Euthanasia, No Kill Vs. Kill
Is euthanizing healthy adoptable or rehabilitable animals humane? This question seems to be the focus of so much attention nationwide in the animal welfare and… Read More »Euthanasia, No Kill Vs. Kill
The Truth About Declawing Cats
Too often people believe that declawing is a simple surgery that removes a cat’s nails; sadly, this is far from the truth. Declawing traditionally involves… Read More »The Truth About Declawing Cats
Feral Cats, Homeless Cats, Abandoned Cats, Strays
They’re called many things, but they have one common thread – the outdoors is their home. Some were born into the wild from wild parents.… Read More »Feral Cats, Homeless Cats, Abandoned Cats, Strays
Caring for Orphaned Puppies
Use only Esbilac formula – it is not cheap, but is the best and the others will fall short. Do not change formulas quickly, if… Read More »Caring for Orphaned Puppies
The Outside-Only Dog, Things to Consider
#chained dogs deserve better A lonely life for a social animal Dogs, by instinct, are very social animals. When in the wild, dogs run together… Read More »The Outside-Only Dog, Things to Consider
The Truth About Puppy Mills
Puppy mills are commercial mass dog-breeding facilities that put profit above the welfare of dogs. Most puppy mill dogs are housed in shockingly poor conditions,… Read More »The Truth About Puppy Mills
Abandonment vs Prevention
Some in the animal protection/sheltering community feel that they should not deter an individual from abandoning an animal or even ask why the animal is… Read More »Abandonment vs Prevention
Caring for Orphaned Kittens
Emergency (short-term) Kitten Formula 1 qt. whole goat’s milk 1 tsp. light Karo syrup1 tbsp nonfat plain yogurt 1 egg yolk Knox unflavored gelatin: newborn,… Read More »Caring for Orphaned Kittens
The Truth Behind “Free to Good Home” Ads
Most people have good intentions when they advertise a cat or dog as “Free To Good Home”. They care what happens to the animal and… Read More »The Truth Behind “Free to Good Home” Ads