God Bless Lynx!

Just found out that Lynx the pit bull was adopted!

I am soooooooooooooooooooooo happy!

300 stray dogs dumped on Malaysian islands turn to cannibalism after weeks of starving

300 stray dogs dumped on Malaysian islands turn to cannibalism after weeks of starving

here are the articles:

http://blog.taragana.com/n/300-stray-dogs-dumped-on-malaysian-islands-turn-to-cannibalism-after-weeks-of-starving-56429/

http://www.nydailynews.com/news/us_world/2009/05/07/2009-05-07_dogs_dumped_on_malaysian_islands_turn_to_cannibalism_outraging_animal_activists.html

The Nanny Dog

Do you know what a nanny dog is? A "nanny dog" is the name given to pit bull terriers many, many years ago. Pit bulls were called nanny dogs because they were loyal, caring companions for children.

We have forgotten that their history is of a loving, caring family pet. They were treated as a part of the family. They were loved and respected and they gave love and respect in return. Todays' view of the pit bull is very different.

They are viewed as aggressive and dangerous animals and have been banned in many places. The pit bulls that are aggressive have been trained by their owners to be aggressive. Their nature is to love and to please the people that own them.

Our society blames the pit bulls. The blame falls squarely on the shoulders of the owners that train them to fight and to be aggressive. Dogs do not train themselves, people train them. Michael Vicks' recent trial and conviction for dog fighting is a step in the right direction. He was held accountable for his actions and the abuse of the dogs in his care. Every person that conducts themselves in such a manner should be held accountable in the same manner.

The pit bulls should not be punished for their actions because of owners training them in inappropriate behaviors. Responsible dog ownership brings about very much different behavior in dogs.

I hope that more people will remember pit bulls as nanny dogs in the future and give these dogs a chance to show their loving, caring nature. I will qualify what I am writing by saying that I am a pit bull owner and there is no more loving animal than my "nanny dog".

Written by Lu Ann Barber

additional article to read in this matter:

http://www.times-standard.com/opinion/ci_6993026

go out and adopt!

now is the time to help!

go out and adopt a dog!!!

These are some special dogs I so wish to see adopted:

Lynx http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=13772899

Jordon http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=12542356

Tickles http://www.bobbiandthestrays.org/AnimalDetail.aspx?id=20

Good with Dogs, Cats, and kids

Sweet 1y Brindle F Pit X Good with Dogs, Cats, Kids," approx 50 lbs This Darling Sweet Gal urgently needs a home/foster home... she is in boarding and she is so depressed... WE HAVE RUN OUT OF FUNDS TO BOARD HER!!!... so please help by giving her a home/foster home or SPONSOR HER !

"They [dogs] never talk about themselves but listen to you while you talk about yourself, and keep up an appearance of being interested in the conversation." - Jerome K. Jerome TINA a sweet and shy 1 yr f brindle pit x was saved from death row at the NYC City Shelter... She was brought in as a stray and arrived very frightened, handshy and flinching when touched... a clear sign that someone "abused her by hitting" her. A few days later, she was much more comfortable, and wanted to make friends with everyone she met... Yet, she remains a little cautious but she is not aggressive in the least. She walks nicely on a leash and needs some more work on the housetraining as she has some accidents.. She's very very sweet, pretty and her lean slim body makes us think she has a little greyhound in her. She's GOOD WITH OTHER DOGS AND CATS and think she would be fine with kids 7 yrs+ .She's medium size at 49 lbs... Please help us to keep her from going back to the shelter by ADOPTING or FOSTERING her ASAP!

If you can commit to adopting or fostering Tina ASAP.. please send e-mail to: heavencanwaitrescueny@gmail.com or call #212-533-0822 and leave your contact#s - THANK YOU! *Pls note there will be a reasonable adoption donation fee to cover shots, spay surgery, microchip and transport

If you would like to SPONSOR Tina by making a donation - you can do so via PAY PAL to: HeavenCanWaitRescueNY@gmail.com

Jordon needs a home ASAP!

**** JORDAN came all the way to the NYC area for an adopter who ended up INJURING HERSELF and backed out!!! Jordan is in limbo and his foster cannot keep him. PLEASE HELP!****

Jordan and his brother Jeremiah came into the shelter together, starved owner surrenders, neglected for some time. Both were sponsored-- both were supposed to be rescued---
Saved from death row, keneled for months, now in a foster home-- enough already! Jordan would live a family to call his own (and we'll do whatever it takes to find him one!)

