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The World Health Organization declared April 7th, 2017 as World Health Day, a day focusing on mental health, but it’s also a year-long campaign which aims to educate, raise awareness and help people suffering from mental illness. Depression, Anxiety, and … Continue reading → MORE
One of our favorite websites, Petfinder has helped facilitate more than 25 million pet adoptions through its shelter and rescue member organizations. This post is sponsored by Purina. As always, our thoughts are our own. Happy 20th anniversary Petfinder! Anyone … Continue reading → The post Petfinder turns 20! MetOnPetfinder appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. cats dogs people helping animals MORE
Organize or attend a local pet candle-lighting ceremony. See “ How Your Organization Can Participate ” for an easy step-by-step guide.). This Thursday, you can be a light for pets waiting in shelters. The message of Remember Me Thursday is to remember the millions of orphan pets who lost their lives over the last year. By uniting animal lovers across the world on one very special day, we can help raise awareness about animal adoption, and hopefully save the lives of more pets. MORE
The Last Great Ape Organization in Cameroon is only one of them, but it's the only law enforcement nongovernmental organization in Africa. Bushmeat is horrific, especially the trade in apes. To me, eating apes of any kind is akin to human cannibalism. At least there are activists in African countries themselves that are working to stop this practice. MORE
Photo of vegan Baby Sky at Tire Kingdom (time to replace the tires on the Element) in her Isabooties , organic BumGenius diaper (though she does do her business on her potty most of the time) and random, hand-me-down T-shirt. . I was going to change Animal Person to Vegan Atheist 40+ Parenting and come back to blogging. MORE
More than 220 organizations, headed by the World Society for the Protection of Animals, are collecting signatures worldwide to petition the United Nations to adopt the proposed Universal Declaration on Animal Welfare. The town on Thursday was honored by the London-based WSPA, one of the organizations most involved in efforts to abolish bullfighting worldwide. From Latino Fox News. MORE
However, Foer does claim to have spent a couple of years researching and it is odd to me that the only subject of animal rights discussion is an organization that is ambiguous, at best, in its message about animals. I immensely enjoyed "EVERYTHING IS ILLUMINATED" (even on the big screen) and eagerly anticipated "EATING ANIMALS" by Jonathan Safran Foer. MORE
One organization that is trying to help victims (primarily women) there is called VDay , a non profit established by Eve Ensler, who wrote The Vagina Monologues (a show I highly recommend). There have been SO many things I’ve wanted to write about lately, but I’ve let summer get the best of me and been a bad little blogger. MORE
This is now one of my favorite organizations. The silent auction is set for October 1, 2010, and details are here. You can donate too even if you can't attend the auction. MORE
Organized crime is also heavily involved in trafficking of rhino products and other endangered species'. Tags: organized crime wildlife crime Traditional Chinese Medicine poaching rhino endangered species It's the highest rate in 15 years, with an increasing market in Asian traditional medicines. This statement in the USA Today article says it all. MORE
Just more drivel out of a toothless organization. As noted in another post, no protections for marine mammals. But plenty of drivel about improving law enforcement for wildlife protection. MORE
The volunteer leadership holds primary decision-making authority over the direction of the organization. This is your chance to shape the future direction of a highly effective organization and participate in work that you care about. You will grow your skills at organizing, leadership, and networking, and help make a better future for animals. Now might be your chance! Compassionate Action for Animals in Minneapolis, MN is now hiring! MORE
Here's a scathing overview in Primate Freedom of the new organization "Pro-Test," an organization of animal researchers who want to advocate for their work. Long and impressive expose. MORE
It should be inspiring and it's a great way to support an extraordinary organization. Love this group! Here's a book that you can buy about rescued farm animals and their stories. farm animal welfare farm sanctuary MORE
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The Coalition to Ban Horse-Drawn Carriages calls itself "an animal rights-protection-abolitionist organization," which I find interesting. The well being of the horses should be the ideal of every organization whose mandate is to put animal protection ideals first - especially when they ask for donations based on that mandate. I've always thought of horse-drawn carriages the way I think about greyhound racing or fur: Most people are against them, so why are they still around? MORE
