A reader posed an interesting question about whether one's work in an animal related field affects one's view of shelters and if so, in what ways. So I thought I'd open this up to anyone who presently - or in the past - has held a job in a sanctuary, shelter, veterinary clinic, pet food … Continue reading Question from a Reader
I don’t know what’s going on at the Marion County shelter in SC
In November, a reader contacted me asking if I would consider doing a post on the shelter where she volunteers. She explained that everyone involved with the Marion Co shelter in SC was working hard to turn things around and they had made significant improvements in saving pets' lives. This volunteer sent me some information … Continue reading I don’t know what’s going on at the Marion County shelter in SC
Name That Animal
No researching, just post a guess if you don't know. Answer will be posted in the comments later today.
Open Thread
It's ok to talk about your feelings. Keep it animal related, otherwise it's anything goes.
Arizona Humane Society – A Problem Like This
My most recent follower on Twitter is Stacy Pearson, part of a public relations firm in Arizona which lists the Arizona Humane Society as a client on its website. The AP reports that Ms. Pearson was hired by the Arizona Humane Society specifically to handle the media after the killing of Scruffy was revealed this … Continue reading Arizona Humane Society – A Problem Like This
Arizona Humane Society Kills Beloved Kitten
A 49 year old Phoenix man named Daniel Dockery bottle fed a kitten from birth whom he named Scruffy. He raised enough money to get her spayed when she was old enough, fed her tuna, and slept next to her on the pillow at night. Mr. Dockery credits Scruffy with helping him to remain sober … Continue reading Arizona Humane Society Kills Beloved Kitten
The Prevalence of Kill Shelter Speak in Media
Both national and local media have historically done a poor job reporting on pet related stories. While sensational stories about animal hoarding, puppy mills and cruelty frequently attract media attention, journalists working for national outlets often rely on soundbites from groups like HSUS, ASPCA, and PETA - all of whom have sketchy records when it … Continue reading The Prevalence of Kill Shelter Speak in Media
Mental Health Break: Drawing
Emaciated Dog at Lancaster, CA Pound
A video posted on YouTube appears to show an emaciated dog at the Lancaster, CA pound with a cage card featuring an intake photo of the dog looking very thin, but not emaciated. From the language on the cage card - "My friends here haven't had a chance to get to know me yet" - … Continue reading Emaciated Dog at Lancaster, CA Pound
“Home for the Holidays” – How Does Your Shelter Measure Up?
Many shelters talk about getting pets "home for the holidays" at this time of year. But how many are actually open for adoptions at the times people are most likely to be off work and able to come in to adopt a pet during the holidays? My local municipal kill shelter is regrettably closed on … Continue reading “Home for the Holidays” – How Does Your Shelter Measure Up?
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