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Special World News

After Lennox

25 July 2012

written by Cheshire Kitten in the Special World News section of The Anipal Times

This tiny puppy, and the dog she will become, should be free to live with her family wherever they choose to live.

Lennox and his family were victims of Breed-Specific Legislation. Now the global Save Lennox movement is shifting gears to advocate for a different legal solution to the problem of dangerous dog behavior. The U.S. state of Georgia has a new law that moves away from breed to deal with behavior.

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The Founder Of Petfinder Identifies Animal Welfare Priorities at BlogPaws

12 July 2012

written by Cheshire Kitten in the Special World News section of The Anipal Times

A lovely pittie in pink attended BlogPaws 2012.

One of the best minds in animal welfare in the United States now shared her analysis of the current priorities for the industry at BlogPaws 2012.

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Poison Prevention Week: What To Do When You Suspect Poison

by Cheshire Kitten March 21, 2012
At the Triangle Emergency Veterinary Clinic in Durham, N.C.

Learn how to coach your humans about what to do if they ever have to help when you’ve eaten something you shouldn’t.

Poison Prevention Week: Know Your Poisons

by Cheshire Kitten March 19, 2012
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It’s important for our humans to know what we should and really shouldn’t eat. During Poison Prevention Week, the AT reports on the top poisonous substances, foods and plants for dogs and cats (with a nod to birds, small mammals and horses).

Protection Pending For Animals Involved In Domestic Violence

by Cheshire Kitten January 19, 2012
Domestic violence law for pets proposed

Florida may become the 22nd state in the United States to include family pets in protective orders in domestic violence cases.

Animals Need Help To Escape Floods In Thailand

by Cheshire Kitten November 28, 2011
Mother carries puppy

Flood waters in Thailand are finally receding, after reaching epic levels and endangering the lives of millions of people and animals. Local and international organizations are helping to rescue dogs and cats, shelter them and find homes for street dogs and cats.

Supporters Demand Life For Lennox

by Cheshire Kitten October 10, 2011
This article may not be suitable for all readers.

Thousands of people around the world have followed the case of a beloved pet dog Lennox as it has unfolded in Belfast over the past 18 months. Supporters around the world on social media and the web organized to try to influence the outcome of the case and save Lennox’s life.

Tribute to 9/11 Search And Rescue Dogs

by Cheshire Kitten September 11, 2011
Sunny

The search and rescue dogs of 9/11 are remarkably healthy. Research has found that the 9/11 working dogs came through the experience with healthy respiratory and immune systems. A longitudinal health study of 95 dogs may offer insight into human responses as well.

Animals In The Texas Wildfires

by Cheshire Kitten September 10, 2011
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Wildfires in Central Texas have burned thousands of acres, displacing thousands of people and animals. Organized and spontaneous assistance helps house evacuated pets, care for hurt animals and reunite human-animal families.

Companion Animals And The U.S. Economy

by Cheshire Kitten August 22, 2011
Becket business

Companion animals are important for national economic health. Pet-related companies are doing well in the volatile economy, and a few of these companies have stocks available for trading.

Japan’s Fukushima Update Summer 2011

by PepiSmartDog August 11, 2011
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Four months after the devastating tsunami in Japan, animals are still in a dire state, needing rescue and care.

CATS for Cats Celebrity Benefit

by Cokie the Cat July 23, 2011
Show Poster

Our own Hollywood Insider shares the scoop on “CATS for Cats,” an L.A. Celebrity benefit concert to help feral kitties.

A Fighting Chance For Fighting Dogs In Florida

by Cheshire Kitten June 29, 2011
Rescued pit bull

On June 21, Florida’s governor signed SB 722 into law. The new law allows law enforcement officials and shelters an option to evaluate the dogs as they are removed from the cruel conditions of a fighting operation to see if they can be rehabilitated and retrained.

Search Dog Jagger Deploys To Joplin

by Cheshire Kitten June 10, 2011
Jagger searching in Joplin

Search Dog Foundation has a mission to increase the number of search and rescue dogs to work in disaster situations. I interviewed search dog Jagger’s handler about their deployment in Joplin, Missouri, last month.

Equine Virus Worries USA Horse Owners

by PepiSmartDog June 4, 2011
Lilli & Marilyn

Read about how the recent outbreak of Equine Herpes-1 Virus (EHV-1) is affecting horse competitions throughout America.

Only A Few Weeks Left To Adopt Companion Animal Legislation In Texas

by Cheshire Kitten May 23, 2011
Animal Friendly License Plate

Read our summary of several important bills concerning companion animals that may be on their way to becoming law this year in Texas.

Everybody Hurts: Abusive Relationships and Animals

by MattieDog May 12, 2011
Okey's Promise

The anipal community offers a multitude of resources for many interests and causes. Here, we highlight important information and resources for domestic violence and animals.

Missouri’s Canine Cruelty Prevention Act

by Maggie Tortie Kat May 9, 2011
Courtesy of Columbia times 01/30/11

Missouri’s puppy mill law was recently repealed and the “Missouri Solution” attached to another bill. What does this change mean for dogs?

Japan Horse Update: Silent Victims

by PepiSmartDog May 6, 2011
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As the days pass, the situation for all animals in Japan’s disaster area seems to be deteriorating. Dogs and cats already with their owners at evacuation centers are now under threat of being removed. Yet another animal has become almost a ghost in the disaster scenario: suffering horses.

Missouri’s Puppy Mill Proposition in Flux

by Maggie Tortie Kat April 23, 2011
Courtesy of Columbia times 01/30/11

After Missouri voters spoke their minds at the polls, political and animal concerns are still wrangling over puppy mills.

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