Thursday, December 17, 2009
A VERY SAD DAY...
It’s with a sad heart I have to bring you some tragic news- over forty cats, seven puppies and three of our oldest dogs were all euthanized (murdered) by Greenville Animal Control.
On November 6th, Animal control came out on a sick cat complaint from a person who volunteered one day at the shelter. Apparently, upon seeing sick cats, the volunteer made complaints to Animal Control. Had this person voiced their concerns to us, we would have told them that the animals in question were being medically treated by our Vet (who had been to the Rescue that same day). Unfortunately, Animal Control did not bother to confirm with our Vet that the animals were being treated and removed them all. And to make things worse, they ended up euthanizing fourteen of the cats they seized and told us to sign over, so they could get “medical treatment.”
And so when the animal control officers and codes enforcement rolled in they seized fourteen cats, plus five dogs “to take for treatment”, even though we told them they were being treated by our Vet. Animal Control told me it would be better for me to sign them over, and they could get medical treatment.
But instead, THEY KILLED THEM ALL. I was told they don’t have the facility or funds to hold and treat animals. I guess in their eyes it's EASIER TO KILL THEM.
The following Monday, (November 9th ) they came back out and seized all the other dogs and cats. They killed three of our senior dogs because they were old and didn’t move fast like the young dogs and because they had arthritis and were skinny. They were seventeen years old. They did not deserve to spend their remaining days locked up on death row!
The seven puppies they killed were said to have had Parvo- the puppies were barely 3 weeks old when seized- and the recommended vaccination schedule begins when puppies are 6-8 weeks of age. Their mother or father didn’t have it, and no other animals had it. We are led to believe they must have caught the deadly virus at the county’s animal lock-up.
Oh, and they also killed the remaining cats they seized. Yes-we did have sick cats that were dumped at the gate. (On average, we had sixty or more cats dumped a month.) HOWEVER, they were being treated by our Vet and could have easily recovered from their illnesses. Many were thin, but again-these were strays or unwanted animals. Wouldn’t you think that these animals would be thin? Had they been given a little more time, they would have plumped right up from our care. But instead they were killed.
The sad thing is I can’t legally prove I am right, even though I have records and hundreds of volunteers as witnesses. I am a disabled VET and a nonprofit rescue. Greenville County Animal Control knows I can’t afford a lawyer, so I can’t fight it.
But the worst thing is that our animals died for no reason. Our rescue was their home and they were supposed to be safe. Our senior animals should have been able to live out their last days in the only home they have known, surrounded by love. Yet, Greenville County Animal Control felt they could use their authority - just like those I fought against in wars in other countries and kill them because they weren’t adoptable. I carry the war memories of the fallen Marines and Solders that I saw killed, and the villagers in Viet Nam, Angola, Uganda and all the other war zones. No one can stop them- just like the Nazi’s… gather them up and gas them.
I was told “Why do you keep them? They are not adoptable. When you get the sick, the old, or the crippled ones, just kill them and save the money for the ones that you can adopt out.” Animals deserve better than that!
Well thousands of cats, dogs, and some horses, 28 rabbits, 30 guinea pigs, and even a red tailed Hawk came and went to good homes from here. All thanks to the hundreds of Volunteers that have helped and the hundreds of loyal supporters with their many donations.
This is not good bye- this is until the smoke clears. These animals need us and we can’t give up on them!
On November 6th, Animal control came out on a sick cat complaint from a person who volunteered one day at the shelter. Apparently, upon seeing sick cats, the volunteer made complaints to Animal Control. Had this person voiced their concerns to us, we would have told them that the animals in question were being medically treated by our Vet (who had been to the Rescue that same day). Unfortunately, Animal Control did not bother to confirm with our Vet that the animals were being treated and removed them all. And to make things worse, they ended up euthanizing fourteen of the cats they seized and told us to sign over, so they could get “medical treatment.”
