Win The PETA Practical Guide to Animal Rights!
Do you want to advocate for animals but aren’t sure how to begin? Have you ever wished that you had a step-by-step, issue-by-issue, easy-to-follow animal rights guide that would make PETA proud? Whether you are a seasoned activist or someone who is just getting started, you should check out PETA President Ingrid E. Newkirk’s new book: The PETA Practical Guide to Animal Rights: Simple Acts of Kindness to Help Animals in Trouble.
In this book, you will learn all about how PETA began, how to eat healthfully and compassionately, and how to switch to cruelty-free cosmetics and clothing, and you’ll find many more suggestions for living an animal-friendly lifestyle.
This book invites you to become the best advocate for animals that you can possibly be. This is animal rights the PETA way.
Enter to win a copy of The PETA Practical Guide to Animal Rights! Just leave a short comment below telling us what you do to help animals. Five winners will be chosen at random. The contest ends on July 21, and we’ll contact the winners by July 27. Be sure to read our privacy policy and terms and conditions, as you’re agreeing to both by commenting. Good luck!
June 24th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
I am 37 years old, and share my home with beautiful cat companions. I had a vague interest in animal rights since I was a teenager and started reading about the issues. Later, I read a book called Kinship with Animals, a wonderful anthology of essays by kindred spirits who also cherish animals, including one poignant essay by PETA’s own Ingrid Newkirk called “Fish Lessons”. The stories in that book were touching and some even heartbreaking to read, and inspired me further in my decision to do all I can in my life to help animals, but I still did not take much direct
action. But since I have shared my life in the past few years with my 3 cats, all rescues, everything changed, and I got involved in
direct action helping the many suffering animals all over Puerto Rico, where I currently
live, and starting my own small organization here called ANIMAL CONCERNS PUERTO RICO. It as if the love I have for the cats in my home, helped me to finally expand outward to help other animals that are suffering; the ones at home were the doorway for me to the full spectrum of animal rights issues. We can all work in our “own backyard”, doing what we can in our own private sphere, among our own circle of friends and the people we influence and situations we encounter in our day-to-day lives. If each person reading this can do something in their “own backyard”, imagine all of our private spheres of life touching all the others, and think about the huge amount of change possible. It is overwhelming at times when you ponder the myriad of issues that you can get involved in when you choose to help animals, but I think that if each one can do something in their “own backyard”, it is no longer overwhelming. Every supposedly small action I can personally take is actually HUGE when viewed from a higher perspective, knowing that each smaller action indeed ripples outward to combine with all the others in the “big ocean” of people who also care about animals.
I believe it is through being
able to cherish even ONE animal, through that feeling and love for that ONE,
by extension you can begin to open your heart wider and feel for and
love and care about ALL OF THEM. The ONE you care about is like a
doorway in your heart that opens up the flow of love and compassion
towards all the others. And it is that kind of love and compassion
that will change the world for animals, and by extension, for all of
us ultimately. “My” cats at home brought me to this point, and I am forever grateful for this, they opened up a whole world for me, the door opened in little cracks over the years, and the love and caring
I have for these 3 opened it all the way. I see their faces in every animal that I take action on behalf of, whether dealing with a feral cat that is sickly and needs help, whether writing a letter
to a government official on behalf of an animal situation, or standing in a protest handing out leaflets to educate and inspire the public at large. My organization may be small, but here in Puerto Rico, where there are suffering strays everywhere, dogs and cats all over the streets with very few concrete solutions in place, and endless scandals and crises of various abuse cases, every little bit of help from organizations and private individuals makes a huge difference. At the moment, I am involved in fighting against a
proposed monkey breeding facility here in Puerto Rico, where thousands of macaque monkeys would be brought here from Mauritius, bred, and their offspring sold to research laboratories for cruel experimentation (PETA also has an action alert about this). This week, I am involved in a press conference along with the Puerto Rico Bar Association, to bring publicity to this atrocious facility, and to
express our strong opposition to it!
Thank you for reading.
June 24th, 2009 at 1:49 pm
I just got approved to foster shelter dogs in my home with my two other sweet rescue babies. I can’t wait to get my first foster! Of course, I’m also a vegan so I don’t cause suffering or death to any farmed animals.
June 24th, 2009 at 3:00 pm
I’ve volunteered at and frequently make donations to our local animal shelter (that’s also where I adopted my awesome dog). I encourage everyone I know who is looking for a pet to adopt rather than buy. And I just try to be kind to animals in everyday life.
June 24th, 2009 at 11:08 pm
We have this invisable sign over our house that must say ” if you are a dog in need come here!” We have 4 dogs, my oldest is a pound puppy the others we rescued from abusive/ neglectful situations. We also have 2 rabbits (both rescues).
We always read labels on new products looking for the “cruelty free or not tested on animals”. I stopped eating meat 9 years ago because I read your articles on slaughter houses. This is all minor and I need to learn more. Animals were given to us by God and we need to learn to take care of them the way HE intended!
June 25th, 2009 at 3:00 am
I’m Secretary of the Cascade Ferret Network board of directors. I foster ferrets (currently I have four fuzzies!). I had two adopted mutts, one of which has severe behavior challenges and would likely have been returned to the shelter or euthanized by a less compassionate adoptive family. I’m vegan! I host dinner parties regularly to spread the word that kind food is delicious. :]
June 26th, 2009 at 11:04 am
I can’t remember a time in my life when I didn’t help animals, even bugs. I am 37 years old, and can remember as a child going to the river bank feeding a stray cat everyday until it felt self enough to come home with me.
Anytime an animal is being neglected or injured I help it or find someone who can. I stop to get turtles out of the middle of the road. I even help gnats get out of water.
I recently rescued a Scottish Terrier mix puppy from the neglect of my neighbors. I immediately took her to the vet, got her shots, ear medicine (she had infection from her living conditions), and worm medicine. Now she is spayed, playful, healthy and very happy. She gets along great with her big brother, a golden retriever named Bam Bam. And I named her Pebbles.
I can’t imagine not helping animals of any kind, they are living creatures that feel pain and anguish just like us human animals.
June 26th, 2009 at 11:36 am
I live in India, where animal rights is totally new! I basically make use of EVERY opportunity to help animals. I leaflet outside KFC, collect petitions for PETA India, write letters to the Editor, volunteer & help PETA organize demos, online activism, pass on PETA literature to friends, raise funds, expand PETA’s activist network & I help people help animals!
June 26th, 2009 at 11:37 am
I help animals every day by not eating them. I have two rescue pets and I try to introduce friends and co-workers to vegan goodies at parties and potluck events.
June 26th, 2009 at 12:59 pm
I rescue animals, in every way, eery day! I keep them in my home, until I find homes. When I find homes, I later check up on them. I feed all kinds of animals; I live in inner-city Daytona Beach and live amongst the animals showing up at my 100 y/o corner home for food, water and shelter and places to bear young. They live under/around my home. A mama pig and baby; cats; kittens; dogs; puppies, two cardinal nests; lizards from Cuba; flying squirrels, squirrels; Annoles; Opossoms hanging from trees; Mama Racoons and babies. I have a 10″ x 5″ fenced area out back, and I house some animals in this area. I give shelter to pregnant cats so that they may birth in peace and have healthy kittens; finding homes for all kittens; however, it makes me very sad I cannot keep all mama cats and bring them to a no kill shelter. This is done with funding of my own. A sense of gratefulness from each “animal friend” is witnessed and I will never forget each and every “friend” I’ve helped. I get a kick out of all of “my animal” friends sitting back and actually “living” with each other, no one fights for anything, I feel their needs are met. One other thing……I woke up today and my SenSen (cat) lives in my bedroom and he was puzzled…I thought he didn’t have food/water but…there was the biggest frog in his water dish that I’ve ever seen so I covered the dish and let Mr. Frog out the front door, he somberly hopped away with my very own Crazy, Little and Marjan (cats) looking on. Now, this is living……..amongst the blessed animals!
