Saturday, February 23, 2013
LifeLine Animal Project has already secured the contract to run the Fulton County shelter and is the only bidder for the DeKalb shelter.
LifeLine Animal Project, a private no-kill animal shelter based in Avondale Estates, is rapidly expanding. LifeLine already obtained the contract to operate the Fulton County shelter and is seeking the contract to run the DeKalb shelter. Both shelters have been criticized for high euthanasia rates and conditions. Rebecca Guinn, Lifeline executive director, hopes to change that. "It's our goal to move both toward no-kill," Guinn said, "but that's not something that can happen overnight." Guinn said LifeLine was the only bidder to run the DeKalb animal shelter, where LifeLine already provides veterinarian services. The DeKalb Board of Commissioners meets Tuesday but it's unclear if the board will make a decision then. "DeKalb has not …
Monday, September 17, 2012
When it comes to looking for love, even finding your perfect pet partner can be done online or off.
Adopting a pet is a big decision and many people count it as one of more pleasant and rewarding ways to enhance their lives and bring unconditional love into their home. But where to start? First off, reach around and pat yourself on the back if you've decided to adopt a homeless pet. Statistics peg the euthanasia rate in the Atlanta metro area at 60,000- 80,000 dogs and cats annually, one of the highest rates of any U.S. city. These dogs, cats, puppies and kittens are almost all put to death for one reason and one reason only: they don't have a home. The simple act of adopting a pet makes you a life saver. And don't worry if you have a specific breed you prefer over another. Twenty-five percent of all pets in shelters are purebreds. Also…
Monday, February 6, 2012
To fix or not to fix? That is the question. February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month and veterinarians and advocates have answers and aid for unsure pet owners.
Being a pet owner involves making all kinds of choices. Some are fun, like what to name your new dog or cat or what kind of holiday costume to dress your pet in before you put their photo on Facebook. Some decisions are more practical, like training and healthcare. Deciding to spay or neuter your pet is one of the single most important decisions you can make. Most people are aware that it's the responsible thing to do and provides tangible benefits to both animals and owners. Yet some pet owners are still reluctant to take the actual step of getting their dog or cat fixed. Why? They might be unsure for a number of reasons but the most common often fall into one of four categories: 1.) I believe leaving my pet intact is more natural. If by…
A Decatur Mom
2:00 pm on Saturday, February 23, 2013
My daughter has volunteered with Lifeline and it's an impressive organization. Hope this works out. more ›