Rollon 'Red' Davis Aug 23, 2008
Memorials may be made to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) or St. Jude s Children s Hospital. Online condolences may be left at. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Benefits of Shelter Dog Adoption Aug 20, 2008
According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), a total of 10 million pets will arrive at animal shelters and animal rescue organizations in the United States this year. So there s certainly no lack of selection when it comes to finding the perfect shelter dog. (Suite101.com)
Man Finds Painted Purple Pigeon at NYC Playground Aug 18, 2008
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals spokesman Joseph Pentangelo says if the bird was intentionally painted it "certainly" qualifies as animal cruelty. Share. (Fox News)
More Pet Owners Seek Aid, Give Up Animals Due to Costs Aug 7, 2008
More than half of all U.S. households own a pet and, on average, the annual cost of ownership runs between $400 to $800 for food, supplies, and medical care, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. (Related photos: [September 8, 2005. (National Geographic)
Beach Plant Toxic To Pets Aug 3, 2008
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) has a warning about a popular palm that is toxic to pets. The Sago Palm. (W-USA News, DC)
In the House Aug 2, 2008
Team Bolt - somehow connected to an upcoming animated Disney flick about a superhero dog, voiced by John Travolta - enlisted the "Backstage" host in its nationwide fund-raiser for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, in which four fans roll across the country in a giant ball. Team Bolt rolled onto City Hall Plaza yesterday, honoring the Boston Police Department K-9 Unit in a special ceremony. (Boston Globe)
ODOR TREATERS Jul 27, 2008
Add a fragrant flourish to your place with a spritz of Febreze Air Effects with lavender vanilla, which earned a paws-up from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals; it's available at supermarkets and Bed, Bath & Beyond. Patchouli oil has been used for centuries as a perfume, and when used sparingly, it also works nicely as an animal-house fragrance. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Dog owners should be wary of chemicals, toxic plants Jul 18, 2008
Cocoa mulch may contain caffeine and theobromine, stimulants that can cause dogs to become sick or worse if eaten in quantity, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says. To minimize lawn burning from dog urine, encourage dogs to drink plenty of fresh water, and train them with praise and treats to eliminate in one specific part of the yard, suggests Poznanski. (New Haven Register, CT)
Vick's dogs show cuddly side Jul 8, 2008
"I thought, if we see four or five dogs that we can save, I'll be happy," said Randy Lockwood, an animal behaviorist with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. "If we had to euthanize the majority, then we could at least say we'd tried.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Dogfight raid targets Madison kennel; man arrested Jul 4, 2008
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NYC toddler 2nd victim of pit bull attack Jul 3, 2008
His dogs were taken by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. On Tuesday, 90-year-old Henry Piotrowski was attacked outside his Staten Island home by two pit bulls before a neighbor grabbed a knife, scared them off and called police. (New Haven Register, CT)
Doc reveals dark side of iconic carriage rides Jun 23, 2008
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, which doesn't tend to weigh in on such matters, is fully behind the legislation. PETA's stable of personalities speaking out against the carriage trade now includes the singers Pink and Nellie McKay, Martha Stewart's daughter Alexis, and Chrissie Hynde, who joked at a rally in Central Park last January that she'd wedded Jim Kerr of Simple Minds in a horse-drawn carriage and hoped the industry suffers the same fate as her marriage,... (Globe and Mail)
June is Adopt-a-Shelter-Cat month Jun 3, 2008
- The Central Missouri Humane Society and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals celebrate June as Adopt-a-Shelter-Cat month to bring attention to the cats and kittens available for adoption at shelters nationwide. This year the Central Missouri Humane Society will have a special program called 'Free to a Great Home. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Personality test matches cats with compatible people May 18, 2008
That s why the shelter is now using the Feline-ality program, developed by behaviorist Dr. Emily Weiss of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Part of the ASPCA s Meet Your Match program, which also includes Canine-ality for dogs, the program assesses a variety of behaviors in individual cats. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Stray animals' destination still unknownClosed county shelter goes to court this Tuesday May 18, 2008
Recently, the Liberty Humane Society was awarded $10,000 by the national ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) to help care for the new animals. The Liberty Humane Society also is looking for more donations. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
Shelter euthanizing dogs with bad moods May 18, 2008
Dr. Pamela Reid, the vice president of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals behavior center, said science supporting temperament testing is in its infancy. We don t have a really good scientifically validated tool to offer shelters to use, she said. (KHOU.com, TX)
Finding the Right Pet For You May 16, 2008
Sounds far-fetched, but the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) has a "Meet Your Match" program. It's actually a test for you to take to make the right pet choice. (WTVR.com, VA)
Personality test for kitties? May 15, 2008
Thats why the shelter is now using the Feline-ality program, developed by behaviorist Dr. Emily Weiss of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Health)
Curiosity could kill the cat Apr 19, 2008
