Thursday, October 13, 2011

New Study Says FDA Underestimated Seafood Contamination Risk After BP Oil Spill

A new study suggests that following the BP oil spill, the FDA "seriously underestimated the cancer risk from contaminants that can accumulate in seafood," according to a Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) press release.

The study, “Seafood Contamination After the BP Gulf Oil Spill and Risks to Vulnerable Populations: A Critique of the FDA Risk Assessment," was published this week in Environmental Health Perspectives. It found that the FDA allowed "up to 10,000 times too much contamination" and didn't identify the risks to children and pregnant women posed by contaminated seafood.

The NRDC has filed a petition with the FDA asking them to set an upper limit for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in seafood. The NRDC said PAHs can "cause cancer, birth defects, neurological delays and liver damage."

The study also found that the FDA's "scientific standards [in 2010] were less stringent than those used by the agency in the Exxon Valdez oil spill in Alaska, which occurred in 1989," according to OnEarth.

This is not the first time that the government's seafood testing standards in the Gulf have been questioned. Last December, a toxicologist with a team challenging the FDA's seafood testing said, the "FDA simply overlooked an important aspect of safety in their protocol," reported MSNBC.

An NRDC survey last year also found that Gulf residents were consuming seafood at rates "far higher than those being used by federal and state regulators to determine if contamination levels pose a risk to human health," according to The Times-Picayune.

Last summer, Stephen Colbert joked that his "mouth [was] watering already," after hearing that Gulf seafood "tested below the level of concern for health risks."

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

This Used to Be My Playground








Wednesday, September 7, 2011

"Pretty Slick" a film by James Fox

James Fox has created a wonderful documentary exposing the TRUTH about the BP Deepwater Horizon Catastrophe in our Gulf. I highly recommend you watch the preview below and share with the rest of the world. This film is an eye opener and will serve to help us, the residents of the Gulf...the victims to spread the word that the oil is still invading and we continue to suffer the consequences of their reprehensible actions (or lack there of).

God Bless America and thank you to James Fox for this work of art.

~ Denise Rednour
Gulf Resident - Activist - Photographer and Victim of the Deepwater Horizon Disaster




Friday, September 2, 2011

X-URGENT - Please Share - These Animals Die in About 1 hour!


65211 Time Up: Hound, Dog; Franklin, GA65211 Time Up: Hound, Dog; Franklin, GA

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Thank you very much – Networking saves lives!
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Heard County Animal Control Center
11818 GA Hwy 100
Franklin, GA 30217

Phone: 706-675-3570
Fax 706-675-3572

Hours: Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri 8:30-12:00 & 1:00-5:00
Wed and Sat 8:30-12:00
Closed Sundays and Holidays
http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/GA430.html

Pet ID First 4-5 numbers
TU = Time UP AP = Adoption Pending RP = Rescue Pending


NOT SAFE!! Just a big baby - needs a hug - such a handsome color too! $100 donation to approved GA licensed no-kill rescue! Volunteers who have seen him say he more like a Boxer than Staffie.

61411 Time Up: Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Dog; Franklin, GA
61411 Time Up
Staffordshire Bull Terrier $100 donation to approved no-kill GA licensed rescue
Medium • Adult • Male
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He is a handsome guy and is very friendly. He would be a good addition to your family.
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20524243


Sweet scared little guy
65011 Time Up: Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Dog; Franklin, GA
NOT SAFE!!
65011 Time Up
Staffordshire Bull Terrier: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Large • Adult • Male
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He is a very calm nice big guy that needs a loving family that will take good care of him. He doesn't deserve to be PTS because of ignorant people.
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20639993


The fear in his eyes just tears you up!

65211 Time Up: Hound, Dog; Franklin, GA65211 Time Up: Hound, Dog; Franklin, GA
NOT SAFE!!
65211 Time Up
Hound Mix: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Medium • Adult • Male
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He is a nice guy and very handsome . Needs a good home.
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20641669


68411 Time Up: American Staffordshire Terrier, Dog; Franklin, GA
68411 Time Up NOT SAFE!!
American Staffordshire Terrier Mix???: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Medium • Young • Male
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He is a stray and needs a good loving home. Very sweet.
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20711067


68011 Time Up Josie: American Staffordshire Terrier, Dog; Franklin, GA
NOT SAFE!!"Josie" Owner Turn in - deaf
She is an owner turn in and is Deaf. She is very sweet.
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20710897

68111 Time Up: American Staffordshire Terrier, Dog; Franklin, GA
NOT SAFE!! 68111 Time Up
American Staffordshire Terrier Mix??: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Medium • Young • Female
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She is a stray and needs a good loving home. Very sweet.

