As shocking and disgusting as this headline is…more shocking is the fact that it’s true. Missouri’s current animal abuse law prevents prosecution of residents who kill their pets. In fact, it says that an animal’s owner can kill the pet in any way. The 30-year old law prohibits killing animals in certain ways or intentionally […]
“Community Cats” are the cats that live outside – cats who have been abandoned, ferals, and strays. They are homeless, but often have caretakers that feed and shelter them and provide water and medical care. The Community Cat Movement began as a way to educate, gain participation, and develop programs to care for these cats. We
June and Michael Ratcliff moved to the Mediterranean island of Cyprus from England in June of 2002 hoping to begin a peaceful, simple life relaxing in the sun by the sea. Their life turned out to be anything but simple. They discovered an island full of cats and dogs in desperate need. They don’t have
Editors Note: This is an older story that’s recently resurfaced online. But, you’ve gotta read what this judge did! Park rangers in Ohio found 35 kittens abandoned in two different parks in in Mentor, Ohio. Many of the young kittens had upper respiratory infections and nine of them later died. The kittens were traced back to Michelle M. Murray, age
Over 55 million people use the social media apps Foursquare and Swarm to check-in and share their locations with friends. If you’re one of them, now’s your chance to save kittens while you do it! This month, Foursquare is teaming up with Alley Cat Rescue to save abandoned and stray cats. From now until October 15th,
WARNING: The following post contains graphic material that isn’t suitable for young viewers. Please share with all of your adult friends. Together, we can make a difference in the world. Despite worldwide outcry and repeated efforts by animal activists to put an end to the Yulin Dog and Cat Eating Festival, a yearly tradition in
It’s springtime in Toronto, Ontario, which means it’s also kitten season. With so many new mouths to feed, nursing mama cats need good quality nutrition. Thanks to PetSmart Canada, Halo, Purely for Pets and Freekibble.com – a web site dedicated to helping pets in need – the Toronto Feral Cat Coalition will have plenty of high quality, nutrition food
PetSmart Charities conducted a nationwide survey of more than 1,000 Americans last month in an effort to learn whether the perception of cats and cat owners – and their popularity on the internet – is benefiting homeless cats and cats in shelters waiting for forever homes. Not surprising to us, the survey revealed that most people think
LoveAnimals.org Launches SXSPets Campaign for Ten Animal Rescue Groups: Each year, the film, music, and interactive festival South by Southwest seems to get bigger and better. And 2015 was no different! In fact, for animal lovers it may have been the best year yet. Grumpy Cat, Lil’ Bub, Tuna the Chiweenie (of Tuna Melts my
Schenectady High School student, Draven Rodriguez wanted what most teenagers long for in their senior portrait – something memorable, that would showcase his unique individuality. So, he hired a photographer to take the most outlandish senior photo he could come up with! A portrait of him with his rescue kitty, Mr. Bigglesworth…and lasers! Rodriguez
