Stop Animal Cruelty in Hot Spring & Garland Counties - Arkansas

10/23/2026

Some important tax info we just received:

As I was taking my 2026 tax refresher course, I learned the following:

For the 2026 tax year, charitable deduction rules have changed significantly under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), impacting both people who take the standard deduction and those who itemize.

For Non-Itemizers (Standard Deduction) 57% of the population.
Cash Deduction: An above-the-line deduction is available up to $1,000 for single filers or $2,000 for married couples filing jointly, applying strictly to cash gifts to qualified 501(c)(3) public charities. Non-cash property, private foundations, and DAFs are excluded.

This is great news for non profits that we really need to educate and promote!

Donors can deduct $1,000(single) or $2,000(married) charitable contributions to nonprofits and it directly reduces their 2026 taxable income. For people in the 22% tax bracket that could be a $220 savings.

I was so excited to hear this that I had to share. You may already have known this, but I think it is worth sharing with everyone.

Share in your newsletter and page with the QR scan code to donate.

I am trying to tell all my favorite nonprofits!
❤️
Carolyn

10/12/2026

Brick City Outlaw

🚨Hot Spring County is still searching for answers🚨
Cash disbanded the K-9 unit shortly after taking office.
[SIMPLE QUESTION: WHY?]
Luky had been bought with drug-seizure funds.
[CANT BLAME TAX DOLLARS]
Luky was placed with Deputy Michael Morgan, (who was not a trained handler).
[WHY?]
On about July 23, 2017, Luky(only 3 years old) was found dead, chained up in Morgan's backyard in 98-degree heat with empty food and water bowls.
[MORGAN SAYS HE WAS FED AND WATERED THAT MORNING... LUKY WAS "FINE" AROUND 1 O'CLOCK,
FOUND DEAD AROUND 6 O'CLOCK.
MORGAN WASNT INVESTIGATED AS HE WAS..OUT RUNNING ERRANDS DURING THIS TIME.]
The state veterinary lab's necropsy found blunt-force trauma and a ruptured diaphragm.
[WHY? WAS HE BEATEN WHILE CHAINED UP AND THE RUPTURED DIAPHRAGM FROM LUKY TRYING TO FIGHT BACK OR ESCAPE BUT HELD BACK BY HIS COLAR/CHAIN?]
Investigators noted blood and a small hole behind the left ear.
[WHY?
WAS HE FIGHTING FOR HIS LIFE SO HARD THEY COULDN'T BEAT HIM TO DEATH SHOOT HIM? DID THE "SMALL HOLE" HAPPEN TO BE THE SAME DIAMETER OF A .556 ROUND OR PERHAPS A .22? WAS THIS CONSIDERED DURING THE INVESTIGATION?]
Forensic veterinarian, Dr. Melinda Merck, confirmed "non-accidental injury" to the head, neck, chest and abdomen.
[REMOVE THE "PROPER" TERMINOLOGY, AND IT SAYS "THIS DOG WAS BEATEN, AND SHOT. THE EVIDENCE IS ON HIS ENTIRE BODY"]
Prosecuting Attorney Howell found "insufficient evidence" to charge anyone.
[WHY STOP LOOKING? ITS CLEARLY A MURDER INVESTIGATION OF A POLICE OFFICER ]
Killing a certified police K-9 is a Class D felony in Arkansas, and we want the one responsible in cuffs.
There is no "statue of limitations" argument here.
There's an unsolved murder here and ABC7 said it: There is something sinister behind this case.

09/21/2026

PLS NOTE: Someone has been advertising to buy SAC t-shirts.They are 100% not affiliated with SAC and have been told to stop! If you see any ads offering SAC t-shirts etc - Pls IGNORE.

09/03/2026

08/26/2026

The following is a courtesy post for Bri Womble.
Her contact number is 501‑551‑2299.

These adorable babies wandered up to her home one day, but she isn’t able to keep them since she already has a few of her own. She has made sure they are fully vetted and ready for their forever homes.
Here is their information from Bri:
The tri-color is male the other is female, they are spayed/neutered, they have had rabies, DAPP Vaccine (Distemper, Adenovirus (aka Hepatitis), Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus) & lepto (a bacterial disease) vaccines. They have also had heartworm/flea & tick preventatives. They were estimated to be about 9 months, so sweet, and believed to be hound mixes.
A whole litter showed up at my home one morning then ran off & then a day later, only 3 showed up so I decided to help them. Sadly I have had no luck with rehoming. I have decided to keep one, but just cannot do all 3 as with all of them I'll have 6! I will ask for a rehoming fee of $50. Please call or text 501-551-2299 if you have any questions or are interested in one of these sweet babies.

08/11/2026

REHOMED- NO LONGER AVAILABLE

TITO NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!
Tito is an almost (Oct) 2 year old American Cocker Spaniel who is a sweet boy who happily sleeps with his owner! He walks nicely on a leash/harness, is house trained and is up to date with his vaccinations. Tito uses a doggie door and can perform tricks for his treats!
The rehoming fee is $200. Contact Donna 501-304-4311 for more information. he is located in Hot Springs.

05/06/2026

Georgia made history by becoming the first U.S. state to sentence a dogfighter to an astonishing 500 years in prison for an animal abuse case. The state has set a bold precedent in the battle against animal cruelty. Sentencing someone for such a long term sends a clear message that society will not tolerate animal abuse, no matter the form it takes. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of legal systems in protecting vulnerable animals.

The legal professionals who worked on this case deserve recognition for their tireless efforts to secure justice for the abused animals. Animal cruelty cases are often difficult to prosecute, but when they are, they pave the way for stronger animal welfare laws. This decision will undoubtedly inspire other states to take more serious action against those who harm animals.

Animals are not just pets or property; they are living beings with emotions and needs. Every day, animals suffer from abuse in silence, but with the passing of such laws, we take one step closer to a world where cruelty is no longer tolerated. This decision is a victory not just for the animals, but for all who fight for their rights and well-being. 🐾👊

05/01/2026

ROCKY NEEDS HIS FOREVER HOME
This handsome boy, weighing approx 75 lbs, appeared at the finders home 2 yrs ago when he was only about 1 yr old. Finders can no longer care for him due to their health issues and are looking to help Rocky find a forever home and family He is fine with female dogs, kids and cats. Although he does come indoors occasionally (does not have potty accidents), he is primarily an outdoor boy Pls contact Izzy at 501 304 8326

04/08/2026

HOW TO SAVE A CHOKING DOG

Inside Edition shares the story of a dog with a ball stuck in its throat that was saved by a Vet and what to do if your dog is choking.

03/19/2026

A friend once saw his neighbor’s little poodle go over the fence in a coyote’s mouth.
You think your big dog is safe? Think again. The pack will send a small member to engage a big dog in play. Little coyote backs up as they play-play-play until WHAM!!! The pack swamps the big dog and CHOMP-CHOMP-CHOMP! Big dog is coyote chow.
Fence your big dogs; supervise your little dogs.
Don’t let your dogs become coyote chow.