There are several reasons why people might bring their pets to a shelter after-hours. They may not be able to get to the shelter during regular hours due to work or transportation issues. They may not want to deal with whatever guilt trip the shelter puts on surrendering parties (e.g. "We're going to kill your … Continue reading Does Padlocking Your Shelter Make the Staff More Approachable?
Treats on the Internets
SC's Pawmetto Lifeline says that an 82% kill rate in Columbia area shelters is not the fault of those doing the killing - it's the damn irresponsible public that's to blame. The group also wants to encourage the uncaring, unwashed masses to step up and foster. A 73 year old CT woman told authorities she … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
Mental Health Break: Wikipedia
Wikipedia has a good entry on the tradition of the ship's cat. While their services were mainly needed for rodent control, they provided comfort to the crew as well: Cats have a high ability to adapt to new surroundings, and were therefore highly suitable for service on a ship. They also offered companionship and a … Continue reading Mental Health Break: Wikipedia
Snapshots from MAS
Pets Suffering at Marlboro Co Pound in SC
Remember the pound in Marlboro Co, SC? This photo was posted on Facebook (I assume by a volunteer) asking for immediate foster/rescue of this bitch and her litter from the Marlboro Co pound. A later posting indicated someone had offered to take her. I have no other information but hopefully that info is accurate and … Continue reading Pets Suffering at Marlboro Co Pound in SC
Business as Usual at MAS
MAS is currently killing dogs who exhibit symptoms of an upper respiratory illness which is treatable with 14 days of antibiotics. Per MAS vet Rebecca Coleman, the dogs "just need a couple of weeks to recover and they're back to normal and doing fine". The body count so far: Twenty dogs have already been put … Continue reading Business as Usual at MAS
Cute Puppy Alert at MAS
Will somebody ask MAS about this darling white puppy - his ID# and any info they can provide? He appeared to be an owner surrender last night so should be immediately available for adoption. Let us know so we can try and help him if he is in need.
Name That Animal
No Googling, although you still have your phone-a-friend lifeline available. I'll post the answer in the comments later today. Today's animal was suggested by reader Eucritta.
Disease Outbreak Reported at MAS
The Memphis Flyer posted a story about a respiratory disease outbreak at MAS at 3:52pm today. The piece states that 17 dogs have been killed already due to the disease. Presumably, the interview with Janet Hooks included in the article would have been conducted at some point prior to 3:52 pm: Shelter staff is also … Continue reading Disease Outbreak Reported at MAS
Updated: Wild Animals Escape Preserve in Ohio
Although details are few at this point, what is known makes for a sad story. The owner of the Muskingum County Animal Farm, a wild animal preserve in Ohio, was found dead on his property late yesterday afternoon. Most all the cage doors for the 48 animals had been left open. Lions, tigers, cheetahs, wolves, … Continue reading Updated: Wild Animals Escape Preserve in Ohio
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