The state of North Carolina says they've been working with The Haven, a no kill shelter on 140 acres, for years on compliance issues: For years, the state has encouraged [shelter director Linden Spear] to bring the facilities up to code by building more kennels and laying concrete and gravel - impermeable surfaces considered more … Continue reading No Kill Shelter Struggling in NC
All Sales Final?
On the opinion page of a NY paper, the secretary of the Hi-Tor Animal Care Center Board of Directors writes: Unlike some organizations, we are not selective as to admission based on age, breed or adoptability status. In fact, it is not unusual for Hi-Tor to receive animals adopted on impulse from other organizations that … Continue reading All Sales Final?
Treats on the Internets
Pricey "shelter evaluation" by HSUS receives a less than glowing review in WI *** What difference can one company make with regard to a charitable donation directly to a shelter? Ask House of Mews in Memphis. *** CA: Butte County grand jury recommends the Butte Humane Society's "appalling" facility be replaced. Speaking of appalling: [Shelter … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
Cruelty Case at PA Show/Breeding Kennel
Ironwood Kennels in Lehigh Co, operated by Miriam "Mimi" Winkler and James Deppen, was inspected by 3 PA dog wardens on April 27: The visit turned up 18 bichon frise dogs that were "living in unsanitary conditions and had heavily matted coats, long nails and open tumors on some of the dogs that were untreated," … Continue reading Cruelty Case at PA Show/Breeding Kennel
Good on You Forrest City Animal Shelter
How do you approach the difficult problem of abuse at an animal shelter such as the case at the Forrest City shelter in Arkansas? If you're Desiree Bender of HSUS, you barge in and attempt to drive a wedge between the staff allegedly responsible for the abuse and the pesky volunteers who just won't shut … Continue reading Good on You Forrest City Animal Shelter
Lawsuit Against Robeson Co Animal Shelter Dropped
There was a 3 hour public hearing on Thursday regarding alleged abuse at the Robeson County Animal Shelter in NC: The board heard testimony and affidavits from more than a half dozen witnesses who accused staff at the county animal shelter of mistreating dogs and cats and making it difficult for rescue groups to adopt … Continue reading Lawsuit Against Robeson Co Animal Shelter Dropped
SC: Guilty Plea in Dog Dragging Case
A SC man, William Jefferson, says he tied his Rottweiler mix to the trunk of his sedan with a six foot leash and placed the dog inside the open trunk. As Bud was unaccustomed to this method of transport and, I presume, the trunk lid would have been moving up and down in a frightening … Continue reading SC: Guilty Plea in Dog Dragging Case
Dog Product Review: Kong Wobbler
When I was asked if I would be interested in receiving a Kong Wobbler to review, I was skeptical for a couple of reasons. First, my dogs have never really been into Kongs - even when I stuff them with treats. They dump the treats out immediately, scarf them up, and it's all done for … Continue reading Dog Product Review: Kong Wobbler
Not as Nature Intended
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For Just $19 a Month…
We often see references to how little the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) spends on shelters - less than 1/2 of 1% (.45% to be exact) of their annual budget. It's important to make this information known because many people donate to HSUS thinking they are supporting their local shelters in so doing. … Continue reading For Just $19 a Month…
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