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Celebrate National Pet Month!

May 1, 2013

(PETS) Attention all pets and corresponding companions! May is National Pet Month in the United States, which means it’s time to double all the loving affection you’re giving each other. Originating in England, National Pet Month has existed for more than two decades. Although National Pet Month is celebrated during the month of April in England, both countries promote the same key goals during their celebration. Read on to learn more about this compassionate month and see what you can do to celebrate. — Global Animal 

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Cattaraugus County SPCA: A “Slow-Kill” Shelter?

April 26, 2013

(ANIMAL SHELTERS) Contrary to its claim to be a no-kill shelter, the Cattaraugus County SPCA in Olean, New York, is considered to be a perversion of no-kill by a number of former volunteers, board members, and concerned citizens. In fact, many are claiming the shelter is one of the more dangerous places for an animal to reside. Kelly Chaffee, former CCSPCA President and Board Member, has been quick to say that “the facility has been no-kill since 1985.” But many maintain that just because the animals are not euthanized at the shelter, does not mean that they are not emotionally and physically suffering. There is substantial proof regarding the neglect that these innocent animals suffer every single day. Animals at this facility are said to be confined in kennels for years, without socialization, veterinary care, or opportunities for placement into loving homes. Read on for more on this investigation and sign the petitions requesting reform. — Global Animal

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Save A Life In No Kill December

December 17, 2012

(ANIMAL RESCUE) LOS ANGELES — The county of Los Angeles’ animal community has set a commendable goal for the month of December. Sponsored by the Best Friend’s Animal Society’s No Kill L.A. initiative, the organization is leading a campaign for a “No Kill December.” The holidays are a popular time for purchasing animal companions for oneself or as beloved gifts. However, these purchases are often from pet stores which means a shelter animal is left to remain homeless and await euthanasia. BFAS is asking L.A. residents and animal lovers alike “to save a life by adopting, fostering, donating or volunteering.” Continue reading to learn how you can do your part in saving the lives of shelter animals. — Global Animal

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ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge Saves Lives

December 6, 2012

(ANIMAL ACTIVISTS) A few months back, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) partnered with Rachael Ray to help save animals with their ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge. The annual, three-month-long contest encourages animal shelters across the country to compete and come up with new ways to save animals and win grants simultaneously. This year’s challenge proved to be enormously successful. In total, this year’s 50 contestants saved 56,232 animals—more than any other year of the Challenge! Read on to learn more about the winners and see how to sign up for next year’s challenge! — Global Animal

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Teenager Saves 20,000 Animals From Euthanasia

November 30, 2012

(ANIMAL RESCUE) Similarly to how many grass roots organizations begin, Kids Against Animal Cruelty started with a small group of animal lovers carrying signs on street corners and a Facebook page with 47 friends. An animal activism group that uses social networking to encourage adoption at high kill shelters, KAAC was founded two years ago by child actor/singer Lou Wegner when he was a mere 14 years old. After two years, KAAC boasts 12,000 members, 50,000 supporters, and 20,000 animals it has saved from euthanasia.The organization has branched across the United States and has several chapters all run by young animal lovers like Wegner. Continue reading to learn about Wegner’s amazing dedication to animals. — Global Animal

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Playa Animal Rescue: Mexican Dog Haven

August 31, 2012

(ANIMAL SHELTERS) A new shelter in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico is helping out local four-legged residents. Opening its doors in April, 2012, Playa Animal Rescue (PAR) is a non-profit, no-kill shelter focused on rescuing street dogs. The people behind the shelter, a mix of citizens from the United States, Mexico, and Canada, are ”dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating injured and abandoned dogs, and to finding permanent, loving homes for each of them.” Read on to find out more about this great shelter. — Global Animal

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Pet Rescues Give New Chance After Foreclosure

July 29, 2012

(ANIMAL RESCUE) Facing foreclosure is a disheartening reality no one wants to face. But having to give up your pet because of it seems worse. Fortunately, new animal rescue centers are forming and responding to the increase of animals put up for adoption after foreclosure or unemployment hit. Read on to learn about efforts in Nevada and Arizona and what they are doing to help in this dire situation. — Global Animal

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Kevin Nealon On Pet Homelessness And Lazy Ear (VIDEO)

June 27, 2012

(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

 

 

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