Definition of animal rights – plus a discussion

Here is a definition of animal rights: The rights to humane treatment claimed on behalf of animals, especially the right not to be exploited for human purposes. The word, “humane” means: Characterized by kindness, mercy, or compassion. These are from the free dictionary – not very clever of me. But we may be able …

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“2 FeLV kittens in need of a home” – FeLV kittens and cats can and should live good lives.

Keeping FeLV positive rescue cats alive at new homes

Introduction Many years ago, perhaps around 2008, Jan visited my website and posted a request for visitors to give a home to 2 FeLV cats. I am revisiting that page and using it as a base to add more detail and information. Jan’s post is below the introduction. I don’t know if the kittens …

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The Dutch Cats of New York City

NYC feral cats are from Dutch stock

When people move home, they take their cat companion. This has been going on for thousands of years. It is how the domestic cat has spread throughout the world. For example, the Romans did quite a bit of empire building and moving which meant exporting the domestic cat far and wide. The first domestic …

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One United Voice – Animal Shelter Reform Group needs your input to bring about change

One voice

Facebook: One United Voice-Animal Shelter Reform Group was created May 31, 2017, to join animal advocates in their mission to create a better environment for shelter pets. Beth Frank is the lady behind the group, where her plans are to create an army of advocates, including crossposters, in an effort to bring about change. …

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Five dogs seized and four dead cats removed from home of NC animal advocate

Cats and dogs seized from animal advocate

Update: WBTV released this update stating Barbara Hart was arrested Friday morning and charged with 9 counts of animal cruelty. Bond was set at $1,500. The cat advocacy world woke up to the following article today from WBTV News. A very well respected Salisbury, North Carolina animal advocate is in trouble with the law. …

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