There's a new animal shelter in Florence Co, SC:It spans about 4,600 square feet and has 76 dog pens and 86 cat cages, Christmas said. Generally, animal control officers will keep one animal to a cage to prevent problems such as fighting over food, he said. The old facility could comfortably hold 30 dogs and … Continue reading New Shelter in SC and Some Misinformation
Will Warrantless Searches Save NC Shelter Pets from their Executioners?
A vague and intrusive breeder bill being considered in NC prompted an opinion piece in The News & Observer:These animals come at a cost to taxpayers, who bear the burden of sheltering and killing the unlimited rejects of the commercial breeding industry. Animal shelters are easy dumping grounds for breeders seeking to dispose of animals … Continue reading Will Warrantless Searches Save NC Shelter Pets from their Executioners?
13 Pitbulls Seized in Monroe Co, Mississippi
A fugitive wanted by the feds on suspicion of murder was captured this week in Monroe County, Mississippi. In the course of the arrest, authorities seized a number of firearms and uncovered a suspected dogfighting operation: Authorities also found 13 badly scarred pit bull dogs on Evans’ property. Inside his residence, police found and seized … Continue reading 13 Pitbulls Seized in Monroe Co, Mississippi
Tidbits from Friday Reading
Be kind to animals - for profit!Ohio State University says their research shows that farm animals who are handled gently are better producers:"The idea behind animal welfare education is to turn people's negative behaviors -- kicking, hitting, shouting -- into positive behaviors -- walking slowly, talking calmly and being more physically gentle." The university recently … Continue reading Tidbits from Friday Reading
Let’s Play Oddball
I always take spiders outside because I believe in karma - and because of this.Not to be outdone, a sparrow may have seen a spider in his house too.Animal control in WA: We don't do emus.In a bush outside the press briefing room at the White House - a new family.Pig owner says, “I just … Continue reading Let’s Play Oddball
Shelter Killing: Cruel to be Kind?
Nathan Winograd talks about one of the hurdles for No Kill: burned out rescuers who have witnessed so much animal abuse they come to feel that death is a kind and sensible option for the victims:What makes this point of view especially disturbing is the illogical leap it causes people to make from a false … Continue reading Shelter Killing: Cruel to be Kind?
Treats on the Internets
Philadelphia Weekly investigates disease, death and misery for pets at the local shelterIf you've been trying to keep up with the dizzying back and forth of FDA's Nutro (non) investigation, good luck. My question: If the FDA is not investigating Nutro, why the heck not?A succinct take on why the word "owner" is important when … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
Op-Ed Calls for Reversal of FL Ban on BSL
An editorial (with poll) in the Orlando Sentinel starts out like this:Spike is gone, mauled to death earlier this month by a pit bull on the loose.The little Dachshund was the latest casualty of an out-of-control breed whose irresponsible owners are letting their animals terrorize dogs and people alike.It's all downhill from there. The piece … Continue reading Op-Ed Calls for Reversal of FL Ban on BSL
Dinner at Chez Dog
On the menu: beef heart (sliced into big chunks), rice, celery, yellow squash and parsley. Add a splash of olive oil and some Calcium and serve.
Don’t Worry About Hurting My Feelings
I've been around the block. And I love intelligent, respectful discussion and debate. I also love humor, snark and lawling. But I hate rulez. So I'm not going to make any. Instead, we're going to have words:A. If you don't like this blog, please feel absolutely welcome to leave. There's the door.B. If someone is … Continue reading Don’t Worry About Hurting My Feelings
