Earlier this month, the Pennsylvania SPCA, investigated a tip about a cockfighting ring in Bernville, Berks County, PA. Subsequently, on August 7th, the PSPCA charged Jesus Manuel Rodriguez, Jr., 31, of Reading, with 10 felony counts of cruelty to animals for ownership of dozens of fighting … [Read more...]
PSPCA has found homes for 44 animals rescued from Berks County farm where cockfighting ring was busted
Out of the 111 animals rescued by the Pennsylvania SPCA at a Bernville farm where a cockfighting ring was busted last week, 44 now have found homes. 43 birds and one goat are living at their new homes. Three friendly dogs are still available for adoption. Jesus Manuel Rodriguez, Jr., 31, of … [Read more...]
PSPCA busts cockfighting ring at Berks County farm today. One person is arrested. Other animals rescued..
A cockfighting ring at a Berks County farm has been busted. The PSCPA is on scene as Humane Law Enforcement officers are rescuing 50-60 birds, one live goat, one deceased goat, a horse, and four dogs based on animal cruelty violations, according to the press release I received. There is … [Read more...]
SHARK holding Protests against Live Pigeon Shoots this Friday, August 1st – Sunday, August 3rd
This Friday, August 1st, is the beginning of a massive three-day long live pigeon shoot at Winge Pointe Hunting Resort, located in Shoemakersville, Berks County, PA. (You can click on Winge Pointe directions.) From August 1-4, emaciated and dehydrated birds that have been shipped by trucks for … [Read more...]
Should having a morbidly obese pet be considered animal cruelty or neglect?
Obesity in dogs and cats is rampant in the United States. Statistics from different groups including the AVMA (American Veterinarian Medical Assoication) have said at least 50% are overweight. This is a serious problem that needs to be addressed. Last week, I took my dog, Jazz, to my vet … [Read more...]
Amish- a forgiving and cruel community
Today marks the anniversary of the 2006 chilling murders of five Amish school girls at the West Nickel Mines School, Bart Township, Lancaster County, PA. The gunman, Charles Roberts IV, ordered all boys, three parents with infants and a pregnant woman to leave before barricading himself with the … [Read more...]