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20710946
Staff :"very sweet girl"

68311 Time Up: American Staffordshire Terrier, Dog; Franklin, GA
NOT SAFE!! 68311 Time Up
American Staffordshire Terrier Mix??: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Medium • Young • Female
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She is a stray and needs a good loving home. Very sweet.

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20711033

68211 Time Up: American Staffordshire Terrier, Dog; Franklin, GA
NOT SAFE!! 68211 Time Up
American Staffordshire Terrier Mix??: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Medium • Young • Male
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He is a stray and needs a good loving home. Very sweet.

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20711002

67011 Time Up: Boxer, Dog; Franklin, GA
NOT SAFE!! 67011 Time Up
Boxer Mix: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Large • Adult • Male
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He is a sweet dog but doesn't like little dogs. He needs a home with NO LITTLE DOGS.

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20677582


67711 Time Up: Hound, Dog; Franklin, GA
NOT SAFE!! 67711 Time Up
Hound/Labrador Retriever Mix: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Medium • Young • Male
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One of 3 young dogs who were dumped at a gentleman's house and he just couldn't keep them. They are very nice dogs and needs a loving family.

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20708629


67511 Time Up: Hound, Dog; Franklin, GA
NOT SAFE!!
One of 3 young dogs dumped at a gentleman's house and he just couldn't keep them. They are very nice dogs and needs a loving family.
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20708393

Looks like a Boxer.
67211 Time Up: Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Dog; Franklin, GA
NOT SAFE!! 67211 Time Up
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mix: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Medium • Young • Male
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He is a cute dog and has a great attitude. He needs a good home.

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20677884

69111 Time Up: Hound, Dog; Franklin, GA
NOT SAFE!!
She was a stray and the lady just couldn't keep her. She is a very sweet girl and would like a nice family.
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20731235


69911 Time Up: Labrador Retriever, Dog; Franklin, GA69911 Time Up: Labrador Retriever, Dog; Franklin, GA
69911 Time Up
NOT SAFE!!
Labrador Retriever/Shepherd Mix: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Large • Adult • Female
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She is a very friendly girl and very loving. She needs a family that will love and take care of her and keep her safe.
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20760393


69611 Time Up: Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Dog; Franklin, GA
69611 Time Up
NOT SAFE!!
Staffordshire Bull Terrier: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Large • Adult • Male
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He is a nice dog but needs some food to fatten him up. Needs a good loving home.
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20744277


70111 Time Up: Shepherd, Dog; Franklin, GA
70111 Time Up NOT SAFE!!
Shepherd Mix: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Medium • Young • Female
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She is very pretty and full of energy. She needs a place to run and a family that will teach her and play ball with her and give her lots and lots of LOVE.
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20761092


69411 Time Up: Chow Chow, Dog; Franklin, GA
69411 Time Up NOT SAFE!!
Chow Chow/Shepherd Mix: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Medium • Adult • Male
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He is a very sweet guy and likes love. He would make a very nice family friend.
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20740152


69511 Time Up: Labrador Retriever, Dog; Franklin, GA
69511 Time Up
NOT SAFE!!
Labrador Retriever Mix: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA
Medium • Young • Male
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He is a very cute pup and needs a family that will play with him and love him.
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20740529



ADOPTERS
Call and speak to Kaylene or Angela to get total adoption fee which will include rabies and spay/neuter. Western Union the fee and they will take your dog or cat to the vet for you. You will need to arrange to have your pet picked up from the shelter ASAP after he or she returns from the vet. If you need transportation assistance contact volunteer Emily at
cherryharleytransports@fastmail.fm
cherryharleytransports (@fastmail. fm)


