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seattleanimalwatch
Mar 11 min read
Seattle Urban Wildlife
In this post, we take a look at the Seattle Urban Carnivore Project, a joint effort between UW and the Woodland Park Zoo.
seattleanimalwatch
Feb 258 min read
A Call for Comprehensive Animal Welfare Planning in Seattle
Critical gaps in animal services planning will have a growing impact on Seattle as our population explodes.
seattleanimalwatch
Feb 252 min read
Extreme Weather and Companion Animals
Climate change is leading to extreme weather in many parts of the US. HB1012 is a bill addressing the response to extreme weather events.
seattleanimalwatch
Feb 102 min read
The Importance of Veterinary Telemedicine
The State of Washington has a failing Veterinary Care Accessibility Score of only 47/100. Seattle isn't much better.
seattleanimalwatch
Dec 21, 20231 min read
Introducing the International Rights of Nature Movement: Turtles and Rivers
An introduction to the “Rights of Nature Movement” currently being used to combat crises in the environment.
seattleanimalwatch
Dec 8, 20233 min read
Managing Community Cats - Legal and Policy Problems
Community cats are one of the areas that needs review in a long-overdue update of the Seattle Municipal Code's section on animals.
seattleanimalwatch
Nov 25, 20232 min read
Book Review: What it Takes to Save a Life by Dr. Kwane Stewart
Dr. Stewart reconnected with his profession when he started delivering free vet services to the homeless in San Diego.
seattleanimalwatch
Nov 24, 20232 min read
Is it an Animal Shelter or an Animal Rescue?
The decision to adopt an animal or provide support for a business helping animals should be made with some knowledge about the institution.
seattleanimalwatch
Nov 22, 20233 min read
Protecting Furry Family Members: Pet Daycare Businesses & You
What should customers know before handing over their furrry family members to a business for safekeeping?
seattleanimalwatch
Oct 28, 20234 min read
The City of Seattle and Animal Services: The (Quite Clear) Funding Message
A deeper dive into the City of Seattle's funding of Seattle Animal Services.
seattleanimalwatch
Oct 25, 20232 min read
Veterinary Social Work - a New(ish) Field
Veterinary Social Work (VSW) is gaining in recognition and popularity. Washington State University, known for its veterinary program,...
seattleanimalwatch
Oct 7, 20238 min read
Spotlight on Animal Welfare in Seattle: New Off-Leash Areas Planning Raises Concerns
By Jenn Scott Seattle Animal Watch believes that the City of Seattle needs integrated and comprehensive animal welfare planning. Animal...
seattleanimalwatch
Sep 29, 20233 min read
SAW IN ACTION: Exposing the Link Between Animal Cruelty and Domestic Violence
This past Sunday, Seattle Animal Watch participated in the Domestic Violence Sunday service at the Magnolia United Church of Christ by...
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