Critter News

JULY 11, 2009

An AVMA resolution was quietly killed this afternoon that would have revised its policy on use of random-source dogs and cats for research, testing and education. Tags: breeders animal research veterinarians animal shelters medical research avma. Without a word, the House of Delegates scuttled the resolution during a voice vote.

Medical 100

Medical Medical Research Breeders Shelters 100

4 The Love Of Animals

OCTOBER 22, 2011

Michael Vick, whose unearthed gambling operation was found to not only force dogs to fight, but also kill under-performing dogs in twisted ways, is only one story in a mass of untold stories. You can have this done at a vet’s office or at a shelter. Contact Local Pit Bull Friendly Shelters. This can prove to be a difficult task.

Pit Bulls 100

Pit Bulls Pit Bull Rescue Spay Spaying 100

10,000 Birds

MAY 3, 2022

I’m not sure why all the birds scattered at its approach, Frigatebirds are known for stealing the catch of other birds, not for killing elegant, cinnamon-chested Avocets, but scatter they did and only a couple of hundred came back down. I was just happy to enjoy the show, one that apparently is just as good in winter as in spring.

Houston 209

Houston Texas Sanctuary Sparrows 209

Animal Ethics

AUGUST 6, 2007

We’ve been educating, helping and begging people to spay and neuter their animals for years, but three million to four million cats and dogs still die in shelters every year because of simple math: too many animals, not enough worthy adoptive homes. Breeders kill shelter animals’ chances to find good homes.

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New York Times New York Neutering Ethical Treatment 40