June 26th, 2009 at 5:01 pm
I do everything I can to help animals! I especially like making vegan food to share with others, and passing out leaflets.
June 26th, 2009 at 8:53 pm
Aww, I want this so bad. I absolutely love animals. I have three cats, one a kitten and one who’s twenty years old, plus my other baby. I have a beautiful boy–great dane. He’s a sweetie. But the lovely thing about all of my animals, they are all shelter animals. I adopted all my pets!
June 27th, 2009 at 12:54 am
I try to incorporate helping animals into everything that I do. I’m a vegetarian and have been for many years, as well I use any and every oppurtunity to spread knowledge and awareness of animal rights issues to everyone around me.
The majority of the time I’ve been met with some intense criticism (I’m saddened to say that most of this has been from my family)but I haven’t let it deter me from educating others about what I feel to be unjust treatment.
I also don’t buy any products from companies that test on animals and I call many of the ‘Questions/ Comments’ numbers on products from companies that DO test on animals in order to inform them that I won’t buy their products as long as their cruelty continues. (The people at Iams REALLY don’t like me anymore…)
I also stood outside of a local KFC and handed out pamphlets describing the cruelty that chickens endured in oreder to become somebody’s meal. The manager ended up asking myself and my friend to leave the premises.
Animals are living creatures with thoughts and feelings.They deserve to be treated with respect. I truly believe that you can judge the character of a person on how they treat an animal.
June 27th, 2009 at 4:38 am
I would be honored to be one of the five that would win this book. I am 38 years old and we had to cut a frog open, I had to stand strong at the age of 14 and say no I will not do something I do not believe in and I received a “F” for that project. I am so glad that PA has alternatives and you can do other projects, we are getting there but have such a long way to go. I also own My own pet sitting service and I am insured and bonded I can be found on PSI International. I have always loved animals since I was a toddler and dreamed of being a vet until the beginning of 7th grade and my mother told me I was too dumb to get through med school. She has no idea how just a few negative words completely changed my life. I am here and have a Bus. Degree but at this time I have taken a long brake from the life of being in a office. I love pet sitting and when my clients tell me I am the best, it means the world to me. I would share and make copies of the book to my clients. I would do anything to help God’s Animals. I hope you decide to pick me and I promise that one book will be multiplied to numerous. God Bless
June 27th, 2009 at 6:50 am
Hi,
I live in South Carolina. Not an animal friendly state.
I have always been active in animal rights, however, moving to S.C. has made me become much more involved and aware of the need for education in animal protection and spay/neuter programs.
I worked for the Humane Society for two plus years, during this time, I chose to go after any abuse cases that came in and charged the owners with animal cruelty. Taking the owners to court and actually winning some, which is a major thing if you realized how most people view thier dogs here. My husband and I would then bring the abused animal home and let him/her live out the remaining days free on our small farm. We have brought home over the years now, dogs, cats, pot belly pigs and ferrits.
Outside of the domestic animals we are wildlife rehabilitators. From working with the Humane Society I have built up a good relationship with the county animal control officers. If they pick up any wildlife they call me and bring them out to our home instead of bringing them out to the shelter where they would be euthanized. We will raise them if they are young, just old enough to survive in the wild and then set them free in a safe area. We have successfully released raccoons, fox, squarrel, oppossum, owl and fawns.
I have set up a table at the local University explaining the amount of domestic animals that are euthanzied monthly in our county. Any one who will listen, who has a dog or cat, I point out the need to spay/neuter.
I am a devote vegitarian and I am working towards total veganism.
Thank you for all that you do. I wish there were more that could be done here.
June 27th, 2009 at 8:40 pm
When I have a friend that no longer can take care of their cat or dog I help them to find a good home for them rather than placing them in the SPCA and possibly be put down.
June 27th, 2009 at 9:18 pm
I rescue stray animals that I see wandering the roads and take them to our local animal shelter if I cannot find a home for them myself. I carry food and water in my car at all times, in case the animal does not feel comfortable approaching me. I leave the bowls for the animal to eat and drink, and then return for them later.It isnt alot, but I know I have watched the animals gobble food and hit up the water and I feel they were thankful somebody stopped and cared.
June 28th, 2009 at 8:09 am
Six months ago I adopted an 11 yr old cockerspaniel from the local pound because he had been there for 4 mos and I felt so sorry for him-what a great dog he has turned into. He is the 4 th dog I have had in my life and all had been rescue dogs. I also give regularly to Peta, the ASPCA (by automatic debit ) and Best Friends in Utah. I am not Vegan yet but am slowly trying to convert. Keep it up Ingrid!! Love what you are doing.
June 28th, 2009 at 9:07 am
I take in stray cats and provide food, shelter, and proper care
June 28th, 2009 at 9:15 am
The animals lives are no less important to them than our lives are to us. If I turn a blind eye to an animal in need, to an injustice that is taking place, then I am, in some ways, more guilty than the person commiting the act because I am AWARE of the suffering. I make a conscious effort to educate people about animal cruelty, vegan/vegetarian lifestyle every chance I get. And being in the healthcare profession I get a lot of chances. Once of the best things for me is seeing a “lightbulb” go off in someones head when they connect the dots of animal suffering to what they are choosing to eat or wear.
God Bless
June 28th, 2009 at 9:20 am
I am a long time pet-adopter. Most recently, I adopted a cat that showed up on my back door, pregnant and homeless. I was able to get all of the kittens to good homes. Also, I recently took five stray cats, to my local no-kill shelter, to be fixed and get vaccinated.
June 28th, 2009 at 9:28 am
I am a member of CARE2 and as such..sign loads of petitions and send loads of direct emails to advocate for animal rights and welfare! In addition, all our pets have come from humane societies or from the streets! I donate food and toys to our local humane society every few months and continually donate to ‘numerous’ animal welfare organizations….If only..more people could do some of these things!!
June 28th, 2009 at 9:33 am
I work at a veterinary clinic where there are times when people bring in dogs/cats to be euthanized but we do not do it. We have them sign over the animal to us. I begin to work with it to fix any issues that it may have; once it is ready I adopt it out to a new forever home.
Any stray that I find on the street I bring into my home, provide medical care and then again find it a forever home.
Certain animals that come into the clinic that have serious life long medical issues and are becoming to much for the current owner; I take and add to my family. I have a family full of “misfits”, all of mine someone else did not want. They all have medical issues but still deserve the right to live a happy life to the fullest. That is what I provide them while caring for their issues.
June 28th, 2009 at 9:48 am
I try to do one thing for animals every day: whether it’s something simple like responding to an action alert or putting up a poster, or something bigger like taking part in a protest.
June 28th, 2009 at 10:12 am
I help animals by promoting veganism whenever I can. I leave veg literature wherever I go, and I manage a veg newsstand in my area where people can take free copies of veg starter kits. I also sign many online petitions, attend demos in my area, and do whatever I can to help all animals.
June 28th, 2009 at 10:34 am
I foster homeless animals in my home. I have 10 dogs right now! I’m also active in demonstrations for animal rights (anti-circus demo coming up on the 1st) and I’m a vegetarian. Send me a free book please!
