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Lesson Learned About Heartworm Prevention
Parole Hearing I attended the parole hearing for Juan Daniels today along with many other animal advocates. There were people there who came as far as Rhode Island and Boston , Mass. To protest Daniels' parole bid. Almost three years ago here in Montgomery, Juan Daniels asked to use the family car. Permission was denied and Daniels took out his rage on the family dog, now named Louie Vieutton. Daniels tied the helpless family dog and beat him without mercy with a shovel. Then, he doused him with charcoal lighter fluid and set him on fire. Louie suffered horrific burns and other injuries. It took him months to recover. Louie was at the hearing today and allowed to come in to the hearing room. Juan Daniels was charged and convicted of felony animal cruelty and sentenced to nine and one half years in prison. It is the longest sentence for animal cruelty in Alabama . He has served about 18 months. The vet who treated Louis testified along with the Montgomery County District Attorney . The Board DENIED Juan Daniels' request for parole. Thousands of letters and petitions from all over the country as well as foreign nations wrote the Board urging denial of the parole. The Board chairman commented that Juan Daniels' conduct while in prison has been terrible, one violation after another. This monster who inflicted such unimaginable pain upon Louie, a gentle and loving Pit Bull Terrier, will stay in prison where he belongs. Louie now lives with a wonderful family. This case has received nationwide attention and is a big step in the fight to end such heinous acts of violent cruelty to animals. Today is a good day for animal lovers and advocates.
Protective Pit Bull Wins 'Dog of Valor' Award D-boy, an Oklahoma City family's pit bull, received a special honor for bravely saving his family from an intruder. Read The Story...
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Breed Specific Legislation - Rally on October 25
Happy Endings Dog Rescue believes that legislation that bans particular breeds would not be an effective way to reduce dog bite or dog bite related fatalities. Given that an average of 18 people in the US die each year from a dog bite and the fact that this number has not increased in over 30 years and that 25 different breeds have been associated with these canine homicides, enacting legislation for this extremely rare event is not reasonable.
Regarding non-fatal dog bites, EVERY breed is associated with this issue. Happy Endings Dog Rescue recognizes that dogs bite as a natural instinct in certain situations. Given that the majority of dog bite victims are children, Happy Endings Dog Rescue feels it is vital that the public become more informed about dog behavior, responsible pet guardianship as well as learn to train/socialize their dogs. In addition, a public education campaign is needed for children to learn proper behavior around their pets.
However, in recognition that dog bites are a public concern, Happy Endings Dog Rescue feels that in addition to a public education campaign, enacting a city ordinance that addresses dangerous dogs, regardless of breed, is a more effective way to reduce the incidence of dog bites and/or dog bite fatalities.
Peace for Dogs (PSA)
Shelter Walkers by Sharie - View Video Three months ago, Sharie knew very little about the workings of the rescue community. Of course, we filled her in! After hearing how we make a difference, she was compelled to do what she could to help. She decided she would focus her class-assigned documentary on the plight of shelter dogs, starting with the front line people...the shelter walkers.
A Pet's Ten Commandments
The K9 named Brutus is a military K9 at McChord. He's huge - part Boxer and part British Bull Mastiff and tops the scales at 200 lbs. His handler took the picture. Brutus is running toward me because he knows I have some Milk Bone treats, so he's slobbering away! I had to duck around a tree just before he got to me in case he couldn't stop, but he did. Brutus won the Congressional Medal of Honor last year from his tour inÊ Iraq Ê.. His handler and four other soldiers were taken hostage by insurgents. Brutus and his handler communicate by sign language and he gave Brutus the signal that meant 'go away but come back and find me'. The Iraqis paid no attention to Brutus. He came back later and quietly tore the throat out of one guard at one door and another guard at another door. He then jumped against one of the doors repeatedly (the guys were being held in an old warehouse) until it opened. He went in and untied his handler and they all escaped. He's the first K9 to receive this honor. If he knows you're ok, he's a big old lug and wants to sit in your lap. Enjoys the company of cats.
K-9 Congressional Medal of Honor Winner
Remember that they can't do a lot of things for themselves and that they depend on you to make their life a quality life!
10 Commandments of a Pet
My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.
Give me time to understand what you want of me.
Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only you
Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.
Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.
Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to bite you.
Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or weak.
Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old.
On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so.
Pit Bull & Baby
Responsible American Pit Bull Terrier Owners - View Video
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