TGIF! It's Friday and here in the clinic this morning we're celebrating "Bring yor dog to work day" (which actually is everyday when you work in a vet clinic)! Here are a few snapshots of the pups we're spending today with here in the office:
[One of our technicians, Katherine, and her Chocolate Labs, Bart and Bandelier (left). Dr. Jasek with her chihuahuas, Wiley and C.J. (Right)]
In case you missed it, here are some of the notable news stories this week from the animal world:
San Bernardino County to require spaying or neutering of pit bulls
More breed specific legislation came down this week. San Bernardino County is requiring mandatory spay and neutering for all pit bulls in the county over 4 months of age. The primary reason cited in this LA Times article is an increase in vicious attack on childern over the last 5 years- primarily by Pit Bulls. As you read this one, note that not ONCE do they ever mention whether those attacks were by UN-neutered/spayed animals.
ASPCA launches dog fighting DNA database
This week the ASPCA anounced the implementation of a DNA database for dogs found and seized from dog fighting investigations. The idea is to track geneology and find potential links between breeders and trainers. Check out the article over on Philly Dawg's site for more...
Photo package: Veterinarians combat the oil in the Gulf
This amazing collection of images from the recent BP disaster and the vet crew's efforts to save as much of the wildlife as possible.
Saving Sido: How one dog sparked a movement
This is an amazing recollection of Sido's court battle that eventually became a landmark case. Certainly goes to show the effort that goes into the fight to create social change, a MUST READ for all animal lovers!
Challenging the pet-food dogma
A very intresting interview with best selling author of various food exposes, Marion Nestle. In her latest book, "Feed Your Pet Right: The Authoritative Guide to Feeding Your Dog and Cat", she takes on the pet food industry. We've yet to read her book, but it looks very interesting! Let us know what you think...
Enjoy the reading and have a safe weekend. Enjoy the heat!