June 28th, 2009 at 10:50 am
I’m called The Cat Lady by my neighbors because all the strays come here to eat! I think they are spreading the word that I have cat food here & not just people-food scraps!
June 28th, 2009 at 11:15 am
I had a situation at work where the supervisor wanted to put glue traps in the prison pharmacy I was working. Of course I opposed and told her why. She had put one in there anyway after I left. The next morning I kept hearing crying. While I was searching for the source another nurse came into the pharmacy and she helped. We found a mouse stuck to a glue trap. I was so upset. The other nurse and I couldn’t let the mouse suffer like that. We took tongue depressors,Q-tips, gloves, and worked about half an hour freeing the mouse from the glue. The other nurses thought we were crazy but we freed that mouse and it didn’t sustain any injuries. He was just a little sticky. We placed him in a medicine cup and took him outside where we know the mice are hiding. The supervisor heard what we had done and said she was not going to use them anymore. It was a wonderful start to my day. It’s kind of ironic when you think about it. I gave a prison mouse FREEDOM!!!
June 28th, 2009 at 11:22 am
i want to win
June 28th, 2009 at 11:27 am
I have several “rescue” pets: 3 dogs, two cats, and two birds, and have welcomed many disabled animals into my life over the years: two blind dogs, two dogs that have seizures, a 3-legged dog, a one-eyed hamster, and a bird with a broken leg. All are very special little beings.
June 28th, 2009 at 11:40 am
I have been a PETA girl since 1 year and peta just loves me because I do a lot for the animals because I love all animals!
June 28th, 2009 at 11:47 am
I volunteer at my local OSPCA.
June 28th, 2009 at 12:02 pm
I’m a vegan because I try to live a cruelty free lifestyle. I cannot be the cause of harm to any living thing. I always share this with people when they ask why I’m a vegan, and that question comes up often. I am a teacher and all my students know I’m a vegan and they know why. I think that makes them think about what they eat. I donate to my local ASPCA, PETA, and the Human Society. I write to my senators, and local legislatures about animal rights. I have a bulldog named Winston and a cat named Quinn. They both found me. I try to do whatever I can to help living things that cannot stand up for themselves.
June 28th, 2009 at 12:13 pm
As a director with Orange County People for Animals, I lead AR demos for the circus, foie gras still being served in restaurants, vivisection in laboratories, and vegan outreach to name a few. But the best thing I do to help animals is to lead by example: consume any animals.
June 28th, 2009 at 12:18 pm
I’ve been a veggie for over 9 years now. I taught my husband how to by curelty free products, showed him extensive video of the curelty to is done to animals. One of my dogs came from the humane society. My other one was saved by one to the girls I work with & took him in. His owners wanted to put him down at the young age of 4. He needed a major surgery, he got that surgery with the help of donations. And of course, I can’t forget my guinea pig, I took her in as well, she needed a forever home too.
June 28th, 2009 at 12:21 pm
Hi,
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I’m 14 years old and have always loved animals ever since i was two and got my first cat (now we have six!)
I volunteer at our local shelter and have adopted one from there
also I have bottle fed two baby kittens who were rescued from a run down farm house they were only two days old (we still have them how could you let them go
I have been a vegetarian for 2 years ever since i saw one of your pamphlets and what they did to farm animals I have always wished to go Vegan but i have other food restrictions and that would be impossible
Last but not least i always try to teach my friends and family about vegetarianism and the health benefits plus helping our environment one of my friends has went vegetarian after i showed her the pamphlet.
Thanks for taking the time to read this
June 28th, 2009 at 12:32 pm
I help animals everyday by informing friends and coworkers around me about the benefits of a vegetarian lifestyle. I never preach or push my beliefs on others; that, quite honestly, is irritating to anyone! I show by example.
June 28th, 2009 at 12:41 pm
I second Erin. Not eating animals or using products tested on them is how i do it :o)
June 28th, 2009 at 12:43 pm
My family and I take care of two recued cats, a dog, and a fish. We also help animals by not eating them, buying cruelty free products, and trying to convince others to do the same.
June 28th, 2009 at 12:52 pm
As the co-president of Whittier Law School’s Animal Legal Defense Fund, I want to make this upcoming school year the most productive, informative, and inspiring ever for my members and classmates. In the past, our school organization has received very little attention as a legitimate club and it’s a shame that it has not done very much in recent years to prove people wrong.
I have experience volunteering out in the community to help shelter animals, but I have never dealt with the legal aspect of animal rights, and I think this book will help us get our organization jump-started to where it needs to be. I would love to share this resource with my organization and learn together as law students how to advocate for this cause we share.
June 28th, 2009 at 12:56 pm
I have two adopted dogs and they are both part of my family. Living in Mexico the amount of stray dogs in amazing. I help feed a family of 3 dogs left behind by their owner who live a block away from my work. But mainly I think I help by example I try to show my friends how little everyday things can end the suffering of a living being.
June 28th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
I volunteer at an animal shelter every weekend.
June 28th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
excellent.
June 28th, 2009 at 2:35 pm
I help and care for sick,handicapped and dying animals everyday.I have 20 tnr’d ferals.7 critically sick and or handicapped cats and 1 puppymill rescued dog with neuro distemper.
I protect All animals and I stand up for All animals whether the sick/dying/abused.I’m against all forms of abuse.I’m a vegetarian.
All my life I have Cared for,Protected & Stood up and be a Voice for the voiceless.
I will not stop caring for or protecting and standing up for All Creatures until my last dying breath!I’m the last person they see when they must cross over and in a loving person’s arms with loads of kisses long after they take their last breath.
June 28th, 2009 at 2:50 pm
Besides being vegan, I do as much for animals in my life as I can. I have taken my friends’ pets to the vet when they could not afford to do so, rescued baby birds, stopped a group of neighborhood boys from torturing a turtle, and returned a lost beagle to his family. But I really want to do more, to have a bigger impact in the lives of more animals. I feel that the PETA handbook would be extremely helpful to me to get courage to be more vocal about animal rights.
June 28th, 2009 at 2:59 pm
Whenever anyone meets my purebred Shiba Inu, I always make sure to tell them that I met him through a rescue group, who rescued him from a puppy mill. Often that gets people to ask what a puppy mill is, and I feel good about educating people as best I can.
June 28th, 2009 at 3:05 pm
I’ve been vegetarian for 10 years and vegan for about a half a year. I recently began a blog (stmml.wordpress.com) to debunk myths and misconceptions about animal rights and veganism.
June 28th, 2009 at 3:06 pm
Oops! I made a typo: it’s stmml02@wordpress,com.
June 28th, 2009 at 3:10 pm
i’m vegan to help animals.
i promote animal rights and veganism as often as possible, and everywhere i go by leafleting, talking to people, bringing in random vegan goodies to school, writing papers on animal rights, not using products tested on animals, and avoiding places like rodeos and circuses :]
June 28th, 2009 at 3:43 pm
I sponser two dogs at the Dog’s Trust and donate to many animal charities, I am also a vegetarian. I have two cats, Rhett is 9 and Tallulah is 6, they are so amazing and I wish that all animals were treated the same as my two. I suppose that I look at every single animal as if it were my own and my heart just breaks at the thought of animals being mistreated in any way. I also use Cruelty Free products, my favorite is Urban Decay, the colours are so bold and fun.
June 28th, 2009 at 4:02 pm
I help animals each and every day by not eating them. I am a wonderful advocate for vegetarianism and have inspired many friends to try a vegetarian diet. I am constantly correcting people in regard to animal issues whether it is telling them about what charities really do with their money to the atrocities of the circus. You would be surprised how many people are shocked to learn this information simply because it has never been brought to their attention. I demonstrate for animals and their welfare any chance I get and I am always reminding corporations and commercial establishments that I will not give them my business if they continue turning the other way when it comes to animals.
