South Carolina: Five years ago this dog was in a shelter. Kathryn Larkin selected her for adoption, saving her life. Ms. Larkin named her Maggie. This month, Ms. Larkin was returning from a walk with Maggie when she fainted in her carport. The 83 year old woman hit her head and was out of sight … Continue reading UR LIFE: I SAVD IT.
Dinner at Chez Dog
Lately I've been making what Billy calls goulash. I boil chicken in an oversized pot with extra water. About halfway through, I sprinkle in a small amount of rice and add chopped veggies. Today's veggies were sweet potatoes, celery and carrots. By the time the chicken is done, the rice and veggies are cooked and … Continue reading Dinner at Chez Dog
This Looks Like a Pretty Good Dog
You may remember when reader Jamie Horton rescued Jennie from her local shelter. Today I got a nice surprise in my inbox when Jamie sent me some new photos of Jennie to share. What a joy to see her running and playing and living life as she was meant to do. Jennie is a smart … Continue reading This Looks Like a Pretty Good Dog
By What Right?
What gives a taxpayer funded animal shelter the right to abuse and/or kill pets? Is it the law of Finders Keepers? "We got 'em now so we can do whatever we want to 'em"? There are laws to protect pets from abuse and killing by private citizens. Should animal shelters and their workers be exempt … Continue reading By What Right?
Randi’s Surgical Cancer Treatment
Randi had been lame for a few weeks before we finally were able to determine the cause: A tumor pushing out her toenail on a rear foot. An x-ray showed that the tumor had already eaten away some of the bone. Toe amputation was recommended. The photo is what Randi's foot looked like a couple … Continue reading Randi’s Surgical Cancer Treatment
What Do You Feed Your Annoying Fuzzball Yappy Things that Will One Day Grow Up to be Dogs?
I'm taking a poll. Unscientific as ever. But first I have a confession: I don't like puppies. When I say "don't like", I don't mean to give the impression that I actively dislike puppies or wish them harm or anything. I should perhaps reword my sentiment to say "I prefer adult dogs". So although I … Continue reading What Do You Feed Your Annoying Fuzzball Yappy Things that Will One Day Grow Up to be Dogs?
Padding the $100 Million Money Roll
HSUS does not operate an animal shelter even though many people donate after seeing their commercials on TV, believing they do. This month, HSUS is apparently going to win $250k from Pepsi after getting more votes than other groups competing for the grant. Meanwhile, my area no kill shelter needs puppy and kitten food. To … Continue reading Padding the $100 Million Money Roll
Treat on the Internets
The story of a former soldier, struggling to survive, and the rescue of a shelter dog on the kill list for behavioral issues. The family that prays together, stays together. (Thanks Barbara for the link.) *** Undercover video exposes neglect at NYC AC & C. Current staff and volunteers keep their identities hidden while speaking … Continue reading Treat on the Internets
How Did We Get Here?
How would it be if Joe Smith took 100 dogs a day to his local vet for killing? I bet there would be questions, not the least of which would include the issue of why so many healthy/treatable pets should be killed. Maybe he would explain that people kept bringing him dogs and cats - … Continue reading How Did We Get Here?
Just a Thought
South Carolina: York County's AC supervisor vacated his post in March. The AC unit has been without leadership ever since, although the county did indicate a desire to fill the position with a "people person" by the end of September. At the end of November, they finally hired a former textile plant manager for the … Continue reading Just a Thought
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