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Miami Herald
11 hours ago
- General
- Miami Herald
Dog and pups saved from living in death trap. ‘Sweet souls had been forgotten'
A dog and her puppies are safe and sound after a shelter stepped in to rescue them from deplorable living conditions in New York. The Montgomery County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) in Amsterdam, with the help of many others, managed to save an entire family of dogs who were living in a death trap. 'Today, compassion triumphed over cruelty,' the shelter said in a July 13 Facebook post. 'A mama dog and her five innocent puppies were found living in heartbreaking conditions — neglected and abandoned in a crumbling chicken coop in the Town of Florida. Malnourished, filthy, and infested with fleas and ticks, these sweet souls had been forgotten.' In a twist, it was actually the father of the dog family who got them help. 'The father of the pups, who had managed to break free from the coop, was thankfully brought in by a kind-hearted Sgt from the Montgomery County Sheriff's Department,' the shelter said. 'This rescue wouldn't have been possible without board member Junell Pasquarelli, who first noticed the dire situation and took action. Her persistence in speaking with the property owner and Sheriff's Department allowed us to intervene and bring the whole little family to safety.' McClatchy News has reached out to the shelter to find out when the dogs will be available for adoption but haven't received word back. 'Now, all seven dogs are safe and sound in our care — fully bathed, ticks removed, resting on soft blankets in air-conditioned kennels with clean water, food, and toys. They're finally experiencing what love and comfort feel like,' the shelter said. For more information, visit the shelter's website. Amsterdam is about a 35-mile drive northwest from Albany.
Daily Record
20 hours ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Husky 'had not eaten for a week' as cruel Scots couple banned from keeping dogs
"His owners' delay in seeking veterinary help has led to prolonged and unnecessary suffering." A cruel Scots couple have been banned from keeping dogs after starving their pet husky until the animal's ribs and spine showed through it's fur. Deborah Duncan and Reece Gordon, from Aberdeen, were convicted after their pet Kyro, a two-year-old male, grey Husky-type dog, was discovered having not had food in more than a week. He was taken into the care of the Scottish SPCA after undergoing an operation, where the extent of the neglect was discovered. Inspectors say he is now 'living the life he deserves' after being adopted. The pair appeared at Peterhead Sheriff Court on Monday, July 14, where they were found guilty. In addition to the ban, they were also ordered to carry out unpaid work in the community. Duncan had brought Kyro into the PDSA in Aberdeen after he had not eaten for over a week, and not had anything to drink for four days. He had a foreign body removed from his stomach, and was referred to the city's Vets Now Veterinary Practice for post-operative care. Upon assessment, veterinary staff were alarmed by his condition, describing him as emaciated with visible ribs, spine, and pelvic bones. Heartbreaking images showed the state he had deteriorated into as a result of not being given proper nutrition. An inspector from the Scottish SPCA said: 'We uplifted Kyro into our care due to concerns about his condition and to ensure he received appropriate aftercare. The severity of his emaciation indicated that his nutritional needs had not been met for weeks, if not longer. 'The vet had found that Kyro's condition could not be explained solely by the recent illness or the stomach obstruction, and that his lack of muscle mass suggested long-term malnutrition. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! "In their opinion, the dog should have weighed at least 22kg in a healthy state. Kyro, however, had clearly been deteriorating for several weeks, if not months. 'The extreme thinness of Kyro was easily identifiable by any reasonable person. It is simply unacceptable that veterinary care was not sought earlier, particularly given the owner's admission that the dog had not eaten in over a week.' Following their conviction, Duncan and Gordon were banned from keeping dogs for 36 months, ordered to carry out 96 hours of unpaid community work, and Reece Gordon was also placed under a 12-month supervision order. The Scottish SPCA inspector added: 'Kyro should have been brought to a vet a lot sooner. He was visibly underweight, weak, and had clearly been suffering. His owners' delay in seeking veterinary help has led to prolonged and unnecessary suffering. Kyro has since been adopted and now living the life he deserves.'