At home, I have two loving dogs that I love with all of my heart. I show them this love by letting them get out and sniff and smell and play and see different things; it bothers me when people just take their dogs out for a pee and poop and then back in. I think about my dogs when I am away from them and I cannot wait to come home and be greeted like a rock star the minute I walk in the door. My dogs are vegetarian as well and they have thrived on this diet (thank you for encouraging this, PETA).
I am a great example of good health and people often take notice. I always accredit this to being a vegetarian and I think that people need to hear that. I am vibrant, healthy, and my compassion has no limits.
I would love to have a copy of this book to further help the other animals in this world!
June 28th, 2009 at 4:33 pm
I have always been an animal lover and I do what I can to make life on this planet easier for all of them to live. I am conscious about what I purchase - from soap and shampoo to laundry detergent and clothing. I will not buy any product or from any company that participates in or supports testing on animals. I do not eat meat either, which I feel probably creates the largest impact. I truly feel that I am the voice of the voiceless and my goal in life is to educate others about the creulty agianst animals. If people don’t know the truth, it’s easy for them to look away. If they know the truth & they still participate in horrible activities, well then that’s just sad. I do my best to educate myself and others because without knowing the truth, nothing will change!
June 28th, 2009 at 4:53 pm
Respect animal rights is mandatory.
Those who do not realize that we all are sons of the same God, therefore entitled to receive the same respect, simply do not deserve the oxygen they breath.
At my end, I help them with a daily basis attitudes plus trying to put people aware about what “they can do” throught my “ethical fashion” blog.
June 28th, 2009 at 4:54 pm
I help animals by following a vegetarian diet. I also take every opportunity to teach individuals about animal rights. I teach a wellness class at a college & bring vegetarian food to class to let the students experience first hand the great taste of vegetarian food. Of course, I have class room discussions, and test questions on the benefits of a vegetarian diet. I also have PETA anti-fur posters in my home. My friend’s 7 year old daughter had questions about the posters. I explained to the 7 year old girl that this is what they do to animals for their fur. I explained to the child that my dogs are part of the wolf family, & that in some places they kill dogs for fur. I then explained to the child that there are fake furs that people can wear, and no animals die. The girl immediatedly went into my hallway & pointed out my faux fur coat. I had to explained to her that it was fake, and no animal died for it. Since then she has brought two other of her 7 & 8 year old friends to my house. The children always want to know what the posters mean, and I explain it to each of the children. So, I am now educating 7 & 8 year olds about cruelty to animals because of fashion. Also, I am educating college students on the health benefits of a vegetarian/vegan diet.
June 28th, 2009 at 5:08 pm
I work with several rescue groups for dogs and cats. I sponsor (donate money) to rescue dogs out of a high kill pound, will help transport dogs to a safe destination. I also help cats, having them spayed/neutered, vet checked and try to get them relocated to a forever home. I also bring in baby kittens into my home (after the mother weans them) to socialize them and get them to eat solid food and learn the litter box.
We then find them loving homes. I have taken injured animals to the Vet to give them a fighting chance. In my eyes, ALL animals deserve
a good life and a loving home. I have a rescued
dog someone threw out of a moving car when he was about 3 months old. The Vet thought they may have to amputate his left front leg. We have worked with him and was able to save his leg. His name is Kintay, is part Shar-pei and the love of our life! We also share our home with 6 stray/rescued cats. We then acquired 7 strays that we are taking care of. All I can say is “GOD BLESS ‘EM”!!!!!!!
June 28th, 2009 at 5:18 pm
Every pet I’ve ever had has been either a rescue or a stray.
June 28th, 2009 at 5:34 pm
To help animals I stopped eating them. It’s one of the best decisions I have ever made. I also try to educate as many people as possible to the cruelty that goes on against animals. Most people have no idea.
June 28th, 2009 at 5:39 pm
I am a strict vegan and an animal advocate. I believe “compassion is Revolution”. My vegetarian teen daughters and I provide a home to 8 cats and 2 dogs, most of whom we rescued. I receive e-newsletters from several animal rights groups and sign petitions, send letters and continually educate myself.Also, I am volunteering at a farm sanctuary and my jobs have included everything from shoveling manure to doing an educational presentation about chickens and related art project at our humane society’s “critter camp” day camp.
My daughters and I try to educate and plant seeds about animal rights any chance we get with people here in the ranching state where we live ( Montana).
June 28th, 2009 at 7:00 pm
I am vegan. I also try to invoke others to think about their choices regarding animal rights.
June 28th, 2009 at 8:19 pm
I have always had a special connection with animals. I have recently become a vegan after being vegetarian for a while and I love it. I feel better eating compassionately and knowing that I am not contributing to the suffering of animals.
June 28th, 2009 at 8:36 pm
I’m 15 years old. At age 12 I began volunteer work at the RSPCA and have now been helping out every Saturday for almost 3 years now.
At age 13 I watched the PETA TV videos and told my mum I was going vegetarian, but she (being an animal-hater) would not let me. However, I am well-known at my school for being an animal rights activist.
I’ve turned two people into vegans and one into a vegetarian. Another also wants to be vegan but is not allowed by his parents. But the four of us are planning to create huge animal rights movement once we finish school. Also, none of my friends wear leather or wool anymore, and most of them have stopped using products from the companies on CaringConsumer.
Last year I held a petition to stop dissection at my school, and also for them to stop using crayfish as pets for the Marine Studies class. Unfortunately the only results I got was trouble.
Every year I participate in RSPCA’s Cupcake Day and Millions Paws Walk, and any other animal fundraisers that pop up. I’m also a member of Animals Australia and whenever one of their (or PETA’s) alerts come up, I’m quick to send an email to the requested person and asking them to stop what it is they are doing, then I send it on to everyone on my email list.
Very soon I will be leaving home and moving in with my brother, and he is letting me become a vegetarian. Later I hope to be a vegan. This is great because I will also be able to increase activity and do stuff my parents refused to let me do before, such as attending protests, wearing PETA shirts and informing out-of-school people about animals.
My dream goal is to open a huge sanctuary for animals rescued from experimentation, fur, factory farming and domestic violence. Of course it would take some time to build, so once I buy my own house I’m opening my own Australian Cavy Sanctuary branch and running that until I finish the sanctuary.
June 28th, 2009 at 8:46 pm
we’re vegan and have to rescued cats.
June 28th, 2009 at 9:16 pm
I have always been separate from the world, walking to that different beat - because I see animals as kindred spirits.Here for us to learn from, here for us to love, here for us to cherish.
People think I’m odd- because I will stop traffic for the bird everyone keeps running over,take it to the vet it in any way not to suffer-daring my boss to challenge why I will be late. I stop traffic to snatch the cat out of more harms way as it circles confused - already tumbled by a passing vehicle - take it too a vet,set out to search and find the owner,pick up the birds that bang their on my window - giving them mouth to mouth, and pumping their little chests, nurse them until they can fly again. Chase the car down the street that tosses an puppy into the air, chase the car of you boys that torment a kitten with their car. And I train dogs,and the owners-to make certain the dogs have the manners the owners want so the dogs never go to a shelter.
