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May 2015

May 11, 2015

Springtime and abandoned kittens

I was at a charity dog walk this weekend at Rochester Institute of Technology and...

October 2014

October 19, 2014

Cruelly abused German Shepherd gets second chance

One of the down sides of covering animal issues is the tidal wave of stories...

September 2014

September 30, 2014

Susie the pit bull mix named “American Hero Dog” of 2014

A pit bull mix named Susie from High Point, North Carolina, has been named this year's...

September 22, 2013

Why “free to good home” can be a death sentence for your dog

This image is making the rounds on Facebook. I have a difficult time looking at...

February 2013

February 23, 2013

Bloodhounds, the most feared dogs on earth?

I was at my alma mater St. John Fisher College yesterday for a day long...

February 21, 2013

Indigo, Orphan pups and a gift of Mercy – a heartwarming dog rescue tale

Here in Rochester, NY we're fortunate to have a wonderful animal group, Pitty Love Rescue, that does...

June 2012

June 13, 2012

Just another day at the Funny Farm (video)

Regular readers of my columns and personal blog (ie: my friends and family) know...

May 2012

May 22, 2012

A year of animals, blogging and Patheos

I was excited this week to receive a notecard in the mail from the staff...

April 2012

April 13, 2012

International Justice Mission celebrates 15 years fighting oppression – not for puppies, but for people

I wanted to share a non-animal story with you today, because it's so important to...

March 2012

March 30, 2012

Michael Vick featured in Humane Society videos

The Humane Society of the United States has released a 30-second video public service announcement...

March 23, 2012

Hollywood plays host to the 26th Annual Genesis Awards, Saturday March 24, 2012 (Updated with winners)

Tomorrow night, the Humane Society of the United States and Hollywood will honor the major news and entertainment...

February 2012

February 22, 2012

Why puppy mills and pit bull breeders both produce “disposable dogs”

One of our local news station in Rochester, NY, 13WHAM news, did a two part...

February 15, 2012

State police raid Wyoming County, NY SPCA following charges of animal abuse

Just a week ago we were talking about animal cruelty and puppy mills, and in...

February 10, 2012

Ohio removes “pit bull” from state’s definition of dangerous dog

It's a happy day for opponants of breed specific legislation: Ohio has changed the state's...

February 08, 2012

Gorham residents speak out on dog breeding facility; approval nullified for now

The Gorham Town Board opened their meeting tonight to comments from residents about the dog...

February 08, 2012

Update on Lily and Maddison, the blind dog and her doggie guide pal

Last fall, dog lovers around the world were captivated by the story of Lily the...

February 08, 2012

USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) reports on the Martin’s Seneca Falls facility

Tonight the Gorham Town Board will hear from residents about the proposed wholesale commercial...

January 2012

January 30, 2012

Are pet adoption rules too restrictive? And is a pet store your only other option?

Back in December I did a story on how animal activists have been working to...

January 23, 2012

Animal Planet readies for the Puppy Bowl VIII, February 5th

Football fans found out last night which two NFL teams will vie for the title...

January 11, 2012

Miami Marlins’ new pitcher Mark Buehrle takes a stand on pit bull ban

Mark Buehrle and his wife in a 2010 PSA for AdoptAPet.com This week comes news...

December 2011

December 30, 2011

Two rescue workers in British Columbia charged with stealing pets from yards and rehoming them

I posted today's Friday quote, about rescuing kitties who are simply out for a walk,...

December 30, 2011

Friday food for thought quote: stray cats … or not?

Not to discount the work of cat rescuers who rescue and care for stray cats....

December 30, 2011

New Year’s resolutions for animal lovers: #5 – Learn something new about animals

To say that I read a lot would be an understatement; I try to average...

December 29, 2011

New Years resolutions for animal lovers: #4 – Volunteer

If you're looking for ways to make 2012 a better year for both you and...

December 27, 2011

New Year’s resolutions for animal lovers: #2 – Adopt a pet

As we get ready for the new year, here's another New Year's resolution for animal...

December 22, 2011

Winner named in 2011 Inspiration in Action contest

Heska Corporation, a leading provider of veterinary diagnostic and specialty products, has announced that, based on total...

December 21, 2011

The real family behind “We Bought A Zoo”

On December 23, the movie "We Bought A Zoo," starring Matt Damon and Scarlett Johansson,...

December 20, 2011

5 reasons not to give a pet as a Christmas gift (and one idea how to do it, if you insist)

There's nothing cuter than the image of a fluffy little puppy under the Christmas tree, big...

December 19, 2011

Setting the record straight on Barkworks, puppy mills and the work of CAPS

Last week I told you that back in October, Macerich has banned the sale...

December 18, 2011

Leo, one of the Michael Vick dogs, passes away

When it comes to being the poster pup for resilience, there may be no other...