by Kristina O'Keefe | Jan 31, 2019 | Animal Rescue
Pet overpopulation is an issue that plagues animal advocates and the shelters that house unwanted and abandoned pets. According to statistics gathered by ASPCA, approximately 6.5 million animals enter United States shelters every year. While it is estimated that 3.2...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Jan 8, 2019 | Wildlife
Animal control facilities communicate with citizens daily regarding wildlife related issues. While these are great opportunities to educate individuals on resolving animal conflict, it also raises awareness to the fact that we need to do more as a community to...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Nov 6, 2018 | Animal Rescue
Sitting on the couch looking at my dog and best friend, I am so filled with gratitude for all of the events that led to us finding each other, yet it makes me painfully aware that there are millions of dogs just like Huck sitting in shelters right now waiting to be...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Oct 12, 2016 | Animal Law
If you are a Massachusetts resident voting in the upcoming November 8, 2016 election then this post is for you! A majority YES vote on Question Three of the Massachusetts ballot, in November, will enact the Prevention of Farm Animal Cruelty Act. This Act will prevent...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Sep 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
“Good zoos are how humans make amends.” – Katherine Applegate Growing up, I always loved going to Southwick’s Zoo. It was different than the other zoos I had been to. The animals seemed well cared for and their enclosures were built with each animal in...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Aug 25, 2016 | Uncategorized
We have all been to a zoo only to find ourselves looking through smudged glass at a water monitor hiding in the corner of his or her exhibit, unable to move around freely with the water dish taking up most of the creature’s space. We have stood in front of the...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Dec 10, 2015 | Uncategorized
While dog walking etiquette isn’t a blinding animal welfare issue, it is something all dog owners and those without dogs should be aware of. We are all just as guilty of reaching out to pet a random dog on the sidewalk without asking, as we are guilty of...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Dec 8, 2015 | Uncategorized
Walking to the library last year in 11 degree weather with a windchill that was even colder, my friend looked at me truly distressed and asked, “How are all the animals staying warm? They must be so cold out there without a home!” In this post, we are...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Sep 24, 2015 | Uncategorized
Hopefully most of you have watched the video in the post titled “The Pain You Cannot See”. If you haven’t, I urge you to do so. As painful as viewing the cruelty displayed in the video might be, it is necessary to truly understand why circuses should...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Sep 22, 2015 | Uncategorized
Trumpets sound as red, blue, and green lights illuminate the crowd. The sweet smell of cotton candy and popcorn fills the air while an excited audience awaits the first act. Music blares as the ring master’s voice booms through the arena. The audience,...