The Animal Poison Control Center took 130,000 calls in 2007, and toxic plants were among the top culprits, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, which runs the center. Pet poisoning by plants is a common problem, often not recognized and likely underreported, said David Barber, from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine's Center for Environmental and Human Toxicology. (Florida Times-Union)
Make your garden plant- and pup-friendly Apr 19, 2008
Most of these are not particularly attractive to dogs on their own, but certain organic ingredients used to grow plants can attract dogs to plants that they'd otherwise ignore, says Dr. Tina Wismer, veterinary toxicologist at the poison control center for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. A dog that's chowing down on blood meal or bone meal fertilizer may also ingest toxic plant material. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Expert: Feral Cats Threaten America Apr 18, 2008
As a result, up to 5 million U.S. cats are euthanized in shelters each year, according to estimates by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. A coordinated action on the part of policymakers, shelter organizations and cat owners is needed to try to control cat overpopulation, said researcher Linda K. Lord, assistant professor of veterinary preventive medicine at Ohio State University. (Fox News)
'Big black dog syndrome' puts them at risk Apr 10, 2008
Nobody tracks the problem nationally, and local shelters often keep only limited data on the sizes, breeds and colors of the that are adopted or put down, according to the Humane Society and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. "But anecdotally," said Stephen Musso, executive vice president of the ASPCA, "that's what we hear from shelter after shelter: Big, black dogs just don't get adopted.". (CNN)
Read more... Apr 10, 2008
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is the beneficiary of the recently-opened. The shop features more than 20 products personally selected by Stewart -- ranging from a design-award-winning dog feeder to a doggy deck chair of sunlight-resistant fabric. (PNN Online)
Community : Searching for signs of daffodils Apr 10, 2008
April 10 ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) Day. April 12 Walk on Your Wild Side Day. (Forest Republican, WI)
Shelters Say Big, Black Dogs Hard To Adopt Apr 10, 2008
The Humane Society and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals said, however, that nobody tracks the problem nationally. A man who runs a network for rescuing abandoned Labrador retrievers in Oklahoma known as Heartland Lab Rescue said that it doesn't help that a quirk of dark-dog biology has led to an overabundance of large, black dogs. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Glenn Close & Martha Stewart Partner for Animal Welfare with Charitable Shops on FetchDog.com Apr 9, 2008
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is the beneficiary of the recently-opened Martha Stewart Charitable Shop ( ). The shop features more than 20 products personally selected by Stewart -- ranging from a design-award-winning dog feeder to a doggy deck chair of sunlight-resistant fabric. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
2 cats caught in NY crane collapse survive Apr 5, 2008
She took the animal to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, where it had to be tranquilized before a veterinarian could examine it. Otway suspected the cat belonged to Squeri and Walker, who she had heard owned two tuxedo cats the 8-month-old male, Mr. Gloves, and a 6-year-old female, Gooksie. (USA Today)
CSI goes four-legged Apr 3, 2008
This month the University of Florida Centre for Forensic Medicine and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) will host the first international conference on veterinary forensics. The painstaking discipline of forensic science - popularised through TV shows such as CSI - has found a new audience. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Owner Charged With Cruelty for Failing to Treat Cat's Ailments Mar 22, 2008
In January 2007, Walsh took the cat to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals to be euthanized, Weil added. Three months later, he was charged with animal cruelty, a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail, under 353 of the Agriculture and Markets Law. (Law.com)
Abandoned, mistreated animals have champion in Kathy Johnson Mar 22, 2008
"I give the dogs food and water and say a prayer for them." And she also notifies the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, although its downstate inspectors are overworked and the level of punishment for animal abusers is generally far less severe than in the cities. Johnson provided a wide range of information during her talk and a question-and-answer period which followed. (Carmi Times, IL)
Supporters back woman in cat abuse Mar 20, 2008
That organization, based in Philadelphia, along with the New York City-based American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, raided Tiger Ranch last Thursday. Agents from PSPCA and ASPCA seized about 400 cats, seven Percheron horses, one goat, nine chickens and seven dogs and charged Ms. Bruno, also known as Linn Marie, with multiple counts of animal cruelty, which are misdemeanor offenses. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Cat sanctuary owner defended on charges Mar 19, 2008
The animals were seized by agents from the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Mr. Valasek said he and his client have been told her animals were taken to the Clarion County Humane Society in Shippenville. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Horse neglect Mar 15, 2008
Dr. Melinda Merck, forensic veterinarian for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and three investigators from the Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in Columbia began examining 20 spots where one or more horse bones were found. Nine were grave sites, said Sumter County sheriffs Sgt. Randy Wright, who supervises the animal control division. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Undercover video from pet shelter led to charges Mar 15, 2008