Jordan is so sweet and sensitive-- smart too. He already knows "sit" and "give paw"--- he sits and WAITS for his food and for his leash to be put on and for petting too. With the right collar, he is easy to walk and would be great for a runner or for a family with a large yard where he could trot around happily.

He is so loving. He follows me adoringly with his eyes wherever I go. Those big brown eyes--- windows to such a dear, gentle and special soul. He has a gorgeous brindle coat, slightly longer than a pit's-- more like a Lab's coat.

He is good with adults and children, but seems to want to chase cats. I would recommend him as an only dog. While he is fine with some dogs, he does not do well with every dog, but does well with most if introduced properly. He makes a WONDERFUL human companion. He is neutered, up to date on all vaccinations, heartworm tested negative and dewormed.

PLEASE EMAIL ME AT EMILY@INOURHANDSRESCUE.ORG ASAP.

Sweet sweet dog urgently needs a home

Please help this boy find a home. He's been in the shelter for over a year. He is not doing well in the shelter environment and is very scared. You will see by his video how playful he is and what a goofball he can be!!

good with other dogs and cats, walks well on a leash, knows to sit.

Email Milena Apath for further info:

absoloot22@gmail.com

Animal Care and Control of NYC

this video can break your heart!

ASPCA Raids Puppy Mill, 285 Dogs Rescued

BOSS THE PIT BULL DRAGGED BEHIND A CAR FOR A MILE

Please sign this petition and to help this poor dog!
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/petition/210772975

An Athens man accused of dragging and seriously injuring Boss, the pit bulldog, now has a date in McMinn County General Sessions Court.Jacobs is accused of dragging the dog that had been tied to the bumper of his vehicle. Jacobs had adopted the dog earlier from Break the Chains Pit Bull Rescue of Lenoir City. Jacobs has said it was accident that the dog was injured. He has said he had forgotten he had tied the bulldog to the back of his pickup truck when he drove away. The dog allegedly was dragged behind the truck for almost a mile.

What happened to another animal he adopted this guy is not suitable home for any pet!!!

The news of Boss got another animal rescuer worried. Joyce Price, of Athens, adopted out a Jack Russell Terrier named Eddie to Jacobs in December. After hearing about Boss, she called Jacobs to ask about Eddie. She said she was told he had given the dog away. Price said she had allegedly told Jacobs to give Eddie back if something changed and he could no longer care for the dog. She said since first inquiring about Eddie's condition, she has heard several conflicting stories. Price said she has contacted the McMinn County Humane Society about Eddie.

you can also contact the McMinn County Humane Society at 744-9548.

COURT DATE HAS CHANGED TO FRIDAY MAY 8TH MCMINN COUNTY COURT HOUSE 9 AM SUPPORT COME AND SUPPORT BOSS

Animals Make Us Human

The best-selling animal advocate Temple Grandin offers the most exciting exploration of how animals feel since The Hidden Life of Dogs.

In her groundbreaking and best-selling book Animals in Translation, Temple Grandin drew on her own experience with autism as well as her distinguished career as an animal scientist to deliver extraordinary insights into how animals think, act, and feel.Now she builds on those insights to show us how to give our animals the best and happiest life—on their terms, not ours.

It’s usually easy to pinpoint the cause of physical pain in animals, but to know what is causing them emotional distress is much harder.Drawing on the latest research and her own work,Grandin identifies the core emotional needs of animals.Then she explains how to fulfill them for dogs and cats, horses, farm animals, and zoo animals.Whether it’s how to make the healthiest environment for the dog you must leave alone most of the day, how to keep pigs from being bored, or how to know if the lion pacing in the zoo is miserable or just exercising,Grandin teaches us to challenge our assumptions about animal contentment and honor our bond with our fellow creatures.

Animals Make Us Human is the culmination of almost thirty years of research, experimentation, and experience.

This is essential reading for anyone who’s ever owned, cared for, or simply cared about an animal.

Sean Casey Animal Rescue needs your help

The Sean Casey Animal Rescue invites you to join us and the Open Mic Project for a night of live music, raffles and contests at our Spring fundraiser!
Come down and help us raise funds for a mobile adoption vehicle!
Friends, Family and supporters please join us for this event on Friday, May 8th, 2009 at 8pm at The Old Carriage Inn
312 7th Ave (between 7th & 8th St.)
Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY 11215
(718) 788 - 7747

Kane needs a home

PETNOTE: Kane lost his home when their family couldn't care for him properly any longer. Kane is 5 years old and weighs 58 pounds. His former owner wrote that he is good with children and is leash trained. Please consider adopting Kane.