RESCUES
A Georgia license is required to rescue from Heard Co. Please fax your paperwork and follow up with a phone call to put a hold on a specific animal(s). If you do not have a GA license contact one of the volunteers below and they will put you in touch with GA rescues who may be able to help you. Phone: 706-675-3570 Fax 706-675-3572


VOLUNTEERS
Heard Co has almost no volunteers on the ground. Two ladies, sometimes with the help of a trustee, do the intake, petfinder, feeding, cleaning, transport to vet, release, and euthanizing. If you can help out by visiting Heard and photographing and interacting with the animals please reply to the current volunteers:


Emily cherryharleytransports@fastmail.fm
cherryharleytransports (@fastmail. fm)

Joan mcnewappraisals@gmail.com
mcnewappraisals @gmail.com

Jennifer jen_mcnew@yahoo.com
Jennifer jen_mcnew @yahoo.com



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PLEASE PASS THIS ALONG QUICKLY!!
Thank you very much – Networking saves lives!
PLEASE DO NOT POST TO CRAIGSLIST
Please contact the shelter or the person(s) listed below
Please do not hit “reply”.


"There is no disease or condition of companion animals that takes more of their lives than euthanasia."

-Janet M. Scarlett, DVM, MPH, PhD, Professor of Epidemiology at Cornell University


It is just like man's vanity and impertinence to call an animal dumb because it is dumb to his dull perceptions. ~Mark Twain

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

To All My "Girl" Friends

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:

I don't want to brag or make anyone jealous or anything,



but I can still fit into the earrings I wore in high school.




National Girlfriend and Sister's Week
I am only as strong as the coffee I drink, the hairspray I use, and the friends I have.
To the cool women who have touched my life. Here's to you!


National Girlfriends Day

If you get this twice , you know you have more than one girlfriend.
Be Happy!
PLEASE PASS THIS ON TO ALL YOUR GIRLFRIENDS AND RETURN IT TO THE FRIEND WHO SENT IT TO YOU
It is good to be a woman:

1. We got off the Titanic first.
2. We can scare male bosses with mysterious gynecological disorder excuses.
3. Taxis stop for us.
4. We don 't look like a frog in a blender when dancing.
5. No fashion faux pas we make could ever rival the Speedo.
6. We don 't have to pass gas to amuse ourselves.
7. If we forget to shave, no one has to know.
8. We can congratulate our teammate without ever touching her rear end.
9. We never have to reach down every so often to make sure our privates are still there.
10. We have the ability to dress ourselves.
11. We can talk to the opposite sex without having to picture them naked.
12. If we marry someone 20 years younger, we are aware that we will look like an idiot.
13. We will never regret piercing our ears.
14. There are times when chocolate really can solve all your problems.
15. We can make comments about how silly men are in their presence because they aren't listening anyway.

Send this to all the bright women you know and make their day!!!!!
Love ya! Mean it!

Friday, August 19, 2011

Call 706-675-3570 within the hour to save any of these animals!!!!!!


61411 Time Up - Rescue may have bailed on this boy they will be euthanizing him at 4PM $100 to approved no-kill rescue.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20524243

PLEASE PASS THIS ALONG QUICKLY!! Thank you very much – Networking saves lives! PLEASE DO NOT POST TO CRAIGSLIST Please contact the shelter or the person(s) listed below Please do not hit “reply”.

These kitties have been held over until the shelter became full - so they are on the euthanasia list for today.

PLEASE HELP THESE CATS/KITTENS NEED COMMITMENT ON OR BEFORE

8-19-11 TO INSURE THERE SAFETY, PLEASE IF YOU CAN RESCUE OR ADOPT CONTACT KAYLENE AT THE SHELTER AT: 706-675-3570
THANK YOU FOR YOUR ON GOING SUPPORT AND PLEASE BE SO KIND AND SHARE THESE GUYS, THANKS!