IOL News
a day ago
- IOL News
Animal welfare groups demand justice for Chacma baboon slaughter in Cape Town
A video of a Chacma baboon slaughtered in Ocean View has been shared on social media. Image: Armand Hough / Independent Newspapers A R5,000 reward has been offered for any information that could lead to the arrest and conviction of individuals involved in the brutal killing of an adult Chacma baboon, which was allegedly butchered for human consumption in Ocean View. Disturbing footage of the incident has surfaced on social media, showing the horrific slaughter of the protected species. The video, which began circulating on Monday, was brought to the attention of both the Animal Welfare Society of South Africa (AWS SA) and the Cape of Good Hope SPCA, sparking urgent investigations by both animal welfare organisations. 'This horrific act is not only inhumane but also illegal,' said AWS SA spokesperson Alan Perrins. 'Chacma baboons are a vulnerable and protected species in South Africa. These intelligent, sentient beings are already under immense pressure from habitat loss, urban encroachment, and human-wildlife conflict. Now, they face yet another threat: barbaric killings for bushmeat.' Perrins confirmed that AWS SA had immediately alerted CapeNature and its counterparts at the SPCA, with early indications pointing to members of the Ocean View community. 'We are combining resources to ensure the swift identification and prosecution of those responsible. Killing or consuming protected wildlife is a criminal offence, and we will pursue this case with the full weight of the law.' Cape of Good Hope SPCA spokesperson Belinda Abraham confirmed that wildlife inspectors visited Ocean View on Monday as part of a joint operation with the City of Cape Town's Law Enforcement and Safety and Security Investigation Unit (SSIU). 'Our team immediately jumped into action after receiving the footage,' Abraham said. 'We are working closely with the relevant authorities, and our investigation is ongoing. The video is graphic and distressing, and we are determined to ensure that those responsible are held accountable.' The SPCA is offering a R5,000 reward for any information that leads to a successful conviction. Their 24/7 Inspectorate Control Room can be contacted at 021 700 4158 or via confidential WhatsApp at 021 700 4140. AWS SA Senior Inspector Sivuyile Kilwa can also be reached at 021 692 2626, 082 601 1761, or via email at ([email protected])(mailto:[email protected]). Animal rights advocacy group Baboon Matters added its voice to the call for justice, condemning the killing in the strongest terms. 'We were utterly appalled at the reprehensible killing of a baboon as detailed in the CGHSPCA post,' said Baboon Matters founder Jenni Trethowan. 'We call on residents who may have witnessed the awful event to please come forward with information – these killers must be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Now is the time for the authorities to act cohesively and decisively.' Authorities have urged the public not to share the video due to its graphic content, and instead to report it directly to enforcement officials as part of the ongoing investigation. 'Let us stand together and say NO to cruelty. NO to wildlife crimes. YES to justice,' said Perrins. [email protected]
RNZ News
a day ago
- General
- RNZ News
Kaikōura considers new rules for cats
Kaikōura District Council will draft a new animal control bylaw with a section for cats. File photo Photo: RNZ / Nate McKinnon A new bylaw is being proposed to protect Kaikōura's native birds and improve the wellbeing of cats. With the Kaikōura District Council's dog control bylaw due to be reviewed, the council has decided to draft a new animal control bylaw with a section for cats. The decision follows calls from local conservationists to help protect banded dotterels / pohowera, which nests along the Kaikōura coastline. The birds come under threat from predators, including stray and feral cats, during nesting season. Alongside the new bylaw, the council will partner with the SPCA to promote subsidised desexing and microchipping of cats. Council chief executive Will Doughty said the new bylaw will be developed over the next 18 months and will be subject to consultation. "We've looked at what's been done in other councils and we found this is now becoming a lot more mainstream. "There are benefits from a cat health perspective and it's good from a wider environmental perspective, so it goes beyond just the protecting the birds. "But the big thing is in the education." A dotterel in full flight. Photo: Ailsa McGilvary-Howard The council is working with Environment Canterbury and the Department of Conservation to look at restrictions on nesting sites. The dotterel nesting season runs from September to December, with the birds under threat from dogs, vehicles and human activity, as well as cats. Doughty said the subsidised desexing and microchipping programme will receive ratepayer funding from the council's environmental projects fund. Kaikōura couple Ailsa McGilvary-Howard and Ted Howard made an appeal to a council workshop in March to help protect the dotterels. While the dotterel can be found on braided rivers and coastlines in other parts of the South Island, Kaikōura is like "a whirlpool" which sucks birds in because there appears to be plenty of resources, McGilvary-Howard said. The beach areas with the most dotterel nesting sites are at South Bay between the Coastguard and The Caves, and further north between the West End shopping area and the New World supermarket. McGilvary-Howard has been monitoring dotterel nests on the Kaikōura coastline voluntarily for more than a decade and completed a self-funded banded dotterel study in 2016. A banded dotterel mother and chick. Photo: Ailsa McGilvary-Howard Howard monitors the northern section, and said around 150 eggs were laid this season, with around 40 hatching, but just one chick survived. A further four chicks survived at South Bay, but more adult birds were lost to predator attacks. LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.
CTV News
2 days ago
- General
- CTV News
‘Pawsitive Packs' brings relief to pets in need this summer
Summer Pawsitive Packs have officially been distributed by the Lighthouse Shelter Outreach Van to dogs and their humans living in conditions that make it hard to stay cool during this extreme heat. (Orillia Ontario SPCA and Humane Society) Have you ever seen the look on your dog's face when you give them a new toy or treat? Now imagine their tail-wagging excitement when they receive an entire bag of their favourite goodies. The Orillia Ontario SPCA in partnership with the Lighthouse Shelter Outreach Team is giving away Summer Pawsitive Packs—a special initiative created to support families with animals who are facing financial challenges or housing insecurity. 'These incredible donations are part of a compassionate partnership with the Lighthouse Shelter Outreach Team, who hand-deliver these essential summer packs directly to animals living rough—those who need cooling, hydration, and comfort the most,' the SPCA shared. Summer Pawsitive Packs Summer Pawsitive Packs have officially been distributed by the Lighthouse Shelter Outreach Van to dogs and their humans living in conditions that make it hard to stay cool during this extreme heat. (Orillia Ontario SPCA and Humane Society) summer backpack are filled with items like collars, leashes, portable bowls, toys, treats, and dog coats. 'Some of our Summer Pawsitive Packs have officially been distributed by the Lighthouse Shelter Outreach Van to dogs and their humans living in conditions that make it hard to stay cool during this extreme heat,' members of the Orillia Ontario SPCA and Humane Society said. Many people around the region are unhoused or at risk of losing their homes. These packs can play a vital role in keeping their pets safe, healthy, and with the people who love them. Do you want to help keep animals safe and cool this summer? You can support future packs by purchasing from the Amazon Wishlist. 'Every item truly makes a difference,' stated members of the SPCA in Orillia. This initiative is part of a broader effort by the Ontario SPCA to ensure animals stay with their families and keep cool this hot summer.
