Animal Welfare News
Get the scoop on news pertaining to animal issues and welfare, including animal rescue, extinction and mistreatment. Features information about charity events, initiatives, products and services that benefit animals of all kinds.
Vegetarian-Themed Children's Book, Harmony on the Farm by Sean R. Smith, Now Available on Amazon
Harmony on the Farm, the much-anticipated children's book about a young girl's path to vegetarianism by Sean R. Smith, is now available on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Harmony-Farm-Sean-R-Smith/dp/1477582630. - June 28, 2012 - Harmony Prime
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association to Host Appalachian Mountain Veterinary Conference
NCVMA Veterinary Conference Serves as 20 Hours of Companion Animal Continuing Education - June 24, 2012 - NCVMA
The Wags and Menace Foundation Partnered with Lifeline Puppy Rescue to Launch a New Medical Fund to Provide Critical Lifesaving Care
The Wags and Menace Foundation to launch new medical fund to help save more lives. - June 21, 2012 - Lifeline Puppy Rescue
Westminster's Aar River Gallery Hosts Cat Care Society "Tails of the Painted Cats" Wine & Cheese Reception June 29th, Featuring Cat Care Vineyards Wine Tasting
Cat Care Society's larger-than-life Painted Cats will be on display at Aar River Gallery, 3707 W 73rd Ave in Westminster, for a Wine & Cheese Reception June 29th – 6 to 8 p.m. Cat Care Vineyards six wine selections will be available for tasting. Admission is $10 per person at the door. - June 11, 2012 - Cat Care Society
World Oceans Day Media Advisory: OceanElders, WildAid and theBlu to Host Global Online Celebration
What: OceanElders, WildAid, and theBlu.com are holding a global online celebration at theblu.com, in honor of World Oceans Day, June 8, 2012. Entitled, "If You Love The Ocean, Download It!" Interested parties are encouraged to start registering immediately to ensure best interaction with... - June 08, 2012 - The Blu
Dr. Mark E. Peterson Co-Authors Book on Canine and Feline Endocrinology
Dr. Peterson and the Animal Endocrine Clinic present the 4th edition of the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Endocrinology. - June 08, 2012 - Animal Endocrine Clinic
Early Registration Deadline for Michigan No Kill Conference
Early registration for the Michigan Pet Fund Alliance’s second annual Michigan No Kill Conference ends Thursday, May 31. Opening session keynote speaker Nathan Winograd, noted animal advocate, author and director of the No Kill Advocacy Center in Oakland, CA, will assure that this... - May 31, 2012 - Michigan Pet Fund Alliance
E-Training for Dogs Announces New Ground Breaking Online Seminar to Help Shelters, Rescues and Foster Families Help Prepare Dogs for More Successful Adoptions
E-Training for Dogs, announces a new ground breaking seminar designed to help shelter, rescue and foster family individuals prepare their rescued dogs for more successful adoptions. Also available on our Facebook page-a free 5 minute trick tip sheet and a chance to win the free online seminar, ‘Working with Shelter or Rescue Dogs: When Love Isn’t Enough’ contest will run from May 15, 2012 - June 15, 2012. - May 21, 2012 - E-Training For Dogs, Inc.
