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06:59 pm
[Link] | More Animals Found Decapitated, Skinned Along Road
Authorities Increase Reward To $6,100
Nearly a dozen animals were found decapitated and skinned on the side of a Superior Township road Thursday morning, where authorities have an ongoing investigation of similar discoveries.
A driver spotted the dead animals -- including two skinned foxes, two decapitated deer, a coyote intact and five skinned coyotes -- in the area of Gotfredson and Warren roads, Local 4 learned.
Authorities have been investigating after a terrier mix was found decapitated along a stretch of Harris Road Wednesday evening and a rotweiler was found in a similar condition on March 16, Local 4 reported.
"This was someone's pet. This dog was healthy and fat," said Julie Curtis of the Huron Valley Humane Society about the terrier mix.
The humane society responded to Harris and Geddes roads in Superior Township on March 16 to find a female rottweiler bound by her feet with duct tape and decapitated. The dog was lying next to five skinned coyote carcasses, according to a Humane Society of Huron Valley news release.
"I think it's the (fur) trappers maliciously killing them, and they're family pets," said Curtis.
Though trapping season begins in October and ends March 1, humane officials say these are the first instances involving a household pet.
Local 4 viewer Mark Sondergaard tipped the Humane Society in the discovery Wednesday evening. He saw a news report on Tuesday, then discovered the terrier mix a day later, according to the station's reports.
Sondergaard said he has a Jack Russell terrier, and it is "a little close to home for this to be happening."
Curtis said the Humane Society received more than 60 tips in a 24-hour period Thursday. A reward, which started at $500, has increased to $6,100 for information leading to an arrest and conviction, according to Curtis.
For more information on the Humane Society of Huron Valley call (734) 662-5585, or go to www.hshv.org.
read the story here
http://www.clickondetroit.com/news/8208503/detail.html
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12:45 pm
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Warning to pet owners
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/diamond12_05.html
http://news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=story&cid=96&e=9&u=/space/20060106/sc_space/dogdeathssurpass100despitetoxicpetfoodrecall
Contact:
Mark Brinkman
573-229-4203
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- December 20, 2005 -- Diamond Pet Food has discovered aflatoxin in a product manufactured at our facility in Gaston, South Carolina. Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring toxic chemical by-product from the growth of the fungus Aspergillus flavus, on corn and other crops.
Out of an abundance of caution, we have notified our distributors and recommended they hold the sale of all Diamond Pet Food products formulated with corn that were produced out of our Gaston facility (see complete list below). Please note that products manufactured at our facilities in Meta, Missouri and Lathrop, California are not affected. The Gaston facility date codes are unique from other Diamond facility codes in that either the eleventh or twelfth character in the date code will be a capital "G" (in reference to Gaston). The range of date codes being reviewed are "Best By 01-March-07" through Best By " 11-June-07". Diamond's quantitative analysis records substantiate that Diamond's corn shipments were definitively clear of aflatoxin after December 10. As such, "Best By 11-June-07" date codes or later are not affected by this notice.
States serviced by our Gaston facility include Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky (eastern), Main, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia, Vermont, and Virginia.
We are rapidly analyzing retained samples of all products produced in Gaston so we can isolate specific lot numbers impacted and provide this information to our distributors, retailers and customers as quickly as possible.
Meanwhile, if your pet is showing any symptoms of illness, including sluggishness or lethargy combined with a reluctance to eat, yellowish tint to the eyes and/or gums, and severe or bloody diarrhea, please consult your veterinarian immediately.
Product quality and customer satisfaction are important to us. We pledge to keep you updated as new developments occur.
Gaston Facility Products Removed From Sale
Diamond Low Fat Dog Food
Diamond Hi-Energy Dog Food
Diamond Maintenance Dog Food
Diamond Performance Dog Food
Diamond Premium Adult Dog Food
Diamond Puppy Food
Diamond Maintenance Cat Food
Diamond Professional Cat Food
Country Value Puppy
Country Value Adult Dog
Country Value High Energy Dog
Country Value Adult Cat Food
Professional Chicken & Rice Senior Dog Food
Professional Reduced Fat Chicken & Rice Dog Food
Professional Adult Dog Food
Professional Large-Breed Puppy Food
Professional Puppy Food
Professional Reduced Fat Cat Food
Professional Adult Cat Food
Justine A. Lee, DVM, DACVECC
Emergency Medicine & Critical Care
Assistant Clinical Professor
University of Minnesota
College of Veterinary Medicine
Small Animal Clinical Sciences
C339 Veterinary Medical Center
1352 Boyd Avenue
St. Paul, MN
55108-6192
(612) 624-5607
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04:10 pm
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Dog Found in PA!!!
