About Dori Edwards

Dorian Edwards is a UCLA sophomore working towards a major in communications and minor in cultural anthropology. Her passion for animals and writing led her to the doorstep of Global Animal and she has become forever addicted to reporting the latest animal news. When she isn't studying, publishing articles, exercising, looking up travel deals, drinking coffee with friends and family, practicing yoga, reading, singing along to her music or thinking of the best new play on words, she splits her affection between her French Bulldog Sofie (short for SoFierce), Bullmastiff Rubeus and rent-a-pup Luna, an English Bulldog.

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Animal Defenders International Rescues Thousands

January 30, 2013

(ANIMAL ACTIVISM) Jan Creamer and Tim Phillips are co-founders of Animal Defenders International, an organization that uses undercover evidence to inform the public of animal exploitation and encourage change. Together the pair secured a prohibition of animal experimentation throughout all 26 countries in Europe. The ban on animal experimenting “is saving 30,000 animals every year in Europe.” Among their efforts, ADI has also helped ban circuses in many countries around the world, including the United Kingdom and Bolivia. Continue reading to learn about ADI’s accomplishments and current campaigns. — Global Animal 

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Girl Rescues Wild Horse In “Extreme Mustang Makeover”

January 22, 2013

(ANIMAL ACTIVISM) NEW YORK — For years, the Bureau of Land Management has been using helicopters to corral and subsequently contain wild mustangs in order to claim their natural environment for industrial purposes. To raise awareness about the issue and promote adoption, the Mustang Heritage has been hosting a competition called the “Extreme Mustang Makeover” in which contestants take care of and train a mustang rescued from the government enforced pens. Summer Brennan is this year’s winner and her story tells of the extraordinary bond she formed with a “completely wild mustang.” Continue reading to learn about the amazing help she provides to mistreated and misplaced equestrians. — Global Animal 

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Sisters Adopt Dog With One Million Facebook Likes

January 18, 2013

(TOUCHING TALE) On January 15, two young sisters started a Facebook that accumulated 226,ooo followers within 24 hours with a profile picture that gained 1.2 million ‘likes’ within just seven hours. After the girls and their family lost their beloved dog to cancer, the children wanted another family dog. When they asked their parents, their dad told them that they could only if they received over one million likes on Facebook. Thanks to the compassion of Facebookers worldwide, these determined girls proved their doubtful father wrong. These two animal lovers and their family will soon be welcoming a furry friend into their home. Continue reading to learn more about the sisters’ amazing story. — Global Animal

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Cat Walks 200 Miles To Get Home

January 15, 2013

(TOUCHING TALES) FLORIDA — In November of last year, Jacob and Bonnie Richter of West Palm Beach, Florida brought their cat Holly on a family vacation to nearby Daytona. When fireworks went off near the motorhome they were staying in, Holly bolted from the vehicle. After relentless efforts to recover their beloved feline, the Richters unfortunately had to return home without their cat companion. 200 miles from their vacation destination, Jacob and Bonnie never expected to see their loved one again. But, in a shocking turn of unexpected events, Holly, a determined kitty, recently completed a 200 mile, 60 day journey back to her hometown and guardians. Continue reading to learn the full tale of this dedicated cat’s amazing feat. — Global Animal 

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NYC Stray Cats Given Place To Call Home

January 15, 2013

(ANIMAL ACTIVISM) NEW YORK CITY — Moss-covered coolers and recycled aluminum can enclosures are New York City’s newest architectural feats. On January 10, Big Apple architects proudly displayed their designs and constructions.Three years ago, architect Leslie Farrell established Architects for Animals, a movement to bring attention to the high population of feral cats in the metropolis. Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals’ spokesman Steve Gruber estimates that the number of feral cats in the capital is in the hundreds of thousands or even millions. According to the NYTimes, Farrell’s goals are ”bringing attention to the plight of feral cats and recruiting architects to create shelters that are warm, portable, safe, easy to clean and affordable.” Continue reading to learn about the many recent innovations created for homeless felines. — Global Animal 

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Hunted Red Wolves Mistaken For Coyotes

January 10, 2013

(ENDANGERED SPECIES) NORTH CAROLINA — According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife services, the Red Wolf is one of the most endangered species in the world. In a recent statement by the Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund, “fewer than 100 red wolves remain in the wild.” The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission recently approved coyote hunting within the area that is the only natural environment red wolves inhabit. As a result of the recent ruling, red wolves are at risk of being murdered. Since the ordinance, two red wolves have already been shot by mistaken hunters. Continue reading to learn how you can help these innocent canines. — Global Animal 

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Cat Cafes: Drink Coffee Alongside 20 Cats

January 8, 2013

(CAT CAFE) LONDON — Entrepreneur and cat lover Lauren Pears is currently raising money to open the metropolis’ first cat cafe. The idea for this animal lover’s paradise first came to fruition five years ago in Japan. In the world’s third most populous city, many apartment renters are not allowed animal companions in their home. Seeing the demand for unrequited feline love, Cat Times Cafe owner founded the establishment to provide cat enthusiasts with a place of fuzzy refuge. Continue reading to learn more about the newest trending hangouts. — Global Animal

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Los Angeles BarkWorks Shuts Down

January 7, 2013

(ACTIVISM) LOS ANGELES — “It is very rewarding to see the hard work of so many people who love animals pay off,” said Jennifer Peterson in an interview. After two years of her personal campaign and many protests of five or less dedicated persons, Jennifer has managed to lead the closure of one of BarkWorks’ biggest facilities. In business since 1972, the alleged puppy mill storefront chain has shut its doors in the Westside Pavilion. Continue reading to learn how compassionate people managed to shut down this corporate animal welfare violator. — Global Animal 

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