(ANIMAL NEWS) The tragic wildfires that are ripping through the western states are still blazing. The fires have destroyed hundreds of homes, affecting both humans and animals. The Humane Society of the United States is asking for everyone’s help in saving farm animals and pets that have been caught in the disaster. Emergency shelters have been put in place to help protect these animals. Read on for more details and information on how you can help. — Global Animal
(VEGAN RECIPE) Originated from Andalusia, Spain, Gazpacho is a cold, tomato based soup. This week’s Meat-Free Monday recipe is perfect for summer and incredibly simple to prepare! — Global Animal
(ANIMAL NEWS) LOS ANGELES — Visitors at the Los Angeles County Zoo witnessed a fatal attack on a baby chimp by an adult male chimp Tuesday. The 3-month-old chimp was the first to be born at the zoo in thirteen years. In the wild, alpha male chimps are known to kill infants for territorial reasons, especially if the baby is not his. However, in captivity extra precautions should be set in place to insure animal infant safety. The zoo staff is investigating the tragedy and is considering a new policy for introducing chimps in the future. Read on for more details. — Global Animal
(CELEBRITY PETS) LOS ANGELES — Today was a big day for Uggie, the Jack Russell terrier who starred in the Oscar-winning movie The Artist. Uggie is the first dog to have his paw prints cast in cement at Gruaman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. The newly retired Uggie wants to encourage us all to adopt pets. “He’s adopted. He made it. If you guys can adopt a dog, even if they don’t make it on the big screen, they’ll be big stars at your house,” said trainer Omar Van Muller. See the full Los Angeles Times photo gallery. Congratulations Uggie! — Global Animal
(ANIMAL RESCUE) Actor Kevin Nealon takes a comedic approach to a subject that is no laughing matter. In a new PSA, he sarcastically brings ridiculous problems to light like “skateboarding in hospitals” and ends with an important message from No Kill LA to help reduce the homeless pet population. NKLA is a campaign by Best Friends Animal Society that aims to end kill shelters in the Los Angeles area by spaying and neutering pets and adopting from shelters. Check out the hilarious video for a good cause. — Global Animal
(VEGAN RECIPE) It’s summer time! Replace your old, tired potato salad recipe with this week’s meat-free Monday challenge. America’s favorite BBQ side dish has now been simplified and updated. I highly suggest bringing it to your next picnic. Every time I bring this dish to a potluck I never have any left overs. It’s always a crowd favorite, and of course, animal friendly. — Global Animal
(PHOTO GALLERY) There are countless studies that prove animals are intelligent, express emotion and feel pain. There is also a direct correlation between animal abuse, domestic violence and other crimes. Yet animal abusers still go largely unpunished. Photographer Nicolas Wickstrom attempts to take us into the dark world of animal cruelty by substituting people in situations that involve the mistreatment of animals. Wickstrom explains his focus, “I aimed at inspiring more people to see the horrendous nature of what was going on and feel urged to do something, anything, to fix it.” Check out his photos. — Global Animal
(COMPASSIONATE LIVING) — Finally a vegan cooking show! Vegan Mashup is set to air this fall on PBS. The aim of the show is to prepare quality food that is both animal and budget friendly. Also, be sure to check out our Meat-Free Monday’s with a new recipe every week! — Global Animal
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