About Elisabeth Torres

Elisabeth graduated from the University of Miami with a degree in English/LIterature and Psychology. She is currently pursuing her masters at UCLA in Film and Television writing. During her time in Miami Elisabeth was on the swim team and marine mammal stranding team, and got to help with many water rescue and stranding situations. She currently resides in Santa Monica with her son, six month old english bulldog, Ernie. In her spare time she enjoys reading, going to the beach, running, and yoga.

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Sows barely have room to lie down. Photo Credit: Humane Society

Future Of Gestation Crates

June 10, 2012

(FARM ANIMALS) In the U.S. millions of sows live day in and day out in a space that is 2 feet wide and 7 feet long. The crates are used primarily for production levels without taking the animal’s welfare into consideration. Pregnant for the majority of their life, they only leave their gestation crates to give birth, and are returned once their babies are taken away. Read on for more on how gestation crates came to be used, why they aren’t foreseen in the future of farming, and what states have already banned them. — Global Animal 

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Bald Eagle Rescued By Local Man (VIDEO)

June 9, 2012

(BALD EAGLES) WASHINGTON — On his way home from work, Robert Hutton of North Spokane, Washington stopped when he saw a critically-injured bald eagle struggling in the road. Hutton wrapped the bird, later named Glen, in a blanket and took him to a veterinary hospital specializing in wildlife. Read on for more on the bald eagle’s rescue and hopeful recovery. — Global Animal  

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Celebrities Celebrate NY Ban On Shark Fin Trading (VIDEO)

June 8, 2012

(SHARK FINNING) NEW YORK — The  bill to ban shark fin trade in New York State was passed this week, and celebrity supporters of the anti-finning movement, including Leonardo DiCaprio and Ke$ha, couldn’t be more thrilled. Even though finning is already illegal in the states, the ban on trade could effect the practice on a global scale. Read on for more on bill S.6431 and to watch Ke$ha’s shark advocacy video. — Global Animal

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Ian Somerhalder Animal Sanctuary Underway

June 3, 2012

(CELEBRITY NEWS) It’s official, Ian Somerhalder is practically perfect in every way. The Vampire Diaries actor, defender of homeless kittens, and avid animal activist is now opening an animal sanctuary in his home state of Louisiana. The sanctuary aims to take in abused, unwanted or neglected animals and pair them with kids who are working through bullying issues. Somerhalder is now asking for donations or volunteers to help keep the process moving. If you are in a position to help or want to know more, read on or check out The Ian Somerhalder Foundation. — Global Animal 

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District Attorney Hires Canine For Courtroom (VIDEO)

June 3, 2012

(THERAPY DOGS) NEW YORK — The Staten Island District Attorney’s office recently brought in a 2-year old Labrador-golden retriever mix, named Bronksey, to be a therapy dog for crime victims during legal proceedings. Bronksey is trained to stay by the side of victims, even in the witness box, providing them with comfort. He has already helped tremendously by calming a 12-year old abuse victim before he went on trial. Read on for more on Bronksey and the benefits of having a canine in the courtroom. — Global Animal   

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Pamela Anderson Against Animal Testing For Tobacco

June 1, 2012

(ANIMAL TESTING) Pamela Anderson is taking a stand against the FDA’s recommendation to test tobacco products on animals. Tobacco companies will often make rats breathe tobacco smoke for up to six hours a day for months on end, then kill them to study the damage on their bodies. The FDA’s recommendation is highly misguided as rats don’t contract the same diseases as humans, and the tobacco companies have used the findings from animal testing to mislead the public and deny the link between smoking and cancer. Read more below and click the Take Action Mouse to write a comment to the FDA urging them not to support animal testing. — Global Animal 

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Rescued Lab Chimp Loves Camera (VIDEO)

May 29, 2012

(TOUCHING TALE/ANIMAL TESTING) After spending the last couple decades of her life at a biomedical lab, Foxie the chimp is now free. While confined she was bred to have five babies, all of which were taken from her during infancy. So once she arrived at Chimp Sanctuary Northwest, she adopted a little bald troll doll to love and care for in place of her children. She recently showed her appreciation for her new home by placing a big sloppy kiss on the hidden camera in her habitat. Read on for more on Foxie and how to free other chimps from the misery of animal testing.  — Global Animal 

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New Device For Dolphin-Human Communication

May 28, 2012

(DOLPHINS) Scientists have developed a prototype of the first device that can project the full range of sounds used by dolphins. This may mean that  communication with dolphins in the near future is a possibility. Read on to find out if we will be talking to dolphins in the future. — Global Animal 

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