51611 Time Up 1 babies's Info...

Breed:CalicoColor:Calico Or Dilute CalicoAge:Adult
Sex:FemaleHair:Short
51611 Time Up 1 babies's Story... She is a nice girl and needs a good home. Will she and her new baby die here. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20213594
Adopt a Pet ::  51611 Time Up 1 babies - Franklin, GA -  CalicoMix

60911 Time Up Feral's Info...

Breed:Domestic MediumhairColor:Orange Or Red TabbyAge:Adult
Sex:MaleHair:Medium
60911 Time Up Feral's Story... Feral and don't know what sex. He is handsome! Feral kitties are basically fearful of people and can come around with time. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20497078
Adopt a Pet ::  60911 Time Up Feral - Franklin, GA -  Domestic MediumhairMix

61511 Time Up's Info...

Breed:CalicoColor:Calico Or Dilute CalicoAge:Kitten
Sex:FemaleHair:Short
61511 Time Up's Story... She is a beautiful kitten and needs a loving home, http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20524297
Adopt a Pet ::  61511 Time Up - Franklin, GA -  CalicoMix

61111 Time Up Feral's Info...

Breed:Domestic ShorthairColor:Gray Or BlueAge:Adult
Sex:MaleHair:Short
61111 Time Up Feral's Story... He is a very handsome guy but doesn't trust people. He needs a loving family that understands him. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20534562
Adopt a Pet ::  61111 Time Up Feral - Franklin, GA -  Domestic ShorthairMix

62411-62711 Time Up's Info...

Breed:Domestic ShorthairColor:Gray, Blue Or Silver TabbyAge:Kitten
Sex:FemaleHair:Short
62411-62711 Time Up's Story... These teen age kittens are just as cute as can be and deserve a loving home and family to call their own http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20575060
Adopt a Pet ::  62411-62711 Time Up - Franklin, GA -  Domestic ShorthairMix

57311-57411 Time Up's Info...

Breed:Domestic ShorthairColor:Gray, Blue Or Silver TabbyAge:Kitten
Sex:MaleHair:Short
57311-57411 Time Up's Story... This brother and sister are cute kittens and they need a good home and loving family. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20428063
Adopt a Pet ::  57311-57411 Time Up - Franklin, GA -  Domestic ShorthairMix

57511 Time Up's Info...

Breed:Domestic ShorthairColor:Gray, Blue Or Silver TabbyAge:Kitten
Sex:MaleHair:Short
57511 Time Up's Story... He is a cute kitten and wants a loving family. UPDATE - has been here several weeks - will be euthanized today if no one helps him http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20428094
Adopt a Pet ::  57511 Time Up - Franklin, GA -  Domestic ShorthairMix

57911 Time Up's Info...

Breed:Domestic ShorthairColor:Gray, Blue Or Silver TabbyAge:Kitten
Sex:FemaleHair:Short
57911 Time Up's Story... She is a cutie and has a pretty little face. She will make a loving family addition. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20428395
Adopt a Pet ::  57911 Time Up - Franklin, GA -  Domestic ShorthairMix

58911 Time Up's Info...Check with shelter for Update

Breed:Domestic ShorthairColor:Gray, Blue Or Silver TabbyAge:Kitten
Sex:MaleHair:Short
58911 Time Up's Story... He is a cute kitten and we are waiting on the owner. This kitten came in with the 3 siblings
Adopt a Pet ::  58911 Time Up - Franklin, GA -  Domestic ShorthairMix

59311 Time Up's Info...

Check with shelter for Update

Breed:Domestic ShorthairColor:Orange Or Red TabbyAge:Kitten
Sex:MaleHair:Short
59311 Time Up's Story... He is a very cute kitten and was found on the side of a busy road. He would like a family that will keep him safe
Adopt a Pet ::  59311 Time Up - Franklin, GA -  Domestic ShorthairMix

59911-60311 Time Up's Info...A new photo is in order - Black cats have a hard enough time getting adopted - she must be much prettier than this - she is likely as delightful as my new black kitty

Breed:Domestic ShorthairColor:Black (All)Age:Adult
Sex:FemaleHair:Short
59911-60311 Time Up's Story... This mom and babies need a place to go. They need a loving home http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20484503
Adopt a Pet ::  59911-60311 Time Up - Franklin, GA -  Domestic ShorthairMix

60411-60711 Time Up's Info...

Breed:Domestic ShorthairColor:Calico Or Dilute CalicoAge:Kitten
Sex:FemaleHair:Short

I am up to date with shots.

