Wilkes County Animal Control in NC took in 2803 cats in 2010. It killed 2536 of them. That's a kill rate of 90% for cats in Wilkes Co. The pound is open 10:30 - 5 on weekdays and for 90 minutes on Saturdays (unless it's a holiday). One can't help but wonder if more pets … Continue reading Meaningful Fee Assistance for Feline Spay-Neuter in Wilkes Co
Taunting Mari?
In the hours leading up to Mari's rescue from MAS, he should have been left alone as much as possible, since MAS knew he was feral and obviously under severe stress in the pound. The "cleaning" practices at MAS, where workers hose down the cage with the dog still inside, are enough to frighten even … Continue reading Taunting Mari?
Dog Food Wonkery: Grains
There are various arguments against the inclusion of grain in the canine diet. One is that grains cause allergies in dogs. This article offers the perspective that the incidence of grain allergies in dogs is extremely low. Another common argument against feeding grains is that the dog has no dietary requirement for carbohydrates and would … Continue reading Dog Food Wonkery: Grains
Zanesville, OH: Exotic Animals Suffered in Captivity
I know many readers followed the killing of dozens of wild animals who had been released from their cages on an Ohio farm just before the owner committed suicide on October 18. In a recent meeting of a group tasked with making recommendations for exotic animal ownership in OH, Tom Stalf from the Columbus Zoo … Continue reading Zanesville, OH: Exotic Animals Suffered in Captivity
Henry Update
Henry is one of the dogs saved from the stray area at MAS because we were able to see him on the webcams. He is wrapping up his heartworm treatment with his foster family. Thank you to everyone who helped get Henry out of MAS alive and who donated to the fund used to pay … Continue reading Henry Update
Memphis: When being hit with a bat is the preferred option
A caring member of the public inquired about this puppy on the "Friends" of MAS FB page and was told the pup "did not make it to the adoption area". Further inquiries seeking explanation remain unanswered as of this post. While I do not know the ID number of this pup or have access to … Continue reading Memphis: When being hit with a bat is the preferred option
Name That Beagle
Last month, I got an e-mail from a rescue friend about a pregnant Beagle in a kill shelter. You know the kind - NEEDS OUT TODAY, etc. The kind I (and probably many of you) receive regularly. It included a picture of a little Beagle who looked like she swallowed a tire. Billy and I … Continue reading Name That Beagle
Name That Animal
No researching allowed - just have a guess.
Dollar-A-Dog Donation Challenge
Meows and BowWows, our rescue friends in Memphis, pulled Rhett and Trixie from MAS during the recent upper respiratory disease outbreak. They need treatment for heartworms. I know some of you have already donated - thank you. For anyone who would like to participate, I'm putting out a one dollar challenge on Rhett and Trixie. … Continue reading Dollar-A-Dog Donation Challenge
Humane Handling of Fearful Dog in High Stress Environment
Steve Markwell of Olympic Animal Sanctuary shows how an experienced, compassionate handler captures a highly unsocialized dog in a very stressful environment:
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