Austin Needs To Rebuild Its Model, Not Kill For Space
Apr 03, 2024 Shelters all over the United States are struggling, including Austin Animal Center and us right here at Austin Pets Alive!. In 2011, Austin became a No Kill community and has remained so with increasing save rates year over year. With the recent city ordinance changes and AAC’s latest announcement stating that hard decisions may need to be made for 20+ dogs who volunteers say should never be at risk, it’s safe to say that we’re facing the real chance that Austin is dangerously close to stepping into the wrong...
Hidden Agony Revealed in Poultry Farms While Kentucky Bill Aims to Veil the Truth
Kentucky’s legislature has recently passed Senate Bill 16, a piece of legislation that could significantly impact the transparency and accountability of the state’s agricultural industry. This bill, currently awaiting Governor Andy Beshear’s decision, aims to criminalize the unauthorized use of recording devices within commercial food facilities, including concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs). The proposed law has ignited a fierce debate between industry proponents and animal rights groups, who argue that it could...
South Carolina Shelter Dogs Have Space to Run & Play Thanks to Rescue Rebuild and Volunteers
Shelter dogs spend a lot of time in a kennel waiting for someone to adopt them. Staff and volunteers do their best to give them daily walks, but dogs need a space to run and play. Greater Good Charities’ Rescue Rebuild travels around the country renovating animal shelters to create inviting spaces for both shelter pets and adopters. Their most recent project took them to Lucky Dog Animal Rescue – Team South Carolina to build outdoor play yards for shelter dogs. Photo: Greater Good Charities Read on to see how your donations are...
Lost Pets Are Being Found in Minutes Thanks to High Tech Drones
In an age where technology continuously reshapes our lives, high-tech drones are carving out a significant niche in pet search and rescue operations. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are not just toys for enthusiasts but lifesaving tools in the hands of skilled operators, turning the tide for lost pets and their distressed owners. Photo: PexelsHigh-tech drones are revolutionizing pet search and rescue efforts. From Deer Tracking to Pet Finding As WAFB reports, Southern Drone Recovery, initially started to assist hunters in tracking lost...
Woman Looking for Perfect Buddy for Her Cat Chooses One With Her Uncle’s Name
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! My eldest cat Sally was beginning to show her age at 18, which left my spirited 10 year old Chance in a rather boring position. I decided that Chance needed a buddy that could keep up with and distract him, so Sally could enjoy her golden years. CATS. PHOTO: PIXABAY / FELICIA LUCIANA I volunteer at the local shelter, and for a few months, I kept an eye out for someone I thought would fit...
Nearly 800,000 Fish Killed in Iowa Fertilizer Spill Crisis
In an alarming environmental event, nearly 800,000 fish have perished across a 60-mile expanse of rivers flowing into the Missouri River due to a catastrophic fertilizer spill in Iowa. This incident marks one of the most significant ecological disasters in the region in recent memory, the New York Times reports, raising concerns about the fragility of aquatic ecosystems and the potential long-term ramifications. Photo: PexelsA fertilizer spill in Iowa has led to the death of nearly 800,000 fish. Unraveling the Disaster The calamity unfolded...
Exploring the HASS Playbook
[embedded content] The HASS Playbook is a comprehensive collection of FREE how-to guides, programming, resources and research built rise above existing sheltering system challenges and increase the support animal welfare organizations can provide for pets AND people. Each HASS Playbook section is accompanied by an optional, self-paced questionnaire that, upon completion, produces instantaneous customized recommendations for your shelter to create new or enhance existing initiatives. Think of this option as on-demand animal welfare consulting...
10 Ukrainian Pets Rescued From The Frontlines That Need Your Help
Injured, abandoned, and homeless animals continue to arrive at shelters across Ukraine due to the ongoing war. Cats and dogs of all ages are caught in the crossfire and need our help. With your support, we have provided pet food, warm blankets, dog kennels, and medical support to shelter animals in Ukraine. However, the need for pet food and support is greater than ever. Photo: Patron Pet Center As the frontline moves, more pets are in danger and brave volunteers are risking their lives to evacuate them from the Kherson and Sumy regions of...
Wildlife Pay the Price for Rising Cost of Entertainment at SeaQuest
Across the United States, SeaQuest facilities have become a topic of heated debate. These interactive aquariums, designed to offer up-close experiences with a variety of species, are facing scrutiny over the welfare of their captive animals. In the darker side of wildlife tourism, the line between education and exploitation becomes blurred. Too often, innocent animals are paying the price. Photo: PexelsThe USDA inspected SeaQuest Folsom, in California, and found it to be jeopardizing the health and welfare of sloths by failing to provide the...
Endangered Sawfish in Florida’s Waters Spin into a Deadly Mystery
In a concerning development off the coast of Florida, endangered smalltooth sawfish are engaging in inexplicable behaviors leading to their deaths. These creatures, notable for their distinctive elongated snouts lined with teeth, are spinning and whirling onto the shores, particularly in the Lower Florida Keys, in alarming numbers, reports the New York Post. Photo: PexelsEndangered sawfish are dying in Florida by spinning onto beaches. The phenomenon, first observed in January, has resulted in at least 28 confirmed fatalities out of 109...
