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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PETA “Stand-Up” For Animals

June 18, 2012

(CELEBRITY NEWS) Even though PETA’s causes are nothing to laugh about their recent “Stand-Up For Animals” benefit at the LA Comedy Store had everyone in stitches. Fred Willard hosted the event and comedians that took the stage included Bill Mahar, Carol Leifer, Jane Lynch, Marc Maron, and Jeffery Ross. The event also had quite an impressive guest list with celebrities ranging from Olivia Munn to Pink, all with their clothes on. Guests dined on delicious vegan treats and drinks while enjoying the show, and all proceeds went toward funding PETA’s efforts to fight animal abuse. Look below for pictures of your favorite celebs supporting animal welfare! — Global Animal 

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Iowa Family Finds Mammoth Skeleton In Yard

June 15, 2012

(WOOLY MAMMOTH) IOWA — When an Iowa family dug up a really big bone in their backyard two years ago, they had no idea what they were in for. The bone ended up being part of a full wooly mammoth skeleton that now belongs to the family. They are still unsure of what they will do with the skeleton, speculating that they may keep it in the house with them. Here’s to hoping they have a change of heart and give it to a museum. Read on for more. — Global Animal 

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UK Sentences Innocent “Pit Bull” To Death

June 14, 2012

(BREED DISCRIMINATION) NORTHERN IRELAND — When the Barnes family brought Lennox home they had no idea he would one day be ripped from their arms, isolated in a kennel for two years, and eventually sentenced to execution. The only crime Lennox, the American bulldog and labrador mix, committed was looking like a pit bull. Since parts of the UK introduced breed discrimination laws, any dog that looks like a “pit bull type” can be seized and executed for crimes they could potentially commit in the future. Read on for more on Lennox’s case and what you can do to help! — Global Animal 

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Service Dogs Help Veterans Heal (VIDEO)

June 14, 2012

(SERVICE DOGS) Operation Freedom Paws, a non-profit organization started by Mary Cortani, lets military veterans train their own service dogs. These dogs have been an essential part of healing the physical and emotional wounds of veterans and helping them adapt to life outside the service. For more on this incredible program, and to watch the dogs in action, read on. — Global Animal  

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Anti-Aging Care For Your Senior Pet

June 12, 2012

(SENIOR PET CARE) Turns out pet senior citizens need to stay active the same way human senior citizens do. Proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian, Dr. Karen Becker, recently shared exercises and massage techniques that will help your senior pet stay nimble, strong, healthy and happy. Read on to find out how to help your older animal companion. — Global Animal 

 

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Abused Iranian Cat Finds Home In California

June 11, 2012

(TOUCHING TALE) Maloos the tabby cat was found on the streets of Iran covered in mud and gasoline with critical wounds and deformities in his legs and spine. After he was taken in by the Sayeh Animal Guardians, he was flown to San Francisco for medical care. Animal-loving San Franciscans donated money to pay for his care, and a lottery was held last week to pick one of the many people interested in becoming his guardian. As luck would have it, the winner is an Iranian woman who can directly identify with the pain Maloos has been though. Read on for more on this touching tale. — Global Animal 

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ASPCA Pledges To Ban Puppy Stores

June 11, 2012

(PUPPY MILLS) The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is leading a “No Pet Store Puppies Campaign.” The goal is to raise awareness about puppy mill cruelty and the link between puppy mills and pet stores. Most stores that sell puppies won’t say they are buying their dogs from a puppy mill, if asked, the’ll tell you they get their puppies from licensed USDA breeders. But what does that mean? Turns out, close to nothing. Read on and take the ASPCA pledge not to buy anything from pet stores that sell puppies. — Global Animal 

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The French Open: Falcons vs. Pigeons

June 10, 2012

(BIRD NEWS) FRANCE — Never mind the battle for the number one spot between Nadal and Djokovic, the spotlight of the French Open has officially been stolen by the birds. Apparently so many pigeon droppings have been landing on the court they are effecting play on the clay courts. Balls bounce differently off the slimy droppings and they are just plain gross to deal with. Read on for more on how they solved the problem of pooping pigeons. — Global Animal 

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