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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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Lauren Conrad Chooses Adoption

November 3, 2012

(CELEBRITY PETS) Although The Hills star Lauren Conrad is known for her love of fashion and shopping, when it came to getting a puppy she chose an animal shelter rather than a store. Conrad, who’s already mom to a rescue dog named Chloe, adopted a new puppy last month. The little guy’s name is Fitz, and it appears his new guardian can’t get enough of him. Read on to find out more about this lucky pup and see what he dressed up as for Halloween. — Global Animal

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Weather The Storm: Pet Friendly Evacuation Shelters

October 30, 2012

(ANIMAL SAFETY) Frankenstorm may no longer officially be a hurricane, but the superstorm is being referred to as “one of the most exceptional—and potentially destructive—storms to strike the Northeast in modern history.” With high tides expected to flood towns along southern Long Island, New York Harbor, the Jersey shore, the Delmarva Peninsula, and southern New England, it is important to ensure that you are your pet are safe. Read on for preparation tips to ensure your pet’s safety during a natural disaster and see the list of shelters accommodating animals affected by Hurricane Sandy — Global Animal

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Research Chimps Retired, Not Exactly Free

October 12, 2012

(ANIMAL TESTING) LOUISIANA — The National Institute of Health (NIH) revealed last month that they will be retiring 110 chimpanzees from a Louisianan research center in an attempt to help end animal testing. While ten of the chimps will be moved to a nearby sanctuary, the other 100 will be moved to another research institute in Texas. There, they will be ineligible for testing or research, but will be permitted to take part in any behavioral studies. The lucky ten chimpanzees en route to the sanctuary Chimp Haven will no longer have to suffer through animal testing. Read on for more on this bittersweet news. — Global Animal

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Strut Your Mutt To Save Homeless Pets (VIDEO)

September 28, 2012

(ANIMAL ACTIVISTS) Every day, approximately 9,000 homeless pets are euthanized. The national non-profit organization, Best Friends Animal Society, is implementing no-kill programs and partnerships to support adoption and public spay/neuter programs in order to save these shelter animals. Last year, the organization raised $700,000 through the Strut Your Mutt fundraiser that includes a fun dog walk, dog yoga (“doga”), spa services and free treats for pets, and more. Adoptable pets will also be available on site. With more than 180 groups in the No More Homeless Pets® Network participating in the events and 8,000 registrants across the nine cities, Best Friends Animal Society hopes to raise $1 million this year. Read on for more on the event and how you can participate or donate. — Global Animal

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Pendleton Animal Sanctuary Destroyed In Fire

September 13, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) A fire in Pendleton, New York claimed the lives of more than half of the rescued animals at Lakeview Animal Sanctuary and Horse Farm on Tuesday night. The owner of the shelter, Sandy Pfohl, braved the fire and attempted to save the animals from the flames, almost losing her own life in the process. Unfortunately, about 60 animals were killed in the blaze. — Global Animal

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Pet Rabbits Rescued From Wild Wetlands

September 6, 2012

(LIFE WITH PETS) LOS ANGELES — Local marsh workers encountered a group of domestic rabbits roaming amongst other wild animals in the Ballona Wetlands last week. How these pet bunnies ever made their way to the marsh is concerning, and adds to the list of other abandoned pets and non-native species found in the area. Not only do domesticated pets have trouble adapting to the wild, but the natural habitat can also come under threat if animals eat local plant life and continue to reproduce. Read on for more about these abandoned bunnies and why dumping pets in the wild is never a good idea. — 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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