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals provided three mobile veterinary clinics for use during the raid. The agents set up a temporary emergency room on Tiger Ranch to treat severely ill cats. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Animal Rights Vick-tory, Virginia Passes Fighting Law Mar 4, 2008
"After the horrible revelations of the Michael Vick case, I am deeply proud that our state has taken a forceful stand against the depravity of animal fighting," said Robin Starr, executive director of the Richmond chapter of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. The bill would make attendance at any organized animal fight, not just dogfights, a felony. (Fox News)
Valley lawmaker wants dogs off drivers' laps Feb 26, 2008
"This certainly sounds like something we could support, given the danger to the driver should the pet get under the brake or pedal," said Lisa Weisberg, of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. The most humane way to restrain pets is with a cage, she said. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Plants for your pet to avoid Feb 24, 2008
Just for my own peace of mind I logged onto the Animal Poison Control Center website run by the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). Sure enough, the (long. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Putting a leash on your pet spending Feb 19, 2008
Its not unusual for animals to be left behind, even abandoned, during difficult times, says Ed Sayres, president of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Health)
The silent victims of foreclosures — pets Feb 17, 2008
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals advice for those with pets who are facing foreclosure ... "It's not unusual for animals to be left behind, even abandoned, during difficult times," said Ed Sayres, president and CEO for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Animal CSI: Solving horrendous pet crimes Feb 16, 2008
Its applying all the forensic science that has traditionally been used on crimes against humans to animals, Merck said of her job with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) headquartered in New York City. Federal agents sought her help last year in the Michael Vick dog fighting case where she exhumed 12 animal bodies and examined their remains. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Legislator: ban roadside pet sales Feb 9, 2008
Bob Baker, a puppy-mill investigator for the New York City-based American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, said the legislation is needed, although it's unlikely to curtail backyard breeders to a great degree. Hawking animals on the roadside is not the only way sellers get animals onto the market. (AZCentral -- News)
From Vick's fight ring to foster home, unlikely rescue for dogs Jan 27, 2008
Uba flattened on all fours when Tim Racer, an evaluator on a team assembled by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, arrived at his cage. "Are you going to kill me now?" was the message another evaluator, Donna Reynolds, read in Uba's eyes. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Panel meets this week to discuss changes to Pa. dog law Jan 23, 2008
Cori Menkin, of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, said the state was poised to make big improvements. Generally, from what we ve seen so far, we think it s a really strong bill, Menkin said. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
California: Taunting not only factor in tiger attack Jan 19, 2008
Stephen Zawistowski, science adviser for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, also said taunting probably is not the sole reason for the attack. When something like this happens, what you find is it's almost never that there was one single thing that went wrong, said Zawistowski. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Animal control complaints continue Jan 2, 2008
In the meantime, there have been ongoing discussions between the county and the Maude Schiffley Chapter of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals about the operational structure of animal control. SPCA has shared its facility with animal control for many years. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Bid to ban New York horse-drawn carriages Jan 1, 2008
Mr Avella is backed by charities, including the mainstream Humane Society of the United States and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Campaigners have long worried about conditions in the horses' stables and their long working hours, especially in New York's freezing winters and often scorching summers, each of which coincide with big tourist seasons. (The Herald)
New York City's carriage horses may disappear Jan 1, 2008
Avella, who tried to have the carriages restricted to Central Park in a 2005 measure that never took off, relaunched his cause, this time with the support of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). "As the primary enforcer of New York Citys carriage horse laws, the ASPCA can no longer accept the status quo," said the society's president, Ed Sayres. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Are circuses inhumane? Dec 27, 2007
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, along with three other not-for-profit animal welfare organizations - The Fund For Animals, Animal Welfare Institute and Animal Protection Institute - are in the midst of litigation, under the Federal Endangered Species Act, against Ringling. The allegations detail the routine abuse and neglect of Asian elephants. (The Palm Beach Post)
Breeders abuse animals for profit Dec 23, 2007
The Midwest has the worst reputation for puppy mills because its central location makes the area attractive to animal brokers, said Bob Baker, who investigates puppy mills for the New York City-based American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ... Most good breeders stick to one breed, said Bob Baker, puppy-mill investigator for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. (AZCentral)
"Animal CSI" Helps Catch Abusers Dec 19, 2007
"Applying human forensic science to animals is so cutting-edge," remarks Dr. Melinda Merck, the forensic veterinarian for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). "I have always been driven to help the underdog, and that is to help the unwanted, help the helpless.". (CBS News -- Early Show)