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This because it is being run by organized crime networks with professional and ruthless criminals. Tags: organized crime wildlife crime ivory africa zambia rhino elephants Wildlife crime such as poaching and live animal smuggling is becoming increasingly sophisticated. It's not just some guy with a gun and snare. Zambia's Minister of the Environment and Natural Resources is calling for a greater cooperation between her country's agencies in dealing with this serious issue. MORE
Because I am now less convinced of the merits of organic food than I used to be (low-yield, high land requirements, confusion over whether the natural chemicals are any better than the synthetic ones as well as whether or not organic is actually healthier). And if you're talking about organic on a scale that would feed the planet, it's impossible. McWilliams Just Food locavore organic food Deb wrote "Do Food Miles Matter?" MORE
Best Friends, the only national animal welfare organization dedicated exclusively to ending the killing of dogs and … Continue reading → The post Join us in the effort to Save Them All appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. When Best Friends Animal Society reached out to us to help spread the word about their new campaign, we couldn’t wait to help. MORE
Very controversial with organizations such as In Defense of Animals, PETA and the Northwest Animal Rights Network. An article in today's Seattle Times about Woodland Park Zoo's attempts over the last 20 years to breed elephants. They say it's cruel. The zoo claims it's to preserve the species. seattle zoo woodland park zoo captive breeding elephants MORE
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It's a Washington State organization, but the information is still useful anywhere. Here is a link to a PAWS (Progressive Animal Welfare Society) web page with signs of what to look for. MORE
Everything happened quickly, starting on Monday when we learned that she had cancer and that it had spread to multiple organs. Our sweet Baby the Maltese went over the rainbow bridge last night. There was nothing that could be done … Continue reading → The post The hardest post to write. appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals MORE
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My cousins Craig and Kevin Hicks are dairy farmers, specializing in organic milk. They also sell pasture-fed beef and pasture-fed chicken. I spent some of the best times of my life on their farm in North Branch, Michigan. Here is their website MORE
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Here is a New York Times editorial opinion about organic fish. The Times argues that the concept of organic food does not apply to wild animals. If organically raised fish suffer less than nonorganically raised fish, it is an accident, morally speaking. I'm not saying that there is no correlation between an animal being organically raised and it being treated in a morally permissible way; I'm saying that any such correlation is contingent rather than necessary. MORE
Throughout the month of August, Booster is showcasing and supporting t-shirt fundraisers launched by pet lovers to save homeless animals, and to raise awareness and much needed funds for animal-related 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The B-Cause: Pets campaigns benefit a wide … Continue reading → The post Shirts to save animals appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. cats clothing dogs gifts for pet lovers people helping animals MORE
I understand how someone who supports the Humane Society of the United States might think an event celebrating "humane" farms would be a good id, as HSUS isn't an animal rights organization. Thanks, once again, to James LaVeck and Jenny Stein of Tribe of Heart for kindly and carefully bringing attention to what should be a stunningly-obvious moment of hypocrisy by groups that exist to advocate for and save animals. MORE
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If Europe bans seal products, Canada may go to the WTO (World Trade Organization) and appeal. MORE
According to this post , a police spy in New Zealand who infiltrated animal rights groups as well as other activist organizations MORE
Thankfully, there are some organizations out there that make it their business to look after and care for our animal counterparts. Formed in 2007, this organization seeks to promote the humane treatment of animals by promoting effective animal sanctuary management. Led by professionals who have experience with organizations such as the Humane Society of the United States, the group is definitely not new to the issues surrounding animals worldwide. MORE
World Trade Organization economics dolphin mexico tuna trade fishing usFrom the Bridges Weekly Trade News Digest. The long-running dispute between the US and Mexico over Washington’s ‘dolphin safe’ labelling practice for tuna products is likely to see a WTO appeal, after the two parties together asked for an extension of the appeals deadline. MORE
American organization Grey2K visited it and expressed concerns about treatment of the greyhounds both during their racing careers and once they are over. There is only one greyhound racing course in Asia and that is in Macau which now belongs to China. greyhounds dog racing china macau MORE