Crossposted on behalf of someone else on MySpace...
If interested, or if you recognize this dog please e-mail: isthisyourpet@yahoo.com
DOG FOUND IN PATTERSON / BEAVER FALLS PA
IS THIS YOUR DOG or would you consider adopting her?
( Info underneath cut... )
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09:01 pm
[Link] | There are SO MANY beautiful cats and dogs at this shelter. Please take a look and let us or the shelter know if you can adopt, foster, or organize a transport. Many are urgent. Please take a look and feel free to crosspost.
http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/IN41.html
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10:01 pm
[Link] | Hazel needs a home! Please repost this wherever you can, it would be nice for Hazel to find her forever home for the holidays! She has been in the shelter system FOREVER, and my friend took her home to give her a break from the stressful shelter atmosphere. Please, either adopt this sweetie, or tell EVERYONE you know about Hazel--she's really touched both me and my friend and we want her to be in a real home.
I know it's a crappy daybed, but it's better than a cold shelter floor!
Getting Hazel-kisses.
"I'm a hound, I'm a hound, I'm a hound."
I quote Holly:
"Hazel is a year old, spayed female Hound mix. She was a transfer to the shelter my friend is with from a shelter in Virgina with a really high euthansia rate. She's beat the odds. I'd like to see her in a home where she's the only dog, but she could probably live with cats. She's great with kids. As far as her energy level, she's a couch potato, nice and chill! Completely housebroken!"
We can find this lucky pup a home.
For info on how you can meet this sweetie, msg my friend on Myspace at http://www.myspace.com/systema, or instant message her at MoreEmoThanYou81.
Thanks for your time.
Holly and Hazel.
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09:57 pm
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Stop Animal Fighting
Tell Congress to Reject Indefensible Defense Bill
The Department of Defense appropriations bill is no present for animals. Not only did the leadership making final decisions on the bill go out of their way to reject common-sense and humane language to stop the spread of avian flu by cracking down on cruel cockfights, they inserted a controversial amendment to allow oil drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Tell Congress to reject this bill that omits a crucial anti-cockfighting provision and opens a national wildlife refuge to energy production that will harm sensitive wildlife species like polar bears and caribou. This bill will be up for a vote as soon as Wednesday, so it is important for you to take action right now.
https://community.hsus.org/campaign/2005_ANWR
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10:25 pm
[Link] | This is actually an urgent listing, so if you can't act fast, please don't reply.
We are temporarily taking in 30- 40 Lhasa/Poodle-Poodle/Chihuahua mixes from an urgent breeder situation. Gorgeous small dogs of every color, all below 3-4 years. Not vetted. There are a couple rescues pending who will take several, but there will be plenty left.
The catch is we can only hold them in boarding 48 hours, any interested rescue would have to be able to come to Southern Indiana to pick them up by Friday. They are not vetted, and we don't have funds to vet out 30-40 dogs all at once, but they all appear quite healthy and affectionate.
If any legitimate rescue groups with references would like to take the opportunity to help some very sweet, adoptable dogs, please contact us immediately at: PETFRIENDSGC@aol.com (@aol.com).
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10:11 pm
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Darla's Petfinder page
Darla is a 7-8 year old German Shepherd mix. She was left at the New Castle/Henry County Shelter by her "family".
She is a shy senior girl who is short on time. If you can adopt, rescue, or need more information contact Dana Salkoski (d.salkoski@insightbb.com).
Please let me know if you become involved in this girl's life!
Permission to crosspost far and wide!!
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11:51 am
[Link] | Article here
Little pup Miracle hangs on, with help
People are rallying to the badly abused puppy found Monday, sending money for care and good wishes for her recovery.
By JAMAL THALJI, Times Staff Writer
Published December 8, 2005
CRYSTAL SPRINGS - The more Gary Franckewich learns about the tortured puppy he named Miracle, the harder the words come out.
