Critter News

MARCH 14, 2010

Yeah, right. Prominent New York thoroughbred breeder and owner Ernie Paragallo was convicted Wednesday of mistreating dozens of malnourished horses on his Hudson Valley farm. A judge convicted Paragallo of 33 of 34 misdemeanor animal cruelty counts in a nonjury trial in Greene County. Plus, this is the guy's BUSINESS.

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Critter News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

The fallout from the huge puppy mill seizure is fueling calls for a review of Quebec's animal rights laws, which are abysmal even for Canada. Under Quebec law, the kennel owners could face a maximum penalty of only $1,200 if convicted of animal cruelty — a penalty that some animal rights advocates say is too lenient.

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4 The Love Of Animals

OCTOBER 22, 2011

Another option is to call your local Human Society or Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, also known as the SPCA. This will allow you to ensure that the dog’s new home is the right home. The dog’s best opportunity to find a home will be if you foster him or her until a permanent home can be located.

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4 The Love Of Animals

JANUARY 10, 2011

I wish I could keep her… Oh, right, if I kept her I wouldn’t get to meet the next one and receive my small celebrations anew. Kyla Duffy is a foster parent for MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue and Breeder Release Adoption Service. Just wait till she learns to give love! These guys are so lucky. Another successful match.

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