The Charlotte-Mecklenburg pound, the place that brought you such classics as The Drugged Kitty Photo-Fest and Oops - We Killed A(nother) Pet, brings you this posting on Facebook. Read it and weep. Yup. It's a promo for a stray horse they named MEATY. They are auctioning him. Aren't these folks just fall down funny?
The Capacity to Care in Memphis
Memphis Animal Services (MAS) interim director James Rogers was appointed by Mayor Wharton in late February. In a recent speech to the rotary club, Mr. Rogers talked about his work to date at the pound: "We're looking at 100 days. Look at what's happened in 100 days. What do you think it will look like … Continue reading The Capacity to Care in Memphis
Ending the Killing of Shelter Pets TODAY
There are some animal welfare advocates who find shelter pet killing acceptable as long as it meets some arbitrary criteria such as, "the shelter is killing less than they used to" or "the shelter is transitioning to no kill/low kill/a new director" etc. The most common excuse offered is "these things take time". While I … Continue reading Ending the Killing of Shelter Pets TODAY
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Shelter Pets of the Day
NYC Animal Care & Control 2336 Linden Boulevard Brooklyn, NY 11208 Shelter Hours: 8AM – 8PM, 7 days a week Adoption Hours: Noon to 7PM, 7 days a week 212-788-4000 NYC ACC’s kill rate for January – April 2012 was 17%.
Mental Health Break: Link
Read this story about an English family who adopted a shelter cat and how their 4 year old autistic boy's life changed. If you don't absolutely melt looking at the photos, hold a mirror close to your nose to check for signs of life.
The Excellent Care and Good People at the Surry Co Pound
The Surry Co pound in NC failed a state inspection on April 26, 2012. The inspector noted that some cats were left without water and/or litter boxes. Among the many items indicated as unacceptable was "veterinary care when needed". To wit: One coonhound male named 'Gunner' (#57398) was found appearing to be severely emaciated and … Continue reading The Excellent Care and Good People at the Surry Co Pound
Brown Co, OH Threatens to Kill Shelter Dogs
The Brown Co HS operates the county animal shelter in Ohio. The group apparently calls itself a "no kill" facility although right now they are threatening to kill animals: In 48 hours, the Brown County Humane Society's Animal Shelter will have to start euthanizing dogs because it is at capacity. The "no-kill" facility said that … Continue reading Brown Co, OH Threatens to Kill Shelter Dogs
AZ: Retired ACO Steals from Shelter Pets
Teri Moore, an ACO in Camp Verde, AZ with 17 years on the job, retired on June 2. One of her duties during her employment had apparently been a Sunday visit to the local Wal Mart to pick up donated food for the pets at the pound. After her retirement, Ms. Moore allegedly continued to … Continue reading AZ: Retired ACO Steals from Shelter Pets
She’s The One
I have lamented for years that I wanted a dog that made me feel like she loved me - one that I had an extra special bond with. Having lived with so many Flatcoats over the years, I never had that. Don't get me wrong, my Flatcoats love me - but they also love Billy … Continue reading She’s The One
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