Canines and equines being benign
In a big, impersonal, sometimes mean and generally hurried city, it’s nice to see creatures — especially those of different species — taking the time to get to know each other. Maybe that (as opposed...
View ArticleNumber of animals removed from overwhelmed N.C. shelter rises to 700
The number of animals taken from a no-kill shelter in Hoke County, N.C., has risen to nearly 700. Hoke County sheriff’s deputies and about 140 ASPCA staff members cleared the last of the animals off...
View ArticleIn the unlikely event you are still undecided
I doubt, at this particular point in this particular presidential election, that their records on animal welfare would be much of a factor in who you choose for president. But let’s just dive in and do...
View ArticleMaking air travel a lot more tolerable — at least for animals
Imagine a brand new airport terminal that features a swimming pool, private suites with flat screen TV’s, around the clock medical care and a spa with massage services. Sorry, it’s not for you. It’s...
View ArticleWhy does the drug we use to euthanize animals keep showing up in dog food?
Pentobarbital, part of the cocktail administered to dogs, cats and sometimes horses to euthanize them, continues to show up in dog food. How that happens — and why it is allowed to — are questions...
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