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“Even as we try to think objectively about what animals are like, we are burdened with the need to justify our moral relations with them. We kill animals for food; we use them as experimental subjects in laboratories; we exploit them as sources of raw materials such as leather and wool; we keep them as work animals--the list goes on and on. These practices are to our advantage, and we intend to continue them. Thus, when we think about what the animals are like, we are motivated to conceive of them in ways that are compatible with treating them in these ways. If animals are conceived as intelligent, sensitive beings, these ways of treating them might seem monstrous. So humans have reason to resist thinking of them as intelligent or sensitive.” - David Inglis, John Bone & Rhoda Wilkie, Nature
The number of animals ready for adoption at the Shelter is 63. The Shelter still needs adopters. One day recently 20 dogs came into the shelter. The rescues and fosters jumped in and helped so there was a space for all.
The Nicole Inccroci Cat Sanctuary is up and running. Some terrific volunteers moved our current cages (scrubbed) to the second floor. Some new cage banks are on order and will be placed in the sanctuary when they arrive. The cats will be moved to the Sanctuary this week. As soon as possible, the Shelter will start receiving cats. There will be a dedication ceremony for the Sanctuary in the near future.
Moving the cats upstairs will allow the Shelter to reclaim the visitation room where potential adopters can meet, play with and select a forever dog or cat. If you are interested in a cat but can’t climb stairs, the Shelter staff can assist you by bringing cats of interest to the visitation room.
Rocko Jr. is a Chihuahua mix. He is tan and has a white chest and toes. Rocko is a cutie who is ready to be the protector of his own home.
Little Bit is an adult mixed breed. She is black with tan accents. Little Bit is a small dog with giant ears that spring out from the sides of her head and tip down on the ends. She is a total sweetheart.
Monster is a young Chihuahua. He is black with tan accents. Monster is a small dog with Chihuahua ears. He loves to be held.
Luna is a young Mixed Breed. She is black with tan accents and could easily be a cousin to Little Bit and Monster. Luna is medium-sized.
Whinney is a young Labrador Retriever. She is black and loves to be hugged. With a face like hers, Whinney will not have to worry about being hugged; she is very huggable.
Pickles is an adult Mixed Breed. He is brown and white and shaggy. Pickles is a little scared and would like to find a forever home as soon as possible.
Brandi is a young Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy. She is tan all over and is a great example of her breed. Brandi is large and hugging her is like wrapping your arms around an expensive suede jacket.
Miss Lady is a Mixed Breed puppy. She is tan with black highlights on her muzzle, ears and eyes, She will most likely grow to be a large adult.
Charley is a young Labrador mix. He is black and a little shaggier than most Labs. Charley has a very intelligent look and would love to learn some new tricks.
Blue is a young Mixed Breed. She is primarily white with patches of black and brown mix on each eye and on her back. Blue is medium-sized and seems to be a happy dog. Don’t you love the black spots on the tip of her nose?
Tia is a young Mixed Breed. She is jet black. Tia looks like there might be some Labrador in her bloodline. Tia means “Aunt” in Spanish. How about adding this “Aunt” to your family?
See these pets and many others on dyerhumane.org or petfinder.com and type 38024 zip. If you are a Facebook fan please like and share our shelter page, Dyersburg, TN Share for Rescue. The more exposure the animals receive the better the chances for adoption. Stop by The Pet Stop any day of the week to see a selection of shelter cats and kittens offered for adoption.
We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit and appreciate any and all donations. Specify who your donation is for with complete address where notification or acknowledgment should be sent and your complete address. We will do the rest. Categories are: The Beagley Fund (heart worm treatment for shelter pets only), General Fund, Champ Lewis Fund (monetary pet adoption assistance), Save a Life Makeover (professional clip and groom to make a pet more adoptable), Nicole Rae Incrocci Memorial Fund, Honorariums and Memorials. Please mail your check to the Dyersburg/Dyer County Humane Society, P.O. Box 223, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0223. Thank you for helping the animals.
The shelter is open to the public Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Closed to the public on Sunday. We are located at 1120 E. Court St. in Dyersburg and phone number is 731-285-4889.