
Distracting the public from the way things are by focusing on the way things look doesn't seem to be working.
Keeping Pets Safe and Cool in the Heat
During the summer heat, keeping pets inside an air-conditioned environment is ideal but not possible for some owners and shelters. Here are a some tips for keeping dogs and cats safe and cool in the hot weather. We are not on a stationary planet. As such, the places that provide shade in your yard in … Continue reading Keeping Pets Safe and Cool in the Heat
Compare and Contrast
Pets Alive in NY has a live feed of kittens at their shelter! I'll be looking at that whenever I need a break from:
Name That Animal
The only rule is: no researching. Answer will be posted in the comments later today. This baby animal comes courtesy of reader Jamie:
Planned Improvement at Sutter Co Pound
Some good news for feral cats at the miserable pound in Sutter Co, CA: Beginning September 1, healthy community cats will no longer be accepted by the pound. As I've said many times, I see no justification for impounding feral cats anywhere - unless it's a temporary impound as part of a TNR program - … Continue reading Planned Improvement at Sutter Co Pound
KY Animal Control Director Indicted
The director of the Caldwell Co pound in KY, Abigail Tucker, has been indicted by a grand jury on charges stemming from incidents occurring between 2007 and 2010. The charges seem to involve money although there is a reference to "property" as well: [T]here are several acts by Ms. Tucker which involve improper accounting of … Continue reading KY Animal Control Director Indicted
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