He knew the 14-pound puppy he found Monday afternoon was in bad shape: a rubber band wrapped tightly around the dog's jaws, her tongue left sticking out, deprived of food and water for perhaps days.
But Wednesday, he found out just how much Miracle has suffered.
"She had a broken back leg and one broken front leg and her hip was broken, too," said a teary-eyed Franckewich. "How could this little dog even walk to where I was?"
Emotions still ran high Wednesday for those who have come to learn Miracle's story, along with an outpouring of money for veterinarian bills and outrage that anyone could intentionally inflict such pain.
"I can't believe the amount of people that have stepped up and want to help," said Pam Edris, office manage at the Crystal Springs Veterinary Clinic, which is treating Miracle. "It's been astronomical, but it's been wonderful."
Edris said her office has been inundated with calls about Miracle, offering financial support and even a home when the puppy regains her health.
But Miracle isn't out of the woods yet.
More than half of the pit bullterrier's tongue has been amputated. She is being fed through an IV. But her mouth also rotted, and now she is losing some of her lips. Her immune system is low, which is why Miracle can't risk receiving visitors.
Dr. Gail Mendenhall won't be able to perform surgery until Miracle has been fully diagnosed. Her bills could exceed $1,500, and if she survives, Miracle will need rehabilitation and constant care.
Among the donations pledged this week, west Pasco businessmen Tommy McCormick, Danny Timmer and Angel Villamil are offering a $700 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
Not that Miracle is holding a grudge.
"As amazing as it is, she still loves humans," Edris said. "When we go back there . . . her little tail goes thump, thump, thump."
What would be even more amazing, Franckewich said, is if he can take Miracle to his home one day. Despite the expense and time required, the carpenter said he can't give her up.
"I work. . . . I work a lot . . . but I do, I want to have her. . . . ," he said. "I would love to be able to have the chance to have her and take care of her. . . .
"How can I not? Basically, she found me."
HOW TO HELP
The Crystal Springs Veterinary Clinic can be reached at (813) 788-4511. The clinic is asking donors to send checks in care of the clinic to P.O. Box 818, Crystal Springs, FL, 33524. The Pasco County Sheriff's Office asks anybody with information about the puppy to call toll-free 1-800-706-2488. For information about the reward, contact Jo-Dan Auto Sales at (727) 846-0446 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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11:49 am
[Link] | Puppy's Ears Cut Off; Humane Society Investigating
Created: 12/6/2005 7:41:09 AM
Updated: 12/6/2005 10:26:23 PM
(KSDK) - The Missouri Humane Society of Missouri is investigating a case of animal abuse.
A four month old boxer and pit bull mix was brought in to the Normandy Animal Hospital last night with both his ears cut off.
The veterinarian says this is the worst case of abuse he has seen in his 25 year career.
"King" is a four month old boxer and pit bull mix. The puppy's owner says the dog ran away for several hours and when it came back his ears had been cut off.
It's not clear what was used to cut off the dog's ears. The vet says recovery will be long and painful for the dog.
In addition to the Humane Society, police were also contacted.
Source here...
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10:04 pm
[Link] | If anyone remembers this handsome boy named Tate who I had posted about a while back...you will be pleased to know that he has found a forever home :)
Many thanks to everyone who spread the word, and hoped and prayed for him.
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10:45 am
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Terre Haute, IN Humane Society
THIS SHELTER IS FULL!! IF YOU CAN SAVE ANY OF THESE DOGS PLEASE CONTACT SHARON AT: SLMCPA@AOL.COM,
AND IF YOU CAN HELP ANY CATS OR KITTENS PLEASE CONTACT NIKKI AT: nllaviolette@aol.com.
THIS SHELTER EUTHANIZES CATS, KITTENS, AND DOGS EVERY WEEK!
RESCUE FRIENDLY- LOW COST VETTING AVAILABLE.
http://www.thhs.org/
( The List )
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10:02 pm
[Link] | Posted on behalf of ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif) ratspike and Family Dogs New Life in Oregon.
Original post about him here in the community ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/community.gif) petbulls.
PLEASE CROSSPOST THIS POOR BOY....
I don't understand how anyone could leave a boy this beautiful behind...
