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25.04.2008 Honduras: Starving dog "artist" BANNED from Biennial !!!!!
Tierquäer-Künstler Vargaz rausgeworfen und darf nicht mehr mitmachen!!!!

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Is it true that a Central American artist used a starving dog in an art exhibit?

We are aware of this story and have asked our contacts in Central America for more information. According to local animal welfare organizations, the dog was in a state of starvation when he was captured from the street for display in the exhibit. We have also been informed that the dog spent one day in the exhibit and later escaped the gallery. We do not condone the actions of this so-called "artist," and condemn the use of live animals in exhibits such as this. An animal welfare organization in Honduras, where the next art show will be held, is keeping close watch on the case and assures us that the artist will not repeat his objectionable exhibit.

Sadly, thousands of street dogs in Central America are in as poor shape as this one. HSI works throughout the world to prevent the circumstances that allow such a tragic event to take place. We encourage you to learn more about our street animal welfare programs.


Hi Jewell,

Please know that we are aware of the situation and are working with
local ngos. According to our partner organizations in Central America,
the dog was in a state of starvation when he was captured from the
street for display. There is conflicting information, but we have heard
that the dog spent one day in the exhibit and later escaped the gallery.

The Honduran ngo that we have been working with has confirmed that the
Biennial organizers of the Honduran gallery have agreed to ban this
"artist" from the gallery.

The organizers have stated that they will
also include new competition rules that prohibit the abuse of animals.
We are keeping close watch on the case. If new information surfaces, we
will be updating our FAQ page at
http://www.hsus.org/contact_us/humane_society_international.html#Q_dog_artist.  


Beverly Kaskey
Senior Director, Hollywood Office of The HSUS
presenter of the Genesis Awards
And home of Animal Content in Entertainment (ACE)
Supporting Animal Content in All Media
818/501-2275
 
FASA,

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