June 28th, 2009 at 9:34 pm
YES, I Love to enter and Win Sweeps and this would be a fantastic one to Win! We care for 5 Chihuahua/Dachsund Chawinnie Puppies and love each and every one that have fun personalities and caring for animals can help you live a longer more productive Life so I hope and pray that more people will come forward and care for more Cats and Dogs. Thanks, CECE
June 28th, 2009 at 9:48 pm
I’ve always loved animals. But when I was younger I didn’t know what or how I could use that. Now that I’m an adult I know. I’ve been a vegetarian for over 10 years, I only purchase/use products that are not tested on animals nor have animal products in them, I’ve rescued all the pets I’ve ever owned. I have 3 right now - a 5 year old Black Lab named Missy who I rescued 5 years ago, and 2 cats, Milo & Malcolm, who I rescued over 12 years ago. I try to educate people about how animals should be treated and why they are just as important as the human race. They’re not ours to eat, they’re not ours to throw away. My pets are so excited to see me when I get home and don’t hold back showing it…I only wish more people were like that. It’s an unconditional love that I’m blessed to say I get to experience.
Bottom line is, I do everything I possibly can for animals. And I only wish I could do more.
June 28th, 2009 at 10:22 pm
I cannot imagine a life without animals. By continuing to be vegeterian, adopting a cat and dog, and constantly campaigning and raising awareness for animal rights, I help animals daily. I just love them too much, and can’t understand anyone who doesn’t.
June 28th, 2009 at 11:46 pm
I help animals by not eating them, educating (inspiring!) others, and giving them lots and lots of love!
June 29th, 2009 at 12:13 am
hi my name is barb and i have many rescue animals.donkey that we drove over 200 miles to get on a very cold winters day..sheep,rabbits,goats,9 dogs,geese,ducks,chickens,potbelly pigs…i would do this everyday if i could..i love each and everyone of them..they have a great life now and eat better then i do..i would not trade them for anything..i feel that i was born to help all animals..i have been taking care of them since i was 7 years old..i am not 44..i would not change my life..this is my life..if i see an animal in need i do what i have to,to get that animal..if i can not keep it then i find a good home…seems like god points me in certain directions to find these creatures….god bless them all…..
June 29th, 2009 at 1:35 am
I speak about it a lot, but not excessively, so everyone knows my position and asks me questions if they’re curious, but nobody gets annoyed with me. I leave pamphlets when I go places, wear PETA t-shirts, and of course, am vegetarian! Also, I get my companions from the animal shelter.
June 29th, 2009 at 1:41 am
I’m a vegetarian, and I don’t support anything that has harmed or abused the usage of animals. I pass out tons of leaflets that are against McDonalds, KFC, and the Ringling Bros. I tell my friends to boycott circuses and all that jazz.
June 29th, 2009 at 3:48 am
I’m a volunteer in a local shelter, rescue pets whenever I can and I’m a vegan.
June 29th, 2009 at 5:03 am
I live vegan, and encourage everyone I meet to make at least one little step towards a cruelty free world, even if they don’t realise this thing is vegan.
June 29th, 2009 at 8:10 am
I’m an animal activist and have been for over 15 years. Being only 30, it makes it half of my life that my eyes have been open to the cruelty that animals endure for our pleasure and gluttony. Any ideas and additional information that will help me be as impact-free in my life is always appreciated and openly welcome. Thank you for the opportunity to open my eyes further and to strengthen my compassion for all living beings. Always, one love.
June 29th, 2009 at 8:24 am
What do I do to help animals? Lots, but I wish I knew how to help more. I give them a home if they need one. I have raised strays and had them fixed after one showed up pregnant and delivered 8 adorable kitties which we found homes for. We smother every animal we see with love. We feed the sweet little birds that now flock to our home and give us joy everyday. We grow plants for the wildlife so that they can enjoy a little sweet snack outside in the evening when all is quiet. But please select me so that I can be more of an animal advocate. My daughter feels so strongly about animals and animal rights that she wants to grow up and become either a volunteer or work for the SPCA or another organization that helps protect animals. My other daughter is a vegeterian and great inspiration. She has gotten my youngest daughter to give up eating most meats, and has influenced my eating as well. We are trying to make a difference in this cruel world that we live in. Thank you for your time and effort to share this awareness. Sincerely, Pam
June 29th, 2009 at 8:38 am
this would be an invaluable resource for ANYONE who cares about animal to take their cause to the next level!
June 29th, 2009 at 10:44 am
I try to give to different charities every payday to help animals and also click several times a day @ http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com where others contribute just by clicking. I just went there now to click for PETA.
You can buy items and feed the animals and there are other clicks for hunger, breast cancer, etc. I love all animals and keep all in my prayers. Thank you and God Bless ^A^
June 29th, 2009 at 11:20 am
Animal rights to me is just about respect and justice. I think MLK Jr. said it best: “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.”
June 29th, 2009 at 11:57 am
I am vegan. I do not contribute to any companies or charities that test on animals. I do not attend circuses. I am an avid supporter of my local animal shelter. I have 4 rescued animals. I do not wear fur or leather products. I am a member of PETA, ASPCA, HSUS and many other organizations that focus on animal welfare and nature and our oceans. I sign countless petitions in support of animal welfare and compassion. I live and breathe animals and my love for them.
June 29th, 2009 at 12:02 pm
I’m 15 and I’m vegan. I actively spread the word about factory farming cruelty and I have convinced two people to become vegan and one to become vegetarian.
June 29th, 2009 at 2:09 pm
I share my home with my best friend, my rescued dog. Animals are a creation of God, and should never be harmed or killed. Living a cruelty-free lifestyle and being an activist is rewarding, but it is difficult to be absolutely sure that the products I use are cruelty-free. I think this book would certainly help!!
June 29th, 2009 at 2:35 pm
I help animals by adopting from shelters and donating money when I can. I am moving into a house soon and plan on adopting a few bengal leopards from shelters or from people who cannot take care of theirs anymore, or because some people do not realize that just because it “looks cool” doesnt mean you should have it for a pet. People need to realize that these are partialy wild animals and bengals are not like your average cat. I have two bengals of my own because I was naieve and bought them from a breeder, I LOVE my bengals but I know that a lot of people return them because they cannot handle them. So I would like to try and help spread the word that if you plan on buying an animal of any type or breed to PLEASE do research to reasure that the animal does not get returned, dropped off at a shelter, or left outside to fend for it’s self. I hope to be able to adopt some bengals by Aug. I also plan on adopting one more shelter dog as well. I think I will have reached my limit after that because I have two bengals and two husky mixes at home that I have adopted (husky mixes). I LOVE animals and can’t wait to add the new additions to the family!
June 29th, 2009 at 5:04 pm
I have always been fascinated with animals. When I learned (from PETA) that animals were being abused, I was devastated, thats when I started learning more about animals and informing others about the things that I have learned.
Then I began joining all sorts of animal rights incorporated clubs online, for example PETA, WSPA, SPCA of Canada,WWF to name a few. Since beginning highschool I wanted to join the animal rights club when I found out that there was one I decided to start an animal rights club (for next semester we are focusing on the harp seal hunt, puppy mills,endangered animals and veganism, I have dedicated my summer to reinforce a plan to get fundraisers set up so we can donate to the various organizations supporting animal rights related causes).
I have also started volunteering at local animal shelters, animal services and fundraisers for these issues.
I have also become vegetarian after learning about the cruelty involved in the process of eating meat and eggs and milk.
These are the things I do now to help animals but I still want to learn more, and I feel with the help of “The PETA Practical Guide to Animal Rights: Simple Acts of Kindness to Help Animals in Trouble” I can learn so much more to help animals.