Soap Opera Actress and Celebrity Animal Trainer Gives Media- Weary Horses a Forever Home
Sandra Dee Robinson and Jessie Danielson answered a desperate call from animal activist, Karin Hauenstein last week with a request to deliver her horses to a safe home. - May 18, 2012 - Charisma on Camera
Skin Care Mfg. Aids Center That Saves Ocean Mammals
Health Food Stores nationally, along with their customers, have been invited to join in a campaign to help save injured seals, giant sea turtles, dolphins and whales that wash ashore on New Jersey beaches. The effort has been initiated by Reviva Labs, manufacturer of all-natural skin care... - May 16, 2012 - Reviva Labs
Super Smiley: Shelter Dog from Pet Life Radio’s A Super Smiley Adventure Wins Visionary Award
“Super Smiley Flash Mob – A Dogumentary” Happy Campaign Tour for Pet Adoption Fetches Visionary Award at Awareness Film Festival - May 15, 2012 - Pet Life Radio
Gov. Beverly Perdue Proclaims Wednesday, May 23 as North Carolina Veterinarians Day
Governor Commends Observance by N.C. Citizens of Veterinarian Impact on Health And Safety - May 10, 2012 - NCVMA
The Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter Celebrates the Grand Opening of the Sister Seraphim Memorial Museum
Please join the Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter to dedicate the official opening of The Sister Seraphim Memorial Museum at the shelter on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 from 5-7pm. After much effort, they have finally been able to give Sister Seraphim the honor she deserves by sharing her story and that of... - May 09, 2012 - The Hermitage Cat Shelter
New York City Rescued Kitties to Benefit from Rescue Chocolate
New York City Rescued Kitties (NYCRK) has been named the May 2012 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. - April 27, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate
EquiSearch.com and EQUUS Magazine to Host “Laminitis Lessons: A Webinar for Every Horse Owner,” Free Webinar with Donald Walsh, DVM
In this hour-long presentation, Dr. Walsh will explain what laminitis is and helps you determine if your horse is at risk for the condition. - April 26, 2012 - Equine Network, LLC
NCVMA High Five Grant Helps Marshall Nonprofit Host Successful Training Session
Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue Awareness Level Training a Success - April 19, 2012 - NCVMA
Rescue Chocolate to Sponsor Los Angeles' Swanky 3rd Annual Fluffball
Rescue Chocolate will be among the companies represented at the 3rd annual Fluffball, on Saturday, April 28, at a private Los Angeles estate. Money raised at the invitation-only event will benefit Best Friends Animal Society. According to organizer Beth Doane, last year’s Fluffball was... - April 14, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate
Pretentious Puppy Boutique Partners with The Jason Debus Heigl Foundation
The online store Pretentious Puppy Boutique has partnered with The Jason Debus Heigl Foundation to help raise money to assist shelter and rescue animals by financing medical treatment and veterinary care. - April 14, 2012 - Pretentious Puppy Boutique
The Animal Endocrine Clinic’s 2nd Lecture Series Event Sells Out
Dr. Mark E. Peterson Speaks on Diagnosing and Treating Canine and Feline Endocrine Disease - April 05, 2012 - Animal Endocrine Clinic
MyHorse Daily Releases Free Guide on Treating Colic in Horses
Advances in diagnosis and treatment increase your horse's chances for a swift and complete recovery. - April 04, 2012 - Equine Network, LLC
Pet Life Radio’s “A Super Smiley Adventure” Wins Honorary Mention at the 2012 Genesis Awards for Its Pet Advocacy Series
“A Super Smiley Adventure Best Friends Animal Sanctuary Radio Tour” on Pet Life Radio Spotlights Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Utah - April 04, 2012 - Pet Life Radio
One Source Horse Website Enables Connectivity for Equestrians
New Equine Management website allows horse owners, trainers and other equine professionals to stay connected. - March 30, 2012 - One Source Horse, LLC
Daryl Hannah Available for Photos and Autographs at Portland’s Better Living Show
Meet two amazing Hannah’s at one booth! Hannah the Pet Society is happy to announce that actress and environmental advocate Daryl Hannah will be available for photos and autographs from 5 to 6 p.m. at Hannah the Pet Society’s booth (#108) at the Better Living Show on Friday March... - March 15, 2012 - Hannah the Pet Society
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Sponsors North Carolina Zoo’s Wild Veterinary Camps
Young People Invited to Explore Science and Veterinary Medicine as They Apply to Wild Animals - March 15, 2012 - NCVMA
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Announces 2012 High Five Grant Winners
NCVMA Donates $25,000 to Nonprofits Dedicated to Helping North Carolina Animals - March 07, 2012 - NCVMA
Rally of Enraged Citizens Against the "Wild Kingdom Train," to Greet Lagoon Patrons with Message
UARC begins campaigning to send captive animals to sanctuaries. - February 27, 2012 - Utah Animal Rights Coalition
Girl Scouts in Parker Select Cat Care Society's Nibbles & Kibbles Cat Food Bank for Troop 624's Community Service Project
Girl Scout Daisy Troop #624 at Parker's North Star Academy chose the Cat Care Society (CCS) Nibbles & Kibbles Cat Food Bank for its annual community service project. Nibbles & Kibbles provides food and cat litter for cats whose owners cannot provide food and litter for their pets because of a temporary financial setback. - February 22, 2012 - Cat Care Society
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association to Host Equine Seminar
NCVMA Equine Seminar Serves as Eight Hours of Continuing Education - February 10, 2012 - NCVMA
Shelter Dogs in Los Angeles Area Receive Pet Food Donation from Purina® Pets for People (TM)
Thousands of pounds of dog food donated to local animal shelters and rescue groups will allow them to save more lives. - February 09, 2012 - Animal Services and Assistance Programs Inc.
