To Hollywood actor and animal rights activist Chris DeRose, there are two types of dogfighters. There is the street fighter, the man who pits dog against dog in alleys and vacant lots. And the professional, the man who will pay $40,000 for a dog as well as breed his own from past winners, organizing and […]
Little Shelter Trump Animal Rescue
Little Shelter Animal Adoption Center is one of Long Island’s oldest no-kill shelters. The staff is dedicated to saving all companion animals whose lives are threatened and/or at risk. Through rescue from kill facilities, rehabilitation of sick and unsocialized pets, and a spay/neuter program, Little Shelter is on a mission to end pet overpopulation and place […]
The Environmentally Pet-Friendly Movement
The whole world is abuzz with the call for environmentally sound products manufactured with preserving Earth’s resources in mind. A legislation is being passed which will require businesses, residential dwellings, and industrial plants to become more Earth-conscious by cutting down on unnecessary energy expenditures, promoting the use of recycled materials and supplies. By promoting a […]
In Defense Of Animals – Africa
In Cameroon, Central Africa it is illegal to kill, capture, sell, buy and eat chimpanzees and gorillas, but the rapid rise in bushmeat trade (the illegal killing of wildlife for profit by poachers) is endangering chimpanzees and gorillas living free in the forest. Since these species of great apes are becoming more rare, their […]
Canine Diabetes: A Concern For Every Breed
Spokesdog for Bide-A-Wee, pet therapy dog, co-author of Coco the Love Dog, this is truly an inspirational pup! Coco, a miniature Poodle, is one of New York City’s most acclaimed hounds and has achieved more in her eleven human years (seventy in dog years!) than most humans do in their lifetime. All dogs go to […]
Saving Two Lives: One Kidney Transplant Gives Two Cats A Better Quality Of Life
Take your cat to the vet with a failing kidney and emerge with a new kidney: compliments of an innovative kidney transplant procedure for cats. Donor cats become heroes for services rendered in the operating room. It’s an equal trade for both cats; one gets a kidney and the other gets a home. This procedure […]