June 29th, 2009 at 5:05 pm
I buy cruelty free items. I also give to charities like the ASPCA & PETA.
June 29th, 2009 at 5:15 pm
I need this book because I’m a relatively new vegan. Went vegetarian two years ago and vegan this past January. My focus is living a cruelty-free lifestyle. Most family and friends are respectful of my decision, but a few want to ridicule and challenge me. I read all of the PETA literature and try to be ready with informed responses, but I could really use some coaching in how to talk to people more effectiely about veganism.
June 29th, 2009 at 5:16 pm
Five years ago my husband and I found a litter of kittens whose mother was nowhere to be found. Our neighborhood had quite a few feral cats at the time. We bottle fed them to life, got them spayed and neutered, kept two and adopted the other three to good homes. From that point something in me changed and caring about animals’ welfare became a high priority in my life. I’ve always loved animals but something about that experience made me want to do more. I’ve been donating to animals organizations and trying to change my life to be more animal friendly conscious. I keep a list of animals in distress numbers in my car. I’ve become vegetarian. I am always striving to learn more to be a better friend to the animals outside of my home. My dream is to win the lottery and start an animal rescue with my other animal devoted friends.
June 29th, 2009 at 7:46 pm
I slow down and look carefully for animals when driving. It breaks my heart that we are tearing down the homes of these innocent creatures in the name of progress. Also if I see anyone mistreat an animal I voice myself very loudly,report it and follow through. My message in a nutshell Be a Voice for an innocent animal and give them a Brake!
June 29th, 2009 at 8:26 pm
I save money and take feral cats to be spayed or neutered…15 so far!!
June 29th, 2009 at 9:05 pm
I have two rescued bunnies that have full reign over my house. I treat them as though they are my children! I have also been vegetarian for several years and often bring vegan goodies to my co-workers to show how yummy vegan food can be and that vegetarians/vegans can enjoy food other than just salads.
June 29th, 2009 at 9:36 pm
I am a vegan, as well as my kids (ages 5,4,and 2). I am the unofficial cook for all our gatherings, my meat eating friends LOVE my food. My goal is to get rid of that stereo type that veg food must not be good.
I have helped Peta protest the circus as well as a demo for an egg convention.
I am always approachable, informative, and polite about animal rights!
June 30th, 2009 at 3:08 am
I have a sister who is involved with peta and i’m starting to open up to the idea and would like to learn more about it.
June 30th, 2009 at 8:46 am
Me and my two children are vegetarians and thats our first and major step in helping animals. In the summer when we do cookouts we limit how much meat is allowed at our picnics and BBQ’s.
We are always looking for animals running loose especially dogs and we track down their owners. Last year it took us a few days to find one so we fostered him for a few days and we also found one in a thunderstorm and drove around knocking on doors in the rain. We take very good care of our cats and dogs that live with us letting them stay inside on hot and cold days and giving them room to play and run on cooler days.
We also don’t buy any products tested on animals and we have protested a couple circuses also.
June 30th, 2009 at 12:05 pm
I currently live with 1 dog I got from the shelter anf 9 cats that I have rescued throughout the past 10 years. I volunteer and donate to my local animal shelter. I educate people on a vegan lifestylw whenever I get the chance. I carry a shovel with me in my car to help turtles cross the road.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:26 pm
My obession are rodents but RATS particularly. I currenly live with my 5 rescue girls Moon, Freckle, Twinkle, Pinkie and Swimpy. So yes rat adoption comes first.
I also rescued and adopted out a mouse named Tiger - Lynda, the vet adopted him.Tiger comes to Lynda’s work every Saturday because he is so sociable!!!
I also volunteer at animal shelter whenever I have time.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:58 pm
I share info and vids with people on meat, vivisection, etc. Education is key.
June 30th, 2009 at 7:28 pm
I am a vegetarian and I try to encourage people to follow this life style, to let them know what animals are put through and the cruelty they suffer so they can be more sensitive to them. When I see an animal who needs help I try to help, when I see a person who is ignorant in animal matters I come and give some of my knowledge to improve animal treatment for better.
June 30th, 2009 at 10:13 pm
I take in as many as i can of stranded and homeless animals.I support The Ontario Humane Society and educate people on animal rights.I also speak loudly against the practices of the Calgary Stampede and the way they treat calves,horses and cows in their competitions.
June 30th, 2009 at 10:36 pm
I don’t donate to any charities or advocate for animals at this time. I’m the one who doesn’t know what’s entirely going on. I’m the one who ate animals all my life. I’m not well read on the subject of animal rights. But on Mother’s Day of this year I decided to stop eating animals. The only information I have is the information I have read at this website. I’ve taken the first step and want to continue to learn.
June 30th, 2009 at 11:04 pm
I volunteer at a local cat rescue and a local animal rescue. I also have 4 cats that were all rescued from the local animal shelter!
July 1st, 2009 at 5:57 am
I am currently on the board of our local animal shelter to help educate our community on spay and neutering, animal welfare and other causes. We are targeting fourth and fifth grade classes and hope to raise concern and understanding for our county’s animals. I have 3 dogs, 7 cats that have been dropped off during the years and a snake.
July 1st, 2009 at 9:59 am
I’ve been a vegetarian for 14 years, eating vegan whenever possible. I adopt from shelters & encourage others to do so. I warn them about pet stores! I buy only cruelty-free products & never buy leather, fur, wool, silk, etc.
July 1st, 2009 at 12:20 pm
I have been vegetarian for at least 20 years but working my way to being a vegan. I love animals and have always volunteered at shelters and rescues for around the past twenty some years. I have seven cats that all came from rescue and am currently fostering four baby kittens - their mama died. I like contacting the representatives by phone and email in regards to animal rights and hope to learn how to become better at it and more successful at it. I always pray that when animals are abused and dies that the animals goe to a better place where they will recieve love and happiness. I believe animals have souls just like us. I just want to make a difference in the lives of the animals in this world now.
July 1st, 2009 at 1:52 pm
Even though I’m still young and living of my parents, I’ve managed to do a lot of things for animals. I’ve started my own animal rights club at my school and have put in a lot of hours volunteering for an non-profit organization called Cats In Need. I am vegetarian and will soon be celebrating my three year “anniversary” since becoming one. It was the best decision of my life and has made be who I am today. An vegetarain nature and animal lover/activist.
July 1st, 2009 at 5:28 pm
We have a rescue ranch in Texas, we rescue cats,
dogs,horses, donkeys and occasionally a skunk, racoon or o’Possum what ever comes up needing help.
We have a great Vet we sometimes work with, one of our great concerns is feeding and sheltering all
our precious friends.some we call DUMPLINGS….
Another concern is DOGS in the Back of Pickups many
a die and many hurt… public awareness needs to be addressed.
July 1st, 2009 at 9:24 pm
I am a vegetarian and buy cruelty-free products. I also join demonstrations/protests.
July 2nd, 2009 at 1:05 am
I am 52 years old and have had animals around me all of my life-growing up I spend a lot of time on my relative’s farms and formed a strong bond with many farm animals, but I also witnessed the cruel reality that comes with raising farm animals. I think that is what led me to become a vegetarian and animal rescue volunteer as a teenager. I’ve always help any animal that appears lost or distressed-it is impossible to turn away. I fight for the humane treatment of all animals, including farm animals.I work as an animal caregiver and currently have 3 rescued cats and a large dog. I could not live without animal companions,and I will never be truly content until animal cruelty is a thing of the past.