Russia and two of its neighbours have informed the World Trade Organization that they are banning the import and export of harp seal pelts – a move that animal-rights activists are celebrating as the death knell of Canada’s commercial seal industry. World Trade Organization canada kazakhstan europe seal hunt belarus trade seals russiaGreat news! But I'm not exactly sure why RUSSIA would ban them. The other two neighbors that banned them are Kazakhstan and Belarus). MORE
An organic bamboo dog collar? The post Organic Bamboo Dog Collars appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. That also looks great? Yes please! Just in time for summer too, because as you can see, Baby’s new bamboo collar is super spunky in blue and lime green. I love bamboo material for myself, my favorite sheets in the whole world are bamboo! Not only is bamboo a quick growing resource, but it is super soft, and Earth friendly. MORE
Her nutrition came from Earth's Best organic soy formula for the first year, and since then she's been eating non-baby food supplemented by a bottle of Baby's Only organic soy formula (designed for toddlers and can be used until age 3). I use half water and half organic carrot juice and organic apple juice. Snow balls are a huge favorite (ground organic raisins, dates, almond and walnuts rolled in shredded coconut). MORE
I love this organization and have supported them for a few years now. Please consider Animals Asia for your future donations. They do important work. animal abuse animal cruelty china asia MORE
to pets everywhere, SMARTCOOKEE Company, a natural, organic, premium treat maker based in Sarasota, … Continue reading → The post SMARTCOOKEE Company gives back appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. SMARTCOOKEE Company gives back with SMARTCOOKEE Treat with Love program As part of its mission to provide nutritious and safe treats (surprisingly, many companies’treats are not!) MORE
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MAY 23, 2013
An organic bamboo dog collar? The post Organic Bamboo Dog Collars appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. That also looks great? Yes please! Just in time for summer too, because as you can see, Baby’s new bamboo collar is super spunky in blue and lime green. I love bamboo material for myself, my favorite sheets in the whole world are bamboo! Not only is bamboo a quick growing resource, but it is super soft, and Earth friendly.
4 The Love Of Animals
AUGUST 17, 2012
Thankfully, there are some organizations out there that make it their business to look after and care for our animal counterparts. Formed in 2007, this organization seeks to promote the humane treatment of animals by promoting effective animal sanctuary management. Led by professionals who have experience with organizations such as the Humane Society of the United States, the group is definitely not new to the issues surrounding animals worldwide.
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JULY 19, 2010
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Animal Ethics
MAY 31, 2007
My cousins Craig and Kevin Hicks are dairy farmers, specializing in organic milk. They also sell pasture-fed beef and pasture-fed chicken. I spent some of the best times of my life on their farm in North Branch, Michigan. Here is their website
Animal Person
DECEMBER 1, 2009
The Coalition to Ban Horse-Drawn Carriages calls itself "an animal rights-protection-abolitionist organization," which I find interesting. The well being of the horses should be the ideal of every organization whose mandate is to put animal protection ideals first - especially when they ask for donations based on that mandate. I've always thought of horse-drawn carriages the way I think about greyhound racing or fur: Most people are against them, so why are they still around?
Animal Ethics
DECEMBER 4, 2006
Here is a New York Times editorial opinion about organic fish. The Times argues that the concept of organic food does not apply to wild animals. If organically raised fish suffer less than nonorganically raised fish, it is an accident, morally speaking. I'm not saying that there is no correlation between an animal being organically raised and it being treated in a morally permissible way; I'm saying that any such correlation is contingent rather than necessary.
Critter News
MARCH 22, 2010
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NOVEMBER 7, 2009
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NOVEMBER 16, 2011
World Trade Organization economics dolphin mexico tuna trade fishing usFrom the Bridges Weekly Trade News Digest. The long-running dispute between the US and Mexico over Washington’s ‘dolphin safe’ labelling practice for tuna products is likely to see a WTO appeal, after the two parties together asked for an extension of the appeals deadline.
Animal Person
FEBRUARY 14, 2010
Because I am now less convinced of the merits of organic food than I used to be (low-yield, high land requirements, confusion over whether the natural chemicals are any better than the synthetic ones as well as whether or not organic is actually healthier). And if you're talking about organic on a scale that would feed the planet, it's impossible. McWilliams Just Food locavore organic food Deb wrote "Do Food Miles Matter?"
