Glowing Pet Eyes—HP Has The Fix

July 18, 2007

Glowing Pet Eyes—HP Has The Fix

HP has a digital camera–the Photosmart R837–that will correct that glowing pet eye that happens when a flash is used. It’s done while the photo is still on the camera. (Note: Glowing eye is different from the red eye effect people get sometimes when flash is used because animals retinas are different from ours.)

The camera works by analyzing the area you select (the pet’s eye) and then correcting the glare while keeping the glint—the reflection from the surface of the pet’s eye. You can read more about how it works.

It looks like the camera does a pretty good job fixing the glow. The technology blog, Traveler 2.0, liked the Photosmart R837. I bet more cameras will come out with this feature.

July 17, 2007September 20, 2010

NFL’s Michael Vick Indicted In Relation To Dog Fighting

Michael Vick, quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons, has been indicted for conspiracy in relation to a dog fighting organization based on his property since 2001. I hope this send a message to people across the country that dog fighting won’t be tolerated. And I hope it raises awareness about this brutal crime.

The Michigan State University College of Law has a very informative page on dog fighting that covers the history, the training, the culture, the societal cost, the criminal links, laws and legal issues, and evidence, such as the drugs/vitamins/medical supplies used. You can also find out about the signs of dog fighting. And the Humane Society of the United States has a FAQ on dog fighting. (Note: None of the these pages have gruesome photos of dogs showing the barbarism of dog fighting. They do have a wealth of information.)

You can help make a change by educating yourself and by supporting these groups:

July 5, 2007

Dog Survives Three Days In River

This Golden Retriever mix somehow survived three days in the James River in Newport News, VA, and was finally rescued. His owners think he drowned, but the Peninsula SPCA is hoping his family contacts them soon.

Here’s video of his story.

July 2, 2007

New Law Means Many Florida Greyhounds Will Need Homes

A new law went into effect July 1st that means no more summer dog racing for the Melbourne Greyhound Track. As a result, 300-400 dogs will be needing homes. This is a gambling regulatory law, not an animal welfare law.

The sudden and large influx of greyhounds will heavily tax the resources of the Central Florida Chapter of Greyhound Pets of America—the greyhound adoption group that places dogs from the Melbourne Track. If you’re in Florida and were thinking of adopting a greyhound, this would be a great time. (Special thanks to Mike for the tip on this story!)

If you’re interested in greyhound adoption, and aren’t in Florida:

Greyhound Pets of America has chapters all over the US.
You can also find a comprehensive directory of greyhound rescue groups in the US, Canada, and Europe at The Greyhound Project, Inc.
And the National Greyhound Adoption Program is a large rescue and activist group.

If you think a greyhound might be right for you, be sure to check out this very informative manual on adopting a greyhound.(pdf) You can find more links to organizations and advice at Wikipedia.