When a shocking story is published, an inhumane experience recounted, or a heartbreaking photo seen, caring people naturally want to do something about it. THIS IS A GOOD THING. How we react to it, though, can make a big difference on whether we can actually bring about the change we seek. There are various ways you can […]
Pet Overpopulation: The Real Cause (and Solution)
Everyone these days seems to have an opinion on how we can lower the numbers of homeless pets that are lingering in shelters, euthanized due to competition for space, and begging for forever homes from rescues. I truly believe there is no magic elixir, no one perfect potion that would end our pet overpopulation challenges. There […]
Naperville: Due Diligence Needed on Issue of Retail Pet Sales
On Tuesday night, Naperville city council heard commentary on potential regulation of retail pet sales from 21 speakers over the course of 2 hours, interspersed with pointed questions by board members. Previously, the board requested city staff research the issue and provide recommendations. While having received a good deal of information, the board decided additional due diligence […]
Orland Park Mulls Pet Store Ordinance
On Monday evening, an Orland Park committee convened with a hot topic on the docket – namely, the sale of pets by pet stores within the town boundaries. After a few months of listening to experts explain the details of the symbiotic relationship between pet stores and the puppy mills they source their pets from, as well […]