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JULY 20, 2009
Organized crime is also heavily involved in trafficking of rhino products and other endangered species'. Tags: organized crime wildlife crime Traditional Chinese Medicine poaching rhino endangered species It's the highest rate in 15 years, with an increasing market in Asian traditional medicines. This statement in the USA Today article says it all.
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JANUARY 28, 2010
This because it is being run by organized crime networks with professional and ruthless criminals. Tags: organized crime wildlife crime ivory africa zambia rhino elephants Wildlife crime such as poaching and live animal smuggling is becoming increasingly sophisticated. It's not just some guy with a gun and snare. Zambia's Minister of the Environment and Natural Resources is calling for a greater cooperation between her country's agencies in dealing with this serious issue.
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MARCH 9, 2009
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MARCH 8, 2010
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Creature Talk
JUNE 2, 2009
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JANUARY 4, 2010
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AUGUST 29, 2009
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Creature Talk
MAY 13, 2009
The volunteer leadership holds primary decision-making authority over the direction of the organization. This is your chance to shape the future direction of a highly effective organization and participate in work that you care about. You will grow your skills at organizing, leadership, and networking, and help make a better future for animals. Now might be your chance! Compassionate Action for Animals in Minneapolis, MN is now hiring!
4 The Love Of Animals
APRIL 23, 2017
The World Health Organization declared April 7th, 2017 as World Health Day, a day focusing on mental health, but it’s also a year-long campaign which aims to educate, raise awareness and help people suffering from mental illness. Depression, Anxiety, and … Continue reading →
Animal Person
OCTOBER 14, 2011
Her nutrition came from Earth's Best organic soy formula for the first year, and since then she's been eating non-baby food supplemented by a bottle of Baby's Only organic soy formula (designed for toddlers and can be used until age 3). I use half water and half organic carrot juice and organic apple juice. Snow balls are a huge favorite (ground organic raisins, dates, almond and walnuts rolled in shredded coconut).
Critter News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2009
Here's a scathing overview in Primate Freedom of the new organization "Pro-Test," an organization of animal researchers who want to advocate for their work. Long and impressive expose.
4 The Love Of Animals
AUGUST 18, 2015
to pets everywhere, SMARTCOOKEE Company, a natural, organic, premium treat maker based in Sarasota, … Continue reading → The post SMARTCOOKEE Company gives back appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. SMARTCOOKEE Company gives back with SMARTCOOKEE Treat with Love program As part of its mission to provide nutritious and safe treats (surprisingly, many companies’treats are not!)
4 The Love Of Animals
JANUARY 31, 2015
Everything happened quickly, starting on Monday when we learned that she had cancer and that it had spread to multiple organs. Our sweet Baby the Maltese went over the rainbow bridge last night. There was nothing that could be done … Continue reading → The post The hardest post to write. appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals
4 The Love Of Animals
FEBRUARY 3, 2015
Best Friends, the only national animal welfare organization dedicated exclusively to ending the killing of dogs and … Continue reading → The post Join us in the effort to Save Them All appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. When Best Friends Animal Society reached out to us to help spread the word about their new campaign, we couldn’t wait to help.
Creature Talk
SEPTEMBER 17, 2009
One organization that is trying to help victims (primarily women) there is called VDay , a non profit established by Eve Ensler, who wrote The Vagina Monologues (a show I highly recommend). There have been SO many things I’ve wanted to write about lately, but I’ve let summer get the best of me and been a bad little blogger.
4 The Love Of Animals
SEPTEMBER 5, 2016
One of our favorite websites, Petfinder has helped facilitate more than 25 million pet adoptions through its shelter and rescue member organizations. This post is sponsored by Purina. As always, our thoughts are our own. Happy 20th anniversary Petfinder! Anyone … Continue reading → The post Petfinder turns 20! MetOnPetfinder appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. cats dogs people helping animals
Critter News
JUNE 15, 2011
It should be inspiring and it's a great way to support an extraordinary organization. Love this group! Here's a book that you can buy about rescued farm animals and their stories. farm animal welfare farm sanctuary
Critter News
MARCH 27, 2011
I love this organization and have supported them for a few years now. Please consider Animals Asia for your future donations. They do important work. animal abuse animal cruelty china asia
Animal Person
JULY 25, 2010
I understand how someone who supports the Humane Society of the United States might think an event celebrating "humane" farms would be a good id, as HSUS isn't an animal rights organization. Thanks, once again, to James LaVeck and Jenny Stein of Tribe of Heart for kindly and carefully bringing attention to what should be a stunningly-obvious moment of hypocrisy by groups that exist to advocate for and save animals.