He was brought to Family Dogs New Life from another shelter where he was slated to be put to sleep because he keeps getting passed over...
Breed: Yellow Labrador Retriever
Sex: Male
Age: 7 years
Weight: 70 lbs
Howdy there, Name’s Tate! If you think seven is old for a dog you haven’t met ME yet! I am an adventurer! I like to go exploring so someone that seeks an active on the go buddy would suit me best. I will not do well unattended in a yard. I am fun, loving and sweet! I love people. I love children. I have lived with cats and dogs in the past so I am a very experienced fella.I am crate trained and house trained too. If you are looking for a big friendly happy lab to chase balls or go to the river with I’m your guy! 7 years old-70lbs. My adoption fee is $100.00 and includes adoption supplies.
( Look in this dog's eyes...Look at him..he needs love...a home...Please help him )
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12:17 am
[Link] | PLEASE NOTE: I AM CROSSPOSTING ON BEHALF OF ANOTHER ORGANIZATION - I DO NOT HAVE THIS DOG!
Please Crosspost to any and everyone you know
Dimas. Fredericksburg VA Deaf 2yo 100lb Ambull/pit lived on a chain his whole life, PTS10-14-05
This poor deaf big baby has lived on a logging chain for 2 years and now only has till friday 10-14 before he will be PTS- no shelters around here adopt out pits so if it is an owner turn in He will be Euth'd immediately
This one is literally breaking my heart- I will pay for all vet care if someone can take him- I am sick to my stomach that I cannot help myself- I have 6 males at my house right now, and I live in a subdivision- I just don't have the space
I got a call yesterday from a man who told me he had an all white Deaf 100 lb pit bull he had to get rid of because he is getting a divorce and selling his house- HE DOESN"T EVEN HAVE A PHONE- He called me from a payphone- so I knew that he did not have a camera or email to get me pictures so I went over there last night
This boy is huge like I said over 100 lbs- the owner said his father was all white and bigger and even boxier head (probably Am bulldog) and the mom was smaller and fawn. He is 2 yo, of course unaltered- he has had a rabies vax about 3 months ago- but any more than that is questionable- As I couldn't understand him- and he did not understand me- Spanish speaking.
Even at night with me and my husband approaching this guy with a huge spotlight flashlight he was barking at first- but as soon as we bent down to pet him he licked our hands and wiggled his butt. The 30 minutes that we were standing there the owner was petting him- you could tell this was THE MOST ATTENSION he has gotten in a long time. The owner flat out admitted to me he has tried to take him to the vet to as he said "get the shot" i asked vaccines- he said no to be put sleep because he knows the shelters will kill him anyway.
The dog has gotten off his logging chain once the owner said he ran accross the street and played with the neighboor & his dog- until the owner cam home. It is amazing that this dog is still friendly after all those factors but he is- I am sure he'll need training as the current owner spends NO time with him- he admitted himself. I asked how he gives him commands- via handsignal or ?. Basically he hasn't done anything- He didn't even find out the dog was deaf until at 6 months he had to go to the vet for emergency tx- had blood in his urine- and vet staff told him- shows you the attension this dog was payed- None.
Please if you think you can help call me or email ASAP- as he doesn't have a phone I will just have to go to his house- which is not far only 20 min and wait for him to come home, I can go there and ask any questions you might have- I also have addt'l pics if interested
Please help, this poor boy has had such a crappy life- he deserves a chance his neck is raw and stained from that chain- he doesn't even have a real collar on- I want to cry for him- it was so hard to leave him there last night- but I physically have no where to put him
Click on pics to see full size
Shanna w/ Bully Paws 540 891 7006 call anytime day or night cell .. 301 466 2288
bullypaws@gmail.com
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Shanna
Fredericksburg, VA
Bully Paws/ Pit bull patriots
bullypaws@gmail.com
Petfinder page: www.petfinder.com/shelters/pitbullpatriots.html
Don't breed or buy while shelter bullies die.
If you are not part of the solution, you are
part of the problem.
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Shanna
Fredericksburg, VA
Bully Paws/ Pit bull patriots
bullypaws@gmail.com
Petfinder page: www.petfinder.com/shelters/pitbullpatriots.html
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11:12 am
[Link] | hungsolo recently went to aid the animals in NOLA...