Vegan Petman Denounces McDonalds’ Pit Bull Radio Ad
Vegan Petman Takes to YouTube to Challenge Radio Ad That States Eating Chicken McNuggets is Safer Than Petting a Pit Bull - February 09, 2012 - Big Apple Pet Supply
Dr. Annie and Animal Wellness Centers Call on Governor Brown to Not Repeal Any Provisions of Hayden Law
Some of the provisions that are subject to repeal would mean permanently reducing the required holding period for animals to 72 hours prior to euthanasia, eliminating the requirement to provide veterinary treatment for shelter animals, and eliminating the requirement to keep records for animals impounded by shelter personnel, which would only make it more difficult to locate lost animals or those available for adoption. - February 06, 2012 - Animal Wellness Centers
Bioptigen Envisu SDOCT Used in Rare Elephant Cataract Surgery
Surgery also marked first time SDOCT used to image an elephant. - February 04, 2012 - Bioptigen Inc.
Friends of the NCVMA Foundation Supports Clover’s Care
Philanthropic Arm of The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Makes $750 Donation to Asheville Nonprofit - January 28, 2012 - NCVMA
14 Cats Abandoned at the Hermitage Cat Shelter
Staff members of the Hermitage Cat Shelter discovered a large cage and two pet carriers by the rear gate early Friday morning. The cage and carriers were filled with 14 terrified cats that showed signs of extreme neglect. Staff members suspect that the animals had been held in the cages for an... - January 25, 2012 - The Hermitage Cat Shelter
Friends of The NCVMA Foundation Support Animal Advocates of Moore County
Philanthropic Arm of The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Makes $750 Donation to Nonprofit - January 20, 2012 - NCVMA
Penelope Ann Miller & Uggie from the Artist to Announce Nominations for Dog News Daily's 1st Annual Golden Collar Awards
The Artist’s Penelope Ann Miller who plays Doris, the wife of George Valentin and Uggie who plays George’s steadfast best friend in this year’s most nominated film will announce the canine nominees of Dog News Daily’s 1st Annual Golden Collar Awards™ at a press conference on Wednesday morning January 18th at 8am (PT) from Hollywood’s dog hotel to the stars, The D Pet Hotels (1041 N. Highland, Los Angeles, CA, 90038). - January 13, 2012 - Dog News Daily LLC
New York Artist Judith Gwyn Brown Debuts "The New York Series" at Bendheim Gallery in Greenwich This Winter
First exhibition of the artist’s signature investment collection plus other works to be hosted by Greenwich Arts Council, Jan. 11 – Feb. 12. - January 12, 2012 - Judith Gwyn Brown
Songs for Horse Lovers ... CD by Northwest Singer-Songwriter
Through horses and music, Laurie Lee Lewis found medicine to heal from a brain injury... "ears ringing and all!" - January 05, 2012 - Under The Rainbow Creations
Hollywood Actress Linda Blair & Helen Darras Seek Charitable Donations for Linda Blair WorldHeart Foundation
Longtime friends Helen Darras and Linda Blair at the Linda Blair WorldHeart Foundation Facility, in 2011. Please donate to the Linda Blair WorldHeart Foundation for Animal and Human Welfare. - December 30, 2011 - Incorporate That Incorporated c/o Helen Darras
Lab Rescue of the LRCP Rescued Record 900 Labs in 2011
Lab Rescue of the LRCP rescued more than 900 dogs in 2011, a record for the group. The number of Labs rescued has increased 37 percent since 2008 due to the bad economy. The group must raise an additional $75,000 to continue its lifesaving work. - December 30, 2011 - Lab Rescue of the LRCP Inc.