July 2nd, 2009 at 6:03 pm
I have been the “momma” to 4 rescue cats, a one eyed kitty named Andy who came from a no kill shelter that was closing due to financial difficulties. I had spent several overnight weekends there and formed a bond with Andy that I could not put aside when my job was done there, so I had to have him as my very own. My three other cats are rescues from outside. Fred wandered into someone’s yard and since they could not keep him, he was destined for a trip to the vet to “put him to sleep”. I felt the need to step in and give this wonderful boy a home for 19 years. Next was Gilbert, a tuxedo kitty that according to the Park Ranger had just been dumped at the Park. I brought him home after vacationing there and knowing that winter was coming and there would be no one at the park to care for him. And lastly, there is Tasha. I found her in my parking lot, weighing less tha a pound on a day that they were forcasting torrential rain. I was sure she would be swept away, so I swept her up into my arms and she became another member of the family.
Now I find myself volunteering at a local no kill animal shelter and have been for over two years. You name it, I have done it, but my primary function is socializing the kittys, cleaning and more cleaning, painting, writing bios and fund raising. I’ve been on hand when rescues from illegal puppy mills have arrived and combed the local mountains searching for a lost dog who was recently rescued from a testing laboratory. While I live in NY, I’ve found myself heading off to Georgia to help out a dog rescue for the weekend. As you know, there is alot of work involved in caring for the critters, maintaining a facility and fundraising.
This leads me to why I am entering the contest to win the book. I am not looking to win this for myself, but to use as a raffle gift for a fund raiser. The committe that I am on is looking to raise funds for a campaign protesting puppy mills. What better use for this book then to pass along to someone in order to educate them on how they can make a difference.
Education is the key to ending so much of the cruelty that goes on today.
July 2nd, 2009 at 11:15 pm
I do not eat animals, I rescue them. I live in a home full of pets with a fridge full of broccoli. Most might think I’m strange, but I know I’m doing the right thing.
Wag More, Bark Less,
Samantha
July 3rd, 2009 at 3:41 pm
Something I am doing right now to help animals is that I do not eat meat. I am trying to make the difficult step of trying to avoid all animal products including milk and that is something I am working on. Something I will do is I will start volunteering at my local animal shelter and using the PETAkids stickers I acquired from my neighbors, I will spread awareness to my friends.
July 4th, 2009 at 8:06 pm
How I help animals…by not eating them and sharing with others my decision, educating myself through emails from PETA and the ASPCA and reading books, having reported 2 cases of animal abuse and 1 of neglect, not buying products that are tested on animals, not buying leather and certaintly not fur, taking my neighbor’s dog for a walk, and by becoming a PETA member. Everyday I learn a little more about the welfare of animals and what I can do to make their lives a little better.
July 5th, 2009 at 7:45 pm
My wife and I are vegetarians and highlight and pressure our state and local officials on animal rights bills that are introduced.
July 5th, 2009 at 8:18 pm
I help them by teaching my family and children not to abuse them. I also took in a pregnant cat and had to pay over 700$ for her to have a c-cection because her babies were stuck and would die if they did not come out. My family had to go without a lot of stuff because of the cost but I would not change what I did!!! We love animals and always teach our kids to love them too! I think that is what all parents should do!
July 6th, 2009 at 11:25 am
I have been an avid animal lover for as long as I can remember and became vegetarian at the age of ten after watching a documentary on the way animals are treated in the Chinese food/restaurant industry, I am now 27 so almost at 20 years veggie and never looked back. I never buy anything with animal products and buying none leather shoes can be an uphill struggle to say the least!
I have donated money monthly to WSPA for about 8 years and donate to Peta and the League against cruel sports amongst others. I have volunteered for WSPA in London and worked as ‘frontline’ staff fo them in Sydney.
I stick to beauty and household products that are animal friendly (no proctor & gamble for me), and I make it my mission to inform others of animal testing, there is nothing better than when people tell me proudly that they had bought a none animal tested product!
I update my facebook page with everything animal rights and encourage people regularly to sign online petitions. I have informed everyone I know of the horrors of KFC by showing the kfcruelty video and have a group of people vowing not to buy food from the chain.
Above all else that I do the most satisfaction is taking in animals in need, I have taken in a rabbit, cat and most recently beautiful Bert, a dog I found on the street, filthy, malnourished and previously abused (according to people in the area). Bert is now living a life of luxury with as many chews, cuddles and bed/sofa space he can handle (which is a lot for the record). The hardest hurdle is facing the constant bombardment of criticism from ‘non-believers’ but I wouldn’t change for the world and am eternally grateful for charities such as Peta for highlighting animal rights issues to the masses!
July 7th, 2009 at 8:40 pm
Alas, I have only recently been involved in caring for and protecting animals.
About five months ago I became a vegetarian (alas, not a vegan quite yet) after my best friend James showed me the Rise Against music video “Ready To Fall” and the PETA video “Meet your Meat.” So far it has been the best decision I have ever made: I feel much better about myself, and overall I think it has made me a much better, more empathetic, and much more compassionate person.
In turn, I try to spread the message of PETA, even if sometimes they do need to pick their battles a little better, and teach people about the wonderful things we do, and how much better it is to care for animals.
Whenever possible, I try to show people that animals do have feelings, and very strong ones at that. They aren’t simply instinct driven automatons like many people say, people who have obviously never had a pet before.
Whenever I see anyone abusing animals, I always try to help them as best I can; unfortunately, I lack some of the know-how that older/ longer practicing compassionists (yes, I did just make that word up, but I like it) have, but I think that PETA’s Practical Guide to Animal Rights would be the perfect thing to help my quest to protect all animals (including humans) in need.
Thank you for reading this
July 9th, 2009 at 1:02 pm
I’m 13 years old and I just developped an interest of animals. I’m thinking of choosing a career path that involves animals. I’ve given up maple syrup in support of stopping the Canadian seal slaughter. I’ve been very interested in your campaigns. Especially the ones that involve fast food. I’ve given up KFC and I’m thinking about giving up McDonalds. When I was smaller, my family owned a big Alaskan Malamute. We had to keep him outside in a pen. Although I wasn’t fond if the idea, I knew he couldn’t stay inside. A few years ago, he passed away. I managed to persuade my parents to get a smaller dog that suited our lifestyle, so we got a dachshund. I’ve also protested againt dissecting a frog in class for science. I’ve been telling my friends everything I knownabout animals and the torture they to through. My friends are thinking of joining me innorotest of animal cruelty. I’ve been giving up little things at a time, and soon, I will be living a completely animal-free lifestyle.
July 9th, 2009 at 4:35 pm
I try to give to charities when I get paid and spread the word for all to sign petitions and get involved. We are their voice.
July 10th, 2009 at 7:06 am
I am 27 years old and have been helping animals since I was old enough to pet them. Since I was 4 I have been talking my parents into taking in stray dogs and cats, help a cat give birth to kittens when I was 8, and gotten a few pets from the animal shelters. I now mainly sign petitions left and right, contact people in government offices that can change the way we deal with people that are abusive to animals, notify all my networks of new things that come across my desk to do with animal welfare, globally. I have talked almost all of my relatives into acquiring their animals from shelters and hope to one day be able to open up a great many no-kill shelters across the US.
I only purchase products that do not test on animals and have been that way since I was old enough to pick out my own things. I now work for Mary Kay as a Consultant and firmly believe in the company because none of their products are tested on animals and they stand on it.
July 10th, 2009 at 9:52 am
I occassionally take in a stray dog and help it find it’s owner or have it placed in a new one
July 10th, 2009 at 8:38 pm
YES, we totally believe in Animal Rights and are raising 5 Puppies! Chawinnies; half chihuahua and half dachsund and they are truly a blessing to us in our retirement years. Thanks, CECE
July 11th, 2009 at 2:56 pm
I buy only beauty products that haven’t been tested on animals!