I quote:
""Although I will warn ahead of time- I didn't hold back this time and took photos of EVERYTHING. This includes images of a middle school where families were allowed to bring thier pets before the storm hit.
They rode it out and even managed to live there for a few weeks AFTER Katrina. When the national guard heard about them they ordered them to evacuate and leave the pets behind. The pets were left with alot of
food, water, toys and treats (they would NOT have died by the time we got to them) along with heard breaking notes on the walls saying that they were someone's pet, please don't kill them and take care of them. Well,"somebody" with government issued ammunition went in there and SLAUGHTERED them. Not just shooting, but crushing skulls under desks and slicing throats with glass...I want you guys to truly see what is really going on out there"
Very graphic...but you need to see the reality...
it isn't right and something needs to be done. relative to this atrocity:
We, the Undersigned, endorse the following petition:
Investigate and Prosecute Individual(s) in Pet Slaughter in St. Bernard Parish, LA
Target: Laura Lluellyn-Lassiter, Senator Mary Landrieu, Senator David Vitter, United States Congress
Sign here...let it be known that this kind of violence is not needed or tolerated...
On a happier note, here's a montage of some of the goodness. (Warning - you may need some tissues)
Also, if you wish to donate towards the rescue efforts of the group responsible for the above rescues, please do so here.
Please feel free to crosspost.
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11:11 am
[Link] | Click and be awed with cuteness! Help the kittens and momma cat find a home!
If you are interested please contact solfox or mosat...
The kittens and momma cat are in the Chatanooga area, and some driving is negotiable.
Take a peek - spread the word!
Thanks!
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12:00 am
[Link] | Princess has been in foster care since July - and she still hasn't found a forever home!
PLEASE repost!
Updated post found: here in hounds_of_hell!!
Posted on behalf of her foster mom: goodriddance070
Princess has been in foster care for almost three months now to ensure her stability as a companion and let me say she is an awesome representation of what a pit bull should be. She has been living in a home with an older male lab that she is in love with and two cats that she would rather live without. Princess is OUTSTANDING with people, 100% potty trained, quiet in a crate, enjoys going for car rides, walks good on a leash, and loves to sit in your lap to give you kisses. Princess is good with children but is easily excited so would do best in a home with kids over the age of 8. 120$, through Multnomah County Animal Services, includes Spay, microchip, licensing for a year, first set of shots, rabies shot, and a health exam to a vet of your choice. If you have any more questions about this sweet girl please call Jen at 503-663-7063 or email her at goodriddance070@hotmail.com
NO OVERSEAS ADOPTIONS!!
( Photos under here! )
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07:09 pm
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Live dogs and cats are being bound and having hooks put through them while alive for shark baiting...please read, sign the petition and crosspost - we MUST get this barbaric practice STOPPED!!!
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06:21 pm
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Ferret Lovers In Ontario - Or Ferret Lovers In General - Please Crosspost!
Ferret Frolic in High Park, Sept. 17th
September 17, 2006 will mark yet another of the FAS's ferret frolics! Join us for the best dressed ferret contest, tube races, games, prizes and more. High Park, area #26, 2pm. Pay-what-you-can per ferret, with all proceeds going to the care of the FAS shelter ferrets.
http://www.ferretaid.org/
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05:46 pm
[Link] | The 16th annual PAWS IN THE PARK™ will take place on Sunday September 25th, 2005 at Sunnybrook Park in Toronto. All proceeds from this family dog walk will go to the animals cared for by The Toronto Humane Society. PAWS in the PARK™ is The Toronto Humane Society's largest special event fundraiser.
All pledge-raising animal lovers, with or without dogs, are welcome to attend this fun-filled event. A parent or guardian must accompany individuals under 18. For the safety and well being of all PAWS attendees, if your dog does not behave well with others, please leave him at home and do the walk on his behalf.
Sunday September 25, 2005.
Event Day Schedule :
9 a.m.---Registration
10 a.m.
5km Dog Walk (DOGS only please)
10:15 a.m.
2km Kennie's Walk (GERIATRIC DOGS and PUPPIES)
WHERE?
The walk is at Sunnybrook Park in Toronto. The park entrance is located at
1132 Leslie St.
http://www.torontohumanesociety.com/pawsinthepark/index.html
For more info!
Thanks everyone hope to see you there!
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