And so when the animal control officers and codes enforcement rolled in they seized fourteen cats, plus five dogs “to take for treatment”, even though we told them they were being treated by our Vet. Animal Control told me it would be better for me to sign them over, and they could get medical treatment.
But instead, THEY KILLED THEM ALL. I was told they don’t have the facility or funds to hold and treat animals. I guess in their eyes it's EASIER TO KILL THEM.
The following Monday, (November 9th ) they came back out and seized all the other dogs and cats. They killed three of our senior dogs because they were old and didn’t move fast like the young dogs and because they had arthritis and were skinny. They were seventeen years old. They did not deserve to spend their remaining days locked up on death row!
The seven puppies they killed were said to have had Parvo- the puppies were barely 3 weeks old when seized- and the recommended vaccination schedule begins when puppies are 6-8 weeks of age. Their mother or father didn’t have it, and no other animals had it. We are led to believe they must have caught the deadly virus at the county’s animal lock-up.
Oh, and they also killed the remaining cats they seized. Yes-we did have sick cats that were dumped at the gate. (On average, we had sixty or more cats dumped a month.) HOWEVER, they were being treated by our Vet and could have easily recovered from their illnesses. Many were thin, but again-these were strays or unwanted animals. Wouldn’t you think that these animals would be thin? Had they been given a little more time, they would have plumped right up from our care. But instead they were killed.
The sad thing is I can’t legally prove I am right, even though I have records and hundreds of volunteers as witnesses. I am a disabled VET and a nonprofit rescue. Greenville County Animal Control knows I can’t afford a lawyer, so I can’t fight it.
But the worst thing is that our animals died for no reason. Our rescue was their home and they were supposed to be safe. Our senior animals should have been able to live out their last days in the only home they have known, surrounded by love. Yet, Greenville County Animal Control felt they could use their authority - just like those I fought against in wars in other countries and kill them because they weren’t adoptable. I carry the war memories of the fallen Marines and Solders that I saw killed, and the villagers in Viet Nam, Angola, Uganda and all the other war zones. No one can stop them- just like the Nazi’s… gather them up and gas them.
I was told “Why do you keep them? They are not adoptable. When you get the sick, the old, or the crippled ones, just kill them and save the money for the ones that you can adopt out.” Animals deserve better than that!
Well thousands of cats, dogs, and some horses, 28 rabbits, 30 guinea pigs, and even a red tailed Hawk came and went to good homes from here. All thanks to the hundreds of Volunteers that have helped and the hundreds of loyal supporters with their many donations.
This is not good bye- this is until the smoke clears. These animals need us and we can’t give up on them!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
NEW EVENT! Garage Sale Fundraiser Saturday, December 5th!
*Garage Sale Fundraiser*
Saturday, December 5th at 8:00 am
Saturday, December 5th at 8:00 am
Located in the Squires Creek neighborhood,
off Five Forks Road & Woodruff Road:
6 Jester Court
Simpsonville, SC 29681
This is a HUGE sale, one you don’t want to miss
with something for everyone including:
• Gorgeous Hampton Bay high-top patio set• Christmas & inflatable yard decorations
• HUGE Disney Princess Castle Playhouse by Mega Bloks
• Mini ball pit/bounce house
• Spiral light-up gumball machine
• Lots of toys
• Scrapbooking/craft supplies, books
• Vera Bradley purses
• Crystal
• Silver platters
• Wine glasses
• Magnavox stereo with 3-disc CD changer
• Albums from the 60’s and 70’s
• Kitchen and bath items
• Bedding
• Furniture
• Wire shelving/racks--perfect for scrapbook room, sewing room, or garage!
• Wide format printer
• Computer accessories
• AMAZING laptop case
• Tools
• Pet carriers
• Lots more-too much to list!
If you have items you would like to donate, please contact Kaysi Leiterman ASAP to schedule a time to drop your items off.
(864) 284-0038 or Kaysi@charter.net
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Don't Let It End Like This! The Animals NEED YOUR LEGAL HELP RIGHT NOW!