July 13th, 2009 at 11:26 am
I love animals and since going vegan, I feel like the food I eat is really nourishing my body without bringing suffering and cruelty to any animals. I’d love to learn more ways to help animals, the environment and my good karma!!!
July 15th, 2009 at 3:33 am
Like everyone submitting their thoughts here, I love animals and care deeply about animal rights and welfare. I have rescued a few cats in my life and volunteered at an RSPCA shelter for a year. I donate money where I can and sign petitions for important causes. I work as a vet and do what I can to help stray animals, wildlife and the pets of people who do not have the money to pay for their care. However, I dont feel like I am doing enough, compared to how strongly I feel about all the terrible things that are going on. If I feel so passionately, and get so upset when I read about the cruelties that occur around the world, surely I should do more. But I really dont know what the next step is to try and make a real difference.
Whenever I think about these things, it always takes me back to the Essay written by Jim Willis titled “How Could You”. It is about a dog that is dumped by its owner at the pound and it makes me cry so hard every time I read it. I read it when I was in early high school and it was the first thing that really made me start to think seriously about animal welfare and that I wanted to make a difference. It also helped me in my eventual decision to become a vet.
It is so great to read all the comments that people have made and to know that so many people care and are doing their bit to help. It makes me hopeful that we really can make a difference and that maybe one day things wont be so bad for our animal friends.
July 15th, 2009 at 10:54 am
We take in rejects. With very few exceptions, every animal my family has owned over the last 17 years has been the victim of abuse, abandonment, neglect, etc. We’ve even had a trio of badly treated Russian Dwarf Hamsters. We also feed a colony of feral cats.
July 16th, 2009 at 11:00 am
I believe there is an invisible sign on my home that says “If you are hungry, sick, abused and homeless, this is the place for you”. At this time we have 4 rescued dogs, 12 rescued cats and kittens, plus we feed a feral cat colony of about 10 and any stray dogs, possums, racoons or anything else that wanders into our yard. We also have bird feeders of various kinds and try to provide shelter, food and water to all birds, not just the pretty song birds. We may not have alot of money, but we sure have alot of love. I have come to understand that there will always be cruel people in this world, so it is up to me and my family and others like us to show these poor creatures that there are humans that will not hurt them.
July 17th, 2009 at 1:15 pm
I have joined ACT (Animal Connection of Texas) and it has been caused the single BIGGEST change in my life ever! I protest against the Petland stores for buying puppy mill puppies, the circuses, and all National awareness programs that help stop the suffering of animals. I became a vegetarian three weeks ago after learning about the unbelievable farming abuse, and my next step is now to be fully vegan. I’m purchasing lots of information and DVDs to help educate my friends and family on the horrors of the factory farming abuse, the green house gasses it creates etc. There is SO MUCH that is hidden from the public eye!
I’m volunteering next week to help assist with the care of 450 dogs that were rescued from a HUGE puppy mill here in Texas, was on the news, and while we’re awaiting a court date, they are temporarily housed in an old Fort Worth factory.
My next step is to get on the local no kill shelter list to start fostering animals in my home. Anything I can do to help to STOP this magnificent problem of animal suffering world-wide I try to take a part in any small thing I can do (sign petitions, email congress people, etc etc).
July 17th, 2009 at 3:06 pm
Hello there!
I am a highschool sophomore in the beautiful city of Long Beach, California. I fell in love with tofu last year, when one of my besties shared her homemade grilled tofu sandwich with me about a year ago. I wear PETA stickers to school, and I encourage my classmates to shop cruelty-free. I love animals, and my mother and I have a history of rescuing stray animals (taking them to the vet, getting their shots, caring for them at home until we find a suitable owner).
It’s tough being vegan, especially because I was born into a family of carnivors, most of my family members not caring about animal rights. My family has a small farm in Mexico, but I was horrified when I witnessed how the animals were treated. The farm is now empty, and all that is left are some apple and pomegranite trees. I would like to win this book, not only for myself, but to better educate my family on the importance of animal rights.
Thank you!
July 18th, 2009 at 1:27 am
Vegetarian!
July 18th, 2009 at 12:47 pm
I contribute to organizations that work to preserve and protect natural habitats.
July 20th, 2009 at 6:24 am
I volunteer.
July 20th, 2009 at 8:05 am
I have always helped animals - from a baby meadowlark whose mother and siblings had been killed in a storm who imprinted on me (my father showed me how to take care of her) to a raccoon whose mother had been torn apart by dogs (I raised Chico and then sent him back into the wild near where my parents lived in the woods, and he would come and visit them and did well) to wild birds who’ve been oversoaked by rain or in shock from a large fall or run-in with a window. I believe in helping animals - without them we would really not understand about helping other creatures!
July 20th, 2009 at 9:49 am
We take in the cats and dogs that show up in our yard. Right now we have 11 cats and 5 dogs that we take care of.
July 20th, 2009 at 4:24 pm
My entire family are vegetarians.
July 20th, 2009 at 6:17 pm
We do not eat anything with a face.
July 20th, 2009 at 8:02 pm
My kids and I volunteer at the Humane Society
July 20th, 2009 at 9:16 pm
I help raise money and supply donations for a dog rescue organization…..in addition to having adopted all of the pets that my husband will currently allow.
July 20th, 2009 at 11:46 pm
I take very good care of my animals, as well as others that tend to show up hurt and abandoned every now and then. Im not and will never be the kind of person that will shoo or ignore a stray.
Every living creature on this planet needs love.
July 21st, 2009 at 8:27 am
I do not want to list what I have done for animals because it simply isn’t enough. Until there is an end to the prevasive acceptance that humans have the right to murder & abuse helpless animals I will never give my human ego any pat on the back. I want to focus on what I motivated to do and that is to get a daily vegetarian free/reduced lunch program in our public school system.
You see 5 years ago my two boys & I were meat eaters and I decided if we were going to be okay with eating the flesh, we really need to be okay with the process we don’t see to get the meat on our plate. My children became vegetarians within 3 weeks. I have to admit that the main motivation above it all in joining them in a vegetarian lifestyle because I was proud of my children for seeing the videos & taking action. So I see that kids can motivate their parents. That being said, the normal American kid needs to see in our public schools that a vegetarian diet isn’t “weird” or “different” because it’s always provided as a choice because they want show kids they approve and encourage it EVERYDAY!! And that the childs income level should never be a barrier in the opportunity to choose to be murder & abuse free everyday, if they want it too!!!!!
July 21st, 2009 at 10:28 am
I volunteer at my local animal shelter and donate dog and cat supplies.
July 21st, 2009 at 12:02 pm
I have always loved cats. After our English bull dog passed away several years ago, I was able to take in a few stray cats from the neighborhood. Mistah Fluff, as one is named, is like a part of my family. He follows my daughter around and loves to chill out with us all.
July 21st, 2009 at 12:34 pm
i help animals by giving them food when i see they need it
July 21st, 2009 at 6:56 pm
We printed flyers for my daughters school and had people donate old towels and blankets and food and among other things to help out the local shelter
July 22nd, 2009 at 2:39 am
I try to educate others on the importance of adopting animals instead of buying them.
August 20th, 2009 at 7:27 am
I have been a vegetarian for almost a year now, I thinking about even becoming a vegan all together. I have never felt so passionate about anything in my life. Animals are who I am, I will and want to spend my life protecting their rights.