In the heart of Westminster–London’s historical and political hub–UK animal defenders demanded an end to foie gras imports. While standing in front of the iconic Big Ben last week, protesters carried distressing video footage of foie gras production. They even displayed a ‘gavage tube,’ an instrument used to force-feed ducks and geese. Others distributed plant-based […]
Dog import rule would dramatically impact rescue work and people traveling with pups
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block After Hurricane Irma struck in 2017, we responded to the British Virgin Islands where the storm had caused terrible devastation. Many people were forced to evacuate the island, but it was difficult to find transport for their animals. So, after providing the dogs required veterinary care, we flew these […]