[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block Any day now, the Supreme Court of the United States could issue its ruling in one of the most important court cases in the history of the animal protection movement—one that could have implications for the quality of life of millions of farmed animals. First, a little background, […]
Dentist Day in the Valley
[ad_1] Dr Tom from Perth Horse Dentistry and Veterinary Services came to visit the Valley in early December. Just like people, animals need dental care too – from sheep to donkeys, goats to dogs, all of our residents have access to dental checks and treatments as needed. With the help of volunteer Rob, […]
Possum Valley Animal Sanctuary Inc.: International Volunteer Day
[ad_1] A big happy ‘International Volunteer Day’ to our incredible team at PVAS. Possum Valley is run entirely by volunteers, with over thirty people supporting the Sanctuary on a regular basis in a number of ways. The PVAS team clean enclosures, feed animals, run tours, wash laundry, chop vegetables, fundraise, hold bake sales, […]
A Busy Day | My Shetland
[ad_1] It’s been a busy day today. The weather is still horrible but Storm is feeling much better. I fed him some breakfast, which he wolfed down and made the decision to put him back with his friends without a rug because:- a) they would chase him ragged for wearing a rug – there is […]
3 Actions to Help End Horse Slaughter on Voices for Horses Day
[ad_1] November 16th is Voices for Horses Day and we need your help in taking critical actions for American horses being killed for meat. This cruelty must end now! Every year, over 30,000 horses are sent by the US to Mexico and Canada for slaughter. They are crammed onto transport trucks without food or water […]
Youth Climate Action Day 2022
[ad_1] October 22 was Youth Climate Action Day, a day to celebrate all of the incredible ways young people are involved in environmental activism, as well as a day to remind us of what we can all be doing to better serve the environment. As we look ahead to how to create a healthier future for our […]
Bogus opening day + Animal control ordinance + Bike share ends
[ad_1] Hello Tuesday. Gretchen Parsons here with your roundup. Good morning! Bogus Basin is anticipating opening for the season in a month, we have the details. Plus, Ada County plans to update its Animal Control Ordinance. Today: 53° Mostly sunny. First Up Today Bogus announces opening day and more upgrades Ski season at Bogus Basin […]
Witches Day, Night Out in Ottawa benefits 2 animal rescues – Shaw Local
[ad_1] This year’s Witches Day Out market featured vendors both indoors and outdoors at Pitstick Pavilion in Ottawa. The daytime artisan market preceded the annual Witches Night Out event Saturday. Proceeds from the events benefitted Pet Project in Marseilles and Second Hand Ranch in Bureau County. Shoppers browse vendors’ wares Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, during […]
Everland celebrates World Animal Day with tiger theme
[ad_1] World renowned documentary maker Sooyong Park, who has spent years documenting the lives of tigers and other big cats, came to Everland to talk about the importance of taking care of tigers. Park founded the international charity named Siberian Tiger Protection Society in 2011 after spending decades observing wild tigers up close and realizing […]
Pigs’ day in (the Supreme) Court
[ad_1] By Jon Lovvorn Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments about Proposition 12, California’s landmark law to address animal cruelty and public health issues stemming from the worst factory farming practices, such as confining pregnant pigs in gestation crates so small they can hardly move. Jon Lovvorn, senior vice president and chief counsel […]