60411-60711 Time Up's Story... They are cute kittens and need a loving home and family. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20496904
Adopt a Pet ::  60411-60711 Time Up - Franklin, GA -  Domestic ShorthairMix

60811 Time Up Feral's Info...

Breed:Domestic MediumhairColor:Black & White Or TuxedoAge:Adult
Sex:FemaleHair:Medium
60811 Time Up Feral's Story... He is a little scared but with some time he will be a nice friend. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20497043
Adopt a Pet ::  60811 Time Up Feral - Franklin, GA -  Domestic MediumhairMix

Heard County Animal Control Center 11818 Ga Hwy 100 Franklin, GA 30217 Phone: 706-675-3570

http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/GA430.html

PLEASE HELP THESE DOGS NEED COMMITMENT ON OR BEFORE
8-19-11 TO INSURE THERE SAFETY, PLEASE IF YOU CAN RESCUE OR ADOPT CONTACT KAYLENE AT THE SHELTER AT: 706-675-3570
THANK YOU FOR YOUR ONGOING SUPPORT AND PLEASE BE SO KIND AND SHARE THESE GUYS, THANKS

59111 Time Up "SnowBall"'s Info...

Breed:American Pit Bull TerrierColor:WhiteAge:Adult
Size:Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)Sex:Female

I am purebred.

59111 Time Up "SnowBall"'s Story... This girls owner moved off and left her chained. She is blind in her right eye. She needs a good loving home. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20456225
Adopt a Pet ::  59111 Time Up

59811 Time Up's Info...

Breed:Labrador Retriever MixColor:Brown/ChocolateAge:Adult
Size:Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)Sex:Male

I am good with dogs.

59811 Time Up's Story... This boy is big,sweet, strong and lots of energy ( i.e.lots of fun)He would make a nice family addition http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20484423
Adopt a Pet ::  59811 Time Up - Franklin, GA -  Labrador RetrieverMix

62011 Time Up's Info...

Breed:Shepherd (Unknown Type) MixColor:Brown/Chocolate - With BlackAge:Adult
Size:Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)Sex:Female
62011 Time Up's Story... She is a nice friendly girl and needs a loving home. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20573842
Adopt a Pet ::  62011 Time Up - Franklin, GA -  Shepherd (Unknown Type)Mix

61911 Time Up's Info...Baby here!

Breed:Terrier (Unknown Type, Small) MixColor:White - With BlackAge:Puppy
Size:Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or lessSex:Female

I am up to date with shots.

61911 Time Up's Story... She is a little on the thin side and would like to have a family that will lover her and not dump her like a piece of garbage. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20562716
Adopt a Pet ::  61911 Time Up - Franklin, GA -  Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)Mix
64311 Time Up

Shepherd/Husky Mix: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20609610
Medium • Young • Female
She is # 62211 & 63911 sister. This girl is scared and she needs someone that has the time and is willing to socialize her. She is very pretty and needs some love.
"I want to go home".
64311 Time Up: Shepherd, Dog; Franklin, GA
65111 Time Up: Husky, Dog; Franklin, GA 65111 Time Up Husky/Shepherd Mix: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA Medium • Young • Female Email a friend Printer friendly Share on Twitter Share on Facebook She is # 62211.63911, 64311 64611 & 64811 sister. This girl is scared and she needs someone that has the time and is willing to socialize her. She is very pretty and needs some love. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20641250 65011 Time Up: Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Dog; Franklin, GA 65011 Time Up Staffordshire Bull Terrier: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA Large • Adult • Male Email a friend Printer friendly Share on Twitter Share on Facebook He is a very calm nice big guy that needs a loving family that will take good care of him. He doesn't deserve to be PTS because of ignorant people. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20639993 64811 Time Up: Husky, Dog; Franklin, GA 64811 Time Up Husky/Shepherd Mix: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA Medium • Young • Female Email a friend Printer friendly Share on Twitter Share on Facebook She is # 62211.63911, 64311 & 64611 sister. This girl is scared and she needs someone that has the time and is willing to socialize her. She is very pretty and needs some love. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20629191 65211 Time Up: Hound, Dog; Franklin, GA65211 Time Up: Hound, Dog; Franklin, GA 65211 Time Up Hound Mix: An adoptable dog in Franklin, GA Medium • Adult • Male Email a friend Printer friendly Share on Twitter Share on Facebook He is a nice guy and very hansom . Needs a good home. http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20641669
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