Wisconsin Animal Rights Blog

Glendale Pet Cemetery for Sale

kris10 — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:35:29 +0000

For years pet owners laid their loved ones to rest at the Thistlerose Pet Cemetery and Crematory in Greendale. Even Jane Mansfield’s dog is buried there! Eleanor Jolly ran Thistlerose until she died in February at age 92. None of her grandchildren are interested in carrying on the cemetery so they are selling the land… forcing pet owners to dig up their pets for reburial! Records on the burials are sketchy, but over 500 pets may be buried at Thistlerose. How many will be dug up carelessly like weeds or rocks if the land is sold for development?

I wasn’t sure what category to put this story in, but I think it borders on “Abuse and Neglect.” Pet graves are just as sacred as human graves. In a best case scenario, someone would buy the land and keep the cemetery. The cemetery obviously meant a lot to Eleanor Jolly; the best thing her family could do to honor her memory is keep the cemetery in tact. How can you sleep at night knowing your inheritance money came from digging up a cemetery?!

Pet of the Week: Meah

kris10 — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:21:20 +0000

Meah is a beautiful tortoiseshell cat that nobody wanted after a divorce. How could anyone leave this beauty behind? Meet Meah through the Domestic Cat Rescue in Appleton and see if this lovely girl is right for you.

Pets of the Week: Buster and Babs

kris10 — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 11:44:57 +0000

Buster and Babs are a bonded pair of seven year old cats looking for a home that will keep them together. Their hair was severely matted when they arrived at the Jefferson County Humane Society so they both needed a haircut. Their coats are filling in nicely and they’re ready to find their new home. Can you take two?

Pet of the Week Update: Lulu and Boo-Boo

kris10 — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 11:50:54 +0000

Last week’s Pet of the Week pair, Lulu and Boo-Boo, have had an update on their Petfinder page. Lulu has developed some kidney problems so she and Boo-Boo will need a home that is willing to care for her medical needs. Cats with kidney problems can often live long, normal lives. Can you bring both of these special cats home?

Senator Kohl’s Niece Fights Puppy Mills

kris10 — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:43:16 +0000

U.S. Senator Herb Kohl’s niece, Jana, is raising awareness awareness about the brutality of puppy mills with help from her Poodle, Baby. Ignoring warnings from friends, Jana visited a puppy mill in Texas to find a dog. Seeing dogs caged like livestock, never setting foot on the ground horrified her. She later adopted Baby, a puppy mill rescue dog.

Baby’s brittle bones caused her to break a leg and eventually need an amputation. Together Baby and Jana are speaking to politicians, celebrities and activists to warn people about buying puppy mill dogs and pets from online breeders. Way to go Jana and Baby!

Pets of the Week: Lulu and Boo-Boo

kris10 — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:51:18 +0000

Lulu and Boo-Boo are a brother and sister pair looking for a home that will take them both. They are adorable orange and white kitties who love people. When you see how cute they are together, you’ll see why it’s best to keep them in the same home. Meet this pair at the Happy Endings No Kill Animal Shelter in Milwaukee.

Financial Problems Mean Tough Decisions for Pet Owners

kris10 — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 11:27:24 +0000

It’s a sad sign of the times… pet owners giving away pets because of financial hardships or home foreclosures. Some pet owners are foregoing their own medications to care for their pets. Many food pantries are seeing increases in requests for pet food.

If you cannot care for your pet, please contact your local animal shelter, vet or rescue for advice. Please don’t resort to drastic measures like abandonment or euthanization. If you really can’t care for your pet, there may be someone who can.

If you do have the means to support your pet and perhaps give a little more, please consider a donation to your local shelter or rescue. Spring and summer bring litters of puppies and kittens to shelters. They need your help!

Pet of the Week: Delilah

kris10 — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 11:05:12 +0000

Beautiful Delilah was saved in the nick of time by a caring vet. When her owner couldn’t care for her, Delilah was brought to the vet to be euthanized. She was only seven. Luckily she ended up at the Clark County Humane Society for a second chance. Delilah needs a patient family that understands her shyness. She will reward her family with plenty of love and purrs. Can you give Delilah her permanent home?

Pet of the Week: Raven

kris10 — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 11:08:47 +0000

Raven is a friendly, 10 year old black cat looking for a loving home. Raven only has her canine teeth but she eats dry and wet food just fine (no need for kitty dentures here)! Raven has plenty of years ahead of her and lots of love to give. She’s good with other cats and kids too! Meet Raven at the Washington County Humane Society.

Pet of the Week: Blackie

kris10 — Wed, 28 May 2008 11:23:12 +0000

You’ll want this black cat to cross your path! Blackie is a black domestic short hair available through Tabby Town USA , Inc. Blackie is a distinguished gentleman at 9 years old and likes to be your shadow no matter where you go. Can you make this black cat lucky and give him a great home?