It is with a heavy heart that we report the Loving Home Rescue and Adoption was shut down on by Greenville County Animal Control, who seized ALL of our animals, based on the complaints from a person who volunteered one day at the shelter. Apparently, upon seeing sick cats, the volunteer made complaints to Animal Control. Had this person voiced their concerns to us, we would have told them that the animals in question were being medically treated by our Vet (who had been to the Rescue that same day). Unfortunately, Animal Control did not bother to confirm with our Vet that the animals were being treated and removed them all. And to make things worse, they ended up euthanizing fourteen of the cats they seized and told us to sign over, so they could get “medical treatment.”
The dogs they took are still alive (we hope) and we want to get them out of there! Many of the animals they took are disabled, or seniors with medical conditions and we worry that they will not survive the stress of being misplaced.
We are reaching out to you in our GREATEST hour of need to ask if you can donate to our cause. We have hired an attorney and we will fight these allegations in a court of law in front of a jury of our peers. However, attorneys are costly, something a non-profit 501.3c, NO KILL animal rescue operated by a disabled VET does not have the funds for. Please contribute in any way you can!
Please Help Us Save These Animals!
• Call or email The Humane Society and voice your opinion on their actions. (animalcareservices@greenvillecounty.org (864) 242-3626 or (864) 467-3950)
• Urge them to return the animals to Loving Home where they will get the loving care they deserve and not killed because they are not the cute little puppies and kittens that everyone wants to take home.
• Contact the newspapers and local television stations and let them know what’s going on.
• Please spread the word about this awful situation to everyone you know!
If you would like to financially contribute, you can donate by Pay Pal by clicking on the Pay Pal link in the top right hand corner of our blog.
I shall be a believer of all that is good in man and of all that deserves in animals. I shall plead for their lives, campaign for their safety and uphold their right to a natural death. I shall seek out the injured and the maimed, the unloved, and the abandoned and tend to them in their last days. I shall not forget their place in the hierarchy of life, nor that do we walk in each other's paths. I shall bear witness to the wonder they bring into our lives and to the beauty they bestow upon our souls. I shall renew their spirits when they are waning, bind their wounds when they bleed, cradle them when they whimper, and comfort them when they mourn. I shall be near them in their hour of greatest need - a companion and friend when the time has come. I shall watch over them and console them and ask that the angels gather them in their arms. From the creatures of the earth I shall learn the fruits of compassion and undying love, and I shall be called the beloved of God. In their company I shall indeed be blessed. -Susan M. Pearson
The dogs they took are still alive (we hope) and we want to get them out of there! Many of the animals they took are disabled, or seniors with medical conditions and we worry that they will not survive the stress of being misplaced.
We are reaching out to you in our GREATEST hour of need to ask if you can donate to our cause. We have hired an attorney and we will fight these allegations in a court of law in front of a jury of our peers. However, attorneys are costly, something a non-profit 501.3c, NO KILL animal rescue operated by a disabled VET does not have the funds for. Please contribute in any way you can!
Please Help Us Save These Animals!
• Call or email The Humane Society and voice your opinion on their actions. (animalcareservices@greenvillecounty.org (864) 242-3626 or (864) 467-3950)
• Urge them to return the animals to Loving Home where they will get the loving care they deserve and not killed because they are not the cute little puppies and kittens that everyone wants to take home.
• Contact the newspapers and local television stations and let them know what’s going on.
• Please spread the word about this awful situation to everyone you know!
If you would like to financially contribute, you can donate by Pay Pal by clicking on the Pay Pal link in the top right hand corner of our blog.
