Easy Tips for a Pet-Safe Holiday Season
Thu, Nov 26 2009 04:41
There’s nothing more scrumptious than gathering with friends and family for the holidays, but many of the ingredients in human fun can result in distress for pets. As we kick off this season of lights, parties and yummy treats, the ASPCA wants to remind pet parents of the potential hazards certain goodies and décor can pose to our furry friends.Read Full Article Click Here!
Free-Range: Not Free Enough
Thu, Nov 19 2009 02:46
In recent years, the campaign to replace battery-farmed eggs with a cage-free, guilt-free version has gained tremendous popularity. For those who are becoming increasingly aware of the suffering of hens in the egg industry, the 'cage-free' movement appears on the surface to offer a win-win situation: improved welfare standards for hens… and eggs can remain on the menu, even for concerned consumers.
Are American Rodeos More Acceptable Than Spanish Bullfighting?
Wed, Nov 4 2009 07:29
Helloooo, American arrogance and blindness. In the discussion on the post "It Is Our Job to Fight for All of Them, Not Only Some of Them," reader and Change.org member Lisa R. shared this troubling news report: "From Bullfighting to Rodeos: Culture Shock in Spain." The very premise is that rodeos are somehow a more humane alternative to bullfighting, that those silly Spanish need wise Americans to