Ohio Man Convicted of Felony Dogfighting Activities
February 17, 2012
Following a nine-month investigation and a multi-day trial, a Jefferson County jury has convicted Sherman Bell on one felony count of possessing and training dogs for dogfighting.
Dog Bites Anchorwoman on Live TV
February 17, 2012
We can’t expect dogs to know what we’re thinking, nor vice versa, but we can meet them half way by tuning in to their body language and responding accordingly.
Two Competing New York Bills Affect Shelter Pets
February 16, 2012
A competing bill, sponsored by state Rep. Amy Paulin and backed by the ASPCA, that would that would, instead, allow New York State shelters to kill animals immediately if staff determine that the animals are in “psychological pain.”
Ohio Moves to Reverse Pit Bull Classification
February 10, 2012
The Ohio Senate voted 27-5 Tuesday to repeal the breed-specific language in the Ohio Revised Code. The House voted 67-30 on Wednesday to agree to Senate changes to the legislation. If Governor John Kasich signs on, then dogs who are considered to be pit bulls will no longer be automatically classified as “vicious animals.”
StubbyDog Facebook Timeline Backgrounds
February 6, 2012
If you are going to switch over to Facebook’s timeline, show your support of StubbyDog by showcasing one of our four timeline backgrounds. Get the message out and help people rediscover pit bulls as lifelong friends.
StubbyDog Charms
February 3, 2012
We are thrilled to announce our very own StubbyDog charms, created by Sunz Jewelz. Give a wonderful gift for someone or give a gift for yourself and show your support of StubbyDog by ordering a StubbyDog charm.
Turning Tragedy Into Activism for the Dogs
February 2, 2012
But this tragedy is not the end of the story. It’s only part of the battle to end fear-based discrimination against pit bulls or dogs that resemble pit bulls. Here’s what you can do:
StubbyDog Shelter Essay Contest – Winners Announced!
February 1, 2012
Throughout the month of February, StubbyDog will be celebrating such shelters as well as looking at how other shelters can improve. To kick things off, we held an essay contest, where we asked you to share what your local shelter means to you.
Double Tragedy for Actor and His Dog
January 28, 2012
The New York Post reported that struggling soap opera actor Nick Santino committed suicide after euthanizing his pet pit bull, Rocco. Nick was facing complaints, fines and pressure from neighbors and management after his complex banned pit bulls.
Introducing Your Furry Friends
January 24, 2012
If you’ve decided your stubby dog is ready for a new friend (see “Adding a Furry Friend”), it’s important to implement a smart introduction plan that ensures the best chance of success. You’ve got years ahead of you with your animals, so spending this relatively short time ensuring that their friendship starts off on the right paw is well worth it!
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