More About D-26850 Kane

Burlington County Animal Shelter
County Facilities Complex - Woodlane Road
35 Academy Drive
Westampton, NJ 08060
Phone for adoption info: 609-265-5073

Again the New York AC&C

YOU MUST READ THIS, written by a women that visited the New York ACC......

FROM MARY JO Karen and I went to the ACC today to pull Thomas, the 10 year old owner surrender, shep mix. He is an amazing dog, big, strong and yet a gentle giant, just like his volunteer description said!!! He is now safe and sound at Narrows!

While there, I did what I have never done before. I went into the shelter and actually looked at the pets for adoption. I never do this because I have always thought it to be too painful and I was right in one way, but wrong in another. By seeing first-hand all the animals that are at RISK of dying, I felt an equal feeling of desperation, but determination to make my visit count!!!

First of all, there are tons of wonderful cats there! Super friendly, really pretty, all ages and literally dying for a home!! Some are so sad, and just sit in the cage without even letting on they know you are there, then there were many other who came to the front of their cages to give me their heads to pet... and others were putting their little paws out to shake hands!!! These cats are all full of life!!! They are begging, in their own quiet way, for someone to save them from a death they don't deserve. It hurts to look them in the eye and to know that their time is limited. The only thing that made me feel me control the flow of impending tears was knowing that as soon as I got home, I would write this email to everyone I know to ask them to please, please encourage people to take a ride to the shelter and adopt or foster!!!

Then, of course there are tons of beautiful, desperate pits begging for someone to take them home. As I walked by the cages, I couldn't stand the feeling of helplessness that was overcoming me. I want to help them all, but I can't. I beg you to encourage any pit lovers you know to visit the shelter ASAP... there are some incredible dogs, again literally dying for a home... No exaggeration... these dogs don't have much time.... so please, make an effort to advocate on their behalf.

Then, I walked into the small dog room. There were two very anxious beagles crying their hearts out.... really pretty dogs....anyone who loves the beagle breed, you can get yourself a fantastic dog right now... so head on over to the shelter today!

There ws also a cute little light beige chi anxiously waiting to be noticed. Please, all you chi lovers - get going...what a sweet doggie!

Next were two dogs that ripped my heart out. Two poodle mixes, both 12 years old, both owner surrenders. The white one is in such a desperate need of a grooming. She appears to be so neglected looking but yet, came to the front of her cage and gave me her little nose to rub... a sweet, calm, gentle little dog.... the black one, while not badly groomed, actually sat with his back to us, as if to let us know that he had given up! It was like he surrendered his soul to the death that awaits him if not taken out of there soon. I felt sick! Please, if anyone can help with these guys.... get going... they were not listed on the website when I last looked, but they are very much there!!

And lastly, there was a 5 year old YORKIE. If a dog could look confused, then this guy was confused. He looked disheveled and emotionless. It was the saddest thing I have ever seen... He didn't respond to us in any way at all, other than to just look deeply into my eyes as if to say... "so you are here... now what are you going to do for me? Got any answers?"

...and I can't forget my visit to the dog sick room, which is in all actuality, just one step before death... that was the room I took Thomas from. There were four beautiful pits there. All still very much full of life. Each one stood up on his back legs to lick my hands and show me that, "YES, I am sick, so they say, but I still want to LIVE. I am full of LIFE!, just look at my non-stop wagging tail"...

I felt sick, very sick as I left the shelter with ONLY ONE DOG. I wanted to leave with twenty dogs and twenty cats.

Can each of you reading this email, please reach out to as many people as you possibly can, and ask them to please consider adopting a dog or cat from the ACC today!!! Or consider fostering...THE NEED IS ENORMOUS and death awaits all those who don't get out!!! Perfectly beautiful pets, dead because no one wants to go to the ACC! Let's change this.... Let's make it so that they run out of pets... Let's make it that they have nothing to EUTH at the end of the day!!! It is a tall order, but if you don't reach for the stars when it comes to stuff like this.... then animals will continue to die in crazy numbers.

The ACC is close, only a 20 minute car ride from Bay Ridge!!!

Thanks for reading this long email and please get motivated to make a difference for these pets who are counting on us to be their voice and to make their existence known to the people outside those four shelter walls!!!

Thanks,

Mary Jo