The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund was founded by Dr. Dian Fossey in 1978 to help Gorilla’s through daily protection, anti-poaching, research, education, and helping communities. Dian Fossey studied gorillas in the wilds of Rwanda up until her death in 1985. Thanks to her tireless efforts and countless hours of study,
After the sad slaughter of 49 domestic animals, including 18 rare Bengal tigers, people are rightfully outraged over the lack of U.S. wildlife ownership laws. Numerous bears, lions, tigers, wolves, and monkeys were set free from a private Ohio farm by their owner, Terry Thompson, who shot himself after unleashing
Kudos’s to Prince William and his lovely bride to be, Kate Middleton. Not only are they having the wedding of the year on April 29, 2011, lined with all the pomp and prestige that anyone could ever want, but they have not forgotten about those outside the party, including all
John Villa has a reputation for being an accomplished chef who is also easy on the eyes. But Manhattanites who’ve seen the executive chef/co-owner of the new urban hot-spot, Pico, in the New York Times or Gourmet magazine may have noticed he always has a close companion at his
First off, let me say that I’m not a bad dog, just misunderstood. “Yappy,” they call me. “Neurotic,” they say. “Disobedient,” they snicker. Well, how would you like it? One day, you’re romping through the bluegrass of Kentucky and three days later you’re in Philadelphia, a big city with barely
Reflections on Loving and Losing a Canine Companion—An Anthology of Pet Memorials edited by Laurel E. Hunt (Hyperion) Animal memorials are nothing new. The Egyptians mummified their dogs, while the Victorians held funeral services for them. Today, there are even virtual pet cemeteries for those who chose to celebrate their