Over 170 cats seized in January were freed from the ownership of Wydell Dixon yesterday, as an appeals jury made the unanimous decision to allow the county to find them homes.
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Reward Offered in Long Island Feral Colony Kitten Killings
Guardians of Rescue and the Suffolk County SPCA are offering a current combined total of $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of the person responsible for the murders of 8 feral babies in a managed cat colony on Long Island, NY. The online animal advocacy community is raising awareness of the search for the killer.
NH Senator Honored for His Commitment to Animals
New Hampshire state Senator Bob Odell was recognized by the HSUS this week for his efforts to protect the state’s animals. Sen. Odell was honored for his support of a bill requiring antifreeze to contain a bitter again to repel cats and dogs.
Recent Awards Advance the Legal Status of Companion Animals
Two tragedies have resulted in substantial judgements that herald a new standard in the way companion animals are valued under the law.
NY State Senate Passes Pet Protection Bill
The NY State Senate passed a bill today that furthers the status of companion animals while making theft of them a felony. The companion bill in the State Assembly is said to have solid support.