A RESCUER’S CREED
I shall be a believer of all that is good in man and of all that deserves in animals. I shall plead for their lives, campaign for their safety and uphold their right to a natural death. I shall seek out the injured and the maimed, the unloved, and the abandoned and tend to them in their last days. I shall not forget their place in the hierarchy of life, nor that do we walk in each other's paths. I shall bear witness to the wonder they bring into our lives and to the beauty they bestow upon our souls. I shall renew their spirits when they are waning, bind their wounds when they bleed, cradle them when they whimper, and comfort them when they mourn. I shall be near them in their hour of greatest need - a companion and friend when the time has come. I shall watch over them and console them and ask that the angels gather them in their arms. From the creatures of the earth I shall learn the fruits of compassion and undying love, and I shall be called the beloved of God. In their company I shall indeed be blessed. -Susan M. Pearson
Friday, November 6, 2009
Very Sad News...No More Cats
We are sad to say that due to issues beyond our control, we will no longer be able to take in any kittens, cats or other felines.
We’ll keep you updated if and when our situation changes!
We’ll keep you updated if and when our situation changes!
Thursday, November 5, 2009
PLEASE HELP...Don’t Let Them Be Homeless For The Holidays!
Please Help Now!
Now more than ever, many people are facing one of the most devastating decisions of their lives, relinquishing their beloved family pets. These wonderful animals don’t have many options, but you can help them find new homes.Many people are being forced to choose between their animal companions and the roof over their heads, others are homeless and at a loss for how to care for their pets. Many people are returning their cats and dogs to shelters-these pets are the lucky ones. The cruel truth is that many pets will be dumped, abandoned and turned out onto the streets, while others will suffer hunger, neglect and abuse. Please help stop this brutal cycle.
At the Loving Home Rescue and Adoption shelter, we know that animals matter and contribute to the healthy vitality of our communities. Thanks to your generous support, Loving Home Rescue has rescued countless pets from crises, and assisted in the adoption of hundreds of animals over the past year. You can help us continue to save those pets most at risk.
Your gift can mean the difference between life and death for pets with nowhere else to turn. Please help. Even a small amount can go a long way for a pet in need.
If you are unable to contribute financially, please view our wish list below for items needed. Or you can Donate Your Time- We Need Volunteers!
WISH LIST:
• Cat Food
• Dog Food
• Metal Bowls
• Cat Litter
• Pea Gravel
• Mr. Clean Lemon Scent
• Kitten Food
• Litter Pans
• Balls & Ropes (Dogs Love Tug Of War!)
• Blankets, Towels, Pillows, Soft Bedding
• Scrap Lumber Of Any Kind
• Bleach
• Cleaning Supplies
• Trash Bags
• Dog or Cat Houses
• Dog or Cat Collars And Leashes
• Blankets
• Newspaper (Our animals like the comics section of the paper best)
Loving Home Rescue and Adoption
398 Parsons Road
Fountain Inn, SC 29644
(864) 399-2612
Ed1949@LovingHomeRescue.com
RESCUE HOURS:
Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 to 5:00
Saturday: 9:00 to 6:00
Sunday: 10:00 to 5:00
About Loving Home Rescue and Adoption:
Loving Home Rescue and Adoption is a non-profit 501.3c, NO-KILL animal rescue that cares for a variety of animals, including those who are disabled, seniors, and the ‘plain-Janes and average-Joes’- the ones with the awesome personalities who just can't compete with the cute little puppies and kittens that everyone wants to take home.
Located off Fairview Road in Fountain Inn, SC, our rescue relies entirely on donations, which are CRITICAL in our efforts to rescue animals from euthanasia, abuse, neglect and overpopulation. We spay and neuter our animals and ensure all their shots are up-to-date. The life of every animal that crosses our path is important to us.
VOLUNTEERS SAVE LIVES!
Loving Home Rescue and Adoption simply could not survive without the help of dedicated, caring animal lovers just like you who generously volunteer at the Loving Home Rescue. Our volunteers improve the quality of life of life for each and every homeless pet sheltered at the Loving Home Rescue and Adoption. Because we rely so much on the time and help offered by volunteers, the Loving Home Rescue and Adoption invites everyone from teenagers (16 years old and up) to retirees to join our volunteer corps. You can work as much or as a little as you prefer!
