Companion Animals

Connections That Last a Lifetime

In addition to being an animal activist and vegan, I have worked with disabled people for 15 years, and people sometimes ask me if there is a connection between …

When Animals Need Rescuing From ‘Rescuers’!

Singapore’s Phyllis Aw has been forced to find new homes for more than 165 animals, as the lease on her current house is set to expire in February 2012. …

Don’t Be a Fair-Weather Friend

As human beings, we are in the privileged position of being able to turn on a fan or the air conditioning if the temperature rises even a tad. Sadly, it …

Israel Bans Declawing!

In a move that’s sure to impress both cats and cat lovers alike, Israel has banned the declawing of cats. Not to be taken lightly, anyone who breaks the …

Keep Wild Animals Out of Your Backyard

On November 12, the body of farmer Marius Els was found bloodied, submerged, and lifeless in the Vaal River, which flows through his farming property in South Africa. The …

Love on a Shoestring: Cheap and Simple Toys for Your Dog or Cat

Would you love to give your feline or canine companions some fun toys to make their lives more interesting, but don’t have cash to spare? Fear not! We have …

Animals and Grief

A recent study by biological anthropologist Barbara J. King has tackled the question of whether animals grieve. Through her personal experience and research, King has concluded that many animals …

Start Pups Off on the Right Paw With Positive Training

So you’ve got a new puppy? Hopefully you chose to adopt from a shelter, and if so, you’ve saved a life, so congratulations! But please don’t think that just …

Show Luo Takes a Stand Against Animal Homelessness

Show Luo has a special costar in his brand-new ad for PETA: Sammy, a very lucky dog who was rescued from an animal shelter. In Taiwan and around Asia, …

Meet Grace! (Photos)

For those of you who haven’t read about Grace’s amazing story, let’s do a brief recap!