Jackson Co Animal Control in Oregon had a live release rate in 2010 of just 36%. Its vision statement on its website begins: Our Vision: A time when Jackson County neighborhoods will be safe from the dangers and nuisances of irresponsible pet ownership. Notably missing is Jackson Co pet owners' vision for a time when … Continue reading Jackson Co Animal Control Kills Microchipped Pets
Man Who Had Kapone in MS Skips Town at Christmas
Finding out what happened to Kapone between the time a former Memphis ACO picked him up and the time he was found living at a home in MS seems to be at the bottom of authorities' Meh List. Kapone was found at a Senatobia, MS home on December 20, 2011. He was at the center … Continue reading Man Who Had Kapone in MS Skips Town at Christmas
Dr. King and Social Change
In honor of Martin Luther King Day, I wanted to share some of his words of wisdom regarding social change. There are many quotes from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. which can be applied to the no kill movement. I will include just a few here. Please share additional quotes from Dr. King in the … Continue reading Dr. King and Social Change
Niagara SPCA Board Stands Alone in Support of Director Amidst Allegations of Cruel Neglect and Illegal Killings
On New Year's Eve 2011, The Niagara Gazette broke a story alleging abuse and illegal killing of shelter pets at the Niagara SPCA. Among the whistleblowers are volunteers, a current board member and a former veterinary technician. At the heart of the alleged abuse is executive director John Faso. Mr. Faso has been on the … Continue reading Niagara SPCA Board Stands Alone in Support of Director Amidst Allegations of Cruel Neglect and Illegal Killings
Case Update on VA Police Officer Who Beat Cat to Death
The Harrisonburg VA police officer who clubbed an injured cat 20 times with his baton has been charged with animal cruelty and placed on administrative leave. In addition, he has finally been named: J. N. Snoddy. The charge is a misdemeanor. Watch this space for updates.
Update on Dallas Animal Services
There are currently 30 “urgent” positions open at Dallas Animal Services (DAS) and they've been vacant for quite awhile. Those vacancies include a lead veterinarian, 13 animal services officers, nine customer service reps, and two shelter and field assistant managers. In August 2011, DAS laid off 53 workers and replaced them with temporary workers. Many … Continue reading Update on Dallas Animal Services
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Surrey Says
Please help network these wonderful Beagles at the Tipton Co Animal Shelter in TN. This is the place where I got Surrey. They seem to have lots of Beagles and Beagle mixes! I pulled the info in the captions directly from the Helping Tipton County Animal Shelter Animals Facebook page. Please visit that page and/or … Continue reading Surrey Says
Open Thread
I had a finished post which I had worked on for a good bit. When I set up the scheduled posting time, WordPress ate it, leaving me nothing but the title. So instead you get this open thread, which I was going to post this afternoon, a little early. I hope the disappearing of my … Continue reading Open Thread
Even a Kid Gets It: Shelter Pets are Better Fed Than Dead
In May 2011, then 9 year old Aaron Mims was taken to the Columbia Co pound to adopt a new pet. The family chose a beautiful white dog and named him Arrow. He left the pound wishing he could take home every dog in the place. For his 10th birthday, he asked the kids attending … Continue reading Even a Kid Gets It: Shelter Pets are Better Fed Than Dead
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