July 2008Georgia:The Appalachian Circuit District Attorney's office raided Mountain Swamp Kennels in Blue Ridge on Thursday morning, finding 22 pit bulls along with three dogfighting pits and "suspected dogfighting paraphernalia."[...]Information regarding White's kennels was initially provided to the Humane Society through its tip line, established by Norred & Associates in the wake of the Michael … Continue reading Update on Georgia Dogfighting Case
Let’s Play Oddball
I feed my addiction and you get to watch. Or read.Buy couch, get cat freeMoose on roof in North DakotaDumbass in Myrtle Beach, SC has his pet Hyena "Bubbles" seized by authoritiesDead mailman's body misdelivered to pet storeZoo chimp stockpiles weapons of minor destructionThai pachyderm procures peg legEagle crashes through windshield on highway, everybody survivesTerrierman … Continue reading Let’s Play Oddball
Kid Safety and Dogs
I love this! From Be-A-Tree.com:Check out their website. It's full of great stuff.
Irish Court Orders Man Convicted of Cruelty to Fly Right
Often I lament the lack of follow up stories in the media because I am one of those who wonders how things turn out. This case in Ireland does not lack for follow up but there appears to be inconsistent reporting (different outlets) on the fate of the dog. December 17, 2007 - an injured Pitbull … Continue reading Irish Court Orders Man Convicted of Cruelty to Fly Right
HSUS Dogfighting Tip Line Busts in GA – Where are the Dogs?
December 29, 2008:The HSUS’ animal fighting tip line was first established in the wake of the Michael Vick case so Georgia residents can easily report illegal animal fighting to authorities. Since its inception in January 2008, the Georgia tip line has received more than 1,000 calls, leading to seven raids and 11 arrests. And the … Continue reading HSUS Dogfighting Tip Line Busts in GA – Where are the Dogs?
Treats on the Internets
Sports Illustrated has a new article on Michael Vick's possible return to the NFL. Paws Up for including a bit on Leo but Paws Down for including PETA, who wanted Leo killed.NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine is conducting a course in small animal nutrition in Raleigh on March 28. I wish I could … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
The No Kill Movement and Pet Population
This is not so much a commentary piece as it is a collection of excerpts designed to explore certain aspects of the No Kill movement. I hope it will inspire some readers to read and learn more about this important issue. The Myth of Pet Overpopulation:[Nathan Winograd] authored a book called "Redemption: The Myth of … Continue reading The No Kill Movement and Pet Population
HSUS Understands Birds; Dogs, Not So Much
What's the difference between fighting dogs and fighting birds seized by law enforcement? The HSUS is willing to let some of the seized birds live, based upon their age and gender.The day after HSUS posted about the Wilkes County Pitbull seizure, they wrote about some birds seized in a cockfighting bust: The birds' journey to … Continue reading HSUS Understands Birds; Dogs, Not So Much
Let’s Play Oddball
Trolling for bizarro animal related news stories is a total timesuck and yet, I can not stop...Interesting story about an accident victim turned bird rescuer: A US fireman who lost his power of speech in a traffic accident has been taught to speak again by parrots.***File this one under "...or are you just glad to … Continue reading Let’s Play Oddball
SC BSL Proposal: Buttinsky Neighbor vs. Those Meddling Kids
Last month, I blogged about someone in Florence Co, SC who doesn't like her neighbor's "Pitbull type dogs" and so is requesting a breed (what breed?) ban. The Nosy Neighbor was scheduled to speak at the Florence Co Council meeting on March 5th but apparently bailed at the last minute and the issue has been … Continue reading SC BSL Proposal: Buttinsky Neighbor vs. Those Meddling Kids
