Even dogs like to laugh, which was evident by the number of them that showed up for Animal Fair’s second Annual Canine Comedy event held at Spa, in New York City, the evening of Wednesday, June 27.The only problem was that none of them were allowed in. Talk about a strict door policy! […]
The Cat Fight Chronicles: When marriage is on the line, the fiancee’s cats have got to go
As one who suffered from childhood asthma and is still severely allergic to both fur and feathers, I have had to love animals from afar. So it took my breath away (quite literally) when I met and fell in love with a man who had cats. There were two of them — an exceedingly […]
ASPCA 2001 Bergh Ball
The ASPCA presented the 2001 Bergh Ball at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. The event was held in honor of the life and work of Roger A. Caras, who served as president emeritus of the ASPCA for over 25 years.
Sophie B. Hawkins: In Tune With Animals
The multi-talented recording artist, Sophie B. Hawkins’ greatest dream is, “that all people who love animals consistently share their wisdom so humanity can make a leap in consciousness.” Like many people who have been profoundly affected by the presence of pets in their lives, Sophie B. Hawkins’ transformation occurred five years ago when she […]
UNEP: Safeguarding our Future
UNEP Mission Statement: “To provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.” The many mandates of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) have been ably tended to by a sizable group including several United Nations agencies, 850 individuals and 30 environmental […]
HOLY TOLEDO! Famed fashion illustrator Ruben Toledo has found himself a Sweetie
When writer Mark Welsh decided to publish his book, Sweetie: From the Gutter to the Runway, he knew he needed amazing illustrations. Starring Mark’s rescue dog, the book chronicles the “tantalizing tips of a furry fashionista.” For the visual side of this four-legged romp through high fashion, Welsh needed something just right; something between […]