As long as there are animals who are abused, abandoned and neglected, there will be a need for animal welfare organizations. Many organizations are working tirelessly to promote animal welfare. Some care for homeless animals while others lobby the government for legislation that protects animals, both domestic and wild. These organizations deserve our recognition and […]
Professionals in domestic violence abuse prevention have found that many victims are reluctant to leave their dangerous situation because of close attachment to their pets. Usually, in domestic violence situations, pets are abused as well. Recognizing the need to help not only human victims but their pets as well, to escape from these situations, the […]
The ASPCA‘s spay/neuter initiative named “Operation Pit” has been a resounding success serving almost 600 dogs in its first year. Dr. Louise Murray, ASPCA Vice President of the Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital in New York City, tells us that pit bulls, who have larger litters than most dogs, were not often being brought to the […]
