It’s a myth to think that most pets end up at shelters because they have behavior problems. The truth is, most pets are turned into shelters because of changes in people’s lives, which means there are lots of great pets at shelters — and lots of people who have trouble adjusting to change. Here’s a [...]
The Pet Pundit
Humane Education and Writings on Animal Issues
Monthly Archives: November 2008
Nov 18
Poor economy hurts dogs and cats too
A poor economy means that more pets are ending up in animal shelters than ever before. Shelters all across the nation report rising populations, as people surrender their dogs and cats in record numbers. And, as people hold on tighter to their purse strings, shrinking donations are leaving animal shelters with fewer resources to care for this [...]
Nov 10
Obama to join long list of Presidents with pets in the White House
Of all the decisions the new President-elect has before him, none has captured the American people’s imaginations more quickly than the first family’s decision to get a puppy.
Following through on an early campaign promise to his girls (win or lose they get a puppy after the election), Obama has been bombarded by animal groups across [...]
Nov 06
10 Steps to Starting a Dog Park
Looking for a place for your dog to run and play off-leash? If you don’t already have a dog park in your community, your dog may thank you for helping to get one started.
Dog parks exist thanks to determined dog lovers working together to bring this dedicated play area to the community. If your neighborhood [...]
