Catherine Violet Hubbard was only 6 years old, but she has such a love and passion for animals, that she already knew she wanted to run a shelter when she grew up. Sadly, we'll never know what a difference Catherine Hubbard would have made for the homeless animals of the world because she died at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT one week ago. Catherine's parents, Matthew and Jennifer, have asked that memorial donations be made to the Newtown Animal Center in Catherine's ... Read More about In Memory of Catherine Hubbard: For The Animals
When You Wonder If You’re Making A Difference
Due to the big Amazon Gift Card giveaway I'm running, there are many new subscribers to the blog this week! I want to say a big welcome, and I want to explain a little bit about what we do here. The main missions of this blog are to change hearts and minds about Pit Bull-type dogs, and to be an advocate for shelter dogs. We do that through social network sharing, and I'll talk more about that in a minute but right now, I'd like to share some statistics that might shock you ... Read More about When You Wonder If You’re Making A Difference
Ho, Ho, Ho… And An Amazon Giveaway!
The Holidays are just around the corner - are you ready? I know that with the economy in such rough shape, this time of year is hard for a lot of families. I hate to imagine anyone worrying about how they're going to make Christmas special for their little ones, or how they're going to be able to afford to serve a beautiful holiday dinner. I especially hate thinking about anyone stressing over how they'll pay the electric bill or buy milk for their kids. God has really ... Read More about Ho, Ho, Ho… And An Amazon Giveaway!
If A Dog Is On Your Holiday Shopping List
It's Black Friday, and I'm betting many of you are headed out to the stores to start {or maybe finish} your holiday shopping. Good luck as you fight those crowds! I'll be in sunny Florida, lying on a beach somewhere. I'm not even thinking about shopping today. But on a serious note, I want to talk about the terrible idea of giving a dog - or any pet - as a Christmas gift. This is a monumentally bad idea, and if you're thinking about it, STOP! A pet is a 10-15 year ... Read More about If A Dog Is On Your Holiday Shopping List
The Link Between Animal Abuse And Domestic Violence Is Real
You might be surprised to learn that there is a distinct link - a deadly link - between animal abuse and domestic violence/child abuse. But when you think about it, it actually makes sense, doesn't it? Anyone who is heartless enough to hurt an innocent, defenseless animal probably wouldn't hesitate to exercise his power and control over a child or a spouse. As my uncle commented, "An abusive coward is an abusive coward. They don't make distinctions." Here are some shocking statistics about ... Read More about The Link Between Animal Abuse And Domestic Violence Is Real
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