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VANCOUVER, British Columbia – The 100 dogs were shot dead over two days after an expected post-Olympics boon in dogsledding business at an adventure company didn't pan out. Most died instantly, but others suffered — like the one that ran away with its "face blown off and an eye hanging out."

The gruesome event was described in documents awarding compensation to a worker, who claimed post-traumatic stress disorder for having to shoot the dogs after bookings dropped sharply for a tour operator following the 2010 Winter Olympics.

"He had to chase her down and finish her off," Marcie Moriarty, general manager of cruelty investigations for the B.C. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, said of the wounded down that was run down and slain.

Moriarty said the slaughter left her sickened and said it is the worst investigation she's ever done. Both the British Columbia SPCA and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police are investigating the slaughter.

Moriarty said all the other dogs would have seen the incident in which the one dog did not die instantly from the single gunshot to the head and ran away from the worker.

"There aren't words to really describe some of the ways these dogs died," she said. "We don't put cows down like that. Slaughterhouses have very strict rules for how supposed culling takes place. This violated every one of them."

An employee of Outdoor Adventures Whistler was awarded compensation in a ruling by WorkSafe BC, the provincial body that manages workers' compensation claims. Outdoor Adventures did not contest the man's compensation claims.

The WorkSafe documents are confidential, but Moriarty has read them as part of the society's investigation.

Moriarty said it is likely the individual who will be facing charges and not the company.

"Obviously we would like to lay charges as soon as possible," she said. "We are looking at the particular individual. Whether the company is liable, I don't know. Morally, yes."

The Vancouver Sun has learned the 38-year-old employee of Outdoor Adventures who killed 100 sled dogs in Whistler approached the BC SPCA on two separate occasions asking for its help in finding adoptive homes for some of the company’s dogs.

Both times he was rebuffed.

Officials at the animal protection agency said they didn’t realize the dogs would be brutally slaughtered. But they said they told the man the dogs would not make good pets and were not adoptable.

Senior animal protection officer Eileen Drever confirmed she was contacted last spring by the man, but can’t recall if it was in April or May. The cull happened on April 21 and April 23, 2010.

She said she first learned of the cull last Friday when a WorkSafeBC report providing details of the “execution-style” killings of the sled dogs became public. The report said they were destroyed for economic reasons.

“What happened last spring is [the employee who did the cull] contacted me and complained about some of the conditions of the dogs and I was supposed to go up there and check.”

“I spoke to the owner Joey Houssian and he provided me with a copy of the veterinarian’s report.”

She said she was satisfied with the vet’s report and did not feel it was necessary to go to Whistler and do an on-site inspection herself.

“[The employee] didn’t advise me he was going to kill any dogs. He was looking to find homes. I spoke to an animal behaviourist who is also a vet and she spoke with an expert in the [United] States who said [the sled dogs] weren’t adoptable,” said Drever.

Asked if she told the man the SPCA would not help place the dogs last spring she answered, “I believe so.”

Read more: http://www.vancouversun.com/business/ki ... y.html#ixzz1CsoQD8Nu

Author:	trekkie [ February 3rd, 2011, 1:39 am ]
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Quote: VANCOUVER, British Columbia – The 100 dogs were shot dead over two days after an expected post-Olympics boon in dogsledding business at an adventure company didn't pan out. Most died instantly, but others suffered — like the one that ran away with its "face blown off and an eye hanging out." The gruesome event was described in documents awarding compensation to a worker, who claimed post-traumatic stress disorder for having to shoot the dogs after bookings dropped sharply for a tour operator following the 2010 Winter Olympics. "He had to chase her down and finish her off," Marcie Moriarty, general manager of cruelty investigations for the B.C. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, said of the wounded down that was run down and slain. Moriarty said the slaughter left her sickened and said it is the worst investigation she's ever done. Both the British Columbia SPCA and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police are investigating the slaughter. Moriarty said all the other dogs would have seen the incident in which the one dog did not die instantly from the single gunshot to the head and ran away from the worker. "There aren't words to really describe some of the ways these dogs died," she said. "We don't put cows down like that. Slaughterhouses have very strict rules for how supposed culling takes place. This violated every one of them." An employee of Outdoor Adventures Whistler was awarded compensation in a ruling by WorkSafe BC, the provincial body that manages workers' compensation claims. Outdoor Adventures did not contest the man's compensation claims. The WorkSafe documents are confidential, but Moriarty has read them as part of the society's investigation. Moriarty said it is likely the individual who will be facing charges and not the company. "Obviously we would like to lay charges as soon as possible," she said. "We are looking at the particular individual. Whether the company is liable, I don't know. Morally, yes." http://www.vancouversun.com/business/ki ... s/4206360/story.html so in short, man killed 100 dogs because his company was not doing well. now before pointing fingers, supposedly the man did try to find the dogs home. however, the SPCA said they could not take them because they could not be adopted. Quote: The Vancouver Sun has learned the 38-year-old employee of Outdoor Adventures who killed 100 sled dogs in Whistler approached the BC SPCA on two separate occasions asking for its help in finding adoptive homes for some of the company’s dogs. Both times he was rebuffed. Officials at the animal protection agency said they didn’t realize the dogs would be brutally slaughtered. But they said they told the man the dogs would not make good pets and were not adoptable. Senior animal protection officer Eileen Drever confirmed she was contacted last spring by the man, but can’t recall if it was in April or May. The cull happened on April 21 and April 23, 2010. She said she first learned of the cull last Friday when a WorkSafeBC report providing details of the “execution-style” killings of the sled dogs became public. The report said they were destroyed for economic reasons. “What happened last spring is [the employee who did the cull] contacted me and complained about some of the conditions of the dogs and I was supposed to go up there and check.” “I spoke to the owner Joey Houssian and he provided me with a copy of the veterinarian’s report.” She said she was satisfied with the vet’s report and did not feel it was necessary to go to Whistler and do an on-site inspection herself. “[The employee] didn’t advise me he was going to kill any dogs. He was looking to find homes. I spoke to an animal behaviourist who is also a vet and she spoke with an expert in the [United] States who said [the sled dogs] weren’t adoptable,” said Drever. Asked if she told the man the SPCA would not help place the dogs last spring she answered, “I believe so.” Read more: http://www.vancouversun.com/business/ki ... y.html#ixzz1CsoQD8Nu Although i would say that if he did give them away, they would have probably been euthanize anyway. watch as PETA goes nutz.