Ways Volunteers Help:
Adoption Center: Dog walking, socialization, feeding, cleaning, grooming, rescue, basic health care, training and obedience, adoption counseling, answering telephones, making follow-up phone calls to adopters, etc.
Administrative Assistant: Everyday, we have lots of administrative tasks that we simply can't get to; each vitally important to the achievement of our goal of saving more lives. Tasks include record keeping, answering telephones, filing, scheduling appointments, etc. Make and distribute flyers for events. Put your skills to work saving animals.
Corporate Support/Team Project Member: Employees from local companies give their time throughout the year for one-day projects that enhance the quality of life for our animals. If your company would like to help, please call (864) 399-2612.
Special Events/Fundraisers: You probably don't know this, but it costs us more than $500 to prepare the typical homeless pet for adoption. Special needs animals cost much, much more. Because we receive no government funding, we rely exclusively on individual donations and special events to support our lifesaving work. Volunteers aid our essential fundraising activities immensely; our events and even office work are always fun for everyone involved!
Social Media/Web Marketing: Help the Loving Home Rescue and Adoption build and manage our online community! Become part of a dedicated team of volunteers, spending time online promoting the Loving Home Rescue and Adoption's no-kill mission and causes. You won't even have to leave the house!
Dog Walker: Was more exercise on your agenda for 2009? It’s not too late to start! Get moving outdoors and provide exercise for our dogs. Take a dog for a walk or play ball in a fenced yard. By giving a dog some one-on-one attention, you are also helping with its socialization. It’s a very rewarding experience!
Community Liaison: Locate new donation box locations; pick up donation boxes from current locations.
Carpentry Projects: Put your carpentry skills to work! We are always looking for help with improvements to our rescue!
Volunteering at Loving Home Rescue and Adoption is just as therapeutic for you as it is for our animals, maybe more so!
Spending time with our kittens will make you feel like a kid again!
Help save a life!
Contact us today!
Please call (864) 399-2612 or visit our website at http://www.lovinghomerescue.com/.
Ways Volunteers Help:
Adoption Center: Dog walking, socialization, feeding, cleaning, grooming, rescue, basic health care, training and obedience, adoption counseling, answering telephones, making follow-up phone calls to adopters, etc.
Administrative Assistant: Everyday, we have lots of administrative tasks that we simply can't get to; each vitally important to the achievement of our goal of saving more lives. Tasks include record keeping, answering telephones, filing, scheduling appointments, etc. Make and distribute flyers for events. Put your skills to work saving animals.
Corporate Support/Team Project Member: Employees from local companies give their time throughout the year for one-day projects that enhance the quality of life for our animals. If your company would like to help, please call (864) 399-2612.
Special Events/Fundraisers: You probably don't know this, but it costs us more than $500 to prepare the typical homeless pet for adoption. Special needs animals cost much, much more. Because we receive no government funding, we rely exclusively on individual donations and special events to support our lifesaving work. Volunteers aid our essential fundraising activities immensely; our events and even office work are always fun for everyone involved!
Social Media/Web Marketing: Help the Loving Home Rescue and Adoption build and manage our online community! Become part of a dedicated team of volunteers, spending time online promoting the Loving Home Rescue and Adoption's no-kill mission and causes. You won't even have to leave the house!
Dog Walker: Was more exercise on your agenda for 2009? It’s not too late to start! Get moving outdoors and provide exercise for our dogs. Take a dog for a walk or play ball in a fenced yard. By giving a dog some one-on-one attention, you are also helping with its socialization. It’s a very rewarding experience!
Community Liaison: Locate new donation box locations; pick up donation boxes from current locations.
Carpentry Projects: Put your carpentry skills to work! We are always looking for help with improvements to our rescue!
Our Volunteers at Work:
Be a Dog Walker!
Volunteering at Loving Home Rescue and Adoption is just as therapeutic for you as it is for our animals, maybe more so!
Spending time with our kittens will make you feel like a kid again!
Help save a life!
Contact us today!
Please call (864) 399-2612 or visit our website at http://www.lovinghomerescue.com/.
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