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Islands in the Storm
March 9, 2014When one envisions images of Indonesia, it’s usually of beautiful white sand, warm turquoise water and lush tropical jungles in the sun. Sadly there is a darker side to this paradise when it comes to the monsoon seasons and animal welfare. There are literally no laws governing unwanted and abused animals there and just a … -
Breed-Specific Legislation
March 3, 2014Most, if not all states, have their legislatures in session right now. One of the most important issues many are deciding relates to restricting or banning certain breeds of dogs in various jurisdictions. Many of these laws do not base these bans on breed alone, but whether a dog LOOKS like a breed. Most dogs … -
Cat Shelter Felix – Serbia
February 13, 2014Establishing and operating an animal sanctuary can’t be an easy task anywhere in the world, but running a cat sanctuary in a country like Serbia, where cats are utterly marginalized and often horribly abused and where their suffering passes virtually unnoticed, it sounds like mission impossible… From the very beginning, setting up and maintaining Cat … -
Icey, the Rescue Show Dog
February 13, 2014We are absolutely in love with Icey, the rescue dog that competed at Westminster!
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Rescue Story: Simba Heals After Years of Abuse
February 4, 2014When Simba was found by SOS Galgos volunteers in Toledo, Spain, earlier this month she was hiding between trees and had an olive branch embedded in her mouth, keeping her jaw from closing properly. This cruel trick is an all too common punishment used by hunters for Greyhounds that are not performing properly. Hunters that … -
Rescue Story: Melody’s Heart Finally Sings
February 4, 2014When our team first met Melody in a rural field in central Spain, she was locked in an enclosure with 2 other adult Greyhounds. There was no sign of other humans and barely any shade from the hot Spanish sun. As we approached the gate, we could tell that she was unsure of herself and … -
A ‘Must Read’ for Cat and Dog Lovers Alike
February 3, 2014Here’s a book I look forward to checking out at the library soon: The Guest Cat by Takashi Hiraide. Already a best-seller in France, this reviewer says of The Guest Cat, “The best novels are ones that…over time, they stay with us — like small miracles.” Between this review and the book’s title – it’s … -
You Can Help Stop Animal Suffering!
January 23, 2014How often have you scrolled through the posts on your Facebook page and found an entry about animal suffering? I see these types of posts frequently because of my extensive network of animal friends – linked together by Facebook. My initial response is still to skip over these posts, yet I force myself to stop … -
Holmes County Humane Society
January 22, 2014By Lori Kalef
The recent cold snap brought in record breaking below average temperatures prompting many severe cold weather warnings across the country. The extreme weather brought on many flight cancelations, school closures and forced businesses to close down. Many scrambled to find heat and comfort from the outside, while others suffered frostbite, hypothermia and even … -
Domestic Violence and Pets: Finding Safety for Both Victims
January 21, 2014Recently, we had the privilege of speaking to an incredibly inspiring woman who runs a shelter for victims of domestic violence in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Maya Gupta. The shelter is called, Ahimsa House, meaning non-violence in Sanskrit and was founded in 2004 by Emilie Christie, a woman who fell victim to domestic violence and suffered …
The mission of SPCA International is simple but vast: to advance the safety and well-being of animals.