Critter News
APRIL 5, 2009
If Europe bans seal products, Canada may go to the WTO (World Trade Organization) and appeal.
Animal Person
AUGUST 18, 2011
Photo of vegan Baby Sky at Tire Kingdom (time to replace the tires on the Element) in her Isabooties , organic BumGenius diaper (though she does do her business on her potty most of the time) and random, hand-me-down T-shirt. . I was going to change Animal Person to Vegan Atheist 40+ Parenting and come back to blogging.
Critter News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2010
This is now one of my favorite organizations. The silent auction is set for October 1, 2010, and details are here. You can donate too even if you can't attend the auction.
Critter News
DECEMBER 16, 2008
According to this post , a police spy in New Zealand who infiltrated animal rights groups as well as other activist organizations
Critter News
AUGUST 30, 2012
More than 220 organizations, headed by the World Society for the Protection of Animals, are collecting signatures worldwide to petition the United Nations to adopt the proposed Universal Declaration on Animal Welfare. The town on Thursday was honored by the London-based WSPA, one of the organizations most involved in efforts to abolish bullfighting worldwide. From Latino Fox News.
4 The Love Of Animals
SEPTEMBER 24, 2013
Organize or attend a local pet candle-lighting ceremony. See “ How Your Organization Can Participate ” for an easy step-by-step guide.). This Thursday, you can be a light for pets waiting in shelters. The message of Remember Me Thursday is to remember the millions of orphan pets who lost their lives over the last year. By uniting animal lovers across the world on one very special day, we can help raise awareness about animal adoption, and hopefully save the lives of more pets.
Critter News
MARCH 25, 2010
Just more drivel out of a toothless organization. As noted in another post, no protections for marine mammals. But plenty of drivel about improving law enforcement for wildlife protection.
Critter News
APRIL 5, 2012
American organization Grey2K visited it and expressed concerns about treatment of the greyhounds both during their racing careers and once they are over. There is only one greyhound racing course in Asia and that is in Macau which now belongs to China. greyhounds dog racing china macau
4 The Love Of Animals
AUGUST 17, 2016
Throughout the month of August, Booster is showcasing and supporting t-shirt fundraisers launched by pet lovers to save homeless animals, and to raise awareness and much needed funds for animal-related 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The B-Cause: Pets campaigns benefit a wide … Continue reading → The post Shirts to save animals appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. cats clothing dogs gifts for pet lovers people helping animals
Critter News
JULY 24, 2009
The Last Great Ape Organization in Cameroon is only one of them, but it's the only law enforcement nongovernmental organization in Africa. Bushmeat is horrific, especially the trade in apes. To me, eating apes of any kind is akin to human cannibalism. At least there are activists in African countries themselves that are working to stop this practice.
Critter News
JUNE 1, 2009
It's a Washington State organization, but the information is still useful anywhere. Here is a link to a PAWS (Progressive Animal Welfare Society) web page with signs of what to look for.
Animal Person
OCTOBER 26, 2009
However, Foer does claim to have spent a couple of years researching and it is odd to me that the only subject of animal rights discussion is an organization that is ambiguous, at best, in its message about animals. I immensely enjoyed "EVERYTHING IS ILLUMINATED" (even on the big screen) and eagerly anticipated "EATING ANIMALS" by Jonathan Safran Foer.
Critter News
JULY 18, 2011
Very controversial with organizations such as In Defense of Animals, PETA and the Northwest Animal Rights Network. An article in today's Seattle Times about Woodland Park Zoo's attempts over the last 20 years to breed elephants. They say it's cruel. The zoo claims it's to preserve the species. seattle zoo woodland park zoo captive breeding elephants
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