Sacramento-Based Animal Rescue to Receive Sweet Benefits
Red Rover has been named the January 2012 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. Founded in 1987, Red Rover focuses on bringing animals out of crisis and strengthening the bond between people and... - December 27, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
Rescue Chocolate Donates All Net Profits in December to Animal Farm Foundation
Dutchess County-based Animal Farm Foundation has been named the December 2011 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. Rescue Chocolate founder, Sarah Gross, chose the Foundation as her... - December 06, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
Cat Care Society Builds Holiday Appeal Around Rescue Cat "Necklace," Providing Powerful Reasons to Support Its Shelter and Clinic Programs on Colorado Gives Day Dec 6th
Cat Care Society (CCS) has built its annual Holiday Appeal around the success of its recent work with the abandoned 7-year-old cat named "Necklace" by the Society Staff. Necklace was found with multiple skin injuries to her neck and face, an ulcer on her upper lip, a broken tooth, and three open facial wounds near her ear, jaw, and cheek. Timed perfectly with the appeal, CCS is now a participating non-profit in the GivingFirst.org Colorado Gives Day on Dec. 6. - December 05, 2011 - Cat Care Society
Give an Abused Horse a Happy Holiday
How individuals and businesses can donate to Horse Rescue Haven, an IRS-approved 501c3 charity, to give abused horses a happy holiday. - December 02, 2011 - Horse Rescue Haven
Bob Barker Kicks Off Animal Radio's "Starry Holiday"
Legendary TV Host Supporting Anti-Circus Legislation - December 01, 2011 - Animal Radio Network™ LLC
Holiday Cards That Give Back to Charity, and Send Message of Hope and Education Regarding Pit Bull Rescue
Res-Q-Cards are quality holiday cards produced by Little Pet Project-Going All The Way for A Stray, from photographs of actual rescued dogs. Dogs featured have been "Dolly" of Dollys Foundation, and this year 'Greta Bean' of Pit Stop Bullys Rescue. Reverse of card contains actual pets history and rescue story. Portion of proceeds benefit pit bull rescue. - November 29, 2011 - Little Pet Project
Cat Care Society's Santa Paws Festival is Coming to Town: December 2 and 3
The Cat Care Society (CCS) in Lakewood will hold its annual "Santa Paws Festival," Friday, December 2 and Saturday, December 3. The Santa Paws Festival is a holiday tradition at CCS, and the time when dedicated Cat Care Society volunteers show off their amazing baking skills, helping raise funds for the shelter's cat residents and programs. - November 28, 2011 - Cat Care Society
Dayton Dog Blog Aims to be Single Source of Dog News in the Miami Valley
The Dayton Dog Blog will cover news and events important to dog lovers in Greater Dayton and across the Miami Valley. - November 24, 2011 - Dayton Dog Blog
Live Oak Bank Supports a Little Kid with a Big Heart
Through a $3,000 donation, Live Oak Bank helped a little boy jump start his fundraising efforts. - November 17, 2011 - Live Oak Bank
November 13-19 is Pet Rescue and Adoption Week, Celebrating the Human-Animal Bond and the People Working to Save Homeless Pets
When people want to adopt a pet, usually they think of going to an animal shelter or "the pound." But another option exists: pet rescue groups. The National Association of Pet Rescue Professionals (NAPRP) has announced that November 13-19 is Pet Rescue and Adoption week, which showcases these organizations that are working along with shelters to adopt homeless animals. - November 17, 2011 - Logical Expressions, Inc.