An update on what's been happening with the Ontario SPCA since the public outcry over the mass killing of pets afflicted with ringworm at their York region shelter, via OSPCA's website: May13: - 99 animals have been humanely euthanized to date. - 96 animals have been fostered out to other accredited agencies, clinics, shelters and … Continue reading OSPCA Kills Pets, Keeps Public in the Loop
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Needless Shelter Pet Killing and the OSPCA
First, an update on the ringworm killings at OSPCA: The Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals now says there will not be a mass euthanization of animals at a shelter north of Toronto. [...] Rob Godfrey, chair of the animal protection agency, said most of the animals — about two-thirds — will … Continue reading Needless Shelter Pet Killing and the OSPCA
OSPCA Under Fire for Exterminating Shelter Pets
It sounds as if the public outcry over OSPCA's plan to kill every living thing in their care because some of the pets have ringworm is helping: The Ontario SPCA is asking qualified residents and local veterinarians who can treat ringworm to contact them with services you can offer to help save the remaining animals … Continue reading OSPCA Under Fire for Exterminating Shelter Pets
Ontario Shelter Manages Ringworm Outbreak with Death
A shelter in Ontario, Canada is pioneering a new treatment for pets with ringworm: mass killing. But let's back up a second and look at this dastardly skin infection in pets. There are oral medications, topical medications, a ringworm "vaccine" for cats which can be used in treatment and finally: There have been several studies … Continue reading Ontario Shelter Manages Ringworm Outbreak with Death
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