Obituaries for Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2007 Dec 19, 2007
Memorials may be given to (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) or one s local humane society. Sime Funeral Home of Readstown assisted with arrangements. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Prison time not enough for Vick Dec 12, 2007
But a statement issued by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals summarized the situation well several months ago: "Vick was willing to risk a dream career in the NFL for a few hours in a wretched dog pit ... Dogfighting is barbarism, and the only good that can come out of this is that we all have a heightened awareness of these criminal enterprises and that more of these operations are shut down.". There have been reports that Vick has been part of the effort to eliminate... (The Palm Beach Post)
Disgraced football star Vick sentenced to 23 months Dec 11, 2007
"This is a significant moment in the history of animal cruelty prosecution and sends a clear message to criminals everywhere - that this kind of gross and barbaric cruelty to animals will not be tolerated," said Ed Sayres, president of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ... American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Damaged dogs plucked from the assembly line Dec 6, 2007
Large commercial operations where puppies are bred for profit are regulated by the U.S. Agriculture Department, but many do not register with the department, and enforcement of humane regulations is a low priority, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, or ASPCA.. This year, however, state and local agencies have sharply stepped up their own raids on puppy mills, said Stephanie Shain, outreach director for the Humane Society. (MSNBC -- Health)
Swanky new animal shelter feels just like home--almost Dec 6, 2007
Developed by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, it evaluates animals' behavior and interests, and matches them with adopters' preferences. Since the center opened in September, PAWS Chicago has seen its weekly adoptions rise from 25 to about 65, officials said. (Chicago Tribune)
Animal problem persists Dec 2, 2007
In the meantime, there have been ongoing discussions between the county and the Maude Schiffley Chapter of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals about the operational structure of animal control. SPCA has shared its facility with animal control for many years, but new SPCA President Dr. Ann Hurst said contractual negotiations are ongoing with the county. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Our view on animal welfare: Beware of doggie in window Nov 30, 2007
In the early 1990s, investigations by animal welfare groups, media attention and raids shut down some of the worst mills, but they are on the rise again, according to the Humane Society of the U.S. and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ... American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. (Yahoo News)
Vick to deposit $900,000 for dogs Nov 29, 2007
Since they were seized, the dogs were evaluated by behavioral experts from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and other organizations. Some of the pit bulls may be eligible for adoption, the motion added. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Volusia to review spaying laws Nov 24, 2007
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals doesn't support such laws. Instead the organization supports programs that provide incentives for people to spay or neuter their pets. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
November is adopt a senior pet month Nov 22, 2007
Recognizing the difficulty of finding homes for older animals like Rudy and Nanook, The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals declared November National Adopt a Senior Pet Month. Chris Storm, director of SafeHaven, said they consider dogs over the age of seven and cats eight or older to be senior pets. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Government asks judge in Vick case to freeze $1 million Nov 21, 2007
The government said the seized pit bulls have been evaluated by American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and other groups. Vick's plea agreement said he would make restitution for "all costs associated with the care of the dogs involved including if necessary, the long-term care and/or human euthanasia of some or all of those animals as may be directed by the court.". (USA Today -- Sports)
With the serious and the silly, website woos pet lovers Nov 19, 2007
Although much of the information on is drawn from other providers (like the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), the idea is to set up a formula to gather content from a variety of sources, and support it with strong brand names ... Jo Sullivan, of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, said the site offered the most comprehensive information she had seen on the Internet. (Boston Globe)
Dog fighting a dangerous problem Nov 19, 2007
Numbers are hard to track because of the sport's highly secretive nature, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, which has been combating dog fighting for more than a century, according to its Web site. ASPCA officials did not return calls for comment. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Jennifer Allen wins rookie title for endurance riding Nov 10, 2007
Endurance racing is one of the few horse sports that is approved by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Competitive Endurance racing is very sportsmanship oriented and very horse-based. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Queens Man Accused Of Clubbing Neighbor's Dog Nov 7, 2007
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says Pritish Patel was arraigned Tuesday on charges of felony animal cruelty, criminal possession of a weapon and endangering the welfare of a child. Patel, who is 27-years-old, says that he only hit his neighbor's dog, Myrna, because it attacked his own Boston terrier. (WNBC.com, NY)
