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...