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Author:	Fanaticism [ February 3rd, 2011, 2:08 am ]
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PETA has no room to go nuts about this, as they euthanize 2/3s of all animals that come into their care, This is a known fact. While I read this I actually had my fist clenched in anger... While the man did try to find homes for them he apparently only made two attempts at it, and there are many more options then going to the spca... Here's a link to a tv show (I dunno if its still running) About PETA and their "Ethical" treatment of animals... There is quite a lot of vulgarity in this and a few things that might make your stomach turn from the things you'll hear. Some of you may have seen this show and know how amazing it is. edit: As I'm watching this I see pieces missing... and I hope the part of them talking about PETA buying industrial sized freezers animals Part one Part Two Part Three

Author:	trekkie [ February 3rd, 2011, 2:28 am ]
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yes yes i have seen that show and quite frankly, many peta members care more about the tiny hampster than another human being.

Author:	Duke Juker [ February 3rd, 2011, 5:25 am ]
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There's just so many animals out there and it's hard to take care of them all. I can see this guy doing what he did, though I still don't approve. If he would have said straight up "I will keel these dogs if you don't take them..." that probably would have got a response. But as it is, it is always a problem to deal with too many pets at once, whether you're a company or the humane society.

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Author:	Warren [ February 3rd, 2011, 4:23 pm ]
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I don't see why this is a big deal? 100 dogs were killed... compared to how many others get killed and we pay to be killed when it's not necessary. Just cuz they're dogs doesn't mean you shouldn't be allowed to kill them period. Many people enjoy shooting animals with guns during hunting... my cousins will seriously run and grab a gun and run outside if they see any birds that they're allowed to kill... not that I think hunters only kill what they're allowed to. Not that I offer my criticism to it but they distance themselves from anyone who would in the first place. They justify it because they don't suffer through death (not that that is the only problem with it imo..). I don't know why I'm going on it but I think generally people think this dog slaughter is horrible but are okay with or even like hunting... they seem nearly the same thing. Maybe if it was like.. put them all into a pen and then one by one kill them with them hopelessly awaiting their turn then that would be how it differs but wouldn't that be a similar situation to a slaughter house or fur trade place or even some personal hunting situations and things like the seal hunt (doesn't the Canadian government support that? XD) Quote: PETA has no room to go nuts about this, as they euthanize 2/3s of all animals that come into their care, This is a known fact. Well are they [officially] angry over that 100 dogs were killed or the way they were killed? I assume 10/10 animals that come into their custody are abused in some way or another so I would think that it is good that they are taken out of those situations. And since "euthanized" is used I assume it is humanely, I think it is also good that they aren't locked up in a cage the rest of their lives in horrible conditions cuz that's kind of dumb.. rescued from abuse only to be put in horrible conditions. Because it's not like they financially can provide for them and it's not like homes can be found for them all since it doesn't seem that stores selling animals or breeders are having a horrible time getting business.

Author:	colinsoccer123 [ February 11th, 2011, 8:49 pm ]
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Well animal welfare laws are in place for a reason, it's cruel to treat animals badly and in this case the guy obviously did, by culling them in an inhumane way, and he should be punished. At the same time, however, I see no issue with culling animals if they otherwise would be treated badly, or for food or whatnot. This guy should really have planned out what to do with his dogs if his business failed though..worst planning ever.

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Author:	Warren [ February 12th, 2011, 1:55 am ]
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Lol they were shot, a lot more humane than how a lot of animals die when they are made into food.

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