A CBS News investigation published earlier this month asked whether the money taken in by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) goes where donors expect. I think the answer, as many readers are already aware, is no. So where does the money go? Since 2008, the ASPCA has raised more … Continue reading CBS News Follows the ASPCA’s Money
Weekend Beagles
When you have a bone and someone else wants it so you try to cover it with your paw and act casual.
Treats on the Internets
Stock photo of a bat, via Pexels Wind turbines are lethal to bats and birds. And it isn't really known just how lethal: On wind farms, a patchwork of federal, state, and local regulations might govern how companies have to monitor wildlife deaths, but reporting requirements vary widely. This means that reliable data on deaths … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
Welcome Home, Previously Outdoor (or Kennel) Dog
Photo by Shirley Marsh Over the years, I've taken in a number of adult dogs who had, either definitely or most likely, never lived in a house. While every dog is an individual and every home environment is different (number and types of other pets, number and ages of people, absence or presence of yard, … Continue reading Welcome Home, Previously Outdoor (or Kennel) Dog
Weekend Jade
She likes to swing toys around while doing the bucking bronco thing. We give her a wide berth. Bonus big head beagle: 🖤
Alabama Shelter Kills 30 Big Dogs After Adoption Event
In a newspaper interview, Montgomery Humane Society's executive director Steven Tears lamented the number of dogs being surrendered lately, especially the ones over 50 pounds: Only one name [on the adoption board] belongs to a bigger dog, one of more than two dozen medium-to-large dogs up for adoption at the Montgomery animal shelter’s main facility. And down … Continue reading Alabama Shelter Kills 30 Big Dogs After Adoption Event
Treats on the Internets
An article in The Guardian follows six British cats, including the author's, with GPS collars to see where they go when they're not at home. Although the owners expressed concern about the cats' safety and welfare, none changed to keeping their cats strictly indoors after tracking their movements across train tracks, busy streets and other … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
Weekend Jade
(and friends)
Finn, Beagling
This is my first "story" post in WordPress. It's like a slideshow. (Hopefully.) I've been trying to get a picture of Newt and Finn together. This is the closest I've come so far. Beagling at the park.
In Like Finn
An official announcement, on letterhead, of a new family member: His name is Finn and he's a very good boy. No longer living alone outside on a chain, he has already mastered the doggie door, making friends (or trying, at least) with the other dogs, and beds - he loves all the dog beds and … Continue reading In Like Finn
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