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When Saving Lives Comes at a Cost: Examining the Unintended Consequences of the No-Kill Movement
The no-kill movement has reshaped animal sheltering across the United States, encouraging communities to prioritize lifesaving alternatives to euthanasia. However, concerns about animal overpopulation, overcrowded shelters, and public safety raise an important question: Are efforts to save every animal sometimes creating unintended consequences?
United Spay Alliance Featured in American Public Health Association Newsletter for Rabies Prevention Efforts
Ohio Animal Advocates (OAA) is proud to celebrate the national recognition of our partner organization, United Spay Alliance (USA), whose rabies prevention efforts were recently featured in the American Public Health Association (APHA) One Health Fall 2026 Newsletter.
Ohio Animal Advocates Earns 2026 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid
Ohio Animal Advocates is proud to announce that we have earned the 2026 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, the highest level of recognition awarded through its nonprofit transparency program. This achievement reflects our commitment to accountability, transparency, and sharing the impact of our work to improve animal welfare across Ohio.
Your Voice for Ohio’s Animals: Legislative Updates and How to Help
After summer recess, Ohio’s legislative session is back, and there are two legislative bills that OAA has been monitoring closely as they have a good chance of passing the finish line and being signed by the Governor! While SB 393 passed the Ohio Senate unanimously this summer and has been assigned to the House Judiciary Committee, there is still work to be done in the House before it becomes law.
Ohio Animal Advocates Publishes Position Statements on 12 Key Animal Welfare Issues
OAA is pleased to announce the publication of 12 official position statements addressing key animal welfare issues. These resources are now available to the public through the Media page on our website. Developed to clearly communicate where OAA stands on important issues affecting animals, these statements provide a foundation for informed advocacy, public education, and policy discussions.
Ohio Animal Foundation's Tackle Pet Hunger Campaign Helps Keep Pets and Families Together
For many families across central Ohio, rising living expenses and financial hardship can make it difficult to afford everyday necessities, including food for their pets. According to a report from the United Way of Central Ohio, nearly 40% of Ohio households fall below the ALICE threshold, which includes families living in poverty and working households struggling to make ends meet.
OAA Book of the Month - Denali’s New Life
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and OAA knows domestic violence affects animals too. This month’s book, Denali’s New Life, written by Karey Burek, PhD, and the Animal Welfare Institute, highlights a book that follows the true story of a dog named Denali, a dog that was severely impacted by domestic violence but found a new lease on life.
Miami County Animal Boarding Facility Ordered to Close for Five Years Following Dog's Death
Miami County animal boarding facility has been ordered to close for at least five years after a dog was attacked and killed while in its care. According to a Sept 22 report from the Dayton Daily News, Destinee C. Javier, owner and operator of Back to Eden Animal Boarding in Monroe Township, pleaded guilty to one count of animal cruelty following an investigation by the Miami County Animal Shelter.
Family Dog Travels 2,300 Miles, then Separated from Owners Following Immigration Detention
After traveling 2,300 miles with his family from Venezuela to the United States, a beloved dog named Simba is facing another heartbreaking separation. In 2022, Yurimar, her husband, their three children, and Simba traveled through Colombia, Central America, and Mexico, including the dangerous Darién Gap, seeking political asylum in the U.S. Determined to keep their dog with them.
Scratching Is Normal: Here’s How to Protect Your Furniture
Scratching is a normal part of being a cat, even when your furniture would prefer otherwise. Our partners at Give Them Ten and Scooter the Neutered Cat recently shared helpful tips for understanding why cats scratch and how cat owners can redirect the behavior to more appropriate places.
OAA Book of the Month - Nobody’s Cats: How One Little Black Kitty Came in From the Cold
Colder temperatures are around the corner, OAA knows how difficult it can be to see cats outdoors and wonder what you can do to help. That’s why we are highlighting a book that introduces young readers to community cats and how we can best support them through teamwork and education. Read about Nobody’s Cats: How One Little Black Kitty Came in From the Cold by Valerie Ingram and Alistair Schroff.
OAA Book of the Month - Community Cats: A Journey Into the World of Feral Cats
Community cats. Some people love them, while others may not understand them or why they’re here. As the seasons change and concerns about outdoor animals grow, OAA wanted to highlight a book for adult readers that takes a closer look at community cats through one person’s journey into TNVR (trap-neuter-vaccinate-return), backed by research and real-world experience.
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